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NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat rutheniumvsLongines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

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Tangomat ruthenium
NOMOS GlashütteTangomat ruthenium
MSRP $3,700
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC
LonginesULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC
MSRP $4,000

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tangomat ruthenium38.3mm
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC40mm
Power Reserve
Tangomat ruthenium43 hoursh
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC72h
Water Resistance
Tangomat ruthenium30m
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC30m
MSRP
Tangomat ruthenium$3,700
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC$4,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38.3mm
40mm
Thickness
8.3mm
10.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Finish
Caseback
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Both sides
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
Applied indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
DUW 5001
L836.6
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
43 hoursh
72h
Jewels
26
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds, moon phase display and date indicated by small hand at

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,700
$4,000

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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.

Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

The Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC is widely praised for its high-beat 5Hz movement, offering superior accuracy and a smooth seconds hand, with reviewers noting its TIMELAB certification for chronometer standards. Owners and reviewers alike commend its faithful retro design, capturing beloved 1960s details with modern relevance and a charming appearance. The bracelet is described as comfortable and refined, featuring a micro-adjustment clasp, and the sunray silver dial with sparkling indices is a notable strength. Some owners, however, find the 11mm thickness detracts from a vintage feel, and there is a desire for a no-date version. The 40mm case wears larger than expected, with many suggesting the 37mm version offers superior wearability and fit for most wrists, and its 50m water resistance is considered not exceptional. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC highly for its accurate high-frequency movement and successful retro design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's high-beat movement, certified by TimeLab Geneva as an Ultra-Chronometer, is a notable feature. The relatively high price compared to its competitors is a drawback. Reviewers disagree on the optimal case size, with one reviewer mentioning 41mm and 43mm, and the other mentioning 37mm and 40mm.

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