NOMOS Glashütte Minimatik 39 date bluevsVario 1918 Medic Brass

The NOMOS Glashütte Minimatik 39 date blue is praised for its playful yet sophisticated dial with turquoise and gold minute markers that shift appearance with light, and its short, tucked-in lugs contribute to a less bulky wear. Owners appreciate its contemporary design and suitability for both office and casual settings. Some owners wish the Minimatik were 1-2mm larger, and its price is noted as high, with some difficulty in finding it in shops. Overall, owners rate the NOMOS Glashütte Minimatik 39 date blue highly for its unique dial and comfortable, less bulky wear.

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Medic Brass for its crisp enamel dial, easy-to-read numerals, and cathedral hands, noting the brass case develops an attractive patina over time. However, the soft brass scratches easily, and one owner found the lume to be poor. Accuracy varies, with one example running slow by about 10 seconds per day and another owner deeming the Miyota 82s5 movement just okay. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Medic Brass highly for its unique dial and the evolving character of its brass case.