Which is cheaper, the Fears Arnos (Blue) or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

At MSRP the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is the cheaper of the two at $2,620, against $4,604 for the Fears Arnos (Blue) — a $1,984 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Arnos (Blue) or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The NOMOS Glashütte Tangente wears larger at 35mm versus 30.8mm for the Fears Arnos (Blue) — a 4.2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fears Arnos (Blue) or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is rated to 50m versus 30m for the Fears Arnos (Blue).

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fears Arnos (Blue) or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The NOMOS Glashütte Tangente carries a 53 hours-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Fears Arnos (Blue).

What movement does the Fears Arnos (Blue) run compared to the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Fears Arnos (Blue) runs a automatic caliber (Sellita SW1000-1b), while the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente runs a manual (DUW 4001).

Side by side

Fears Arnos (Blue)vsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fears Arnos (Blue)

arnos-pewter-blue

MSRP $4,604

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

139

MSRP $2,620

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Arnos (Blue)30.8mm

Tangente35mm

Power Reserve

Arnos (Blue)40h

Tangente53 hoursh

Water Resistance

Arnos (Blue)30m

Tangente50m

MSRP

Arnos (Blue)$4,604

Tangente$2,620

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Diameter

30.8mm

35mm

Thickness

8.4mm

6.2mm

Lug-to-Lug

40mm

45mm

Lug Width

20mm

18mm

Material

316L Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Finish

Brushed and polished

—

Water Resistance

30m

50m

Caseback

Solid

—

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Blue

White

Indices

Applied

—

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW1000-1b

DUW 4001

Type

Automatic

Manual

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

21,600 vph

Power Reserve

40h

53 hoursh

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,604

$2,620

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Fears Arnos (Blue)

The Fears Arnos (Blue) is lauded for its striking blue galvanic dial with a hobnail surround and Roman numerals, housed in a vintage-inspired 33.5mm rectangular stainless steel case measuring 8.4mm in thickness. Reviewers note the convenience of its automatic Sellita SW1000-1b movement, which offers a 46-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers praise the Fears Arnos (Blue) for its distinctive dial and slim, wearable case.

Fratello

Monochrome

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is celebrated as an industry classic with an award-winning, time-tested design that fits diverse environments. Reviewers highlight its slim 6.8mm thickness and 37.5mm case, housing a 52-hour power reserve hand-wound movement. However, its 30m water resistance limits suitability for beach activities, and the dual date complication is considered eccentric. On balance, reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente highly for its enduring design and wearability.

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Fratello

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