Ulysse Nardin has long been one of those brands who are willing to push watching into a weird, beautiful territory, and the new explosion Free Wiel Marquetry Silicon Green feels like a natural continuation of that spirit. Limited to only 10 pieces for the US, it is just as much a work of art as a wrist watch. The dial is the first to attract attention, with handy emerald green silicon, arranged in geometric patterns that catch light from all corners. It is a nod to Silicon Valley and to the fact that Silicon, once an experiment in horology, now forms the core of Ulysse Nardin.
Under the shine of the dial is the UN-176 caliber, a movement that looks like it is floating in the housing. The “free wheel” construction means that most mechanics, including the flying Tourbillon, are mounted on the dial and almost defies gravity. It is a complication that lets you stare and try to combine how it all works. But after his presence of the stage, Silicon really earns his keep here. It offers stability, precision and much less maintenance over time. Add the constant-force requirements and a double barrel with seven days of reserve, and it is difficult not to be impressed by the technical control that hides under all flash.
The housing feels like Ulysse Nardin on its most modern, 45 mm white gold formed in sharp, architectural lines, covered by a sapphire crystal with which you can peer inside from almost every corner. Despite its size, it is surprisingly thin at 12.4 mm and it is comfortable on the wrist, more wearable than you would expect. In the end, with only 10 pieces reserved for the US, the Blast Free Wheel Marquetry Silicon Green is destined to be one of those rare watch collectors who talk more about than they actually see.
Source: Ulysses Nardin
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