Ulysse-Nardin - Freak Phantom Limited Edition

Ulysse-Nardin - Freak Phantom Limited Edition NEW

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Ulysse Nardin, the Leader in Timepiece Innovation, Shows its Spirit with the Freak Phantom.

 

The iconic Freak marked a milestone in haute horology in 2001, revealing groundbreaking advancements in technology, design and materials, particularly the use of silicium. The limited-edition Freak Phantom continues the evolution of this notorious family of watches.

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Ulysse Nardin is acclaimed for its thousands of “firsts” in watchmaking, and the launch of the 2001 Freak turned the industry upside down and positioned Ulysse Nardin in a realm all its own. The implementation of silicium was one of the Freak’s hallmarks.

Due to the unconventional design of the Freak’s tourbillon carrousel – one that possessed no traditional dial, crown or hands – and being the first timepiece to successfully present escapement wheels constructed of silicium, the Freak forever changed the course of haute horology. The Freak Phantom pays tribute to the revolutionary Freak by expanding its use of silicium and taking its tourbillon to new heights.

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Covert-like in appearance, the Freak Phantom is a timepiece of true invention. A limited edition of 99, it uses silicium in its patented hairspring (Si 1.1.1.) and throughout the majority of its escapement. The entire movement of the Freak Phantom, including the oscillator, is produced in house and offers a lengthy power reserve of more than eight days.

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Its performance is enhanced through its application of cutting-edge technology in the two ball-bearing systems; the balance-wheel concept and design; and the flying tourbillon that indicates the minutes with a tourbillon carrousel that does one complete rotation around the center in 60 minutes.

The cage of the Freak Phantom is equipped with an arrow indicating the seconds on a transparent half-circle, rotating in one minute on itself, with the zero position holding steady on the axis of the minute indicator. The two specially conceived ball bearing systems enable the “flying” function of the minute movement and of the seconds-indicator tourbillon without the need for a supporting bridge.
 

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Simple and user-friendly, the Freak Phantom can be wound by turning the lower bezel, and the time can be adjusted by turning the upper bezel; while the direct gear link crafted between the three “hands” averts dephasing, or the throwing of hours, minutes and seconds out of step when adjusting or readjusting time.

Complementing its exacting function is its confident style. Boldly masculine, its movement, presented in a shade of black, conveys an identity of silent strength, while its 18-karat rose-gold case reveals optimal elegance. It is a juxtaposition of ingenuity and beauty, carrying on the unexpected character of the Freak collection.

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Technical details

Reference 2086-115
Limited Edition    of 99 pieces

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Vacheron Constantin - Patrimony Traditionnelle 14-Day Tourbillon Limited Edition

VACHERON CONSTANTIN - Patrimony Traditionnelle 14-Day Tourbillon  Limited Edition  NEW

 Collection Excellence Platine  

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Pure, rare and eternal… platinum is the favoured material in the field of Fine Watchmaking.
In  2006,  to  honour  the  intrinsic  alliance  between  pure  mechanical  refinement  and  an inestimably  precious  material,  Vacheron  Constantin  instated  the  Collection  Excellence  Platine, issued in limited series and designed for collectors of exceptional timepieces. In  creating  the  Collection  Excellence  Platine,  Vacheron  Constantin  wished  to  highlight  the  distinctive qualities of platinum, which was discovered in the 18th century by the explorer and  astronomer Antonio de Ulla. It is the noblest of all metals and one that the watchmakers of the Manufacture began using in 1820.

A material that is 95% pure as against 75% for 18-carat gold, platinum is sourced from an extremely limited number of deposits, mainly consisting of magmatic rock complexes. Its density and its weight explain its resistance that is far higher than  that  of  the  other  metals  and  place  it  at  the  very  pinnacle  of  the  materials  used  in watchmaking. It was indeed long regarded as the exclusive preserve of royalty and maharajas.

