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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig gold enamel whitevsGrand Seiko SBGY002

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SBGY002
Grand SeikoSBGY002
MSRP $30,000

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig gold enamel white35mm
SBGY00238.5mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig gold enamel white53 hoursh
SBGY00272h
Water Resistance
Ludwig gold enamel white30m
SBGY00230m
MSRP
Ludwig gold enamel white$13,300
SBGY002$30,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
35mm
38.5mm
Thickness
6.7mm
10.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
18mm
19mm
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
9R31
Type
Manual
Spring Drive
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
53 hoursh
72h
Jewels
17
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$13,300
$30,000

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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 SBGY002

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGY002 for its impeccable design, finishing, and attention to detail, highlighting its slender 38.5mm case and thin profile for comfortable wear. The Spring Drive movement, calibre 9R31, is noted for its accuracy within one second per day and a 72-hour power reserve, with one owner appreciating the movement's finishing and the watch's overall class and simplicity, preferring the power reserve indicator on the case back. The Snowflake dial's appearance changes with light, often appearing less yellow than expected, and a matte blue strap can make the SBGY002 more casual for daily wear, complementing the seconds hand. The Grand Seiko SBGY002 is considered a home run for its combination of iconic dial and dress case, though its yellow gold construction and price point position it differently than steel alternatives.

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