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Dryden PathfindervsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente 33

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
Tangente 33
NOMOS GlashütteTangente 33
MSRP $2,440

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
Tangente 3332.8mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
Tangente 3353 hoursh
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
Tangente 3350m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
Tangente 33$2,440

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
32.8mm
Thickness
11.8mm
6.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
42.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
17mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
201m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Steel
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
40h
53 hoursh
Jewels
25
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$2,440

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What people say

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Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente 33

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is widely praised for its classic Bauhaus-inspired design and elegant wearability, with owners noting its polished case reflections and compact dimensions, such as the 33mm and 35mm variants, fitting well on smaller wrists. The Alpha hand-wound movement is recognized for remarkable accuracy, with one owner reporting it off only a couple of seconds a week, and a 44.5-hour power reserve. The watch's versatility and "loveable cutey" design are highlighted, and new platinum gray dials offer a convincing appearance. Some owners find the velour strap delicate and prefer alternatives, and the 30m water resistance limits its use in wet environments. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente highly for its enduring, minimalistic design and impressive accuracy at its price point.

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