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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig neomatik 39

Owners and reviewers widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig neomatik 39 for its elegant simplicity, balanced dial, and admirable finishing for the price. The watch is noted for its thinness and excellent proportions, with a dial that wears larger due to its dominance and long lugs. The in-house DUW 3001 automatic movement, featuring a small seconds complication and a power reserve of approximately 42-43 hours, is also a significant draw. One owner reports perfect timekeeping alongside METAS/COSC certified watches. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig neomatik 39 highly for its elegant design and in-house movement at a compelling price point.

NOMOS Glashütte Orion

The NOMOS Glashütte Orion is widely praised for its versatile Bauhaus-inspired design, comfortable wearability, and excellent value, with owners appreciating its suitability for both formal and casual occasions. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its balanced case and dial proportions, with one owner noting the hand-wound Alpha movement's accuracy at +2s/day. Some owners find the 38mm size wears larger than expected and can feel delicate for daily wear, while others prefer the 35mm for its dress watch feel, though its minimalist style and size may limit versatility for some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Orion highly for its elegant design and strong value proposition.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig neomatik 3938.5mm
Orion35mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig neomatik 3943 hoursh
Orion53 hoursh
Water Resistance
Ludwig neomatik 3950m
Orion50m
MSRP
Ludwig neomatik 39$4,290
Orion$2,800

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
35mm
Thickness
7mm
8.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
19mm
18mm

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Nomos DUW 3001
Nomos DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
43 hoursh
53 hoursh
Jewels
27
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,290
$2,800
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