Throughout this yr’s Watches & Wonders, Ulysse Nardin has the Diver [AIR], which it states is the world’s lightest mechanical dive watch. Weighing in at 52 grams (together with strap), this timepiece was created to be a press release in innovation, design and efficiency.
The Diver [AIR] is constructed across the all-new UN-374 calibre, an ultralight, skeletonized motion weighing simply 7 grams. It options hollowed-out bridges, a flying mainspring barrel and a steadiness wheel and escapement constituted of recycled silicon — all designed for minimal mass with out sacrificing sturdiness — withstanding shocks as much as 5,000g.
Encased in a 44mm modular development combining 90 p.c recycled titanium and carbon fibre, the Diver [AIR] embraces sustainability at its core. The aspect elements are crafted from Nylo-Foil, a light-weight composite manufactured from upcycled fishing nets and carbon fibre from IMOCA racing yachts. Even the bezel is cast from CarbonFoil, made completely from reclaimed carbon fibres.
Water resistant as much as 200 meters and geared up with two interchangeable elastic straps in orange and white, the Diver [AIR] delivers sensible efficiency with a 90-hour energy reserve and tool-free strap switching.
Retailing at $38,000 USD, the Diver [AIR] represents Ulysse Nardin’s most formidable fusion of excessive horology and excessive expertise so far.
