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NOMOS Glashütte TangentevsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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

Tangente
NOMOS GlashütteTangente
MSRP $2,620
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tangente35mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Tangente53 hoursh
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Tangente50m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Tangente$2,620
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
35mm
39mm
Thickness
6.2mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
Green
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 4001
Miyota 9075
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
53 hoursh
40h
Jewels
17
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,620
$935

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What people say

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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.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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