Which is cheaper, the Henry Archer Vesterhav or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

At MSRP the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is the cheaper of the two at $2,620, against $4,599 for the Henry Archer Vesterhav — a $1,979 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Henry Archer Vesterhav or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

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

Which has better water resistance, the Henry Archer Vesterhav or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Henry Archer Vesterhav is rated to 200m versus 50m for the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Henry Archer Vesterhav or the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

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

What movement does the Henry Archer Vesterhav run compared to the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente?

The Henry Archer Vesterhav runs a automatic caliber (Miyota 9015), while the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente runs a manual (DUW 4001).

Side by side

Henry Archer VesterhavvsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente

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

Henry Archer Vesterhav

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MSRP $4,599

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

139

MSRP $2,620

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Vesterhav40mm

Tangente35mm

Power Reserve

Vesterhav40h

Tangente53 hoursh

Water Resistance

Vesterhav200m

Tangente50m

MSRP

Vesterhav$4,599

Tangente$2,620

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

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

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,599

$2,620

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What people say

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Henry Archer Vesterhav

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Vesterhav for its superb thinness, refined finishing, and gorgeous dials, offering significant value. One owner specifically highlighted the stunning pink dial and its attractive appearance on both steel and leather straps. On balance, owners rate the Henry Archer Vesterhav highly for its thin profile and refined aesthetics.

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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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