Ulysse Nardin Baselworld 2014 Predictions

amanico · 2014-02-25T00:17:57Z

Explore Ulysse Nardin s Baselworld 2014 predictions, including the Dual Time Manufacture, Perpetual Calendar, and Horse enamel dial. Community discusses new complications and caliber UN-118.

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Amanico sets the stage for Baselworld 2014, inviting the community to speculate on Ulysse Nardin's upcoming releases. He highlights already revealed models like the Dual Time Manufacture, the new Perpetual Calendar, and the 'Horse' enamel dial, while also sharing his personal hopes and dreams for new complications.

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We already know three watches from the 2014 collection: The Dual Time Manufacture, which was posted by Marcus a few weeks ago, and the new Perpetual Calendar revealed to us by Foversta, in December 2013, as well as the " Horse ", which is the new enamel offer.

The Horse:

The New Perpetual Calendar: I will soon post a review on this one.

The Dual Time Manufacture:

Now, what can we expect?

Tough question, when it comes to Ulysse Nardin watches, as they have an unlimited imagination.

My guess is that we may have some slight evolutions on some existing models. another tune, maybe a musical Watch in white gold, with another tune than The Stranger, even if I doubt that U.N can release it immediately. A case in white gold, it is easy, but another tune, that is a totally different music, if I may say.

I would love to see a new Astronomical Watch, to say all.

In the category of Dreams, I would madly love to see a Chrono Monpusher, as those they made in the late 90ies.

After a crazy 2013 millesime, I still want to be amazed and surprised.

What about you?

Looking forward to reading your wishes and expectations,

Best.

Nicolas

This message has been edited by amanico on 2014-02-25 01:36:18

Key Points from the Discussion

The new Perpetual Manufacture is highly anticipated, with its hands, dial, and case design receiving praise. The sheer volume of new manufacture movements released by Ulysse Nardin in previous years suggests a focus on existing calibers rather than entirely new complications for 2014.
There's a strong desire to see more models incorporating the UN-118 caliber, particularly a Marine Chronometer in a 43mm stainless steel case with Roman numerals and a blue dial, indicating a preference for in-house movements over ETA.
A new Marine Diver with the Caliber 118 and a new Marine Diver Chronograph with an in-house movement are expected. There's also a wish for a new, sporty perpetual calendar in steel or ceramic, similar to the old Diver Perpetual but with a bolder design.
While appreciating enamel dials, some collectors are not fans of the specific imagery depicted on certain models. There's a wish for a new 'Freak Manufacture' in a smaller 40-42mm size, potentially with an enamel dial.
The expansion of Ulysse Nardin's enamel dials is welcomed, with the reasoning that it strengthens UN's niche market position by utilizing Donzé Cadran's production capacity.
The Tourbillon Manufacture did not fully impress one collector, who found the tourbillon wheel and cage small and the skeleton bridges leaving too much empty space, despite acknowledging it as a beautiful watch.

The Discussion

Ronald Held

Feb 25, 2014

I would want to see a new Astronomical watch. (nt)

amanico

Feb 25, 2014

+1, or a deep evolution! [nt]

MichaelC

Feb 25, 2014

I'm smitten with the new Perpetual Manufacture

The hands, dial, case... even the name! Can't wait for your report on this one. As for new models at Baselworld 2014... it might be unlikely to see completely new complications, as UN has really gone to bat here these past years. I think last year they released 5 new Manufacture movement pieces? That is incredible. I would not be surprised to see the caliber 118 utilized in a new Diver type watch. That would be a logical progression to me. Maybe a new blue dial Freak Cruiser? Could be a bit earl

GLau

Feb 25, 2014

Yes Nico, a new astronomical watch (that I can understand) will be great, plus ...

... more watches with enamel dials exhibiting different themes (from Donzé Cadran) As a side note, Donzé apparently is the firm that is making the enamel Pegasus dials for Vulcain for the Year of the Horse. From press photos, the dials look pretty good .

amanico

Feb 25, 2014

You are not afraid to see so many different enamel dials? [nt]

GLau

Feb 26, 2014

my response to: "You are not afraid to see so many different enamel dials?"

Hi Nico, No, I am not afraid of an expansion of UN enamel dials. Reason is that I rather have Donzé uses its production capacity to produce enamel dials for UN than other brands. This way UN can become even stronger in this niche market. Gordon