Ulysse Nardin, a prestigious Swiss watchmaker, was founded in 1846 by its namesake Ulysse Nardin in Le Locle, Switzerland. Renowned for its innovative marine chronometers, the brand quickly established itself as a leader in nautical precision. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Ulysse Nardin's timepieces were recognized by navies worldwide for their accuracy, cementing its reputation in maritime history.
    
The company faced challenges during the quartz crisis of the 1970s but revived under new leadership in 1983. Innovative craftsmanship became the brand's hallmark, leading to groundbreaking collections like the Astrolabium Galileo Galilei in 1985, which earned a spot in the Guinness Book of Records for its intricate functionalities.
    
Today, Ulysse Nardin continues to blend tradition with innovation. Renowned for avant-garde designs and cutting-edge technology, such as the Freak collection's pioneering use of silicium, the brand remains a symbol of nautical heritage and timekeeping excellence

What's on Offer

This Ulysse Nardin tank is absolutely charming! We are delighted to offer it for sale in such beautiful vintage condition. The dial has a delightful silver texture and boasts applied baton hour markers with subtle onyx inserts and the slim stick hands correspond too. There is a date wheel unusually placed at 6 o'clock and an applied Ulysse Nardin anchor emblem completes the dial which is encapsulated underneath a shatterproof acrylic crystal and encased in a robust stainless steel tank case. The case is in splendid condition with minimal signs of previous wear. The crown is original and is signed Ulysse Nardin - the devil is in the detail! 

This is a really nice purchase, a fairly robust piece with a nice presence on the wrist - a great addition to any collection.