Ulysse Nardin

It is a great pleasure for me to present a first preview of a most magnificent and innovative timepiece, the "Moonstruck". Finally, Ulysse Nardin continues its famous tradition of developing and making astronomical wristwatches with that specific genius that is unique to the dream team of Rolf Schnyder and Ludwig Oechslin.

Here comes


Seventeen years after the completion of the historical astronomical "Trilogy of Time" Ulysse Nardin has developed another revolutionary astronomical timepiece with the distinct DNA of Dr. Ludwig Oechslin.

Dr. Ludwig Oechslin’s concept focused on the system of Sun, Earth and Moon, concentrating on the scientifically accurate depiction of the moon phase, and the global influence of lunar and solar gravitation, resulting in the ebb and flow of the tides.

By combining the movement of two rotating discs in one display, the moon phase indication is so precise that more than 100,000 years will have to pass before it shows a full moon rather than a new moon (or vice versa). The Moonstruck simulates the rotation of the Moon around the Earth, as well as the apparent movement of the Sun around the globe. The latter is shown by another disc, rotating once every 24 hours. This permits the determination of the current moon phase in relation to any location in the world.

The Moonstruck also shows the global dynamics of tides that depend upon the gravitational effects of Moon and Sun. This revolutionary mechanical wristwatch illustrates the current tidal status and trend in relation to specific coastlines or oceans. The cumulative influences of the Moon and Sun which result in spring tides are also clearly shown.

The Moonstruck is a practical travel companion. It features a pointer calendar and a quick-setting device to adjust the hour hand forward and backward to any desired time zone by pressing the pushers plus and minus located at 2 and 4 o’clock.

The Moonstruck is a Ulysse Nardin in-house development. The manufacture caliber UN 106 features a silicium escapement and a hairspring made with the latest silicium technique.

The Moonstruck is available in a limited edition of 500 pieces in 18 ct red gold and 500 pieces in platinum.

This message has been edited by Marcus Hanke on 2009-03-16 13:11:20 This message has been edited by Marcus Hanke on 2009-03-16 13:11:36 This message has been edited by Marcus Hanke on 2009-04-10 13:43:18

Now that's what I expected from U.N...

Talentuous, innovative, original, a bit mad...All what I love!

My God!

I'm excited and can't wait to see the full pics of this watch.

May you email me the prices in platinum and RG, please, Marcus?

Best,

Nicolas

... only the first prototypes will be ready for the Basel fair, so I expect the delivery not before the second half of the year. So I have no idea about the prices yet. But if you want, you can set your name on the list ...

Regards,
Marcus

But can't wait to see it, to see whole pics of what I feel to be a pure Beauty...

Then, I will have time to save money to get it.



Best,

Padawan.

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I adore UN Astronomical timepieces
and was wondering why they didn't have "classic" moonpahse
in their line but as it is with UN they are too characteristic to have
simple "common moonphase" complication
This is another marvel of dream team
Thank you for sharing
Eagerly waiting for more pictures
Damian

Thanks for the preview! 

-MW

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I must admit that the 'Trilogy' flew over my head in the Heavens.  All that wandering serpentine dragon spider-y hand stuff lost me.  This is no fault of the excellent author of 'The Trilogy of Time' reference book  

Just my low-brow recalcitrant brain.

Now...lunar phases and tides...something I understand...hurrah!

Regards,

MTF

I unfortunately expect an astronomical MSRP.

ok I cant wait either.......

this looks exquisite


BRING THE PAIN lol



thanks!
Ian

It is so beautiful, htree dimensional, multi layered, and YET..it is not noveau riche bullshit, but a serious piece of art, irregardless of whether I personaly understand or need to know about tides...it is knowing that it is seriously a tool for the mariner, and a a frmaed sculpture, small enough for the wrist or a box of fine wood.

I will buy it.

Can't wait...

To see it.

And to read your further comments on this piece.

I was waiting for so long years to see another exciting UN piece, that now, just can't wait.

Best, my friend.

Nicolas

NT

I had been asked to withhold them until the public opening of the fair:

 

Technical data.

Ref. 1062-113    18 ct Red gold   
Ref. 1069-113    Platinum
Movement    Caliber UN-106 (in-house developed and conceived)
Power-Reserve    Approx. 50 h
Functions    Astronomical watch with perpetual movement. Indication of position of Sun and Moon in relation to Earth. Moon phases. Hours and minutes. Instant time zone adjuster with patented quick setting device.
Winding    Mechanical self-winding with a bi-directional rotor
Dial    Hand painted Earth on Mother of Pearl dial
Diameter    46 mm
Water-resistance    100 m
Crystal    Anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Case-back    Anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Crown    Screw down security crown
Bracelet        Alligator leather strap and folding buckle
Limitation    Limited edition of 500 pieces in red gold and 500 pieces in platinum

NT

... so I have to wait until Monday to shoot my own pictures.

Regards,
Marcus