Nomos Glashütte Metro neomatik 41 Update Ref. 1165
Complications / Dress Watch · Nomos Glashütte (Independent). A premium luxury brand known for an 'accessible haute horlogerie' approach and strictly in-house manufacturing.
Period: Modern Bauhaus (Contemporary). This design language is rooted in the 1920s Bauhaus movement but executed with modern minimalism, wire lugs, and a distinct dot-based numerical aesthetic.
Type
Complications / Dress Watch
Brand
Nomos Glashütte (Independent). A premium luxury brand known for an 'accessible haute horlogerie' approach and strictly in-house manufacturing.
Movement
Automatic, in-house Caliber DUW 6101 featuring the Nomos Swing System. It operates at 21,600 vph (3Hz), contains 27 jewels, and offers a 42-hour power reserve.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 40.5mm, Thickness: 9.1mm, Lug-to-lug: 47.5mm, Lug width: 20mm. It wears larger than 41mm due to the lack of a bezel and expansive dial.
Description
The Metro neomatik 41 Update is a masterpiece of German industrial design. Created by Mark Braun, it combines high-end engineering with a playful, modern aesthetic. Its most striking feature is the 'Update' date complication—a unique ring of 31 windows on the dial periphery where two color indicators framing the date. It is remarkably slim for an automatic watch with such a large diameter.
Key Features
The patented Ring Date complication, the 'Metro' wire lugs, the use of the Nomos Swing System (escapement), and the lack of a date window which maintains dial symmetry.
Dial Description
Galvanized white silver-plated dial. It features an outer ring date display (two fluorescent orange markers framing the current day), black oxidised hands, and a small seconds subdial at 6 o'clock with concentric circular graining.
Case Material
Stainless steel (316L) with a fully polished finish. The case features a rounded, bowl-like profile and slim wire-style lugs.
Crystal Type
Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inner side. Excellent condition is visible in the image.
Bezel Details
Fixed integrated bezel; extremely thin and polished, designed to maximize dial visibility.
Crown & Pushers
Stainless steel push-pull crown with a fine knurled texture for grip, signed with the 'NOMOS' logo.
Bracelet or Strap
Two-piece woven textile strap in dark grey (blue-black or light grey variants also exist). It features a customized Nomos winged clasp.
Caseback Details
Exhibition screw-down caseback with a sapphire crystal window, revealing the DUW 6101 caliber with Glashütte ribbing and tempered blue screws.
Movement Type
Automatic, in-house Caliber DUW 6101 featuring the Nomos Swing System. It operates at 21,600 vph (3Hz), contains 27 jewels, and offers a 42-hour power reserve.
Water Resistance
5 ATM (50 meters). Suitable for splashes and light showering, but not recommended for swimming or diving.
Origin & Provenance
Germany. Specifically manufactured in Glashütte, Saxony. The movement is entirely in-house.
Age Estimate
2018–Present. This specific date complication (Update) was introduced for the Metro line in 2018.
Cultural Significance
Nomos is the standard-bearer for the Deutscher Werkbund and Bauhaus traditions in modern watchmaking. The Metro line specifically bridged the gap between sterile minimalism and contemporary youthfulness.
Condition Notes
Excellent condition. The case shows minor surface micro-scratches consistent with light wear. The textile strap shows minimal fraying. Crystal and dial appear flawless.
Value Estimate
MSRP approximately $4,660. Pre-owned market values typically range between $2,800 and $3,500 depending on box/papers.
Care & Maintenance
Service every 5-7 years. The textile strap is durable but sensitive to oils; clean with mild soap and water. Movement is sensitive to strong magnetic fields.
Similar Watches
Junghans Max Bill (more traditional Bauhaus), Rolex Oyster Perpetual (versatile luxury), or the Nomos Tangente Update (more angular/square case).
Interesting Facts
The DUW 6101 movement was specifically designed to be large (35.2mm) to allow the date ring to sit at the far edge of the dial, preventing the 'crosstied' look often seen in smaller movements used in large cases.