NOMOS Glashütte Orion 1989vsSpinnaker Tesei Mille Metri GMT
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The NOMOS Glashütte Orion 1989 is praised for its minimalistic design, with owners highlighting its ability to slide under a cuff due to its thin profile, and its attractive movement for the price. Reviewers note the galvanized gray dial with an eggshell texture, gold-plated hands and indices, and the manually wound Alpha caliber with a 43-hour power reserve. Some owners find the 38mm Orion Datum recommended for larger wrists, while others prefer the 35mm for classic proportions and consider the date function unnecessary on a dress watch. A point of contention among owners is the lug length, with some finding the 45mm measurement potentially awkward on smaller wrists despite the 35mm case diameter. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Orion 1989 highly for its elegant, slim profile and refined finishing at its price point.
The Spinnaker Fleuss Midnight Black features a reliable and accurate Japanese TMI NH35 Automatic Movement with 3 Hands and Date. A potential drawback is the watch's relatively low 15 ATM water-resistance rating compared to other watches in its class. Reviewers disagree on the watch's suitability for larger wrists, with one reviewer noting a 43mm diameter and 51mm lug-to-lug fit, while the other mentions a 51mm lug-to-lug measurement.
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