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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig neomatik 39vsVario Futurist

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Ludwig neomatik 39
NOMOS GlashütteLudwig neomatik 39
MSRP $4,290
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig neomatik 3938.5mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig neomatik 3943 hoursh
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Ludwig neomatik 3950m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Ludwig neomatik 39$4,290
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
39mm
Thickness
7mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
Purple
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 3001
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
43 hoursh
40h
Jewels
27
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,290
$648

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What people say

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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