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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 enamel whitevsanOrdain Model 2

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Model 2
anOrdainModel 2
MSRP $2,673

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig 38 enamel white37.5mm
Model 241mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig 38 enamel white53 hoursh
Model 242h
Water Resistance
Ludwig 38 enamel white50m
Model 250m
MSRP
Ludwig 38 enamel white$2,530
Model 2$2,673

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
37.5mm
41mm
Thickness
6.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
White
Model 2
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 4001
Sellita SW210-1
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
53 hoursh
42h
Jewels
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,530
$2,673

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 enamel white

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 enamel white for its striking, glossy dial with multiple lacquer layers, Roman numerals, and blued steel hands, alongside the in-house Alpha manual-winding movement. One owner notes its proportions make it appear larger in photos than in reality. Overall, owners rate the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 enamel white highly for its blend of traditional and modern design elements on an exceptional dial.

anOrdain Model 2

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exquisite, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, often described as liquid-like, and its simple, rugged 36mm steel case. The smooth winding action of the Sellita SW-210 movement is also a frequently cited positive. Some reviewers note the 36mm case wears larger than expected, while others find it perfect for everyday wear and elegant. Criticisms include 5atm water resistance, glare from the sapphire crystal, and the lack of a running seconds hand. One owner expressed a strong desire to reacquire their Model 2 after selling it. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its stunning enamel dial and wearability at the price point.

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