Introducing: Three New Limited Edition Ludwig Models From NOMOS To Honor 175 Years Of Watchmaking In Glashtte

July 15, 2020

Ludwig C 175 Years Watchmaking Glashtte If NOMOS sees further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants. While the young German brand may represent the future of German watchmaking, they certainly aren't shy about paying respect to its past. The origins of the watchmaking tradition in Glashutte date back 175 years to 1845. Today, NOMOS is releasing a trio of watches that tip the Tyrolean hat to the greats that laid the groundwork for Glashtte to become the epicenter of Teutonic watchmaking.? The Ludwig neomatik 39 Using the Ludwig model as a starting point, NOMOS has created three limited-edition versions of the classic model. To start with, there's the Ludwig C 175 Years Watchmaking Glashtte; this model features the NOMOS hand-wound Alpha caliber. The other two models in the range feature an automatic caliber. These are the Ludwig neomatik 39 and the Ludwig neomatik 41 date. All three models are regulated to chronometer standards, NOMOS says; they are not, however, certified as chronometers. And they all feature aesthetic elements that honor a longstanding tradition. There's a polished enamel-white dial paired with rounded leaf hands that are blued, just like the pocket watches being cranked out of Glashtte over a century ago. The Ludwig neomatik 41 date features a date wheel with the date printed in Roman numerals to match the dial. This is a first for NOMOS, and while it's a small detail, that's what NOMOS is all about. Getting every small detail right to come together into an exceptional overall package.? The Ludwig neomatik 41 date Initial Thoughts The longstanding tradition of watchmaking in the region begins with A. Lange & Sohne. It was in 1845, 175 years ago, when Adolf Lange officially set up his workshop after receiving a go-ahead from the government of Saxony after he submitted a proposal that called for Glashtte to follow in the footsteps of the Valle de Joux, which had seen tremendous success as a watchmaking capital.? The movement gained momentum and drew two additional figures into the fold: Moritz Grossman and Julius Assmann. These three pioneers opened up Deutsche Uhrmacherschule (the German watchmaking school), a healthy network of suppliers, and this growing movement spawned a number of watch manufacturers that still exist today. The German Watchmaking School even taught students up until 1942. Today, NOMOS plays a significant part in sustaining modern watchmaking in Glashtte and maintaining a tradition of excellence. Dial detail of the Ludwig C 175 Years Watchmaking Glashtte It is this rich tradition this trio of NOMOS watches honors. It's important to pay respect to your elders, and it's refreshing to see NOMOS acknowledge the hard work of the folks who laid the foundation in the middle of the 19th century that paved the way for their own success. They did it by producing a trio of watches that revive an aesthetic that was once popular in pocket watches produced in the region over a century ago. It's all very poetic.? The date wheel on the Ludwig neomatik 41 date To appreciate NOMOS is to appreciate the entire Glashtte tradition; watches from NOMOS perfectly encapsulate the same sort of independent tradition fostered there since the early days. The Ludwig model has been around since 1992, a sign that NOMOS is building its own heritage. The typical elegant simplicity from NOMOS and the in-house movements that make all of the NOMOS watches an interesting value proposition also make this new limited edition series worth taking a look at. But it's the idea that this watch is meant to exemplify a storied history of 175 years of watchmaking that makes it even more significant.? The Basics Brand: NOMOSModel: Ludwig C 175 Years Watchmaking Glashtte, the Ludwig neomatik 39, the Ludwig neomatik 41 dateDiameter: 35mm (Ludwig C 175 Years Watchmaking Glashtte), 39mm (the Ludwig neomatik 39), 41mm (the Ludwig neomatik 41 date) Case Material: ?Stainless steelDial Color: Enamel-whiteIndexes: Roman numeralsLume: None presentWater Resistance: 30 meters for all modelsStrap/Bracelet: Strap, black leather The Movement Caliber: NOMOS Alpha (Ludwig C 175 Years Watchmaking Glashtte), DUW 3001 (the Ludwig neomatik 39), DUW 60101 (the Ludwig neomatik 41 date)Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds (Alpha and DUW 3001). Hours, minutes, small seconds, date (DUW 6101)Diameter: 23.3mm (Alpha Caliber) 28.8mm (DUW 3001)Power Reserve: 43 hours (Alpha Caliber) 42 hours (DUW 3001)Winding: Manual (Alpha Caliber) Automatic (DUW 3001 and DUW 6101)Frequency: 21,600 (Alpha Caliber, DUW 3001, DUW 6101) Jewels: 17 (Alpha Caliber) 27 (DUW 3001, DUW 6101) ? Pricing & Availability Price: Ludwig C 175 Years Watchmaking Glashtte: $2,260, Ludwig neomatik 39 C 175 Years Watchmaking Glashtte: $3,800, Ludwig neomatik 41 date C 175 Years Watchmaking Glashtte: $4,200Availability: Available at retailers from mid-July. Limited Edition: 175 examples of each of the three models.?For more, visit NOMOS.