The Bite Magazine - Spring 2019 - Issue 24

Nomos bite watches Nomos height and is extremely thin. Having the date placed tradi- tionally and aesthetically on the edge of the dial, the date ring around the DUW 6101 allows for the greatest degree of freedom. The resulting aesthetic is innovative, highly individual, and harmonious. The new NOMOS date is not only easily legible; depending on the exact model, it is also up to three times larger than standard date windows, mak- ing it much easier to look at the date at first glance. The date can be set quickly and easily in both directions, with only a few turns of the crown needed for any adjust- ment. The NOMOS swing system, in particular, ensures the high precision of the movement. This proprietary es- capement, denoted by its tempered blue balance spring, is accompanied by several watch-making characteristics typ- ical for Glashütte timepieces—such as the three-quarter plate, ribbing polish, and tempered screws. Theo demon- strated how the date mechanismworks in the presentation. At times, it is not advisable to change the date manually, especially when no effect is registered. A special sliding gear controls the movement of the cog wheels. It took eleven trials in the construction process to create. Now neomatik date is the first NOMOS calibre with three crown positions. In the home position, the watch can be wound by hand (if you like); in the second position, the date can be set forwards or backwards quickly; in the third position, you can set the time. It only takes the calibre 30 minutes to change the date, meaning the time frame in which the watch cannot be wound is 90 minutes—in other words, particularly small. The DUW6101 has virtually the same features as the DUW 3001, apart from the bidirectional winding rotor with gold-plated embossing and NOMOS perlage with golden engravings. Slightly larger in size, it has a diameter of 35.2 millimetres and a power reserve of up to 42 hours. This calibre can found in models such as the Tangente Neoma- tik 41 Update, Ludwig, Orion and Autobahn Neomatik 41 Date, and the Club and Tangente Sport Neomatik 42 Date. Theo also demonstrated how this calibre works in the movement. The NOMOS Glashütte tour was a fascinating eye-opener and informative experience that gave you an insight into how watch-making is created. It made us appreciate the process and timescale that goes into each stage of creating a watch from the idea concept to the finished product. https://nomos-glashuette.com/en Glashütte