Ulysse Nardin expands its avant-garde Blast Free Wheel collection with the new Maillechort edition, blending high-concept mechanics with a refined vintage material. This 45 mm white gold timepiece retains the signature floating display of barrels, gear train, and flying tourbillon, now anchored by a dial and movement plate crafted from Maillechort, a traditional copper-zinc-nickel alloy known for its warm tone and fine grain. The result is a dynamic fusion of futuristic engineering and classical texture, further enhanced by a faceted sapphire “glass box” and bold, architectural case design. Limited to just 50 pieces, the Blast Free Wheel Maillechort captures Ulysse Nardin’s signature balance of innovation, elegance, and technical drama.
This new release is housed in a striking 45mm white gold case that highlights the brand’s distinctive “Blast” architecture. Boldly faceted surfaces blend satin-brushed and polished finishes, sculpted using advanced laser techniques for sharp, architectural precision. The case shape plays with angles and light, maintaining a futuristic yet refined presence on the wrist.
Turning the watch over reveals a sapphire crystal caseback, where a Maillechort baseplate (also visible from the dial side) forms the foundation of the movement’s display. Sometimes referred to as German silver, this traditional alloy of copper, zinc, and nickel lends both a warm tonality and a soft matte texture that contrasts with the high-tech movement components.
The sharply edged crown complements the overall sculptural geometry. All topped by a single-block sapphire crystal, which seamlessly integrates to provide expansive views of the floating components. Water-resistance can reach up to 30 meters (100 feet).
The dial of the Blast Free Wheel Maillechort continues Ulysse Nardin’s dramatic approach to mechanical transparency. Crafted from Maillechort, a copper-zinc-nickel alloy with a warm, subtly grained texture, the dial functions as both visual canvas and structural platform. Against this elegant metallic backdrop, the brand’s signature “free-floating” mechanical components appear to hover in space, emphasizing depth and motion.
Key features include the double-barrel system at 12 o’clock, a sculptural winding wheel at 2 o’clock, and the distinctive power reserve display at 4 o’clock, where a fixed pointer tracks a rotating disc. At 6 o’clock, the Ulysse Anchor Constant Escapement flying tourbillon commands attention, its ultra-thin silicon blades oscillating within a weightless, jewel-free architecture.
Framing the mechanical spectacle are skeletonized grey hands filled with white Super-LumiNova for low-light readability, blending legibility with the watch’s kinetic aesthetic.
Ulysse Nardin Blast Free Wheel Maillechort
The “Ulysse Nardin Blast Free Wheel Maillechort” (Ref#: 1760-401LE-4A-MAIL/3A) is powered by the in-house manual-winding movement, calibre UN-176, with 23 jewels, 246 components, and a frequency of 18,000 vph (2.5 Hz). It features a flying tourbillon equipped with the patented Ulysse Anchor Constant Escapement, using ultra-thin silicon blade springs for frictionless impulse transmission. Additional visible elements include the dual barrel system, winding wheel, and rotating disc-style power reserve display. Power reserve can last up to 7 days, when fully wound.
Mounted on this watch is a blue velvet-effect waterproof rubber strap, secured by a white gold folding clasp. It reflects the high-end yet contemporary character of the Free Wheel line, offering both comfort and visual contrast against the sculpted white gold case. Compatible with other Blast Tourbillon straps, it allows for subtle personalization while maintaining the watch’s avant-garde appeal.
This is a limited edition of just 50 pieces worldwide, underscoring its exclusivity and appeal to collectors seeking rare expressions of haute horlogerie. For more up to date information visit the official Ulysse Nardin website here.
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