NOMOS Glashütte Tangente 2date bluevsWolbrook Skindiver Automatic

The NOMOS Glashütte Tangente 2date blue is celebrated for its impressive craftsmanship, thin 6.8mm case, and the visually appealing DUW 4601 movement with refreshing decoration. Reviewers and owners alike praise its sunburst blue dial and the unique, well-executed peripheral double date complication, with some finding it useful for travel. However, the dual-date display is criticized by some enthusiasts as redundant and contrary to Bauhaus principles, and legibility can be challenging in dim light due to thin silver hands and a lack of lume. The watch features a 37.5mm diameter, a 52-hour power reserve, and 50-meter water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente 2date blue highly for its distinctive design and excellent value, despite some debate over the practicality of its double date feature.

The Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic is widely praised for its attractive vintage aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and legible dial, with many owners highlighting its quality build and value under $500. Owners often commend the Beads of Rice bracelet and tropic strap, the box sapphire crystal, and the overall solid feel that suggests nothing is cheap. Specific praise is given to its lume, which some find lasts well and is great, and its accuracy, with one owner noting exceptional performance. However, some find the finishing merely fine, not exceptional, and note issues with the push-pull crown lacking a positive lock or being noisy. The 20mm strap width and drilled lugs that don't fit all spring bars are also mentioned as potential drawbacks. The Miyota 8315 movement, while preferred over the 8215, is described by one owner as noisy, and the non-transferable warranty policy is a concern for some.