Bezl meets TimepieceSwede, a collector and enthusiast with a keen eye for contemporary watchmaking. Over lunch in central Stockholm, we talk about one of Nomos’ most intriguing releases: the Club Sport Neomatik Worldtimer Glacier, limited to just 175 pieces. With its icy dial and intuitive functionality, it represents a bold step forward for the brand.
Among the growing range of Nomos watches, the Worldtimer Glacier stands apart. It carries the brand’s minimalist DNA, yet adds a complication and a presence rarely seen from Nomos. Limited, distinctive, and refreshingly modern – at Bezl Magazine, we think it’s a piece that deserves a closer look.
What makes the Worldtimer Glacier special to you?
– I think Nomos has managed to strike a great balance between design and functionality in a slightly tougher package with the new Worldtimer – something I really appreciate. The world-time function is very practical, even though I didn’t get the chance to use it fully since no trips were planned during the period I got to borrow it from Nomos. What stood out immediately, however, was the Glacier edition. The icy blue dial combined with the reddish-brown details makes it without a doubt my favorite among the limited versions.
Limited to just 175 pieces – a rare Nomos
Clean lines, sharp design – a Nomos classic on the wrist.
How did you get the opportunity to try the Worldtimer Glacier, and what did the collaboration with Nomos look like?
— Nomos sent me the watch as part of a collaboration for my Instagram page, @TimepieceSwede. It’s something I’ve done with a few brands before, where I get to live with the watch for a period of time and share my impressions with my followers. I think it’s a great way for collectors to see how a watch actually feels and works in real life, beyond the press images.
Can you describe how the world-time function works in daily use?
– All 24 time zones are displayed on the outer ring of the dial, and with the pusher at 2 o’clock you can easily switch between them. Each press advances the hour hand while the city ring rotates to show the correct local time wherever you are in the world. At 3 o’clock there’s a 24-hour display for a second time zone, with day and night indicated in two colors – in this case red and brown.
How does it feel on the wrist?
– It wears very comfortably, both on the bracelet and on the leather strap I tried during my two weeks with the watch. The diameter is 40 mm, but on the wrist it feels slightly smaller – perhaps due to the case and dial design. Personally, I like watches that don’t feel too intrusive on the wrist, and that’s exactly the impression I got from the new Worldtimer, especially when I wore it on the leather strap.
Secure comfort – the Nomos clasp combines clean design with everyday practicality.
DUW 3202 – Nomos’ third neomatik caliber, fully in-house.
How would you describe the dial?
– The Neomatik Worldtimer has been released in several very attractive versions. Blue and silver are the standard colors, while six additional dial colors have been produced as limited editions of 175 pieces each. The version I got to borrow is called Glacier, featuring an icy blue dial with a red and brown 24-hour display. I’ve previously had the chance to try both the Jungle and the silver versions, but Glacier is by far my favorite. Nomos has done an excellent job with both legibility and design, particularly in the way they’ve worked with contrasts.
What’s important about the movement inside?
– The Neomatik Worldtimer is powered by the DUW 3202 caliber, Nomos’ third in-house neomatik movement. It’s a slim and efficient automatic, decorated in the traditional Glashütte style with three-quarter plate and fine finishing that you can admire through the sapphire back —unmistakably Nomos. The caliber integrates a practical world-time function, where both the city disk and the hour hand can be adjusted at the push of a button, along with a separate 24-hour display. It delivers a power reserve of 42 hours.
How does it compare to other Nomos watches?
– The Neomatik Worldtimer belongs to the Club Sport line and carries the same design language, but with complications that set it apart from the standard Club Sport and Club Sport Date. Nomos also offers a Worldtimer in the Zürich collection, which is more formal in character and less of a tool watch by comparison.
The world-time function is operated with the pusher at 2 o’clock.
40 mm of sporty elegance on steel or leather
Is there something collectors might overlook here?
– I think this is a watch you really need to try on the wrist to fully appreciate – both the design and the comfort are immediately striking. In fact, it impressed me even more in person than I expected, which only adds to its charm.
How versatile is it as a daily watch?
– It’s without a doubt a versatile watch that works just as well with a t-shirt and shirt as it does with a suit – something I experienced firsthand during my two weeks with it on the wrist. The fact that it wears equally well on both the bracelet and a leather strap makes it easy to switch things up and match it to different occasions.
If you had to point out something less positive about the Worldtimer Glacier, what would it be?
– The bracelet is probably where I’d be most critical. It uses pin links, and it doesn’t feel quite on the same level as the watch itself. The case and dial are such a strong statement. But again, in the bigger picture this is a small detail.
Finally – why would you recommend the Worldtimer Glacier?
– I think Nomos has truly struck a fine balance between design, function, and ease of use. As mentioned, it wears comfortably on the wrist and pairs well with almost any outfit, which makes it an excellent choice if you don’t want to bring an entire set of watches when traveling.
Thank you, TimepieceSwede, for your time and for sharing your expertise on this model.
Glashütte craftsmanship, modern spirit – that’s Nomos.
Lastly
I don’t have the experience of wearing a Nomos daily, but I’ve had the chance to try several of them on the wrist over the years – and they always wear beautifully. For the price and what you actually get, it’s no surprise that Nomos took the industry by storm around 2014–2015, when they introduced their first in-house escapement, the Swing System. That milestone was a turning point, proving that Nomos wasn’t just another design-driven brand but a true manufacture, which quickly made collectors and critics take notice worldwide.
What I truly admire about Nomos is their design language. I’m one of those collectors and enthusiasts who always goes straight to the dial, and my personal favorite within the Nomos family remains the Bauhaus-inspired Metro. I love how the power reserve indicator takes up so much visual space in such a minimalist form, without ever feeling intrusive.
The Glacier Blue Worldtimer is a real hit. I had the chance to briefly try it during my meeting with TimepieceSwede and, just as he pointed out in our conversation, it wears incredibly well on the wrist. The dial is stunning – shifting in shades depending on the light. Well done, and congratulations to Nomos on creating such a fantastic watch.