Mühle-Glashütte 29er Pointer Date M1-25-32-CB
M1-25-32-CB
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The Mühle-Glashütte 29er Pointer Date on nautic blue canvas is the most maritime configuration of what is already the collection's most distinctive watch. The rare pointer date complication — where a dedicated hand sweeps a full rotation over 31 days, indicating the current date on the light blue rehaut — is matched here with a water-resistant blue canvas strap and pin buckle that complete the nautical colour story from dial to wrist. White dial, light blue rehaut, red seconds hand, nautic blue strap. It looks and feels like a watch designed to be worn on the water, because it was.
What makes the pointer date special is not just its rarity — very few manufacturers offer it at any price, and almost none below €5,000 — but the way it elevates a simple function into something visually captivating. Instead of glancing at a small date window, you read the date from a white hand with a dark blue crescent that references the blue date scale on the rehaut. The hand moves so slowly it appears still, yet it's always pointing precisely where it should be. It's the kind of detail that rewards the wearer who notices how things work.
Inside, the SW 221-1 in the Mühle version — a calibre specifically designed for pointer date complications — features the brand's patented woodpecker neck regulation, Mühle rotor, blued screws, and Glashütte solarisation finishing. The exhibition caseback puts all of this on display. Quick-release spring bars let you swap the canvas strap without tools, making it easy to switch between canvas for water days and a bracelet or leather for drier occasions.
At a Glance
- Brand Mühle-Glashütte
- Collection 29er
- Reference M1-25-32-CB
- Movement SW 221-1, Mühle Version
- Complication Pointer Date (Hand Date)
- Case Size 42.4mm × 12.2mm
- Dial White with Blue Rehaut
- Regulation Patented Woodpecker Neck
- Glass Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal
- Caseback Exhibition (Transparent)
- Water Resistance 10 bar (100m)
- Origin Made in Germany (Glashütte)
Why You'll Love It
- Rare pointer date complication — a dedicated hand sweeps the dial to indicate the date on the blue rehaut, one of the most elegant and uncommon displays in watchmaking
- Nautic blue canvas strap completes the nautical colour story — white dial, blue rehaut, red seconds hand, blue strap — from dial to wrist
- Water-resistant canvas with quick-release spring bars — purpose-built for wet conditions and swap-ready in seconds without tools
- Lighter and more relaxed on the wrist than the bracelet variant — the canvas shifts the character from refined to effortlessly nautical
- Patented woodpecker neck regulation — developed for German maritime rescue operations, ensuring precision under harsh conditions
- Exhibition caseback reveals the SW 221-1 pointer date movement with blued screws, Glashütte solarisation, and the Mühle rotor
Perfect For
- Sailing & boating
- Collectors of rare complications
- Beach & coastal holidays
- Casual summer everyday
- German watchmaking enthusiasts
- Travel companion
- Entry-level luxury automatic
- Birthday gift for him
Key Features
- Pointer date complication — A white hand with dark blue crescent rotates once every 31 days, pointing to the current date on the rehaut. Far more visually engaging than a standard date window and exceptionally rare at this price point
- SW 221-1, Mühle Version — Swiss-made Sellita base calibre designed specifically for pointer date complications, refined in Glashütte with the patented woodpecker neck regulation, Mühle rotor, blued screws, Glashütte solarisation, and perlage finishing
- Patented woodpecker neck regulation — Developed in 2003, the spring's distinctive shape locks the regulator arm both sideways and downward onto the balance cock, delivering superior shock resistance compared to a traditional swan neck regulator
- Nautic blue canvas strap with quick-release spring bars — Water-resistant textile strap with stainless steel pin buckle. The 22mm quick-release bars let you swap to a bracelet, leather, or different canvas colour in seconds without tools
- Anti-reflective sapphire crystal — Scratch-resistant at Mohs 9, with anti-reflective coating for glare-free reading in direct sunlight and at oblique angles
- Exhibition caseback — Transparent window reveals the SW 221-1 movement at work, including the characteristic Mühle finishing and branded rotor
Technical Specifications
| Diameter | 42.4mm |
| Height | 12.2mm |
| Lug-to-Lug | 49.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Material | Stainless Steel (Brushed / Polished) |
| Glass | Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal |
| Caseback | Exhibition (Transparent Window) |
| Crown | Screw-Down |
| Water Resistance | 10 bar (100 metres) |
| Colour | White |
| Rehaut | Light Blue (with Date Scale) |
| Indices | Applied Steel |
| Hands & Markers | Super-LumiNova Coated |
| Seconds Hand | Red |
| Date Hand | White with Dark Blue Crescent |
| Material | Canvas (Water-Resistant) |
| Colour | Nautic Blue |
| Width | 22mm |
| Clasp | Stainless Steel Pin Buckle |
| Spring Bars | Quick-Release |
| Calibre | SW 221-1, Mühle Version |
| Type | Automatic (Self-Winding) |
| Regulation | Patented Woodpecker Neck |
| Rotor | Mühle Custom Rotor |
| Functions | Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Pointer Date |
| Additional | Stop-Second, Quick-Set Date |
| Power Reserve | Up to 41 hours |
| Finishing | Blued Screws, Glashütte Solarisation, Perlage |
The Glashütte Difference
- Glashütte, Saxony — Germany's most storied watchmaking town, home to A. Lange & Söhne, Glashütte Original, NOMOS, and Mühle-Glashütte. Every Mühle watch is assembled, regulated, and tested here
- Six generations, one family — Founded by Robert Mühle in 1869 as a maker of precision measuring instruments for Glashütte's watchmakers. The company survived two World Wars, Soviet-era expropriation, and reunification. Now led by Thilo Mühle, with the sixth generation already on board
- Nautical DNA — Mühle-Glashütte's modern wristwatch era began in 1996 when a shipyard asked them to build dive watches for maintenance crews. The brand still produces marine chronometers and supplies the German Maritime Search and Rescue Service (DGzRS)
- Patented innovation — The woodpecker neck regulation (2003), Mühle three-quarter plate (2008), and proprietary in-house calibres (MU 9408, MU 9411) demonstrate that this is a manufacturer, not merely an assembler
Best Matched With
- White linen shirt
- Navy polo
- Boat shoes
- Tan shorts
- Rolled-up chinos
- Striped Breton tee
- Casual resort wear
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between this (M1-25-32-CB) and the bracelet version (M1-25-32-MB)?
