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Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch EditionvsNOMOS Glashütte Ludwig neomatik 39

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Ancestra Launch Edition
Atelier WenAncestra Launch Edition
MSRP $45,900
Ludwig neomatik 39
NOMOS GlashütteLudwig neomatik 39
MSRP $4,290

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ancestra Launch Edition38.5mm
Ludwig neomatik 3938.5mm
Power Reserve
Ancestra Launch Edition40h
Ludwig neomatik 3943 hoursh
Water Resistance
Ancestra Launch Edition30m
Ludwig neomatik 3950m
MSRP
Ancestra Launch Edition$45,900
Ludwig neomatik 39$4,290

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Chinese caligraphy
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$45,900
$4,290

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Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch Edition

The Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch Edition is widely praised for its unique hand-hammered grand feu enamel dial, featuring Chinese arts and crafts and micro-etched poetry on its custom French movement. Owners and reviewers highlight the dial's dramatic gradient and the flush-set baguette diamond hour markers, all housed in a compact 38mm steel case. The movement is noted as superior to standard ETA or Sellita options. Some owners feel a seconds hand would be a welcome addition, and the $5,850 price point is considered a significant step up, with one commenter finding the brand overpriced. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch Edition highly for its exceptional dial artistry and unique movement at its price.

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.

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