Ulysse Nardin Celebrates 25 Years of Freak at Rotap Nişantaşı

Swiss luxury watchmaker Ulysse Nardin celebrated the 25th anniversary of its iconic Freak collection with an exclusive event held at Rotap Nişantaşı in Istanbul on October 22, 2026.

Organized in collaboration with Şark Saatçilik and Rotap Nişantaşı, the event brought together watch enthusiasts for an exclusive experience highlighting Ulysse Nardin’s pioneering spirit and innovative approach to Haute Horlogerie.

The event welcomed Renaud Hornberger, an experienced watchmaker from Ulysse Nardin, who delivered a special presentation showcasing the extraordinary mechanics of the Freak S and the exceptional craftsmanship behind the collection.

Guests also had the opportunity to discover the Freak ONE, winner of the “Iconic Watch Prize” at the 2023 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), alongside the latest creations from the Freak X collection.

Celebrating 25 years of innovation and unconventional watchmaking, the event offered a closer look at the remarkable evolution of the Freak collection, once again highlighting Ulysse Nardin’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional Haute Horlogerie.

Opening remarks in front of the Ulysse Nardin, Şark Saatçilik and Rotap backdrop

Freak collection display on the Ulysse Nardin plinth

Blue-dial and rose gold Freak models on display

Skeletonised Ulysse Nardin diver on an orange strap

The Ulysse Nardin watchmaker at the bench

The watchmaker examining the Freak movement through a loupe

A Freak on the wrist during the presentation

The Ulysse Nardin watchmaker seen from behind

The bench, tools and presentation screen

Looking at the Freak S movement through a loupe

Guests following the movement presentation

Blue-dial Freak X on a steel bracelet, held in hand

A guest showing the Freak X on their wrist