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Vintage Ulysse Nardin Chronograph Valjoux 22 Authenticity

klscomo · 2014-05-16T09:20:25Z

Is this vintage Ulysse Nardin chronograph with Valjoux 22 movement authentic? Collectors debate its originality and value. Get expert insights before buying.

By klscomo · May 16, 2014 · 4 replies

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Klscomo seeks community insight on a vintage Ulysse Nardin chronograph, specifically questioning its authenticity and market value. This post highlights the challenges and due diligence required when acquiring vintage timepieces, especially those with less documented history.

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Hi all, very interested in acquiring this watch but no little about Ulysse Nardins or this particular ref. Does anyone have some insight into the authenticity of this timepiece and/or the history behind the brand and this ref in particular? Also, have no idea what it is worth, so any insight into that department would be amazing. Getting antsy and want to pull the trigger, but know I need to do the due diligence first. Thanks for you help in advance! (and let me know if I should post this elsewhere, as I am new to the site and clueless). Cheers.

This message has been edited by AnthonyTsai on 2014-05-19 16:57:58

Key Points from the Discussion

A contributor expresses doubt about the authenticity of the movement, noting that the chronograph bridge engraving appears to be a later addition and the overall finish does not match the expected quality of Ulysse Nardin movements from that era.
Another expert confirms the watch's authenticity but notes its poor condition, estimating its value between $500-$700 and advising the original poster to seek a better example.
The same expert warns about the prevalence of fake watches from South America, emphasizing the need for expertise when evaluating pieces from that region.
One reply briefly states that the watch 'looks all good,' offering a contrasting opinion on its authenticity.

The Discussion

amanico

May 18, 2014

Looks all good to me. Sorry for the delay! [nt]

Marcus Hanke

May 29, 2014

I am not sure ...

... it appears to me that the chronograph bridge has been engraved with the manufacturer name later, maybe it was added later altogether. Considering that, generally, UN chronograph movements had a very good finish at that time, this movement just does not look right in my eyes. Marcus

itt

Jun 11, 2014

Chrono

Its real... its had a hard life... its probably worth about $ 5 - 700. I suggest you look for a better example even if it costs a bit more. Be careful of anything from South America... a lot of fake stuff there... but some mega stuff too... you just need to know what your looking at.

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