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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig gold enamel whitevsGrand Seiko SBGR261

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SBGR261
Grand SeikoSBGR261
MSRP $4,900

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig gold enamel white35mm
SBGR26139.5mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig gold enamel white53 hoursh
SBGR26172h
Water Resistance
Ludwig gold enamel white30m
SBGR26130m
MSRP
Ludwig gold enamel white$13,300
SBGR261$4,900

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
35mm
39.5mm
Thickness
6.7mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46.9mm
Lug Width
18mm
19mm
Material
Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 4001
9S65
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
53 hoursh
72h
Jewels
17
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$13,300
$4,900

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig gold enamel white

The NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig gold enamel white is praised for its balanced dial, with one reviewer highlighting the full 6 o'clock Roman numeral as a standout feature within its collection. Owners consider the 38mm model a great statement piece with a striking and eye-catching presence. On balance, owners and reviewers find the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig gold enamel white to be a highly regarded timepiece, particularly for its design and presence at its price point.

Grand Seiko SBGR261

Grand Seiko SBGR261 owners praise its perfect 39.5mm dimensions, beautiful cream lacquered dial with a silver date disc, and blued second hand, noting the excellent finishing for its price point and its suitability for formal events. Some find the design too safe and the cream dial with leather strap less appealing, while others flag its over 13mm thickness as too tall for a dress watch. The movement finishing is described as rudimentary, though the 9S65 automatic is considered well-made and a terrific value. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGR261 highly for its classic design and excellent finishing at its price.

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