Ulysse Nardin Rides into 2014 with the Classico Horse

The Year of the Horse is upon us and Ulysse Nardin pays tribute to the animal spirit with the Ulysse Nardin Classico Horse.  Graceful with power, self-determined with the emotion and untamed with control, the horses on the watch’s dial appear to gallop with liberty.  Expansive plains and majestic mountains in the background meet their arrival.

For the Classico Horse, Ulysse Nardin employs the intricate champlevé method where cells are carved with a chisel directly on the dial and filled with enamel.  Its earth-tone palette of black, white, tan, gray and agreen is created from different metallic oxides, perfectly depicting the natural landscape and its small band of beautiful creatures.  The piece is then fired until the enamel melts and is polished when the surface cools.  The result: an exceptional creation produced by the hands of master artisans.

A limited edition of 88 pieces in 18-karat rose gold, the Classico Horse 40mm features the self-winding UN-815 movement, visible through its sapphire crystal exhibition window located on the case back.  The timepiece has a power reserve of approximately 42 hours and COSC-certified chronometer.

The design of the Classico Horse charges forward with passion, as if symbolizing one’s personal drive through life.  An emotional piece, it’s a symbol of one’s freewill balanced by self-discipline.  Like Ulysse Nardin’s autonomy, it’s a timepiece made for the independent-minded.

Retailing for S$72,100 at The Hour Glass boutiques from March 2014.

The Hour Glass wishes one and all a Happy and Prosperous Stallion Year!