KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001vsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001 at true scale

OLD SMITH 90-001

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente at true scale

Tangente

Diameter

35mm

35mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

lowest

45mm

Thickness

10mm

6.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

53h

MSRP

$405

lowest

$2,620

Movement

Seiko VD78

Nomos DUW 4001

Case

4 specs
Thickness
10mm
6.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
45mm
Finish
n/a
n/a
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
n/a
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Gold
White
Indices
n/a
n/a

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko VD78
Nomos DUW 4001
Type
Quartz
Manual
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
0h
53 hoursh
Jewels
0
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$405
$2,620
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001 for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, noting its attractive dial and excellent accuracy. The case finishing is considered average for the price, and the lume fades quickly, with some finding the small date window difficult to read. The watch is versatile with straps and features a good level of polish and brushing. Overall, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001 highly for its compelling vintage field watch aesthetic and accuracy at the price.

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente for its elegant, timeless Bauhaus aesthetic and excellent finishing for its price point, noting its versatility for both business and casual wear. Reviewers highlight its significant value proposition, attractive in-house movement, and a buttery smooth winding feel. One owner reports a positive service experience after a winding issue, while another notes the 19mm lug width limits strap options. The watch keeps excellent time, with all functions working perfectly. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente highly for its sophisticated design and exceptional value.

From video reviewers

The slim 6.2mm case and Bauhaus-inspired design are consistently praised. The heat-blued hands and sub-seconds dial are also noted strengths.