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NOMOS Glashütte LudwigvsMaen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin

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Ludwig
NOMOS GlashütteLudwig
MSRP $2,290
Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin
MaenGrand Tonneau Ultra Thin
MSRP $1,519

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig35mm
Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin34mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig53 hoursh
Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin40h
Water Resistance
Ludwig50m
Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin50m
MSRP
Ludwig$2,290
Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin$1,519

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
35mm
34mm
Thickness
6.3mm
6.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
MNL.04
Indices
Applied

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,290
$1,519

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What people say

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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.

Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin

Owners widely report the Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin features a La Joux-Perret D101 manual-wind movement and a double-layer enamel dial. Some owners criticize the bracelet design and find the dial too small and lacking indices. One owner describes the Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin as "hideous with a good movement." On balance, owners are divided on the Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin, with some appreciating its movement and dial while others find its design unappealing.

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