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Thank you claes_t
To précis some web info & add a bit of my own: During the 1970’s Ulysse Nardin used ETA movements as a base.
In the case of the UN 36000 COSC Chronometers, the cal. ETA 2826 was used, and the reworked movement was designated cal. NB 11 QU. It features 25 jewels, a screwless Glucydur balance, a self-compensating flat hairspring, Incabloc shock resistance, and fine regulator adjustment by eccentric screw. The movement also features quickset date (pull / push of crown, like Omega) and hacking functions. According to the Ranfft website, only 1,000 of these movements were produced, & they were placed in a wide variety of case types and styles. The case measures 36mm (excluding crown), and features a nice contrast between the mirror-polished bezel, case sides & bevel and brushed upper lug finish. The screw back is brushed, unlike later versions that had a relief of the classic UN logo.
The star burst brushed dial gives a number of lovely blues under different light. The applied markers and hands both have contrasting white inserts. The UN anchor is also applied. The hands have a pleasing gradual taper. The crown also has a raised anchor with U N letters either side.
This is the only C case blue dial version I’ve seen or can find on the ‘net.
I’m enjoying it a lot, especially with the matching blue Perlon strap - very comfortable too.
Glad you like it too!
Cheers,
Giles.
It is blue today in the UK
nomadgiles,
Indeed, it has been blue today in the UK.
The snow has created a blue tint around us....
But your watch/strap combo looks better for it.
Regards,
MTF
That’s a great watch and beautiful pictures! Is the strap original? [nt]
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Thank you Peevee!
No, it’s a new Perlon strap - not original to the watch or era. I tried a leather strap but the spring bar holes are right at the end of the lugs & I don’t care for big gaps between case & strap - the Perlon is 1 piece so folds under case back.
Cheers, Giles.
Cheers, Giles.
Love it! My blue has a cousin 😉
Looks in great condition too. A recent acquisition for you?
New green ostrich strap on mine:
Cheers
Giles