Ulysse Nardin

Ulysse Nardin Diver 42 Automatic Three-Hander

Dec 19, 2018 by Evgueni Matoussevitch 1557 views

Designed for a person who thought that Ulysse Nardin's earlier Diver Chronometer 44 was too pricey, too big, and too cluttered for a diver (or, perhaps, for a person who is happy with the watch and wanted to augment their collection with a simpler version of the watch,) the new Ulysse Nardin Diver 42 automatic three-hander offers a beautiful, clean exterior, superior build quality, and a mechanism that, alas, is a bit too simple for the price that the Swiss watchmaker asks for this thing.

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Ulysse Nardin Dual Time UN-334 Manufacture (Ref. 3346-126)

Mar 27, 2014 by Evgueni Matoussevitch 4244 views

This new dressy Ulysse Nardin Dual Time Manufacture radically differs from previous iterations. The difference, of course, is not limited to just styling of its case and dial: while its numerous predecessors were equipped with Caliber UN-24, which is basically an inexpensive ETA 2892-A2 movement with an add-on module, this particular timekeeper that was presented at Baselworld 2014 trade show is equipped with their own UN-334 Manufacture mechanism. As the name implies, the movement is crafted solely in-house.

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Ulysse Nardin Black Toro Perpetual Calendar + GMT

Sep 25, 2013 by Evgueni Matoussevitch 3073 views

With its new Ulysse Nardin Black Toro Perpetual Calendar + GMT automatic timekeeper, the Swiss watchmaking house expands its "Toro" line of ultra-luxury sporty watches with a model that features a very appealing combination of matte and glossy black of its dial and strap with polished rose gold body. While not breaking any design records (and not sporting ultra-high-tech features like their earlier Ulysse Nardin Sonata Silicium Limited Edition men's watch,) this luxury timekeeper is certainly worth a closer look.

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2013 Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver (Ref. 266-33-8C/922)

Jul 08, 2013 by Evgueni Matoussevitch 2254 views

Expanding the bizarre collection of "fashion divers", the 2013 Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver (Ref. 266-33-8C/922) watch offers a nice combo of 18-carat rose gold with elements of its chunky body and solid bracelet crafted from black rubber and glossy black ceramic respectively. While clearly not a tool watch, the timekeeper is nevertheless equipped with a COSC-certified chronometer movement and features a water resistance rating that makes it suitable at least for recreational diving.

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Ulysse Nardin Sonata Streamline in Titanium (ref. 675-00)

Oct 31, 2012 by Evgueni Matoussevitch 2317 views

Preserving its functionality and general layout, the new Ulysse Nardin Sonata Streamline (ref. 675-00) alarm watch features a slightly upgraded automatic movement and an absolutely stunning -though some may call it kitschy- exterior appearance with the satin-finished titanium accented with a glossy ceramic bezel and polished rose gold crowns and push-pieces. Yet, to many of us the most interesting part of this watch is not the color scheme or the combination of materials, but the gorgeous -both in its complexity and finish- Caliber UN-67 self-movement that the Swiss-based brand designed and manufactured at their own production facilities.

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Ulysse Nardin Marine Diver Monaco Limited Edition

Oct 26, 2012 by Evgueni Matoussevitch 2505 views

Okay, here goes yet another limited edition version of the sporty UN Marine Diver. It is the fourth year in a row that the Swiss watchmaking brand sponsors the annual Monaco Yacht Show and this new Ulysse Nardin Marine Diver Monaco (ref. 263-98LE-3C_MON) automatic timekeeper was issued specifically to celebrate this fact, which is only just considering that the watch looks like the best candidate for a nice trip on a newly bought vessel.

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Ulysse Nardin Black Sea Chronograph Automatic Diver

Jun 05, 2012 by Evgueni Matoussevitch 3047 views

UN's Black Sea line of black rubber-clad watches has recently been updated with a model that features a self-winding chronograph function. Rather predictably called Ulysse Nardin Black Sea Chronograph Automatic (ref. 353-92-3C), the new diving watch is supplied in the same gargantuan body as the last year's Ulysse Nardin Marine Diver Black Sea (Ref. 263-92-3C) model, but features a different, a lot more legible combination of colors.

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Ulysse Nardin Marine Chronometer Manufacture Automatic

Mar 15, 2012 by Evgueni Matoussevitch 2091 views

As most of you probably know, the Swiss watchmaking brand Ulysse Nardin has a long history of making precise and reliable marine chronometers that were used by literally thousands of European navigators. The legacy is still very noticeable when it comes to design of their maritime-inspired wrist watches and the new Ulysse Nardin Marine Chronometer Manufacture automatic watch is no exception here. Featuring all the necessary design cues of a maritime chronometer (including a notched bezel,) the watch nevertheless looks elegant enough to be worn with a formal suit, even despite its oversized case.