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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automaticvsLongines ELEGANT COLLECTION

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Ludwig automatic
NOMOS GlashütteLudwig automatic
MSRP $3,670
ELEGANT COLLECTION
LonginesELEGANT COLLECTION
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ludwig automatic40mm
ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm
Power Reserve
Ludwig automatic43 hoursh
ELEGANT COLLECTION72h
Water Resistance
Ludwig automatic30m
ELEGANT COLLECTION30m
MSRP
Ludwig automatic$3,670
ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
8.4mm
8.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.1mm
44mm
Finish
Caseback
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Dial Color
White
Blue
Indices
Diamond indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
DUW 5001
L888.5
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
43 hoursh
72h
Jewels
26
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,670
$2,600

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic

Owners praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic for its exceptional blend of traditional Roman numerals and railroad tracks with modern design, highlighting fine details like the tiny logo on the crown and the exceptional dial printing. The long lugs are a significant consideration, with some finding the 35mm model wears larger and the 33mm a better fit for wrists around 6.5 inches. Overall, owners appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic for its unique aesthetic and attention to detail.

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its value and traditional styling, offering versatility for both casual and formal wear. Owners note its elegant appearance can be suitable for any occasion. However, some find its thickness and hand color potentially confusing, with polished hands sometimes difficult to read in certain light. On balance, owners rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its value and timeless design.

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