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Jan 16, 2019,03:51 AM
 

Although I own the standard version of the UN perpetual, I am still contemplating adding a Marine Perpetual for everyday use.
The link you quote above is outdated in that only Part 2 is still accessible. I have reposted the full review here in the forum only recently:
www.watchprosite.com
On my piece, too, the trick to halt the running second by means of backward pressure on the crown did not work until it returned from factory service. Since then, I can set the time more accurately. However, as has been pointed out, it might not be so important to do so.
Marcus

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 By: Lu Cash : January 9th, 2019-00:05
Hello All, I ve been vewing this site for a few years now but never posted anything. Since it is my first post first of all I wanted to say hallo to all members. I starded my collection with Zenith but than turned into Nardin as I was attracted by their m...  

Welcome and congrats on getting this fantastic PC!

 
 By: iadxb : January 9th, 2019-00:30
Like other indicators, the year can also be adjusted backwards. No issues, just make sure that you don't use the quickset when the calendar mechanism is engaged. I usually take the hands forward to 5 am before adjusting the date. The way you explained on ... 

Hi Lu Cash, welcome here first!

 
 By: amanico : January 9th, 2019-00:36
All the Perpetual Calendars from Ulysse Nardin can be set forward AND backward, that is quite unique for such a complication. No hacking seconds, true. But there is a trick: Pull the crown like if you wanted to set the time, then go slightly backward. The... 

Wonderful piece.

 
 By: russell996 : January 9th, 2019-00:51
Welcome Lu, congratulations on a great PC. As others have said no problem to adjust forward or back. I think you are correct about the small seconds hand, later pieces are red but not sure when the change was implemented. Keep the pictures coming. (ps I s... 

Thank you for responses.

 
 By: Lu Cash : January 9th, 2019-02:12
The trick with halting secons hand does not work in my case. I am trying to turn it counterclockwise and it's still running. Also I found this review of Nardin PC watch with adjustment explanation. www.sbg.ac.at As to seconds hand colour I fou... 

Welcome and congratulations for getting this remarkable timepiece!

 
 By: Marcus Hanke : January 16th, 2019-03:51
Although I own the standard version of the UN perpetual, I am still contemplating adding a Marine Perpetual for everyday use. The link you quote above is outdated in that only Part 2 is still accessible. I have reposted the full review here in the forum o...