Aigi Watches Midnight SunvsNOMOS Glashütte Tetra Terra

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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Midnight Sun

Tetra Terra
Diameter
28mm
29.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
40.5mm
Thickness
6.4mm
lowest
6.5mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
53h
MSRP
$186
lowest
$2,930
Movement
Quartz
Nomos DUW 4001
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Aigi Watches Midnight Sun is praised by some for its dial's triangular texture, which catches light beautifully and offers more character than photos suggest, reminiscent of Grand Seiko dials. However, owners are split on its dimensions, with some criticizing a 43mm diameter and 49mm lug-to-lug as chunky, while others find the specs and looks fair for the $199 Kickstarter price, especially for a first automatic watch. One owner reported receiving the watch with a Miyota 9015 movement upgrade. On balance, owners rate the Aigi Watches Midnight Sun positively for its attractive dial at the price, provided the financial outlay is not significant.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra Terra for its Bauhaus dial aesthetics, refined design, and excellent value, with many highlighting its comfortable wearability on smaller wrists and the elegant, thin case. The watch is frequently lauded for its in-house movement and finishing. Some reviewers note that the needle hands can affect legibility, and one owner dislikes the generic buckle and the tendency for the grey suede strap to get dirty easily. The 29.5mm case is preferred by some for its wearability. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra Terra highly for its unique design and excellent value proposition.
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