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skytick · 9 October 2019, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by jag32

Ulysse Nardin is a wonderful manufacture of haute horology. I am absolutely in love with their Marine Maxi Chronometer line and just recently pulled the trigger on one and am happy I did. Ulysse Nardin doesn’t follow conventional wisdom and their design language is a bit more overtly opulent than other maisons, and perhaps why they are the number one watch of choice of Russian oligarchs! I love UN and will never sell mine.

It looks really nice, I wouldn't mind getting one of these.

benlee · 9 October 2019, 10:08 PM

I have always secretly wanted a Freak

PJ S · 9 October 2019, 10:36 PM

^
What is it that has stopped you from making it a reality?

Chrislec · 10 October 2019, 12:32 AM

I have always been amazed by the quality of the finishing a Nardin. It's JLC level, and not far from Patek.

Some design details, however, have too much resemblance with other brands, like the grip of the Marine Torpilleur collection, which actually looks like a Breitling navitimer's bezel grip (and doesn't even turn! ) or the angled bezel of the GMT which, along with the thickness of the watch, really looks like a Panerai. Small resemblance which denotes a lack of thought-through case design effort, or a lack of particular character. A shame when so much effort had been put on the all the rest already.

There are exceptions, like the Freak which looks so unique.... mostly from the dial/movement aspect, because the rest of the case looks like an average swatch on steroid........

Their dials, hands, movement designs are exquisite. But their cases....it looks to me that their case design team hasn't found yet their way to express the true character of the Nardin brand.
And it's a pitty because these watches are so amazing, so special, so unique (not all of them).

It's only my opinion, but I'm looking at them closely. I like them a lot.

sulttaani · 10 October 2019, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by benlee

I have always secretly wanted a Freak

I got this Freak X a little while ago and I like it a lot.

maverick. · 12 October 2019, 06:33 AM

tried on this freak x and i must say this is a very interesting piece!

Michael1968 · 19 December 2022, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by denmanproject

I was looking for something off the beaten path and came across their newest diver, the fit & finish is next level stuff for sure, truly a high end piece in every respect

Very happy with it

Great photo. Lovely UN

DJH1977 · 19 December 2022, 10:58 PM

They make some amazing watches, of course. I think that their design language resonates with certain people more than others. As in art, there are some widely loved artists / composers, and there are some that are a bit more niche (but no less remarkable). At least that is how I view it. I would try to not let mass appeal or lack thereof weigh too heavily if I were considering such a remarkable piece. Best of luck whatever you decide! Addendum: I just realized this was a resurrected post. Assume the OP has decided by now.

Toproll85 · 21 December 2022, 08:16 PM

Very innovative brand, with impressive mechanical achievements. Totally underrated for this.

On the other hand, it allows good prices. I flashed on the Freak X carbonium, and I had a good offer.
I do not regret. This is one of my favorite watches from the collection.
Not the watch seen and reviewed, that every man owns (don't worry, I also have Rolexes, not a negative comment, it's exclusive I mean).

Apart from the rest, it has its effect on those who know but also those who know nothing about it. Very impressive. A UFO on the wrist !
Impossible to get tired of it.

CNY · 21 December 2022, 11:11 PM

Awesome watches, but a bit too loud for my taste. If you like it- get it.

joewang1988 · 22 December 2022, 12:05 AM

Not good for value retention but if you like it, then who cares! Only one I like is the Freak if I were to purchase one

btwistround · 25 December 2022, 08:25 AM

was going to start a thread if there is any love for the freak x. but found this.

my life just got harder

beshannon · 25 December 2022, 11:42 PM

They do not sing to me

Ichiran · 26 December 2022, 12:12 AM

I'm in love with their Classico 40mm cloisonné enamel line. I read that those enameling was done in-house. Hopefully 1 day...

Ulysse-Nardin-Classico-Schooner-America-Cloisonne-enamel-dial-2.jpg

djnick · 26 December 2022, 07:16 AM

Love my freak X. Very underrated brand

FrankNYC · 27 December 2022, 01:49 AM

Jeff Bezos' main watch is a UN... there are one or two pieces I thought about picking up; there seems to be some good deals on the secondary market

MILGAUSS88 · 27 December 2022, 05:31 AM

More complications than any other brand.
But several of them you scratch your head and ask why?

