Description

The present watch is the Ulysse Nardin Freak X reference 2303-270LE, a striking and limited-edition fusion of high-tech materials and precious aesthetics. Representing a more streamlined evolution of the radical Freak concept, this reference maintains the collection’s signature “dial-less” design while introducing a traditional crown for enhanced daily practicality.

The 43 mm case is constructed from a lightweight, ultra-resistant carbon composite, featuring a marbled texture that ensures no two pieces are exactly alike. This dark, avant-garde housing serves as the perfect canvas for the brilliant gold-toned movement and indices, creating a high-contrast visual that is both luxurious and aggressively modern.

True to its lineage, the Freak X indicates time using its own internal mechanics. The flying carousel movement acts as the minute hand as it rotates once per hour, revolving around a central axis that integrates a large, high-tech silicon balance wheel.

Powering this timepiece is the self-winding Calibre UN-230, a movement that marries the innovation of the original Freak with the reliability of an automatic winding system. It features a formidable power reserve and utilizes silicon technology for the escapement and hairspring, ensuring excellent resistance to magnetism and wear.

Ulysse Nardin – bio

In 1846, after having completed his apprenticeship in watchmaking he decided to start at his birth place in Le Locle, Switzerland, his own business.
Specializing in the early days in marine chronometers and then into pocket chronometers.
Ulysse Nardin had won numerous recognitions for its marine chronometers from 1846 to 1975, including 4324 certificates, 2411 special prizes and 10 gold medals at International Exhibitions.
It is owned today by Kering group and their most famous models are the Freak, a musical mechanical watch called Stranger, the famous Grand Complication “Genghis Khan” and other sporty marine inspired wristwatches.