Dave G
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I can so relate...
Bernard,
Thanks for this post. I can relate to many elements in your notes. I have collected watches for many years, but it was UN that took me down a more passionate route. In the late 90's, I owned just one UN watch --a Marine chronometer, but in In 2001, I saw a new watch called the Freak being advertised, and I was fortunate to procure one of the first deliveries. At that time, it felt pioneering to own one of these marvels, and despite early problems with some of them (yielding the version 1.5 modification) strangely didn't change my view -- it felt like part of the R&D cycle. My piece has never shown any issue and whilst nota daily wearer, gives me joy whenever I put it on.
I met Rolf once when I was living in Kuala Lumpur where you will know he made his home. He and Ludwig were a special force, and their creations a bit unparalleled in my view. It remains my mission to someday find a trilogy set in platinum. I missed the chance a few years ago when I balked at the price, but I regret not taking the leap.
Here is my piece in WG:
Dave
Uniquely Ulysse Nardin will be a part of my life forever, why?
Well. It is the generosity of Rolf and his wife who built me an otherwise quiet, insignificant person into what I enjoy today. I always will be grateful. My total amount of knowledge was 5% of any of the top 10 bloggers and moderators here. After I saved ...
Interesting essay, Bernard. I believe the Freak was an important..
paradigm changer for the industry. Another love it or hate it design, but that was part of Rolf's essence.
Yes. Like Lange, UN must not make a mistake, it was Rolf.
I say this with regret that at Lange, people think of the old man. But having met the original team, which included Greubel, it was Gunther Blumlein. The name Lange is simply family name, but Gunther could have chose Glasshute. Instead, he chose Lange...i...
very nice post, thanks for sharing
your post opens future enthusiasts to seek and appreciate Rolf and his role in UN. That is a great thing in itself. ... continue as you have lots of things that we can also learn from. HAGWE, and thanks again for your post, S
Bernard
Bernard, Thanks for your posting and insights in UN. I met and "know" you from many years back from various GTG in BKK and SG (not sure if you know me) , and know you are a lover of UN. I am NO WHERE near the Freak, but bought an UN in 2006 in Bangkok, fe...
A wonderfully heartfelt post. Thank you. I had the honor and pleasure of
meeting Rolf on several occasions. I can only echo your words of his sincerity and his humbleness. I was touring the UN factory a number of years ago (time is too fleeting to remember when it was - probably more 8 years ago or more). I had an exciting day...
I can so relate...
Bernard, Thanks for this post. I can relate to many elements in your notes. I have collected watches for many years, but it was UN that took me down a more passionate route. In the late 90's, I owned just one UN watch --a Marine chronometer, but in In 200...
And another UN to tickle the senses
For the eyes the ears and the imagination.... The platinum and Onyx version would generally be my preference, but the rose and Lapis Lazuli dial are also special. This is perhaps my most conversation generating piece, especially when the jacquemart starts...
A lovely piece of writing Bernard
Very touching. I certainly think the Freak is a wonder. Especially the way one goes about setting the time and winding the watch.
