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Thanks a lot for this, Nico!
Mar 15, 2017,03:39 AM
The Sonata has been and firmly remains on my wishlist for some years down the line. As for preference, it would be a close call between the first two generations and the current Classic in steel. Would need to see them side by side live to make a more informed choice. But definitely not easy
On the other hand it means that the new design will likely be a commercial success for UN
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SIHH 2017: Ulysse Nardin Classic Sonata.
By: amanico : March 15th, 2017-01:29
Since 2003 and the unveil of the first Sonata till this year, this model saw some strong evolutions. Let's keep in mind some dates: - 2003, unveil of the first Sonata, which was- and still is- a revolutionary alarm watch, as it displays a quite unique com...
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on that new Sonata, iadxb.
By: amanico : March 15th, 2017-04:26
We were used to see the Sonata as an extravagant watch, maybe we need a bit of time to get used to this cleaner design? As for the straight anchor, I guess it is a design thing. I didn't pay attention to that, it seems to be a new thing from this year. Ea...
Thanks a lot for this, Nico!
By: KMII : March 15th, 2017-03:39
The Sonata has been and firmly remains on my wishlist for some years down the line. As for preference, it would be a close call between the first two generations and the current Classic in steel. Would need to see them side by side live to make a more inf...
My problem is my 'favorite' is a mix between a few models
By: ZeroHour : March 15th, 2017-05:25
I love the mini series, but I doubt I will ever see one. My next choice would be the original with solid back. I don't care for the look of the rotor although I am sure that the sound of the cathedral gong will make my choices even harder. See my dilemma?...
The first Sonata in a landslide.
By: M4 : March 15th, 2017-06:13
Not that the others are bad. To the contrary, they are all interesting in their own way. But the first one just has that certain appeal to my eye. The one detail that should be a permanent element of all Sonatas is the shape of the hour / minute hands. I ...
Too safe perhaps? For saleability? ..
By: Echi : March 15th, 2017-07:36
Of course, like the first Freak, i also prefer the first Sonata. That "madness" that you mentioned. That\'s the spirit that I prefer as it matches also the spirit of its innovation, which I might describe also as "fearless". Thanks for sharing! Echi
The first is always the original.
By: aris d : March 15th, 2017-07:41
This is true to most cases and the Sonata is one of them. I feel that with every new release, it looses its uniqueness. Aris
The first and second generation are my favourites...
By: jmpTT : March 15th, 2017-09:59
The original\'s dial is interesting and fresh, even today. Not sure if the Streamline and Classics will age as well, but they definitely haven\'t topped the original. It\'s a not really a fine line between overly conservative and gigantic monstrosity, yet...
The white dialed steel Classic Sonata unveiled this year?
By: amanico : March 15th, 2017-13:58
The Classic Sonata is 5% bigger than the first and second generation ( 44 / 42 mm ). Let's bet on a 20% heavier case in gold. So, I'd say that in white gold, it is a bit above 100 grams. 110 / 120? The steel should be around 95 / 100 grams. Best, Nicolas