MichaelC
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Very clever mechanism, Brandon. And a darn good looking dial. Thanks! [nt]
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Yes, it has a great texture. And is said to get darker with age.
The transformation will be enjoyable to witness.
Without question. And it seems so logical and easy, makes we wonder...
Why we don't see such a crown selector employed more.
It could possibly be done. The stem outside the case is the easy part...
Add a twisting ring to select chrono or watch setting. But inside... here is where the UN Madness is needed!
Wow, very cool!
Never seen this model. Love the switching indicator for winding! Enjoy, Brandon
Thanks Henrik. You definitely know a thing or two about nice watches and straps...
And are usually the source for a lot of PuristS keyboard drool!
As beautiful as technical: that is an UN!
I want one, too ! Enjoy this fantastic catch.
Exactly Count, a typical Ulysse Nardin creation.
Blending beauty with technical daring, new technology with old school tradition... and at a very reasonable pricepoint, IMO! We will welcome you to the EdT-MichaelC club
What Do The Letters Mean?
Wow, very nice. What do the T, D & W stand for in the indicator??"
Time, Date, Wind – functions for a fixed crown.
On W, the crown will only wind the mainspring. On D, the crown adjusts the date, and on T, the crown operates just the hands to set the time. Unlike regular watches, the crown doesn’t pull out/push in, to activate the time, date, or winding.
OK, How Do You.......................
OK, thanks, how do you move the hand to the T, D and W? Is that a pusher I see on the crown?
Is there a pusher on the crown that switches between the different modes?
Very cool indeed, I like it!!
Indeed, I just described it above.
Each push of that button shifts the selector to the next letter or function.
P J S has you covered. The button sits inside the turning wheel.
So nothing pulls out... each push of the button at 3:00 moves the selector to the next position. After making any adjustments by rotating the outer wheel, you return it to W and wear the watch. Once on, the buttons on the left side will change the hour ha...
Huge congratulations!
Actually one of the best UN models in my opinion, clean dial, great crown and the strap awesome as well. Best.
I feel it is a very well designed and executed watch. And somewhat unique, quite enjoyable.
Thanks for the warm wishes
Great piece Michael
UN getting a lot of love here recently. I just learnt above that it is a fixed crown, and I am guessing the pusher in the crown selects what it is winding? Not something you see everyday!
Yes, the board has been hopping.
We never lost the pulse here, but at times it is low... now we have things moving again!
Thanks Mitch. The functionality is so impressive.
I am already smitten with not having to pop the crown out for adjustments. Just this morning, the date change to the 1st is so easy. My Glashutte Senator Chronometer spoils me with the accuracy of time adjusting, and I wish all my watches adjusted like th...
That crown complication was first done on the Stranger. The origin of the complication, as told to me, started with Rolf's wife complaining about having to pull the crown to set the time and how it affected her nails.
Don't know if it is true but it is a handy complication. Do really like the watch. Too many funny stories associated with the goofy yellow that I can't possibly separate myself from it or show it any competition.
Finally, the GMT Big Date reached the Marine series ...
... I am surprised it took so long! The result is stunning, though. The sharpness of the print on the enamel dial is wonderful. Marcus
Thanks Marcus. This watch is now in the "Classic" series, but I get your point.
I must admit, the complications on this watch are quite enjoyable to use.
Lovely eccentricity
This post reminds me that this is on my short list - the dial design is perfect and I am a huge fan of the quirkiness and how different it is. It's between this and a Speedmaster '57 Co-axial Chronometer...
Thanks Wolf, and welcome to PPro!
Looking forward to getting to know you on the various boards here. Look around, and have fun
First Post! I have been thinking about this watch
I have been torn between the cream/black layout and the cream/blue. I really like the band on the black model, but the blue looks stunning. Anyone seen both of them? Paul
Welcome Paul! The ingenuity of this watch is outstanding, so choose the one you like more.
The cream dial I chose is a UN Boutique model only, in a limited run of 99 pieces. The boutique I worked with is awesome, if you are in the US and need a location. Keep us posted!
In the most recent catalogue I received ...
... the print on the dial appears to be in blue rather than black. I think I prefer the black, since it offers a sharper contrast. Marcus
Are the cream dial models all gone?
I believe that the cream dial with black hands is a special edition limited to 99 pieces - the white dial with blue hands is a regular model. I really prefer the cream dial/black hands but fear it is unavailable - it's also a little outside of my comfort ...
Yes, the cream and black is limited to 99 pieces.
Not sure if they are sold out yet, but very rare. If you want me to ask the Boutique I bought mine through, and you live in the US, shoot me a PM.