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With a tradition going back to 1846, Ulysse Nardin nearly became a victim of the Swiss watch industry's large crisis in the 80s. Saved from bankruptcy by the businessman Rolf Schnyder, the company began its steep rise straight into the zenith of modern horology.

Today, Ulysse Nardin is dedicated to innovation: No other watch company has filed so many patents with so few employees. Success is the just reward, with company rolls now at over 100 employees and growing! Besides innovation, however, Ulysse Nardin does not stop presenting us classical watchmaking craftsmanship at the highest levels.

This forum should serve for the discussion of Ulysse Nardin's history, present and future, and for the exchange of information at a level worthy to the PuristS' principles of quality.

Other principles of our community are politeness, objectivity, and the lack of commercial interests. Therefore we ask for your understanding that all price, service, and dealer discussions should be done by private e-mail, not here in the forum.

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These are the best of times, and the worst of times...(long version) View entire thread - ThomasM on Dec 4, 2006, 1:24 AM

Okay, friends, here's the short version - - ThomasM on Dec 4, 2006, 1:25 AM

All forum visitors, please read: View entire thread - ThomasM on Dec 3, 2006, 4:37 PM

One more shot for the day... View entire thread - Dave G on Dec 3, 2006, 6:18 AM

Another WOW!!!! - Stephen and Sandra on Dec 3, 2006, 9:08 AM

What a classy watch! - amanico on Dec 3, 2006, 9:45 AM

Like that one a lot Dave... - MichaelC on Dec 3, 2006, 12:19 PM

Not quite a pair...but close View entire thread - Dave G on Dec 3, 2006, 6:16 AM

tough call, but i agree with your choice - larryccf on Dec 3, 2006, 8:33 AM

Just like before one word WOW!!!!! - Stephen and Sandra on Dec 3, 2006, 8:59 AM

Does someone here know how many FREAK I))) View entire thread - amanico on Dec 3, 2006, 4:17 AM

Something different on a Sunday Morning View entire thread - Dave G on Dec 3, 2006, 1:40 AM

When I see these pics))) - amanico on Dec 3, 2006, 3:41 AM

Still have the set and... - Dave G on Dec 3, 2006, 5:45 AM

VOICELESS!))) - amanico on Dec 3, 2006, 9:42 AM

A few more shots - Dave G on Dec 3, 2006, 6:11 AM

One word: WOW!!!! - Stephen and Sandra on Dec 3, 2006, 8:56 AM

Two highly prominent UN wearers ... View entire thread - Marcus Hanke on Nov 30, 2006, 3:43 PM

Cool.... - Stephen and Sandra on Nov 30, 2006, 7:23 PM

seeking Watch information View entire thread - Luis on Nov 30, 2006, 7:45 AM

All I can say now is ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 30, 2006, 8:59 AM

Freakish Questions View entire thread - Samuel Lock on Nov 30, 2006, 6:12 AM

The FREAK IS BACK!)))) View entire thread - amanico on Nov 30, 2006, 5:07 AM

Now thats a real mans watch! a collectors - Anonymous on Nov 30, 2006, 5:35 AM

Congratulations on its return! (nt) - Ronald Held on Nov 30, 2006, 6:15 AM

That is a beauty... - MichaelC on Nov 30, 2006, 8:16 AM

Congrats on getting it back.... - Stephen and Sandra on Nov 30, 2006, 7:21 PM

Thanks to all of ou for))) - amanico on Dec 1, 2006, 6:32 AM

Read the Robb Report ... View entire thread - Marcus Hanke on Nov 29, 2006, 1:39 AM

Some new macro shots View entire thread - Stephen and Sandra on Nov 27, 2006, 6:49 PM

Great pics!! ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 29, 2006, 1:38 AM

Thanks Marcus!!!!!!! nt - Stephen and Sandra on Nov 29, 2006, 5:30 PM

god that shot of the Blue Surf makes me regret - larryccf on Nov 29, 2006, 10:35 PM

Thanks and...... - Stephen and Sandra on Nov 30, 2006, 7:18 PM

Huuummmmmm,this Blue Wave! - amanico on Nov 30, 2006, 11:33 PM

2 queries View entire thread - dabt on Nov 26, 2006, 8:35 AM

Replies ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 27, 2006, 2:29 AM

Thanks - dabt on Nov 27, 2006, 8:27 AM

Is the Freak I still available from ADs? View entire thread - Samuel Lock on Nov 26, 2006, 1:40 AM

