amanico
[JLC Moderator]
404208
Finishings from a bygone era. How many USD do you have to put in a watch with a similar level of finishings nowadays.
The origins of the Ulysse Nardin Marine Wristwatches.
The Marine line had a typical look / design, which is clearly inspired by the deck chronometers and pocket watches. For the French Army: Marine Deck Chronometer: For the US Army: Marine Cal 118: Marine 160: More recently, the Torpilleur US Navy: And the M...
The continuity of DNA here is manifest . . .
. . . except for the date on a couple of the recent models which is out of character. Very cool photo review Nicolas. Thank you.
I've always enjoyed the design and visual clarity of UN's deck chronometer design.
My only example is the Marine 1846 from ca. 1997 or so.