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NOMOS Glashütte LudwigvsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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Ludwig
NOMOS GlashütteLudwig
MSRP $2,290
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig35mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig53 hoursh
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
Ludwig50m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
Ludwig$2,290
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
35mm
37mm
Thickness
6.3mm
10mm
Material
Stainless Steel
UltraHex Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
Yellow
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 4001
Miyota 82s5
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
$499

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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.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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