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NOMOS Glashütte TangentevsWilliam Wood Fearless

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Tangente
NOMOS GlashütteTangente
MSRP $2,620
Fearless
William WoodFearless
MSRP $920

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tangente35mm
Fearless39mm
Power Reserve
Tangente53 hoursh
Fearless40h
Water Resistance
Tangente50m
Fearless100m
MSRP
Tangente$2,620
Fearless$920

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
35mm
39mm
Thickness
6.2mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
39mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 4001
Seiko NH35
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
53 hoursh
40h
Jewels
17
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,620
$920

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What people say

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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.

William Wood Fearless

The William Wood Fearless is noted for its wearable 39mm case size and comfortable 45mm lug-to-lug, with a matte black ion-plated finish and colorful rehaut accents. Reviewers highlight its recycled fire hose strap and 100m water resistance, stemming from its firefighter heritage. The Seiko NH35 movement is considered accurate for its price point. On balance, reviewers find the William Wood Fearless to be a well-finished field watch with unique heritage elements.

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