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Tissot GentlemanvsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Tissot Gentleman

Owners widely praise the Tissot Gentleman for its exceptional value, offering impressive finishing and quality that appears a tier above its price point, with many highlighting its versatile, classic design and comfortable wearability. The Powermatic 80 movement is consistently lauded for its 80-hour power reserve, silicon hairspring, and COSC-level accuracy, while the 38mm size is frequently described as a "Goldilocks" fit. Some owners note a preference for smaller case sizes, and one reviewer found the prominent "Powermatic 80 Silicium" text on the dial perplexing. On balance, the consensus is that the Tissot Gentleman is highly rated for its sophisticated design and robust movement at an attractive price.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve is a shared strength. Reviewers also agree on its value at the price point. No shared weaknesses were identified.

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.

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.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Gentleman40mm
Tangente35mm
Power Reserve
Gentleman80h
Tangente53 hoursh
Water Resistance
Gentleman100m
Tangente50m
MSRP
Gentleman$950
Tangente$2,620

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
35mm
Thickness
11.5mm
6.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
45mm
Lug Width
21mm
18mm
Finish
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
White
Indices
Indexes
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Tissot Powermatic 80
Nomos DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
80h
53 hoursh
Jewels
0
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$950
$2,620
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