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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automaticvsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

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Ludwig automatic
NOMOS GlashütteLudwig automatic
MSRP $3,670
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig automatic40mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig automatic43 hoursh
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
Water Resistance
Ludwig automatic30m
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
MSRP
Ludwig automatic$3,670
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Pilot
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
8.4mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.1mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
60m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 5001
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
43 hoursh
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,670
$1,300

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic

Owners praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic for its exceptional blend of traditional Roman numerals and railroad tracks with modern design, highlighting fine details like the tiny logo on the crown and the exceptional dial printing. The long lugs are a significant consideration, with some finding the 35mm model wears larger and the 33mm a better fit for wrists around 6.5 inches. Overall, owners appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic for its unique aesthetic and attention to detail.

Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto is praised for its high-accuracy quartz movement, with owners noting its comfort and reliable performance. Reviewers highlight its functional tool-watch appeal, featuring a sandblasted steel case, tritium tubes for constant low-light visibility, and 100-meter water resistance. One owner finds the 41mm case runs a bit small. The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto utilizes an ETA F06.412 quartz movement with a claimed accuracy of +/- 10 seconds per year and includes a GMT bidirectional bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto highly for its comfortable wear and dependable, high-accuracy quartz movement.

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