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Perpetual Manufacture

The ultimate icon in watchmaking

Words Chris Danielson
December 13, 2006
The ultimate icon in watchmaking
Words Chris Danielson December 13, 2006

The ultimate icon in watchmaking, this new timepiece offers a taste of eternity with its manufacture movement UN-32 that allows the date to be adjusted both forward and backward.

Crafted in celebration of infinity, the new Perpetual Manufacture is powered by the incredible Caliber UN-32, a movement that features the most advanced perpetual calendar in the history of watchmaking. Allowing the date to be adjusted both forward and backward, this mechanical gem naturally accommodates the ebb and flow of time – in perpetuity. As a constant reminder, the dial is stamped with the symbol “∞”, to watch over this emblematic limited-edition piece. The perpetual calendar is a highly sophisticated mechanism that takes into account not only the months with 30 and 31 days, but also the 28 days of February and the return of 29 February every four years. This means it possesses a mechanical memory of 1,461 days. The first time the Perpetual Manufacture will require manual adjustment will be in 2100, which would normally be a leap year but is an exception in the Gregorian calendar.

Ulysse Nardin Perpetual Manufacture

Ulysse Nardin Perpetual Manufacture

A worthy heir to the legendary GMT+/- Perpetual, the Perpetual Manufacture showcases a white ocean of infinite depth in the guise of a dial. While ensuring perfect readability, the open work hour and minute hands add a delicate, light touch that characterizes truly timeless watches, while the GMT hand hovers over the flange marked with 24 hours. And to lend greater exclusivity to an already exceptional timepiece, the 43mm case with its timeless design reveals a plate inscribed with the serial number on its side at 9 o’clock, making each piece totally unique. Just 250 watches in rose gold will be made.

Ulysse Nardin Perpetual Manufacture

Ulysse Nardin Perpetual Manufacture

Perpetual Manufacture – 322-10

• Limited edition 250 pieces
• Movement caliber UN-32, 34 jewels
• 18 ct rose gold case
• Power-reserve approximately 48 hours
• Self-winding chronometer movement with official rating certificate (C.O.S.C).
• Water resistant to 30m
• Leather strap with folding buckle
• Perpetual calendar adjustable over single crown. Second time zone on main dial with a patented quick setting mechanism.
• Permanent home time indicated by 3rd hand. Big date in double window.

You can learn more about the Ulysse Nardin Perpetual Manufacture at the official Ulysse Nardin website.