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Spinnaker Cahill AutomaticvsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente

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Cahill Automatic
SpinnakerCahill Automatic
MSRP $350
Tangente
NOMOS GlashütteTangente
MSRP $2,620

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Cahill Automatic42mm
Tangente35mm
Power Reserve
Cahill Automatic40h
Tangente53 hoursh
Water Resistance
Cahill Automatic200m
Tangente50m
MSRP
Cahill Automatic$350
Tangente$2,620

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
42mm
35mm
Thickness
13.7mm
6.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Green
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
40h
53 hoursh
Jewels
25
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$350
$2,620

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What people say

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Spinnaker Cahill Automatic

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Cahill Automatic for its attractive vintage-inspired design, comfortable wearability on smaller wrists, and good timekeeping, with one owner specifically noting the large "maxi" indices and NATO strap as highlights. However, some find the lume application uneven and note the use of a mineral crystal. A significant concern raised by one owner is a report of internal component failures and a perceived lack of quality control within the brand. On balance, the Spinnaker Cahill Automatic is well-regarded by owners for its style and value, particularly at specific price points, despite some noted manufacturing inconsistencies.

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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