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NOMOS Glashütte Tangente gold 33 dorévsZelos Comet 39

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Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tangente gold 33 doré32.8mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
Tangente gold 33 doré53 hoursh
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
Tangente gold 33 doré30m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
Tangente gold 33 doré$12,500
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
32.8mm
39mm
Thickness
6.6mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.2mm
39mm
Lug Width
17mm
20mm
Material
Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 4001
ETA/Peseux 7001
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
53 hoursh
40h
Jewels
17
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,500
$2,499

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Tangente gold 33 doré

The NOMOS Glashütte Tangente gold 33 doré is praised for its classic Bauhaus design and exceptionally thin 6.9mm case. Owners widely describe the watch as "incredible" and "lovely." However, some find the gold accents subtle, and one owner noted they would not purchase it for $13k, citing other watches that offer more functionality for the price. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente gold 33 doré for its elegant, thin design, though its value proposition at its price point is debated.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

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