Encyclopedia / NOMOS Glashütte / Tangente 38
No real new deal right now · checked Oct 20, 2026, 1:07 AM ET
$1,750 – $2,400 pre-owned street range
Ref. 164 · 19 listings sampled (median ~$2,150)
No new deal: Jomashop's $2,024 listing was out of stock (1:09 AM ET), and NOMOS's US site shows prices only by country. Range = middle 80% of Chrono24 asking prices on the first page of a text search for 'Nomos Tangente 164', so it may include close variants. Fixed-price listings only.
What it really costs
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| List price per Jomashop | $2,530 | jomashop.com |
| Pre-owned (Chrono24 asks) | about $1,750 – $2,400 (median ~$2,150, 19 listings sampled) | Chrono24 |
All prices in USD, checked Oct 20, 2026 (ET). Pre-owned ranges are the middle 80% of asking prices on the first Chrono24 results page for that ref (used and some unworn; sample size shown per row), fixed-price listings only. Grey-market = brand-new from a non-authorized dealer.
Buying guide
Key references
| Ref. | What it is | US retail |
|---|---|---|
| 164 | Tangente 38, white silver-plated dial, Shell Cordovan strap | $2,530 |
Which one I'd pick
Check the calibre: NOMOS now lists the 164 with the DUW 4001 (53 h); Jomashop's listing still shows the older Alpha calibre (43 h). Ask which one a seller has.
What to check before you buy
- Exact reference: dial colour, size and strap change the price. Match the full ref (164) before comparing deals.
- Fakes and red flags: be wary of prices far below the ranges above, stock photos only, or sellers who won't show the caseback, serial and papers.
Alternatives worth a look
- Grand Seiko Elegance SBGW231: Japanese hand-wound alternative. (37.3 mm Stainless Steel, Grand Seiko Calibre 9S64, retail $4,300 (Grand Seiko US boutique))
- Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Small Seconds: Swiss hand-wound dress watch. (45.6 x 27.4 mm stainless steel, Calibre 822/2, retail $12,000)
- Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80: Cheaper dress watch. (40 mm Stainless Steel, Powermatic 80.811, retail $950 (list price per Jomashop & WatchMaxx))
History
NOMOS Glashütte is a German watchmaker based in Glashütte, Saxony, founded by Roland Schwertner in January 1990, two months after the fall of the Berlin Wall.
NOMOS says the Tangente 38 ref. 164 measures 37.5 mm and 6.8 mm high and runs on its hand-wound DUW 4001 calibre for up to 53 hours.
Specifications
| Brand | NOMOS Glashütte |
|---|---|
| Model | Tangente 38 |
| Key references | 164 |
| Launch year | Not confirmed |
| Case | 37.5 mm Stainless Steel |
| Thickness | 6.8 mm |
| Lug-to-lug | 47.7 mm |
| Lug width | 19 mm |
| Caseback | Sapphire crystal (display) |
| Strap/bracelet | Horween Shell Cordovan, black |
| Movement | NOMOS DUW 4001, manual winding |
| Power reserve | Up to 53 hours |
| Water resistance | 5 atm (splash-proof) |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $2,530 (list price per Jomashop) |
Specs from the retailer (Jomashop/WatchMaxx) or brand product page linked above for the main reference; see our research notes for which. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- 37.5 mm steel case, 6.8 mm thick
- Hand-wound in-house DUW 4001
- Sapphire display back
FAQ
How much is the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente 38?
List price per Jomashop is $2,530. Pre-owned asking prices on Chrono24 mostly ran $1,750 – $2,400 (median ~$2,150), checked Oct 20, 2026, 1:07 AM ET.
What movement does the Tangente 38 use?
The 164 checked here uses: NOMOS DUW 4001, manual winding, up to 53 hours of power reserve.
How big is the Tangente 38?
37.5 mm Stainless Steel.
Is the Tangente 38 water resistant?
It's rated to 5 atm (splash-proof).
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