Identical watch — same white dial with blue rehaut, same pointer date complication, same SW 221-1 movement, same case, same exhibition caseback. The only difference is the strap. The CB comes on a nautic blue canvas strap with a pin buckle and quick-release spring bars — lighter, more casual, and purpose-built for water. The MB comes on a stainless steel bracelet with a butterfly clasp — more polished, more substantial on the wrist, and suited to both casual and smarter contexts. The canvas version leans fully into the nautical character. The bracelet version bridges nautical and business. Both are equally swim-ready at 10 bar.
What is a pointer date and why is it special?
A pointer date uses a dedicated hand to indicate the current date on a scale around the dial's rehaut, instead of displaying it through a small window. The hand completes one full rotation every 31 days. It's considered a rare complication because it requires an additional gear train and a specially designed movement module — the SW 221-1, rather than the standard SW 200-1 used in other 29er models. Very few manufacturers offer it at any price, which makes the 29er Pointer Date a genuine standout at its price point.
Can I swap the canvas strap for a metal bracelet or leather?
Yes. The quick-release spring bars allow you to change straps in seconds without any tools. The 22mm lug width is compatible with the Mühle stainless steel bracelet (sold separately on the M1-25-32-MB variant), Mühle black leather strap, grey canvas, and coffee-brown canvas. This gives you the flexibility to dress the Pointer Date up or down depending on the occasion.
What is the woodpecker neck regulation?
Developed and patented by Mühle-Glashütte in 2003, the woodpecker neck regulation is a further evolution of the traditional Glashütte swan neck fine adjustment. Its specially shaped spring locks the regulator arm both sideways against the fine adjustment screw and downward onto the balance cock. This dual-axis pressure prevents the arm from jumping out of position during shocks. Originally developed for the S.A.R. Rescue-Timer used in German maritime rescue, it is now fitted to every Mühle movement.
What's the difference between the Pointer Date, the Day/Date, and the 29er Big?
The Pointer Date (M1-25-32) features a rare sweeping date hand — the most distinctive complication in the 29er range. The Day/Date (M1-25-34) shows both day and date through conventional windows — the most informative layout. The 29er Big (M1-25-33 / M1-25-36 / M1-25-39) is a three-hand watch with a simple date window and a flank protector for added crown protection — the cleanest, most robust option. All share the same case diameter, woodpecker neck regulation, sapphire crystal, and 10 bar water resistance.
Is this watch made in Germany?
Yes. While the base calibre is Swiss-made (Sellita), it is refined, regulated, and finished in Mühle-Glashütte's own manufactory in Glashütte, Saxony. The woodpecker neck regulation, Mühle rotor, Glashütte solarisation, perlage finishing, and blued screws are all applied in-house. The case, dial assembly, and final quality control are performed in Glashütte.
Can I swim with this watch?
Yes. With 10 bar (100 metres) water resistance, a screw-down crown, and a water-resistant canvas strap, the 29er Pointer Date on canvas is arguably the most swim-ready configuration in the collection. The 29er is named after a sailing dinghy — water readiness is fundamental. It is not intended for scuba diving.
How long does the power reserve last?
Up to 41 hours when fully wound. The automatic movement is self-winding through wrist motion. If left unworn for roughly two days, the watch will stop and need to be set again — simply wear it or give the crown a few manual winds to restart.
Is this a good gift?
Exceptional. The pointer date is a genuine conversation starter — the hand that sweeps so slowly it appears still, yet always points precisely to the correct date, is the kind of detail that delights watch lovers and non-collectors alike. Paired with the nautical colour scheme, the water-resistant canvas strap, and the story of a six-generation German watchmaking family, this is a gift with substance that goes well beyond the ordinary. An outstanding choice for birthdays, Father's Day, and milestone celebrations.
Why Buy from City Chain
- Authorised Retailer Official Mühle-Glashütte dealer in Singapore
- 100% Authentic Genuine German-made timepiece
- Manufacturer Warranty Official Mühle-Glashütte warranty
- Strap Adjustment Complimentary sizing in-store
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Dimension:
Ø 42.4 mm, Height 12.2 mm
Function: Pointer date
Case:
Stainless steel
Non-reflective sapphire glass
Back with transparent window
Screw-down crown
Movement:
Automatic
SW 221-1, version Mühle
Woodpecker neck regulation
Second stop
Date quick correction
Dial:
White with blue rehaut
Applied indices
Hour markers and hands covered with Super-LumiNova
Strap:
22 mm
Nautic blue canvas strap with pin buckle
Power Reserve:
Up to 41 hours
Water Resistance:
Waterproof up to 10 bar
For online purchase, you can have bracelet or leather strap adjustments done at any City Chain store. Please bring along your warranty book for the service.
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