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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automaticvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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Ludwig automatic
NOMOS GlashütteLudwig automatic
MSRP $3,670
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig automatic40mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig automatic43 hoursh
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Ludwig automatic30m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Ludwig automatic$3,670
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
8.4mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.1mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 5001
Miyota 82s5
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
43 hoursh
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,670
$428

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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.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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