Introducing The New Ulysse Nardin Diver Atoll

Ulysse Nardin is perhaps better known for their more avant-garde and eye-catching Freak model and pieces with innovative complications. However, their latest release, the Diver Atoll, is one of the diver designs from the company.

Released in 2021, the Diver Atoll continues Ulysse Nardin's long association with the sea, from highly complicated marine chronometers to the high-end watches presented today. During our last visit to the UN factory, we were surprised to discover that the company used to produce high-precision chronographs that were even used in the Olympic Games. We will share our journey there on the Waqt platforms.

Following previous gem-set models with mother-of-pearl and aventurine dials, the new Diver Atoll is a prime example of the brand’s expertise and ability to overcome technical challenges to create exceptional timepieces. For this new edition, the company used a rare stone, Chrysocolla, which has been used for jewelry and decorative objects since antiquity. But its use in watch dials is rare because it is difficult to work on and cutting it requires great skill.

The Diver Atoll features a stainless-steel case with polished and satin-brushed finishes, measuring 39 mm in diameter and 11 mm in height. Eighty percent of the steel is recycled, reflecting Ulysse Nardin’s ongoing commitment to sustainable practices, which is evident throughout the Diver collection. For additional elegance, the unidirectional rotating bezel is set with 40 diamonds, and each quarter has engraved numbers filled with blue color. The domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating provides a clear view of the blue dial, while the sealed case back with wind rose engraving ensures water resistance down to 300 meters.

Showcasing the colors of the sea, the dial is made from Chrysocolla, a copper stone ranging from light green to deep blue, often found in association with Malachite and Azurite. Each dial is cut by hand and is unique due to the stone’s unique patterning. The dial is set with 11 diamond indices, while the one at 12 o'clock has a luminescent applied index. There is a round date window carved into the stone dial at 6 o’clock. The hands are treated with luminescent material.

The watch is powered by the automatic movement UN-816, featuring Ulysse Nardin’s revolutionary silicon escapement technology, a cutting-edge material first introduced by the brand in 2001 when the iconic Freak timepiece was launched. It beats at 28,800 vph (4Hz) and offers a power reserve of 42 hours.

The watch is presented with a sporty chic white rubber strap or a white alligator strap. It is a limited edition of 100 pieces, priced at CHF 15,000, equivalent to 61,300 AED.

For more information please visit Ulysse Nardin official website.