Sold out at authorised dealers AFAIK. NT - SJX on Nov 26, 2006, 3:11 AM

The sun was out.... View entire thread - Stephen and Sandra on Nov 25, 2006, 4:51 PM

Cool combo. - MichaelC on Nov 26, 2006, 8:13 AM

Looks great!! I will steal your picture for the gallery, if you don't mind (nt) - Marcus Hanke on Nov 27, 2006, 2:03 AM

Regarding the pager ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 27, 2006, 2:07 AM

pagers are hardly used at all in the usa now - Anonymous on Nov 27, 2006, 4:15 AM

Sorry for the error. So life in the US is NOT as shown in TV shows?? ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 27, 2006, 9:09 AM

nope but there are a few brothers smokin the peace - Anonymous on Nov 27, 2006, 12:30 PM

Most everyone I work with carries one..... - Stephen and Sandra on Nov 27, 2006, 6:41 PM

Please be our guest and help your self (nt) - Stephen and Sandra on Nov 27, 2006, 6:37 PM

Does anyone know if the Acqua Perpetual (ss) has or will soon be discontinued?? View entire thread - Ken on Nov 23, 2006, 5:46 PM

Unfortunately yes ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 24, 2006, 4:11 AM

Unfortunately yes ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 24, 2006, 5:02 AM

According to my source, it is still being produced - Tim Jackson on Nov 24, 2006, 10:01 AM

Thank you Tim and Marcus - ken on Nov 25, 2006, 6:40 AM

Good question ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 25, 2006, 8:17 AM

It is still on the current price list... - Tim Jackson on Nov 25, 2006, 11:12 AM

Yes, it is ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 27, 2006, 3:26 AM

Bracelet interchangeability View entire thread - larryccf on Nov 23, 2006, 7:45 AM

forgot to post pix - larryccf on Nov 23, 2006, 7:56 AM

Don't think they can be interchanged ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 23, 2006, 8:18 AM

You know, I don't mind you using my picture here... - MichaelC on Nov 23, 2006, 8:51 AM

when i was emailed "your" photo, i didn't know whose - larryccf on Nov 23, 2006, 10:58 AM

It is just a common courtesy among collectors Larry... - MichaelC on Nov 23, 2006, 11:11 AM

I understand the common courtesy part, but as i - larryccf on Nov 23, 2006, 12:51 PM

WOW...BOXING GLOVES ARE ON!!! - Anonymous on Nov 23, 2006, 5:55 PM

First, second .... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 24, 2006, 7:05 AM

sometime back someone posted a question re the Blue Wav View entire thread - larryccf on Nov 22, 2006, 9:58 PM

Very interesting, and difficult to answer ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 23, 2006, 8:09 AM

i thought the same, about UV and atmospheric contaminants - larryccf on Nov 23, 2006, 2:46 PM

Two new friends (well, one kind of old)... View entire thread - MichaelC on Nov 20, 2006, 5:58 PM

And the Ship's Chronometer up and running... - MichaelC on Nov 21, 2006, 9:27 PM

Congrats, a great acquisition... - Tim Jackson on Nov 22, 2006, 7:18 AM

Thanks Tim... - MichaelC on Nov 23, 2006, 8:33 AM

Wow! A highly interesting comment! Your affinity towards UN watches ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 24, 2006, 7:23 AM

Thanks Marcus, - Tim Jackson on Nov 24, 2006, 10:08 AM

My sincere congratulations, especially regarding the ship's chronometer ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 24, 2006, 7:19 AM

A big "yes" to the second part... - MichaelC on Nov 24, 2006, 8:32 AM

Advice needed on Michelangelo Lady View entire thread - Alan Tan on Nov 19, 2006, 7:00 PM

Could be the winding mechanism ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 20, 2006, 1:51 PM

Thanks - Alan Tan on Nov 20, 2006, 5:30 PM

One more thing - Anonymous on Nov 26, 2006, 9:42 PM

A question for Marcus or Bernard View entire thread - Michael on Nov 16, 2006, 4:56 PM

So you mean 25k per watch? Or all five together? ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 17, 2006, 6:31 AM

yes marcus 25,000 per watch approx. usa dollars - Michael on Nov 17, 2006, 6:48 AM

My list, or better: considerations .... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 18, 2006, 9:42 AM

