Watches and Wonders 2022: A review on the new Ulysse Nardin Freak S.
Aaah, the Freak... Here we are facing an Horological UFO which was born in 2001, a real stroke of genius from Ulysse Nardin, a watch which was and still is unique in its kind. The original Freak on its way to meet the " S " Sister: Frankly speaking, I con...
absolutely stunning
would love to see in person to get better grasp of how it wear in terms of size. Also not a huge fan of the strap, would have preferred a rubber or kevlar alternative as it feels more appropriate for a futuristic piece like tihs... the aventurine dial loo...
Excellent review Nicolas, very informative and as always, a pleasure to read!
Next time we meet, I would love to see your Freak, it seems fascinating! Best, E.
What a stunning movement!
UN has been developing innovative silicium movements for the Freaks and I have always read with eagerness the new innovations they have for each iteration. Am somewhat underwhelmed by this newest release as the double balance wheel seems like an exercise ...
The movement is absolutely unbelievable! And the watch as such has a very appropriate name: it's a Freak!
Very interesting to read - thank's for posting!
I have to take exception....
I would but then I am counter bias...on the winding mechanism/Freak X. By your own definitions, all Freaks without a pillar through the front crystal should equally be disqualified. Me thinks you have a chip on the shoulder with the X and will damn a very...
What an awesome review!….
To read a review as detailed as this from beginning to end knowing full well I will probably never own a freak or even handle one tells me how much I love watches😁😉 I am a great fan of the Freak plus I like UN’s ambassador shark. The only thing perhaps I ...
A stunning and freakishly beautiful FREAK of a watch!
I agree on the limitations of the piece. The fact that it's so limited and the price is so high, is a bother. Furthermore, I imagine they will create similar versions with other tweaks (different case materials or colors) in future limited editions or may...
Wow this must be a marvel to see in action…
Any more details of how the automatic winding works?
Supremely impressive,
as you, I've always loved them with great intensity! I pretty much agree on every point you care to emphasize in your review, including the 'disadvantages' related to number of units, price and material choice.... Regardless, another hugely worthwhile ent...
Indeed, I consider the Freak as a milestone in Horology. When some brands claim to be pioneers in the silicon technology, others, like Ulysse Nardin started as soon as 2001 in this field.
And when I say others... I should have used the singular, not the plural... Best, my friend. Nicolas
Fantastic review
I would be surprised if this one will not be done in platinum or any other further metal/material. Sounds like good news ... but it will be fewer in numbers and ... more expensive 😉. However, in RG it looks pretty timeless!
I can fully understand your desire to see this in an alternative skin.
And in tantalum with a platinum bezel perhaps, this timepiece would be a fitting tribute to the granddaddy of twenty first century watchmaking.
nice wrap up
thank you on those details. I admired the Freak exhibition at w&w - although it is not my personal taste, it is a very cool design
Absolutely stunning!
Reminds me of an opulent spacecraft! The finely crafted and unique detail within every aspect of the mechanism. Stunning!!!
Visually and technically stunning
But quite overdone for my tastes. Thanks for the report my Friend.