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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automaticvsNOMOS Glashütte Zürich Worldtimer midnight blue

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At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig automatic40mm
Zürich Worldtimer midnight blue39.9mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig automatic43 hoursh
Zürich Worldtimer midnight blue42 hoursh
Water Resistance
Ludwig automatic30m
Zürich Worldtimer midnight blue50m
MSRP
Ludwig automatic$3,670
Zürich Worldtimer midnight blue$6,870

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39.9mm
Thickness
8.4mm
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.1mm
49.4mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
DUW 5001
DUW 5201
Power Reserve
43 hoursh
42 hoursh

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,670
$6,870

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Zürich Worldtimer midnight blue

Owners and reviewers widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich Worldtimer midnight blue for its excellent finishing, particularly the deep, textured Blaugold dial and polished case, and its well-regarded Epsilon movement. The dual-timezone complication is noted as sharp and functional, though one reviewer points out it functions as a GMT rather than a true 24-hour worldtimer. Some owners find the dial slightly difficult to read at a glance and the asymmetry of the timezone disk detracts from elegance, while others praise its visual intrigue. The 10.9mm thickness is considered by some to be less ideal for a dress watch compared to thinner options, and the 50mm lug-to-lug length on the 40mm case is a point of contention, with some finding it potentially awkward on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers highly value the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich Worldtimer midnight blue for its impressive finishing and unique dial at its price point.

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