Ulysse Nardin Alexander the Great Jaquemarts Minute Repeater

Watches that chime time are among the most prized in the world of watchmaking. The quality of an audible watch is often measured in terms of clarity and loudness of the sound. Only the finest brands create audible watches, and they are usually very expensive and produced in a limited run. Lately, Ulysse Nardin, a brand specialized in creating unusual watches, has offered a contemporary new take on the hourstriker watch: the Hourstriker Phantom. The new Hourstriker by Ulysse Nardin is produced in collaboration with the upscale French speaker...

Ulysse Nardin has just announced the beginning of a partnership with a non-profit organization One More Wave, along with the introduction of a stunning new limited edition Diver Deep Dive. One More Wave is a group that provides wounded or disabled veterans with surf therapy. The organization was founded among the U.S. Navy SEALS community, in San Diego, 2015. This certified non-profit group helps veterans through ocean therapy by providing customized surfing equipment and assistance, allowing them to benefit from unique and proven therapeutic e...

Ulysse Nardin introduces “the dangerously designed” Skelexon X Magma, a fiery new timepiece made from a combination of lightweight carbon fiber and red epoxy resin. As its name suggests, the watch has been heavily skeletonized and stripped down to its bare essentials to expose and reveal all of its technical features. The cutting-edge combo of materials makes this watch ultra-light and virtually scratch-resistant. The quite aggressive watch face reveals the “X” formed by four indexes and centered by a rectangle. There are Roman numerals visi...

A couple of months ago, Ulysse Nardin, a brand known for its numerous innovations, unveiled the Freak NeXt. The first Freak model was introduced in 2001 as a completely unique tourbillon with a revolutionary design and the very first watch to use silicon components for the movement. The brand has continued with innovations in the use of silicon technology for watchmaking and now it presents a new technical feat – Freak NeXt. This prototype watch uses flexible silicone blade technology and features a unique new 3D flying oscillator, setting the...

Ulysse Nardin, a Swiss luxury watch brand known for its historical links with the marine world, has unveiled a new Marine Mega Yacht watch at the Miami Yacht Show. The exclusive new timepiece combines some of the most demanding complications, including a flying tourbillon, a tide indicator, and a moon phase indicator. This platinum timepiece measures 44mm in diameter sporting a superb grand feu enamel dial in maritime inspired blue. The dial is adorned with a number of nautical symbols, including the miniature representation of the bows of a...

On the occasion of the 2018 Monaco Yacht Show Ulysse Nardin introduces four new models to its Diver Chronometer collection. The Diver now has a new contemporary appearance, paired with the latest generation movement. It arrives in four distinct variants: the deep blue and all-black permanent editions, and the exclusive Diver Great White and a Monaco Limited Edition. Ulysse Nardin Diver Chronometer is an epitome of functional elegance. This stylish sporty watch is actually a superior diving instrument, designed to withstand up to 300 meters o...

Ulysse Nardin’s Executive collection of contemporary, bold watches, welcomes yet another interesting addition. This time it is the Ulysse Nardin Executive Tourbillon Free Wheel, a watch featuring an upside-down movement. The Maison’s latest invention is announced as it’s most spectacular innovation to date – a completely new movement that looks like it defies gravity. As sort of an exercise in contemporary watchmaking craft, the Executive Tourbillon Free Wheel reveals an exciting airy dial studded with skeletonized components that look like...

In celebration of the 4th of July, America’s Independence Day, the house of Ulysse Nardin introduces a special edition of its Executive Tourbillon. Aptly named “Stars and Stripes,” the new member of the Executive Tourbillon collection is designed in homage to the American flag. The watch is available in a limited edition of 50 pieces worldwide – a nod to 50 white stars depicted on the American flag. The openworked movement of the timepiece that has been stripped of all unnecessary elements, is framed by a blue ceramic bezel painted using mic...

Ulysse Nardin extends its Marine Torpilleur Collection with two contemporary new pieces. A new generation chronometer named after small, fast ships of the past, arrives in two beautiful new editions – a rose gold with black and gold dial; and a Boutique-only version in stainless steel with grey dial. The Marine Torpilleur is a less formal, more contemporary take on Ulysse Nardin’s iconic Marine Chronometer. Even though it is strongly influenced by the Maison’s breakthrough innovations of the 19th century, Marine Torpilleur is actually aimed at...

The opening ceremony of the 71st edition of the Cannes Film Festival was held yesterday at the at Palais des Festivals on the French Riviera. This year, the stars shone even more brightly as the Cannes Film Festival and Ulysse Nardin joined its forces for the annual celebration of the cinema. Especially for this occasion, the famous Swiss watchmaker has unveiled the exclusive new Executive Skeleton Tourbillon Hyperspace inspired by the by the Falcon Millennium piloted by Han Solo and Chewbacca in the legendary Star Wars. The unique new mod...