NOMOS Glashütte is updating its Ahoi Neomatick 38 line with two new editions destined for summertime. The timepieces are presented in either a blue dial a reference to the clear skies, or a sand-coloured dial, to you guessed it, represent sandy beaches!
The Ahoi Neomatik line first made its appearance back in 2013, with the first models being produced in white and Atlantic blue. The models back then were made in a 38.5mm case size, the ideal size for dress watches. The Ahoi Neomatick is also easily recognisable for its large hour indices, which are a mixture of Arabic numerals and baton-style markers. Another stand-out feature of this model is the constant second’s indicator at 6 o’clock.
All of this has of course been retained in these latest versions of the Ahoi Neomatik 38 Date. These two new versions are made as the ideal companion for holiday, all-year round. Both Sky and Sand editions come in a 38.5mm stainless steel case with bipartite stainless steel back and a crown guard. What’s impressive about the case is that it’s only 10mm thick, and considering the impressive movement sitting inside this is quite an achievement. A smaller case size also means a less bulky watch and a comfortable fit overall.
The dial colours have a softened tone overall as they are a matte finish for both the sky blue and sand editions. Although the colours aren’t exactly indicative of real sand and sky colours they guide the viewer’s imagination to their ideal holiday destination. The watch also has a high water resistance of 200m, which falls into the dive watch category, however, doesn’t carry the full characteristics of a dive watch as it comes without the bezel. These Ahoi Neomatick 38 Date are designed to be all-rounders, timepieces you can wear to the boardroom, on holiday or going diving.
While both variants have the same finish on the dial, the sand-coloured dial closely depicts sand texture, which does give it a more aesthetic look. Both variants come with a large date window at 3 o’clock, with the movement allowing the date to be set forward or back. There is also plenty of luminescent on the dial, with the hour and minute hands coated in SuperLumi-Nova along with small rectangular indications for the hour indices on the minute track being coated with the material too.
The movement sitting inside these latest editions is the brand’s innovative DUW6101 automatic calibre. The movement carries quite a few features such as the brand’s proprietary escapement, NOMOS Swing system and the patented date mechanism with its quick function. The movement operates at a frequency of 21,600 VpH and is able to put out a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. The DUW6101 movement isn’t new to Ahoi Neomatik, as it has been around for a while, but that doesn’t lessen how impressive it is!
Both editions come with an open case back which reveals the DUW6101 movement and its beautiful finishing, along with the skeletonised rotor. The case back also features NOMOS iconic whale sign at the top (12 o’clock position on dial). The whale sign is a quick indication that this timepiece is rated to 200m and is safe for diving.
Completing the sport look of the timepiece is the choice of strap offered by NOMOS Glashütte. Both versions come standard with a woven textile strap, with the sand edition featuring a dark grey colour and the sky version coming with a blue-black colour. These textile straps have been tailor-made for NOMOS Glashütte in France and provide a very comfortable fit, perfect for holidaying on summery shores!
These new NOMOS Glashütte summer editions are certainly great value for money as it’s a fun aesthetic diving watch with an impressive movement backing it. The open case back is also a bonus and the overall finishing on the timepiece makes it a great contender for the sub-6k price bracket. The NOMOS Glashütte Ahoi Neomatik 38 Date Sky and Sand can be purchased through the brand’s retail stores or through their e-commerce, however, there is a shipping time of approximately 2 months.
Reference: 516 (Sky Edition)
Specification
- Case: 38.5mm
- Case Material: Stainless Steel
- Dial: Sky blue, hour indexes with white superluminova
- Crystal: Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating inside and out
- Water resistance: 200m (20 bar)
- Movement: Automatic DUW6101
- Power reserve: Approx. 42 hours
- Strap: Textile strap blue-black, woven, waterproof, lug width 20 mm
Availability: July 2023, through NOMOS Glashütte E-Commerce or Retailers
Australian Recommended Retail Pricing: 6,310 AUD
Reference: 517 (Sand Edition)
Specification
- Case: 38.5mm
- Case Material: Stainless Steel
- Dial: Sand coloured, hour indexes with white superluminova
- Crystal: Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating inside and out
- Water resistance: 200m (20 bar)
- Movement: Automatic DUW6101
- Power reserve: Approx. 42 hours
- Strap: Textile strap dark grey, woven, waterproof, lug width 20 mm
