NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automaticvsMelbourne Watch Company Flinders Heritage

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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 automatic at true scale

Ludwig automatic

Melbourne Watch Company Flinders Heritage at true scale

Flinders Heritage

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

50.1mm

n/a

Thickness

8.4mm

7.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

Power Reserve

43h

n/a

MSRP

$3,670

$349

lowest

Movement

Nomos DUW 5001

Ronda 1014

Case

5 specs
Thickness
8.4mm
7.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.1mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Indices
n/a
n/a

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Nomos DUW 5001
Ronda 1014
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
43 hoursh
0h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,670
$349
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Reviews

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

NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic for its exceptional dial printing and fine details, such as the subtle crown logo, and its unique blend of traditional Roman numerals with modern design elements. However, the long lugs on some variants are a point of consideration, with some owners finding them to wear larger than expected, potentially impacting comfort on smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic for its distinctive aesthetic and refined finishing.

Melbourne Watch Company Flinders Heritage

Owners widely praise the Melbourne Watch Company Flinders Heritage for its handsome appearance, appreciating the champagne dial's color depth and unique details like the "M" on the second hand. Reviewers note good case finishing and a textured face suitable for dressy and casual wear. One owner reported an aftermarket strap buckle pin scratched the buckle's polish due to looseness. Overall, owners rate the Melbourne Watch Company Flinders Heritage highly for its attractive aesthetics and versatile wearability.