Ulysse Nardin Revisits the Freak X Model for Watches & Wonders Shanghai 2023

In continuing the Freak X model’s journey, Ulysse Nardin released a brand new reimagining of its innovative reference, now known as the Freak [X OPS]. The piece was unveiled today at Watches & Wonders Shanghai and will be on view at the event until September 17.

From case, bezel to crown, the 43mm reference arrives in titanium build and finished with a black DLC coating. Imbued with a touch of adventurous and rugged appeal, the timepiece is paired with carbon fiber composite flanks that are doused in an earthy khaki green hue. In line with the overall color palette, all the adornments on the dial-spanning indices and lume-filled handset arrive in complementing hues.

Powering the timekeeper with up to 72 hours of running time is the UN-230 Manufacture caliber. It’s geared with a flying carousel movement that rotates around its own axis, with indexes and bridges illuminated in Super-LumiNova, while also beating at a rate of 21,600 hourly vibrations.

Retailing for $33,800 USD, more details of the Freak [X OPS] can be found on Ulysse Nardin’s website.

Elsewhere in Watches & Wonders Shanghai, Vacheron Constantin unveils two new Traditionnelle time-tellers.