Hemel HFT20vsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente gold neomatik

The Hemel HFT20 Chronograph is praised for its legible matte black dial, sapphire crystal, and the satisfying sweep of its chronograph hand, powered by the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement. Reviewers note its convenient wearability, with a 42mm case that wears well due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement, and a comfortable, well-made leather strap. However, its 16mm thickness is considered slightly more than ideal for the movement, and the chronograph minutes sub-dial does not precisely jump. Overall, reviewers find the Hemel HFT20 to be an accessible and modern interpretation of vintage designs, offering good value at $449.

The NOMOS Glashütte Tangente gold neomatik is lauded for its classic Bauhaus design and thin case, with the 35mm variant measuring a mere 6.9mm. Reviewers highlight the subtle contrast provided by gold hands and printing against black numerals on the dial. The neomatik 38 Update offers a more wearable 38.5mm execution of the ring date complication, featuring the in-house DUW 6101 caliber with a 42-hour power reserve, and the gold variants are priced at $16,100. While the Tangente Neomatik 41 Update's date mechanism is creative, its intuitiveness is questioned, and the 40.5mm size is noted as comfortable. The 35mm gold neomatik is considered a mild, rather than groundbreaking, addition. On balance, reviewers praise the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente gold neomatik for its elegant, thin design and refined aesthetic, particularly appreciating the wearability of its various sizes.