A STORY OF TIME AND PRECISION TIMEKEEPING – The Star Online

A NAME with a legacy in prestigious timekeeping, Ulysse Nardin has launched a collection for free-minded adventurers.

Its new squadron of seven new exquisite Marine Torpilleur models each showcase the brands 175 years of haute horlogerie savoir-faire and techniques and was launched for the Geneva Watch Days this year.

The maverick mentality of Ulysse Nardin is perfectly encapsulated in the Marine Torpilleur, which also features the philosophy of excellence and quest for precision still embraced by the Swiss watch manufacturer in Le Locle and la Chaux-de-Fonds to this day.

The entire flotilla of Ulysse Nardin Marine Torpilleur precision instruments bears the codes of historical marine chronometers, such as the fluted bezel, roman numerals and the double counter. Each model is equipped with a silicium escapement, with the legacy and code of the brands history represented in its own distinctive look and design.

Set with an alligator leather strap, the precision timepieces are all compatible with the R-strap, made from recycled fishing nets.

Every distinctive timepiece is ready to accompany each modern Ulysses on the high seas of their unique voyages through lifes adventures:

Marine Torpilleur Panda 42mm

This model, of which only a limited edition of 300 pieces have been made, promises uncompromising precision and unparalleled elegance. One of the most striking new models, the Marine Torpilleur Panda model is nicknamed for its resemblance to a panda bears face the first time this design has been used by the manufacturer.

This model which has two small dark blue dials within the dial (one contains the power reserve indicator and one houses the second hand and date) is a unique design at Ulysse Nardin and offers a choice of brown or blue leather alligator strap, metal bracelet, a rubber strap or a R-strap.

Marine Torpilleur Moonphase 42mm

There are also only 300 pieces made of this limited edition model and each comes with either a blue or white dial.

Ulysse Nardin has been producing watches with moonphases since the end of the 19th century.

The moonphase is at the heart of every astronomical instrument, which is apt as the phases of the moon control the tides, hence navigation.

Marine Torpilleur Blue Enamel 42mm

This model boasts a magnificent Ulysse Nardin blue in-house enameled dial.

Made in limited edition of only 175 pieces, this model is the icon of the collection and boasts a magnificent Ulysse Nardin blue in-house enameled dial (Grand Feu technique).

Enameling is a delicate art, and Ulysse Nardin masters this mtier dart like no other, including the technique of Grand Feu enamel and cloisonn, in which a design is created by filling in a wire outline with coloured enamels.

Marine Torpilleur Annual Chronograph 44mm

This collection, of which there are only 300 pieces, would tug at the hearts of all grand connoisseurs of horology.

First produced from 1936 to 1980, the 2021 version includes a varnished white or a matte blue dial and the UN-153 manufacture movement an evolution of the earlier UN-150 movement.

The white dial is adorned with silvered, small counters and the annual calendar sits at 9 oclock just above the signature, verifying that Ulysse Nardin has been the leader in chronometry since 1846.

An invention by Ludwig Oechslin, the annual calendar system employed in the perpetual caliber model of 1996 has been improved.

All settings are adjustable both forward and backward by using the crown, making it easy to set time and date.

Marine Torpilleur Tourbillon Grand Feu 42mm

Ulysse Nardin endlessly develops new rotating cages and adds to the long list of accomplishments in its quest for ultimate precision with the tourbillon.

This limited edition model of only 175 pieces in rose gold features an open sapphire case back completed by a fluted bezel.

The caliber UN-128 constant, manufacture and automatic movement operates the flying tourbillon another forte of the Marine Torpilleur.

This patented UN Constant Escapement Tourbillon won the Tourbillon Watch Prize at the annual 2015 GPHG (Grand Prix dHorlogerie de Genve) award ceremony and is one of the special features of this stellar model, which with the 208 components and 36 jewels housed inside the magnificent casing makes its wearer memorable.

Ulysse Nardin is the pioneering manufacturer inspired by the sea and a pioneer in cutting-edge technologies and the use of innovative materials.

Ulysse Nardin is one of the few manufacturers with the in-house expertise to produce its own high-precision components and movements. Its exceptional level of horological excellence has earned it a spot in the exclusive circle of Swiss watchmaking the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie.

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