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NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat GMTvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Tangomat GMT
NOMOS GlashütteTangomat GMT
MSRP $5,740
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tangomat GMT40mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Tangomat GMT42 hoursh
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Tangomat GMT30m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Tangomat GMT$5,740
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.9mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.5mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 5201
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,740
$699

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat GMT for its elegant Bauhaus design, detailed finishing, and true in-house GMT movement, with many considering it excellent value. The watch's simplicity and user-friendly world time dial are highlighted as refreshing departures from busy designs. Some owners find the 40mm case wears larger than expected, and the GMT function, which uses a disk adjusted by a pusher, is noted as requiring manual adjustment and can be less convenient than a traditional hour hand for some users. One owner reported a daily accuracy drift of 25-35 seconds, while another experienced accidental pressing of the timezone pusher. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat GMT highly for its unique in-house GMT complication and refined aesthetic at an accessible price point.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

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