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NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat rutheniumvsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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Tangomat ruthenium
NOMOS GlashütteTangomat ruthenium
MSRP $3,700
SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $3,550

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tangomat ruthenium38.3mm
SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
Tangomat ruthenium43 hoursh
SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h
Water Resistance
Tangomat ruthenium30m
SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
Tangomat ruthenium$3,700
SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38.3mm
39mm
Thickness
8.3mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Ceramic
Finish
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback
Screw-down case back

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Both sides
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite
Indices
Applied Arabic numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
DUW 5001
L844.4
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
43 hoursh
72h
Jewels
26
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,700
$3,550

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium for its Glashütte watchmaking and Bauhaus design, with one owner noting accuracy at +2 seconds/day and a 43-hour power reserve. Some owners find the Tangomat thicker than other models, with case proportions that may not suit its sharp design, and one owner expressed a preference for newer movements over the older Epsilon automatic. Overall, owners value the NOMOS Glashütte Tangomat ruthenium for its precise timekeeping and design ethos.

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its excellent fit and finish, visual appeal, and value, with many preferring its thinner titanium case and color-matched date wheel. Reviewers highlight its legibility and comfortable 39mm wearability, while some owners note the bracelet could be weightier and lacks tool-less micro-adjustment. Accuracy figures range from +5 seconds per day to unspecified, and one owner reported condensation risk in hot tubs. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its blend of tool-watch utility and segment-leading finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 18k gold capped bezel insert is a notable feature, adding a touch of luxury to the watch. However, the watch's lume is not as bright as some reviewers would like, which is a drawback for those who prioritize good illumination. Reviewers disagree on the watch's functionality, with some considering it a compelling option and others feeling it doesn't quite live up to its design.

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