jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)
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Fantastic review
And great pics! Thanks for the sharing
Cheers
Robin
Some "time" with the Hourstriker...
The Hourstriker from Ulysse Nardin is one of those rarely seen pieces that in my view is a good illustration of the creative energy of the brand. I bought my first UN in the mid-90's in the form of the 38mm Marine model. This was my first exposure to the ...
Excellent review. Describes the watch perfectly. I've totally enjoyed mine over the many years, an earlier model RG with MOP dial.
A funny story about the hourstrikers and the other models with Jacquemarts. I was talking to a watchmaker who has assembled a number of pieces like the Triple Jack. He told me that he\'s been asked if the sound of the striker comes from the little men hit...
Thanks Dave for your informative and interesting post !
The blue dial is so outstanding! The synchronization of the chime and hammer is amazing. Cheers Gordon
" A conversation piece which appeals to the child in me ". A great way to sum this watch.
The Hour Striker is such a romantic and poetic watch. Very Ulysse Nardin. Or... Ulysse Nardin at its best. Thank you so much for your article, my dear Dave. Best, Nicolas