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Omega is…..
Everyone craves one of these designs in their collection.
Whether it be the Marine, Diver, Freak, Blast or Classico, you are guaranteed unprecedented technology, style and quality.
As a true leader in the industry, Ulysse Nardin has definitely earned its place as one of the top luxury watch brands.
“The Brandt brothers released a new calibre in 1894 that was to famously become the company’s namesake – the 19-ligne calibre. The brothers crowned their new achievement ‘OMEGA’, a name that classically signifies ultimate accomplishment.”
A History of Omega
1846
Luxury watch company, Ulysse Nardin was founded in 1846 by its namesake Ulysse Nardin in Le Locle Switzerland, where its headquarters can still be found today.
Ulysse Nardin was only 23 when he founded his company but had already been an apprentice horologist for many years, first training under his father then under two of the most famous master watchmakers of the time, Frederic-William Dubois and Louis JeanRichard-dit-Bressel.
The focus of Ulysse Nardin started with the production of nautical timekeeping instruments and is known for being one of the first to manufacture marine chronometers, which help determine a ships position by celestial navigation.
This led to many contracts for years to come furnishing international shipping companies and national navies such as the United States, United Kingdom, Russia and Japan with Ulysse Nardin marine chronometers.
1862
Before his death in 1876 at the age of 53, Ulysse Nardin proved his perfectionist skill and quality craftsmanship by being awarded the United Kingdoms highest distinction of watchmaking, the Prize Medal for “complicated watches and pocket chronometers” in 1862.
And by being awarded certificates to supply Neuchatel Observatory with their marine chronometers in 1867.
Today
Not only does Ulysse Nardin continue to maintain high standards within their business community and development, but also within the world community as a whole.
They forge ahead while taking the world’s environment into consideration from all angles.
As members of the Responsible Jewellery Council and by only purchasing diamonds in compliance with the World Diamond Council System of Warranties which follows the Kimberly Process, they operate in a responsible and transparent manner.
Ulysse Nardin has also made an enormous commitment to environmental sustainability with a focus on the marine world by helping to increase oceanographic knowledge and decrease marine pollutions.
The development of the new R-Strap is a perfect example of one way they do this. The first watch band to be made from recycled fishing nets, the R-Strap is their first 100% waterproof fabric band. It is able to be used with the Diver 44 mm, Diver 42 mm, Diver Chronograph, Marine Torpilleur and Freak X watches.
With unique innovations, styles and advanced technology, Ulysse Nardin has proven why it holds a place as a top leader in the luxury timepieces community around the world.
Omega Official Site: www.omegawatches.com
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