Ulysse Nardin Chronometer Split-Seconds Chronograph
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1955
Maker / issuer
Ulysse NardinThis Ulysse Nardin pocket watch, dating to circa 1955, is a keyless manual wind chronometer featuring a split-seconds chronograph function and an instantaneous 30-minute recorder.
The timepiece is housed in a large 64 mm stainless steel case. The dial is enamel, featuring blue steel Breguet hands and painted Arabic numerals. It is powered by a rhodium-plated caliber 22''' movement, which includes 26 jewels, a fast-beating straight-line lever escapement, and a cut bimetallic compensation Guillaume balance with a blued steel Breguet balance spring. Mechanical adjustments are managed via a micrometer index regulator.
The chronograph functions are operated using a button integrated into the winding crown and an additional push-piece located in the case band for the split-seconds mechanism. The movement, which displays fausses cotes decoration, is identified by the number 125077.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Chronograph & split-seconds watch
- Maker
- Ulysse Nardin
- Diameter
- 64 mm
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Case Number
- 614306
- Jewel Count
- 26
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Movement Number
- 125077
- Movement Caliber
- 22'''
- Production Series
- 402 pieces
- Maker / attribution
- Ulysse Nardin
Design
- Case and Dial
- The timepiece is presented in a large, stainless steel case measuring 64 mm in diameter. The design is described as keyless and manual-winding, incorporating a push-piece within the case band to manage the split-seconds chronograph function, in addition to the primary control button located in the winding crown. The dial is finished in enamel, contrasted by blue steel Breguet hands. Painted Arabic numerals serve as the primary markers for the hour track, and the dial features a sub-dial for the instantaneous 30-minute recorder. The signature 'Ulysses Nardin' and 'Locle Suisse' are applied to the dial surface.
- Visible features
- • White enamel dial with painted Arabic numerals • Blue steel hands • Button integrated into the winding crown • Exposed movement features fausses cotes finishing
- Movement and Escapement
- The movement, numbered 125077, is a 22''' caliber with a rhodium-plated finish and fausses cotes decoration. The mechanical construction comprises 26 jewels and utilizes a fast-beating straight-line lever escapement. Regulation is performed through a micrometer index system. Timekeeping is governed by a cut bimetallic compensation Guillaume balance paired with a blued steel Breguet balance spring. The movement contains the necessary split-seconds chronograph mechanism, which is activated via the case-integrated controls.
- Condition and Attribution
- The auction description provides a grade of AA for the watch. The case is evaluated as being in good condition with slight scratches, while the dial is rated as very good. The movement is reported as being in good condition with slight oxidation noted. The watch is part of a stated production run of 402 pieces and is attributed to the Ulysse Nardin manufacture in Switzerland, with a dating of circa 1955.
Identification
- Serial number
- 614306
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Overhaul recommended per auction description
- Research required: Oxidation reported in movement