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NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38vsZelos LT Carbon

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Metro 38
NOMOS GlashütteMetro 38
MSRP $3,220
LT Carbon
ZelosLT Carbon
MSRP $449

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Metro 3838.5mm
LT Carbon40mm
Power Reserve
Metro 3853 hoursh
LT Carbon40h
Water Resistance
Metro 3850m
LT Carbon50m
MSRP
Metro 38$3,220
LT Carbon$449

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
7.8mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.3mm
40mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Forged Carbon
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Carbon
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 4001
Miyota 9133
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
53 hoursh
40h
Jewels
17
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,220
$449

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38

Owners and reviewers widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38 Datum for its high-quality polished stainless steel case, flawless matte/metallic silver-plated dial with a sloping design, and Bauhaus-inspired minimalist aesthetic. The in-house DUW 4101 movement with the Swing-System escapement is also a highlight. Legibility is a point of mixed opinion, with some finding the thin silver hands on the grey dial difficult to read in certain light, while others report no issues. Some owners note a slight convexity on the front window's edge, and a few find the hand length and dial's shininess distracting. Accuracy is reported as +2 sec/day by one owner. The $3.5k price point is seen by some as a turn-off, while others consider it reflective of the watch's value and craftsmanship. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38 Datum highly for its distinctive design and in-house finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38's beautiful polishings are a unique aspect of Glashütte watchmaking. The watch's water resistance of 3 atm is a limitation for those who plan to wear it in wet conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's suitability for active wear, with one reviewer stating it may not be the most rugged option and the other not explicitly stating its limitations in this area.

Zelos LT Carbon

The forged carbon case construction is a standout feature, noted for its lightweight feel and distinctive pattern. The proprietary strap system limits aftermarket options. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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