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Boldr Globetrotter GMTvsNOMOS Glashütte Ludwig

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Globetrotter GMT
BoldrGlobetrotter GMT
MSRP $469
Ludwig
NOMOS GlashütteLudwig
MSRP $2,290

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Globetrotter GMT40mm
Ludwig35mm
Power Reserve
Globetrotter GMT40h
Ludwig53 hoursh
Water Resistance
Globetrotter GMT200m
Ludwig50m
MSRP
Globetrotter GMT$469
Ludwig$2,290

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40mm
35mm
Thickness
12.7mm
6.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
GMT Banff
White
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34 GMT
DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
40h
53 hoursh
Jewels
25
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$2,290

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What people say

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Boldr Globetrotter GMT

The Boldr Globetrotter GMT is praised for its legibility and finishing, featuring applied Super-LumiNova indices and sword hands on a matte black or sunburst blue dial. Reviewers highlight the ceramic bezel's sharp city markings and tight, smooth ratcheting action. The 44mm 316L stainless steel case exhibits a non-traditional design with radial and vertical brushing.

NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig for its exceptional blend of traditional Roman numerals and railroad ticks with modern design, highlighting fine details like the tiny crown logo, exceptional dial printing, and blued steel hands. Reviewers note the in-house Alpha caliber and the value at its price point, with one source calling it a perfect tuxedo watch. The Ludwig neomatik 41 date is commended for its Roman numerals on the date wheel, matching the dial, and its enamel-white dial with blued leaf hands. The 35mm manual wind version is considered ideal for its classic size and Bauhaus simplicity, though some prefer larger 38mm or 40mm Automatik models. The Ludwig Neomatik Ref. 282 measures 36.0 mm diameter, 7.0 mm height, and 46.0 mm lug-to-lug, featuring an elegant cream dial and a beautiful caseback showcasing the in-house DUW 3001 caliber.

From video reviewers

The NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig has a notable lug-to-lug fit that's comfortable on smaller wrists. A potential drawback is the relatively high price point compared to similar offerings from other brands. Reviewers disagree on the optimal case size, with some considering 35mm and others 38mm or 39mm suitable options.

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