Which is cheaper, the Dan Henry 1970 or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

At MSRP the Dan Henry 1970 is the cheaper of the two at $310, against $2,620 for the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente — a $2,310 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Dan Henry 1970 or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Dan Henry 1970 wears larger at 40mm versus 35mm for the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Dan Henry 1970 or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Dan Henry 1970 is rated to 200m versus 50m for the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Dan Henry 1970 or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The NOMOS Glashütte Tangente carries a 53 hours-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Dan Henry 1970.

What movement does the Dan Henry 1970 run compared to the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Dan Henry 1970 runs a automatic caliber, while the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente runs a manual (DUW 4001).

Side by side

Dan Henry 1970vsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente

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

Dan Henry 1970

DH70-40M-O12

MSRP $310

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

139

MSRP $2,620

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

197040mm

Tangente35mm

Power Reserve

197040h

Tangente53 hoursh

Water Resistance

1970200m

Tangente50m

MSRP

1970$310

Tangente$2,620

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Orange

White

Indices

Applied

—

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

—

DUW 4001

Type

Automatic

Manual

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

21,600 vph

Power Reserve

40h

53 hoursh

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$310

$2,620

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What people say

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Dan Henry 1970

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1970 for its striking looks, particularly the art deco hands and fantastic crystal. The 44mm size is noted as a drawback for wrists under 7 inches, and one owner reported strap change marks inside the lugs and a small mark on the clasp. The watch features a 41-hour power reserve and 200-meter water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1970 highly for its distinctive vintage-inspired design and value at $295.

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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.

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