Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds AutomaticvsNOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium

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Measurements

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Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic at true scale

Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic

NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium at true scale

Tangomat ruthenium

Diameter

39mm

38.3mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

n/a

8.3mm

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

n/a

43h

MSRP

$1,295

lowest

$3,700

Movement

Automatic

Nomos DUW 5001

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39mm
38.3mm
Thickness
n/a
8.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Black
Indices
n/a
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
n/a
Nomos DUW 5001
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
0h
43 hoursh
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$3,700
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Reviews

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Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic

Owners widely praise the Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic for its elegant, Patek Calatrava-like aesthetic, with its silvered dial, hands, and applied indices creating a simple, readable, and dressy appearance. The polished stainless steel case is noted as flawless, and the watch is considered surprisingly versatile, possessing a tool watch character despite its dress watch origins. Some owners find the winding action smooth but stiff, while others are blown away by the value offered at its price point, with one owner noting it feels surprisingly thin. The Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic is powered by an automatic movement and measures 39mm, with 50m of water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic highly for its elegant design and strong value proposition.

NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium for its Bauhaus aesthetic and Glashütte watchmaking quality, viewing it as a dressier piece. One owner notes the Tangomat Ruthenium runs at +2 seconds/day and has a 43-hour power reserve. The watch is offered at $1,850 shipped. Some feel the case proportions are less suited to its sharp design compared to the Tangente. Overall, owners value the NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium for its distinctive Bauhaus design and perceived quality craftsmanship.

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