I assume the finish isn't as refined, when you can buy there tourbillion for $20-25k.

Having said that, I have only seen a handful in person, mostly vintage.

Russell996 · 27 December 2022, 06:00 AM

Great brand with some absolutely amazing complications - I encourage everyone to read about the Trilogy of Time pieces.

Owned many over the years but have now consolidated to three pieces.

MattyL147 · 13 July 2024, 08:48 PM

Resurrecting a dead thread. I used to own a UN Maxi Marine Chronometer - that watch was stolen and I was devastated at the time.

Fast forward 15 years or so and I just picked up a Freak X Ti and I’m absolutely obsessed!

UN doesn’t have the same cache as other brands but I think they make great pieces. Also great value.

I picked up my Freak for almost 50% under MSRP. What a buy!!

I love my Rolexes, etc, but something about my latest pickup makes me very happy! Super unique, looks great, and wears great. Was concerned about 43mm being too large, but wears more like a 41mm.

usmc_k9_vet · 14 July 2024, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by MattyL147

Resurrecting a dead thread. I used to own a UN Maxi Marine Chronometer - that watch was stolen and I was devastated at the time.

Fast forward 15 years or so and I just picked up a Freak X Ti and I’m absolutely obsessed!

UN doesn’t have the same cache as other brands but I think they make great pieces. Also great value.

I picked up my Freak for almost 50% under MSRP. What a buy!!

I love my Rolexes, etc, but something about my latest pickup makes me very happy! Super unique, looks great, and wears great. Was concerned about 43mm being too large, but wears more like a 41mm.

Super cool. Congrats. Got any pics of it yet?

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MattyL147 · 14 July 2024, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by usmc_k9_vet

Super cool. Congrats. Got any pics of it yet?

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Here’s ya go…such a cool piece!

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Ghost410 · 15 July 2024, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattyL147

Resurrecting a dead thread. I used to own a UN Maxi Marine Chronometer - that watch was stolen and I was devastated at the time.

Fast forward 15 years or so and I just picked up a Freak X Ti and I’m absolutely obsessed!

UN doesn’t have the same cache as other brands but I think they make great pieces. Also great value.

I picked up my Freak for almost 50% under MSRP. What a buy!!

I love my Rolexes, etc, but something about my latest pickup makes me very happy! Super unique, looks great, and wears great. Was concerned about 43mm being too large, but wears more like a 41mm.

I’m assuming this is used for a discount like that? Either way amazing grab! I love those

MattyL147 · 15 July 2024, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Ghost410

I’m assuming this is used for a discount like that? Either way amazing grab! I love those

It’s a 2022; looks brand new. Definite slider. No stickers, but in perfect shape - but yes; pre-owned.

9 October 2019, 10:08 PM	#32
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,873	I have always secretly wanted a Freak __________________ Follow me on Instagram : benlee789

21 December 2022, 08:16 PM	#39
Toproll85 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Switzerland Posts: 434	Very innovative brand, with impressive mechanical achievements. Totally underrated for this. On the other hand, it allows good prices. I flashed on the Freak X carbonium, and I had a good offer. I do not regret. This is one of my favorite watches from the collection. Not the watch seen and reviewed, that every man owns (don't worry, I also have Rolexes, not a negative comment, it's exclusive I mean). Apart from the rest, it has its effect on those who know but also those who know nothing about it. Very impressive. A UFO on the wrist ! Impossible to get tired of it. __________________ 116500LN ¦ 116610LV ¦ 126505 ¦ 126515LN ¦ 126655 ¦ 126600 ¦ 126710BLNR ¦ 126715CHNR ¦ 226570 ¦ 226659 Grönefeld 1941 RCF ¦ H. Moser Heritage Dual Time ¦ JLC Q1308470 ¦ L&S 1815 Up/Down ¦ L&S Zeitwerk Date ¦ UN Freak X carbonium

25 December 2022, 11:42 PM	#43
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	They do not sing to me __________________ Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

9 October 2019, 10:36 PM	#33
PJ S Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: UK Posts: 3,990	^ What is it that has stopped you from making it a reality?