Marcus, your insights, detail, and time - Michael on Nov 18, 2006, 4:48 PM

VERY interesting.... - bernardcheong on Nov 17, 2006, 4:22 PM

thanks Bernard for your time! nt - Michael on Nov 17, 2006, 4:29 PM

Three... - bernardcheong on Nov 20, 2006, 12:43 AM

Im surprised ... - georgeho on Nov 20, 2006, 5:36 AM

The white gold 160 is 28.8k... - MichaelC on Nov 20, 2006, 6:13 AM

That must be List Px ? - georgeho on Nov 20, 2006, 6:58 AM

Agreed. For the record >>> - MichaelC on Nov 20, 2006, 8:04 AM

Mine too ! Just bought.... - georgeho on Nov 21, 2006, 8:31 AM

It's the FIRST automatic movement carrying a direct drive escapement - bernardcheong on Nov 22, 2006, 12:24 AM

Are you sure? Isn't it INdirect? ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 24, 2006, 7:08 AM

You are right! But, please, next time ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 23, 2006, 8:03 AM

I apologise..... - georgeho on Nov 23, 2006, 9:37 AM

Correct, the 160 may well be above 25k. - bernardcheong on Nov 20, 2006, 4:09 PM

any pics of the 160 wg and rose gold next to each - Anonymous on Nov 21, 2006, 1:39 PM

Question re crown on GMT Perpetual View entire thread - Enthusiast on Nov 16, 2006, 10:39 AM

At least the round cases do not have a screwed crown - nt - Marcus Hanke on Nov 16, 2006, 10:47 AM

Marcus, just a gentle request>>> View entire thread - timerider on Nov 16, 2006, 9:09 AM

Can I avoid replying to that question for a week or two? .... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 16, 2006, 10:49 AM

Sorry, I did not want to disturb you, just anxious>>> - timerider on Nov 16, 2006, 4:37 PM

Anyone seen (or own) a Macho Palladium yet? View entire thread - Blake on Nov 14, 2006, 12:20 PM

All I can offer are these pictures ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 14, 2006, 12:40 PM

These are from UN's site - Enthusiast on Nov 15, 2006, 12:51 PM

We had these in our News Central section already since a while, although ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 15, 2006, 3:14 PM

I don't have one but... - bernardcheong on Nov 17, 2006, 4:27 PM

Re: I don't have one but... - Anonymous on Nov 18, 2006, 1:28 PM

Macho Palladium 95 - Nathaniel on Nov 18, 2006, 7:32 PM

Re: Macho Palladium 95 - Nathaniel on Nov 18, 2006, 7:46 PM

Re: Macho Palladium 95 - Blake on Nov 20, 2006, 6:53 AM

I saw it in July/August - Thomas on Nov 19, 2006, 10:50 AM

Two snaps at the recent UN Dinner in Singapore... View entire thread - HarryTan on Nov 13, 2006, 10:12 AM

It would be nice if you add something about UN to the ten brands - Charles... on Nov 13, 2006, 9:41 PM

Hi Charles, actually I have published some ... - HarryTan on Nov 14, 2006, 4:26 AM

A few more portraits taken that night... - HarryTan on Nov 14, 2006, 4:31 AM

Wow..is Natalia single?? - jeffrey on Nov 14, 2006, 4:54 AM

You are in luck. nt - bernardcheong on Nov 15, 2006, 3:31 PM

in luck? i have better chance of winning lottery - jeffrey on Nov 16, 2006, 4:11 PM

Nice portraits…. - Casey on Nov 16, 2006, 8:44 PM

Thanks Casey! :-) - HarryTan on Nov 20, 2006, 12:40 AM

Your opinion about Watch Winders View entire thread - Yves on Nov 13, 2006, 10:04 AM

I used to think........ - JC on Nov 13, 2006, 3:43 PM

I use them only for complicated watches - MrkK on Nov 14, 2006, 4:34 PM

Ulysse-Nardin dinner report by Tay Kok Choon View entire thread - SJX on Nov 11, 2006, 8:29 PM

Part I - Introduction - SJX on Nov 11, 2006, 8:33 PM

Part II - The 160th Anniversary Watches - SJX on Nov 11, 2006, 8:35 PM

Part III - The Cocktail Reception and the Dinner - SJX on Nov 11, 2006, 8:36 PM

Part IV - A Special Gift from Bernard to Rolf - SJX on Nov 11, 2006, 8:37 PM

Part V - Some Special Watches on Display - SJX on Nov 11, 2006, 8:38 PM

I really curious about the bear ;-) - jokoh on Nov 12, 2006, 7:31 PM

Speaking of bears, and animals..look at this UN dial! - bernardcheong on Nov 12, 2006, 10:14 PM

