NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 33 champagnevsRolex Datejust

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 33 champagne at true scale

Ludwig 33 champagne

Rolex Datejust at true scale

Datejust

Diameter

32.8mm

31mm

Lug-to-Lug

42.2mm

n/a

Thickness

6.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

53h

55h

highest

MSRP

$2,460

lowest

$9,350

Movement

Nomos DUW 4001

2236

Case

8 specs
Diameter
32.8mm
31mm
Thickness
6.5mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
42.2mm
n/a
Lug Width
17mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
n/a
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
n/a
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Flat
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
Champagne
Light Green
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Nomos DUW 4001
2236
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
53 hoursh
55h
Jewels
17
31
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,460
$9,350
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 33 champagne

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 33 champagne for its perfect wearability on smaller wrists, with some noting the champagne dial appears warmer in person than expected. Reviewers highlight the balanced dial design, featuring Roman numerals and a railroad minute track, and the enamel paint dial achieves a fine aesthetic at an accessible price. The 33mm diameter is considered ideal by many, though some prefer larger watches, and the slim bezel contributes to its wearability. One owner regrets the solid caseback, wishing for a display version. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 33 champagne highly for its elegant, slim, hand-winding dress watch design and comfortable 32.8mm wearability.

Rolex Datejust

The Rolex Datejust is widely praised for its aesthetic variety, robust elegance, and versatility, making it suitable for daily wear in various settings. Owners consistently highlight the exceptional comfort of the Jubilee bracelet, with some preferring its "pizzazz" over the sportier Oyster bracelet. The 36mm size is frequently noted for its tasteful proportions, though opinions on dial colors and bezel styles, such as fluted or domed, vary among enthusiasts. Some configurations, particularly those with fluted bezels and Jubilee bracelets in specific dial colors, are considered highly sought-after, though wait times can be significant. The Rolex Datejust is not considered a good investment, as it typically depreciates upon purchase. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Datejust highly for its versatile style and comfortable wearability, representing a foundational piece of the brand's legacy.

From video reviewers

The fluted bezel is a consistent highlight. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.