10 October 2019, 12:32 AM	#34
Chrislec "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Shanghai Watch: 16610 Posts: 206	I have always been amazed by the quality of the finishing a Nardin. It's JLC level, and not far from Patek. Some design details, however, have too much resemblance with other brands, like the grip of the Marine Torpilleur collection, which actually looks like a Breitling navitimer's bezel grip (and doesn't even turn! ) or the angled bezel of the GMT which, along with the thickness of the watch, really looks like a Panerai. Small resemblance which denotes a lack of thought-through case design effort, or a lack of particular character. A shame when so much effort had been put on the all the rest already. There are exceptions, like the Freak which looks so unique.... mostly from the dial/movement aspect, because the rest of the case looks like an average swatch on steroid........ Their dials, hands, movement designs are exquisite. But their cases....it looks to me that their case design team hasn't found yet their way to express the true character of the Nardin brand. And it's a pitty because these watches are so amazing, so special, so unique (not all of them). It's only my opinion, but I'm looking at them closely. I like them a lot.

19 December 2022, 10:58 PM	#38
DJH1977 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: USA Posts: 417	They make some amazing watches, of course. I think that their design language resonates with certain people more than others. As in art, there are some widely loved artists / composers, and there are some that are a bit more niche (but no less remarkable). At least that is how I view it. I would try to not let mass appeal or lack thereof weigh too heavily if I were considering such a remarkable piece. Best of luck whatever you decide! Addendum: I just realized this was a resurrected post. Assume the OP has decided by now.

21 December 2022, 11:11 PM	#40
CNY "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Earth Watch: Lange Posts: 145	Awesome watches, but a bit too loud for my taste. If you like it- get it.

22 December 2022, 12:05 AM	#41
joewang1988 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2021 Real Name: Joe Location: orange county Posts: 62	Not good for value retention but if you like it, then who cares! Only one I like is the Freak if I were to purchase one

25 December 2022, 08:25 AM	#42
btwistround "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Liverpool Posts: 114	was going to start a thread if there is any love for the freak x. but found this. my life just got harder

26 December 2022, 12:12 AM	#44
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Dotonbori Watch: Mostly blue dials Posts: 7,813	I'm in love with their Classico 40mm cloisonné enamel line. I read that those enameling was done in-house. Hopefully 1 day... Ulysse-Nardin-Classico-Schooner-America-Cloisonne-enamel-dial-2.jpg

26 December 2022, 07:16 AM	#45
djnick "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 168	Love my freak X. Very underrated brand

27 December 2022, 01:49 AM	#46
FrankNYC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Watch: SubC & Red;JLC RDM Posts: 1,040	Jeff Bezos' main watch is a UN... there are one or two pieces I thought about picking up; there seems to be some good deals on the secondary market

27 December 2022, 05:31 AM	#47
MILGAUSS88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: mississippi river Posts: 3,029	More complications than any other brand. But several of them you scratch your head and ask why? I assume the finish isn't as refined, when you can buy there tourbillion for $20-25k. Having said that, I have only seen a handful in person, mostly vintage.

27 December 2022, 06:00 AM	#48
Russell996 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: UK Posts: 4,198	Great brand with some absolutely amazing complications - I encourage everyone to read about the Trilogy of Time pieces. Owned many over the years but have now consolidated to three pieces.

13 July 2024, 08:48 PM	#49
MattyL147 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: USA Posts: 1,196	Resurrecting a dead thread. I used to own a UN Maxi Marine Chronometer - that watch was stolen and I was devastated at the time. Fast forward 15 years or so and I just picked up a Freak X Ti and I’m absolutely obsessed! UN doesn’t have the same cache as other brands but I think they make great pieces. Also great value. I picked up my Freak for almost 50% under MSRP. What a buy!! I love my Rolexes, etc, but something about my latest pickup makes me very happy! Super unique, looks great, and wears great. Was concerned about 43mm being too large, but wears more like a 41mm.

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