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Old 22 January 2019, 07:55 PM   #1
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I’ve been a fan of UN’s designs for a while. Any feedback on their movements reliability? I like the UN Marine Chronograph with Ref. 513-22. I saw one on the for sale forum... the only issue is that it has a leather band instead of the really nice SS bracelet.
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Old 22 January 2019, 08:17 PM   #2
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I’ve been a fan of UN’s designs for a while. Any feedback on their movements reliability? I like the UN Marine Chronograph with Ref. 513-22. I saw one on the for sale forum... the only issue is that it has a leather band instead of the really nice SS bracelet.
I'm a big fan of UN, have owned/still own many including Freak 1, Freak 2, Tellurium, Berlin 1, Marine Chronometer, Marine Perpetual, Ludwig Perpetual. Many of the older pieces are ETA (chrono grade) based with major reworking and finishing by UN. Never had an issue - except with the Freak 1 which was updated FOC. Rubber/Titanium straps are very comfortable but I would also recommend getting the bracelet if you can. Not sure if it was an option or standard to have both on the piece you are looking at?
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Old 23 January 2019, 06:57 AM   #3
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I like UN...haven’t bought one yet, but I’m tempted by the Freak X...I want it.


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Old 25 January 2019, 12:55 AM   #4
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Thanks for the feedback Russell996 and Txkill. I’m not sure about the bracelet option, but I do think that it is nice to have it. Any idea of the servicing costs for UN?
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Old 25 January 2019, 12:55 AM   #5
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I’ve always liked UN, but haven’t found a reference that grabs me atheistically (within budget that is). I would not worry at all about their movement reliability - they have been at the forefront in technical development in the watch industry. They were the first to come out with silicon escapement. They also seem to put a lot emphasis on movement reliability, like Omega, Rolex and Grand Seiko. Therefore I would imagine their base in-house calibers are also very solid, backed by 5 years of warranty.

My UN grail is the Tellurium. What a unique “timepiece”!
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Old 25 January 2019, 12:58 AM   #6
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I’ve always liked UN, but haven’t found a reference that grabs me atheistically (within budget that is). I would not worry at all about their movement reliability - they have been at the forefront in technical development in the watch industry. They were the first to come out with silicon escapement. They also seem to put a lot emphasis on movement reliability, like Omega, Rolex and Grand Seiko. Therefore I would imagine their base in-house calibers are also very solid, backed by 5 years of warranty.

My UN grail is the Tellurium. What a unique “timepiece”!
Excellant point about UN being at the forefront of movement development.

The Tellurium is a beauty.
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Old 30 January 2019, 12:35 AM   #7
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I have had a couple of the UN watches and loved them. Had a marine chronometer and a maxi marine chronograph. Never had a problem. Actually looking at buying another, just need to decide on what model.
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Old 31 January 2019, 12:08 PM   #8
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My UN, dare I say, has stolen a lot of wrist time from my Rolexes and others. A great watch!!
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Old 21 January 2020, 12:15 PM   #9
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Well I'm in the looky loo for a 'birthdate' watch... and stumbled upon a couple of UN's that might 'tickle' my fancy..!
They seem to be a reputable piece...
Thoughts...?
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Old 21 January 2020, 01:00 PM   #10
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I became friends with the former GM of a Tourneau who is a WIS. His favorite brands are UN and Bucherer. Apparently, the movements of UN are top notch and have heard/read similar with regards to them being at the forefront of technical development as well as experimenting with different materials. I think they're a greatly unsung brand (along with Breguet) but I'm a boring sort so I think I'll end up with a UN Marine Diver at some point.
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Old 21 January 2020, 01:23 PM   #11
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I became friends with the former GM of a Tourneau who is a WIS. His favorite brands are UN and Bucherer. Apparently, the movements of UN are top notch and have heard/read similar with regards to them being at the forefront of technical development as well as experimenting with different materials. I think they're a greatly unsung brand (along with Breguet) but I'm a boring sort so I think I'll end up with a UN Marine Diver at some point.
Ya know, I'm kinda interested in something 'different'. Got my Rolex, my Tudor, some classic pieces from family, ie, Hamilton and Elgin etc.
Just playing the field for a 1952 piece.
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Old 21 January 2020, 11:46 PM   #12
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Well I just recently purchased my first UN Marine Torpilleur and it has the UN-118 moment so time will tell ( lol ) on how well it performs
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Old 22 January 2020, 08:58 AM   #13
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Ya know, I'm kinda interested in something 'different'. Got my Rolex, my Tudor, some classic pieces from family, ie, Hamilton and Elgin etc.
Just playing the field for a 1952 piece.
I hope you find one. I admit to a vicarious thrill when someone goes in on a brand I don't own but have an interest in. I'm also a little fed up that Rolex discussion have primarily become about availability and pricing so I think the UN diver for me is not that far off.

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Well I just recently purchased my first UN Marine Torpilleur and it has the UN-118 moment so time will tell ( lol ) on how well it performs
how do you like it so far?
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