The 35mm Tangente defined the brand’s Bauhaus design ethos since its 1992 debut. This reference TAN171W1, hails from the period where the brand launched its in-house Alpha caliber.
Founded by Roland Schwertner in 1990, not long after the fall of the Berlin Wall, NOMOS Glashütte represents the return of German watchmaking in its historic home. The brand is defined by a minimalist design language rooted in the principles of Bauhaus, most evident in its archetypal Tangente model.
While its early watches utilized Swiss ébauches, NOMOS achieved true independence as a manufaktur in 2005 and, most significantly, unveiled its own in-house "Swing System" escapement in 2014. This rare technical feat secured its autonomy from Swiss suppliers and solidified its status as a fiercely independent watchmaker that provides exceptional horological substance and design purity at an accessible price point.
Overall Grade: 8 / 10 | Good Condition, Light Wear Production: 2004 Contents: Full-set Genre: Neo-Vintage Dress Watch
Size: 35mm Thickness: approx. 8mm Lug Width: approx. 18mm
Case: Stainless steel case, mirrored finish, light wear Bezel: Stainless steel thin bezel, light visible wear Dial: Cream dial, printed markers, recessed small second sub-dial Hands: Blued-steel, stick hands
Crown: White Gold, octagonal, push-pull diamond crown, light wear Crystal: Sapphire crystal, light wear Bracelet: Black leather strap, light wear Caseback: Stainless steel snap caseback, light wear Movement: Manual Wind Caliber: In-House Alpha