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NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat rutheniumvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Tangomat ruthenium
NOMOS GlashütteTangomat ruthenium
MSRP $3,700
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tangomat ruthenium38.3mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Tangomat ruthenium43 hoursh
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Tangomat ruthenium30m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Tangomat ruthenium$3,700
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.3mm
39mm
Thickness
8.3mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 5001
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
43 hoursh
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,700
$699

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium for its Glashütte watchmaking and Bauhaus design, with one owner noting accuracy at +2 seconds/day and a 43-hour power reserve. Some owners find the Tangomat thicker than other models, with case proportions that may not suit its sharp design, and one owner expressed a preference for newer movements over the older Epsilon automatic. Overall, owners value the NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium for its precise timekeeping and design ethos.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

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