Nomos Glashütte Lambda 39 Velvet Black Ref. 954

The NOMOS Lambda 39 velvet black 954 was introduced in 2015 as the darker 39mm rose gold version of the Lambda collection. This reference combines an 18k rose gold case with a galvanized ruthenium-plated dial, gold hands, and the large power reserve display characteristic of the Lambda line. It belongs to NOMOS’ Atelier collection and is powered by the manually wound DUW 1001, which uses twin mainspring barrels to provide an 84-hour power reserve. The rose gold case measures 39.0mm in diameter, 9.1mm in height, and 47.9mm from lug to lug. It is fitted with sapphire crystal glass on the front and a sapphire crystal case back. Water resistance is rated at 3 atm, making the watch splash-proof. Compared with the 42mm Lambda models, this version keeps the same movement architecture and dial layout in a smaller precious-metal case. The dial is galvanized and ruthenium-plated, giving the velvet black version a dark metallic surface rather than a conventional black dial. The broad power reserve indicator spans the upper half of the dial, while the small seconds display is positioned at 6 o’clock. Gold hands match the rose gold case and provide a warm contrast against the darker dial. The fine markings and open dial structure keep the display balanced despite the large reserve scale. Inside is the NOMOS DUW 1001, a manually wound Atelier movement with twin mainspring barrels and a power reserve of up to 84 hours. It measures 3.6mm in height and 32.0mm in diameter, with 29 jewels. The movement is visible through the sapphire crystal case back and includes Glashütte-style finishing, including a hand-engraved balance cock. The watch is fitted to a brown cushioned remborde Horween Genuine Shell Cordovan strap with a 20mm lug width.