Ulysse Nardin's Freak collection has brought a number of innovative watches to the watch market since the introduction of silicon in 2001. At the 2025 Geneva Watch Days, the brand will unveil a new model from this collection that the brand describes as "one of the most innovative watches ever made."
Text by Tsubasa Nojima
[Article published on January 4, 2025]
"Freak X Crystarium"
The Freak X, known for its unique flying carousel mechanism, has been joined by a new model, the Freak X Crystallium. Its greatest feature is the use of an hour disc made by Crystallium.
Automatic (Cal. UN-230). 21 jewels. 21,600 vph. Power reserve approximately 72 hours. Ti case (diameter 43mm, thickness 13.92mm). Water resistant to 50m. Limited to 50 pieces worldwide. Price: 6,666,000 yen (tax included).
Crystallium is made from ruthenium, which is said to be 10 times rarer than platinum, through a slow vapor deposition crystallization process that takes several days to complete. The crystal structure that sparkles in the light cannot be replicated, and each piece has a different pattern, so you can enjoy the unique look of each individual piece. This piece is further finished with rose gold PVD processing, black shading, and hand-varnished finish, making it a work of art.
The case is made of DLC-coated titanium, and the entire watch, including the strap and movement, is black, highlighting the brilliance of the Crystallium.
Combining the dynamic movement of Freak's unique flying carousel with the dazzling Crystallium, Freak X Crystallium will be sold in a limited edition of just 50 units worldwide.
