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Rolex 1908vsNOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium

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Rolex 1908

Owners widely praise the Rolex 1908 for its slim 39mm case, elegant design, and display caseback showcasing the automatic caliber 7140. Reviewers note its half-domed, half-fluted bezel and 50m water resistance. However, a significant number of owners and reviewers question the Rolex 1908's value proposition, citing its high price point and comparing it unfavorably to competitors, with some suggesting it is overpriced. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Rolex 1908 a visually appealing dress watch but are divided on its value relative to its cost.

NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium for its Glashütte watchmaking and Bauhaus design, with one owner noting accuracy at +2 seconds/day and a 43-hour power reserve. Some owners find the Tangomat thicker than other models, with case proportions that may not suit its sharp design, and one owner expressed a preference for newer movements over the older Epsilon automatic. Overall, owners value the NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium for its precise timekeeping and design ethos.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
190839mm
Tangomat ruthenium38.3mm
Power Reserve
190867h
Tangomat ruthenium43 hoursh
Water Resistance
190850m
Tangomat ruthenium30m
MSRP
1908$28,850
Tangomat ruthenium$3,700

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
39mm
38.3mm
Thickness
8.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
18kt Yellow Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
18 kt yellow gold
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Indices
Index

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
7140
Nomos DUW 5001
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
67h
43 hoursh
Jewels
38
26
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Small Seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$28,850
$3,700
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