Thanks for digging out from oblivion this piece of art! - nt - Marcus Hanke on Nov 14, 2006, 10:06 AM

Fanatstic! Thanks for sharing with us... - MichaelC on Nov 11, 2006, 10:56 PM

Absolutely fantastic pictures, and a great report,thanks! ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 12, 2006, 6:14 AM

Thanks for sharing ! - JP on Nov 12, 2006, 12:42 PM

THANK YOU for the coverage and posts. KC!!! - bernardcheong on Nov 12, 2006, 7:27 PM

NORMAL PEOPLE??? Don't understate, you are a celebrity!! - nt - Marcus Hanke on Nov 13, 2006, 2:20 AM

In my country, they will call me a male "tai tai", the only benefit is... - bernardcheong on Nov 13, 2006, 4:19 PM

Thanks for all of the pictures. Bernard, you are not "ordinary". (nt) - Ronald Held on Nov 13, 2006, 4:56 AM

Trust me Ronald, I am very down to earth. - bernardcheong on Nov 13, 2006, 4:25 PM

Perhaps you are a horological star, Bernard? (nt) - Ronald Held on Nov 14, 2006, 5:57 AM

UN AD in Miami area???? View entire thread - Ernesto on Nov 10, 2006, 4:04 PM

UN AD's - Dale on Nov 11, 2006, 6:42 AM

North miami beach - Anonymous on Nov 20, 2006, 8:55 PM

Question re GMT Perpetual LE View entire thread - Enthusiast on Nov 10, 2006, 9:26 AM

dials for GMT Perp. LE - Tim Jackson on Nov 10, 2006, 5:07 PM

Thank you! - Enthusiast on Nov 10, 2006, 6:23 PM

Initial rough, but clear pics of a production Calibre 160, my personal watch. View entire thread - bernardcheong on Nov 10, 2006, 2:06 AM

Bernard, why prefer this watch over a Freak I or Freak II? (nt) - Ronald Held on Nov 10, 2006, 2:52 AM

Hi Ronald..this watch is the first ever direct/indirect drive watch with hands. - bernardcheong on Nov 11, 2006, 4:22 PM

Congrats Bernard, the 160 looks great but I bet it feels even better on the wrist :-)... - mkt32 on Nov 10, 2006, 4:59 AM

The luminous dots are placed at 90 degrees to the dial. - bernardcheong on Nov 11, 2006, 4:24 PM

Stunning looking watch.... - Russell996 on Nov 10, 2006, 5:02 AM

I did not expect a particular number. - bernardcheong on Nov 11, 2006, 4:26 PM

No Palladium coating of the white gold, AFAIK ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 10, 2006, 5:42 AM

Well, it is really the first piece to come out. - bernardcheong on Nov 11, 2006, 4:28 PM

I knew it >>> - MichaelC on Nov 10, 2006, 6:35 AM

I am amazed myself. - bernardcheong on Nov 11, 2006, 4:30 PM

Would love to learn more about the escapement - a pet love of mine - Andrew H on Nov 10, 2006, 3:58 PM

The escapement is as you know a derivative from the mighty Freak - bernardcheong on Nov 11, 2006, 4:33 PM

I wish it has more luck than the Wankel engine, though ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 12, 2006, 5:53 AM

Truly a most appropriate comment - bernardcheong on Nov 12, 2006, 7:36 PM

One could state, the Ro 80 was the (four-wheeled) "Freak" of its time ... - Marcus Hanke on Nov 13, 2006, 2:44 AM

Yes...most accurate and exactly my sentiments! nt - bernardcheong on Nov 13, 2006, 4:27 PM

awesome, congrats and thanks! (nt) - ei8htohms on Nov 10, 2006, 7:59 PM

The same feeling of owning a piece of history. Priceless. - bernardcheong on Nov 11, 2006, 4:35 PM

Thanks Bernard and congrats on the new watch! NT - SJX on Nov 11, 2006, 7:02 PM

I already have more positive feelings about its reception from the public at large. - bernardcheong on Nov 12, 2006, 7:39 PM

Bernard, the watch looks great on you .... - KokChoon on Nov 13, 2006, 5:55 PM

Any chance of a shot on the wrist? - Blake on Nov 15, 2006, 8:36 AM

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