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Ulysse Nardin

The Genius of Ulysse Nardin.

 

If I had to sum it in only one picture, it would be with this one:



One innovative and crazy vision, the other being more classical, but not less sophisticated, both expressing a certain idea of Horology, with some accents of Poetry.

I never knew which one I prefer, by the way. To think that I am unable, totally unable to give my preference to one.

One made me dream, the other made me swallow.

Of course, there are more sophisticated, more complicated, more expensive watches at Ulysse Nardin, such as the Minute Repeaters with Jacquemarts ( Forgerons, Jungle, Genghis Kan, Royal Blue Tourbillon, Moonstruck ... ).

But these two, without forgetting the Perpetual Calendar, which is a milestone, or the UN 160, which will be replaced by the Cal 118, if I got it well from my last and very discussion with someone at U.N, are the benchmark of a certain Rolf Schnyder's vision and creativity.

Can't wait to discover the further chapters...

Best,

Nicolas.

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If I wear or can afford any of these two marvels, I think I will be

 
By: KC74 : December 5th, 2011-20:47
prayed upon by my friends for being a true watch collector. Lovely marvels of watch invention of modern times!!!!!

Thanks, KCKL. Patience, my friend.

 
By: amanico : December 5th, 2011-20:50
It took me 5 years to organize myself to get MY Freak.... This is the kind of lovely monster which needs time, and which deserves efforts. Best of luck, KCKL. Nicolas.

Sonata or Freak

 
By: E.S : December 6th, 2011-06:46
Freak or Sonata, I would be very happy owning Sonata someday to complete the story Nicolas, you are very lucky have acquired both, best, Eddy

The perfect pair, for sure, Eddy.

 
By: amanico : December 7th, 2011-14:26
With the Freak, you did the most difficult.... One more effort, my friend. Best, Nicolas.

The picture alone makes the point.

 
By: MichaelC : December 6th, 2011-07:04
Perfect Nicolas. Exploring further, I feel UN is a brand that has always stayed true to their roots and vision, especially under Rolf's leadership. Sure, they have allowed some of the regular models to follow the colors and materials trends set by other b...  

The 160 in aonther great page of UN History...

 
By: amanico : December 7th, 2011-14:28
And I wonder if it is not already part of History, by the way. If I got it well- but Marcus will confirm or infirm-, it seesm that the 160 will be discontinued at the benefit of the 118... Best, my friend, and I do wish the best for you in your quest of t... 

Can t agree more,what a pair!

 
By: moc : December 11th, 2011-01:16
I can t agree more,freak and sonata are the UN benchmark creation. Your pic is amazing Nico,I ve be studying the freak a lot lately and toyed with the idea of start taking that direction,not time yet for an issue that I won t discuss,so I will probably fo... 

The Freak is a bit capricious, but we all know this is tghe price to pay for it.

 
By: amanico : December 11th, 2011-02:21
Mine was three times to the Service Center, one because the movement stopped, a 2d time because the bezel had to bit adjusted a bit tighter, and a last time because the strap broke... While I would have thrown any other watch on the wall, I was much more ... 

Mo mo mo... my friend....

 
By: ArthurSG : December 12th, 2011-07:06
despite my deep state of horofatigue, the Freak is still one that gives joy... seriously and BS aside... I truly do still enjoy it... you think give this some more real serious thought my friend.. or I'll get someone to make you an offer you can;t refuse.... 

Arthur,so..something moves in there ......

 
By: moc : December 13th, 2011-01:13
despite the fatigue,still a heart beats.....we should double team this beast....no horses heads for me anymore,I am reading through the lines my friend....I believe this time next year you will be cured....fully recovered,keep on looking at Nico s pics...... 

Never too late for a

 
By: moc : December 13th, 2011-02:30
double trouble.....will see my friend,will see. Mo

Nico Nico Nico

 
By: ArthurSG : December 12th, 2011-07:08
The Freak is still as fresh, vivid, alive, engaging and absorbing as the day it was launch isn't it...