Marcus Hanke
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Since deck watches and marine chronometers were stored in a horizontal position aboard ...
... a tourbillon would never have made a sense. But in this case, it adds to the fascination.
Marcus
Ulysse Nardin Marine Grand Deck White Gold, Platinum and Rose Gold. Some thoughts.
A family picture of the Marine Grand Deck, which first came in white gold, in 2016, then in platinum and rose gold. All these versions are limited to 18 pieces. The Grand Deck pays an homage to the marine universe, obviously: The dial is hand crafted wood...
One of my favorite UNs.
I've had the RG GD on my wrist and it is gorgeous. But like you, I prefer the white metals. Pt would be my choice. The movement is over-the-top cool. The GD is a dream watch for sure, right up there with the Freak Cruiser and WG Sonata. Thanks for posting...
This timepiece is perhaps the most astounding I have ever tried on
I saw it earlier this year in Bermuda with M4. I have some poor camera phone photos through plastic. It is a horological monster, I fell in love with it. If I could ever own it in any metal, I would, without hesitation. ...
The WG with blue minute band..
As the blue would remind me of the ocean. Wondering though what part the tourb plays in the overall theme. Are they historically part of deck watches? Thanks for sharing! Echi
Since deck watches and marine chronometers were stored in a horizontal position aboard ...
... a tourbillon would never have made a sense. But in this case, it adds to the fascination. Marcus
The "cover lid" atop the tourbillon axle is a signatory feature of Christophe Claret ....
... Normally, as on the Royal Blue et al, this role is played by a large faceted jewel, but here I really prefer the enamel anchor piece. Marcus