The imperishable, high-performance properties of platinum make it synonymous with durability and ensure its enduring appeal among an elite circle of connoisseurs and collectors. The  Patrimony  Traditionnelle  14-day  tourbillon  joins  the  ranks  of  the  remarkable  watches singled out to belong within the  Collection Excellence Platine. This exceptional timepiece is the culmination of a technical approach that consists in sublimating the major complication represented by the tourbillon. Vacheron Constantin has long since demonstrated its boldness and its expertise in this demanding field.

The Patrimony Traditionnelle 14-day tourbillon Collection

Excellence Platine is equipped with Calibre 2260, a mechanical hand-wound tourbillon movement supplying an exceptional 14-day power reserve. In addition to the tourbillon coupled with small seconds at 6 o’clock along with slightly off-centred hours and minutes functions, it also features a power-reserve display. A “dragging” or “trailing” hand shows the remaining energy on a 280° sector. This surface area, which is larger than on classic indicators, enables a precise division of the 14 days,  themselves  divided  into  two  12-hour  slices  and  thus  enhancing  the  readability  of  the power reserve.

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To guarantee the 14-day power reserve, Vacheron Constantin Calibre 2260 is equipped with four barrels stacked in pairs, interconnected and discharging simultaneously, yet four times slower than a single barrel.

VACHERON CONSTANTIN - Calibre 2260

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The  architecture  of  the  231-part  Calibre  2260  features  two  large  bridges.  The  movement finishing  and  notably  the  Côtes  de  Genève  motif  find  magnificent  scope  for  expression  in these  generous  dimensions.  The  tourbillon  carriage,  inspired  by  the  Maltese  Cross,  is  a showcase  for  the  exceptional  finishing  of  the  parts  featuring  a  number  of  naturally  and bevelled interior angles. The tourbillon bar along took over 11 hours of hand craftsmanship to round off.

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In addition to the movement, the entire watch now bears the Hallmark of Geneva.  Account is
now  taken  of  the  exterior  elements  of  a  timepiece,  notably  including  those  connecting  the calibre to the case.

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The  Collection  Excellence  Platine  further  affirms  its  unique  nature  in  this  exclusive  model shedding  new  light  on  a  subtle  design  in  which  rigorous  beauty  gives  rise  to  serene  and perfectly  mastered  beauty.  The  aesthetic  codes  of  the  models  that  have  enriched  the Collection Excellence Platine  since 2006 are all there, including the  uncluttered 950 platinum dial  with  a  sandblasted  finish  discreetly  bearing  the  inscription  “PT950”  between  4  and  5 o’clock.

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Secured  by  a  950  platinum  folding  clasp,  the  strap  in  dark  blue  Mississippiensis alligator  leather is graced with a saddle-stitched finish,  hand-sewn with silk and 950 platinum thread lending an ultimate touch of perfection! This model is issued in a 50 -piece individually numbered edition.

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Technical details

Patrimony Traditionnelle 14-Day Tourbillon Collection Excellence Platine
Reference   89000/000P-9843
Timepiece certified by the Hallmark of Geneva
Movement
Calibre 2260, developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin
Mechanical self-winding
29.1 mm (12’’’ ¾) diameter
6.80 mm thick
Approximately 336-hours (14-days) power reserve
2.5Hz (18’000 vibrations/hour)
231 components
31 jewels
Indications 
Hours
Minutes
Small seconds at 6 o’clock on the tourbillon carriage
Tourbillon
14-day power reserve thanks to four barrels coupled in pairs
Case 
Platinum 950
42 mm diameter, 12.22 mm thick
Transparent, sapphire crystal caseback
Water resistance tested at a pressure equivalent to 3 bar (approx. 30 meters)
Dial
 Platinum 950, sand-blasted
« PT 950 » hallmark between 4 and 5 o’clock
Black painted indications
Strap 
Dark blue Mississippiensis alligator leather,
hand-stitched with platinum 950 and silk, saddle-finish, large square scales
Clasp: Folding triple-blade clasp in platinum 950
Polished half Maltese cross-shaped
Edition
Limited edition of 50 pieces individually numbered

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