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Ulysse Nardin Freak [X Gold Enamel]

 

Form and function: art along with technology collide in the new Freak X Gold Enamel from Ulysse Nardin

In the latest Freak X, the art of enamelling runs beyond the dial on the components of the iconic flying carrière movement.

If you think of Ulysse Nardin, you almost certainly think of the Freak. Presented in 2001, this see revolutionized the brand and the sector. It was a technological wave. It was the first to use si in the escapement (now utilised by almost every watchmaker), and its style did away with the classic dial, hands and top.

Ulysse Nardin is undoubtedly a leader in advancement, but you might be surprised to find out that it is also an expert throughout craftsmanship. Since its inception, Ulysse Nardin has incorporated the ability of enamel into its designs. Right now, the Freak X Platinum Enamel luxury replica watches properly combines these two artistic models.

Enamel: A lot more Pretty

Enameling is amongst the world’s oldest art kinds, dating back to around the thirteenth century BC. However , the idea wasn’t until the 17th hundred years AD that watchmakers did start to adopt the craft. From the watchmaking world, enamelling appeared to be used to create dials, originally in simple solid colorings (usually white, cream and sometimes black), before evolving straight into bolder hues and detailed patterns.

Launched in the mid-19th century, Ulysse Nardin initially focused on the roll-out of marine chronometers. Its competence was focused on technical success that enabled it to offer exceptional accuracy far above other nautical instruments almost daily. However , in these mechanical instruments, form and function have always been vital. replica Zenith Defy Extreme Diver Shadow

“For more than a hundred years, we have been leading the way in maritime timekeeping for navies worldwide, ” explains Jean-Christophe Sabatier, Chief Product Officer in Ulysse Nardin. “Enamel watch dials have always been an essential part of all these instruments, as they are not afflicted by temperature changes, humidity or maybe UV rays. ”

However , preserving the actual ancient craft of enamelling was not the brand’s goal. It was the legendary Rolf Schnyder (former CEO associated with Ulysse Nardin) who genuinely doubled down on the brand’s use of the art form.

“Rolf Schnyder was focused on reinventing Ulysse Nardin being a haute horlogerie manufacturer, ” confirms Sabatier. “He planned to revisit skills and identifier faire that were on the fence of being lost, from blending and astrological complications for you to high-end crafts like enamelling. That’s when we began cooperating with Donzé Cadrans, the older enamelling house. ” replica Jacob & Co. Astronomia dragon

Beyond the switch: enamelling in the movement

In 2011, Ulysse Nardin grabbed Donzé Cadrans. While many seldom consider enamelling to be the primary focus of the brand, the brand has used the particular art form in countless products over the years, from the delicate kinds of the occasionally anachronistic Classico collection to more sensible applications like the Marine Torpilleur collection.

Today, we have the brand’s most current interpretation of the art form, the modern Freak [X Gold Enamel] watch. This kind of limited edition watch usually takes the iconic Freak X design and style (an evolution of the first Freak to make it more comfort, easier to wear and with a regular crown) and adds a enameled hour disc in which showcases the craftsmanship regarding enamelling, combining guilloché using transparent enamel.

Applying enamel to an crucial part of the movement itself (i. e. a functional and transferring mechanical part) rather than a normal static dial is no indicate feat. replica urwerk ur 200

“To incorporate enameled, we faced three issues, ” explains Sabatier. “Weight, to ensure that the movement ingredients could function properly; dimensions, to ensure that the watch remained moderately thick; and tolerances, while firing the enamel from high temperatures could cause the call to deform. ”


As a result, the Maison chose 22K rose gold (917 gold and 83 bronze) for the disc, due to its fantastic thermal stability.

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