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Universal
Ref. 22'409
Uni-Compax
A very fine, large and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with black dial and outer tachometer scale
估價
CHF10,000 - 15,000
€9,200 - 13,800
$10,300 - 15,500
成交價
CHF16,250
拍品詳情
製造商
Universal
年份
1943
型號
22'409
機芯編號
210'992
錶殼號碼
1'010'119
型號名稱
Uni-Compax
材料
Stainless steel
機芯
Manual, cal. UG 285, 17 jewels
錶帶/ 錶鏈
Leather
錶扣
Stainless steel
尺寸
38mm. Diameter
簽名
Case, dial and movement signed
配件
Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming the production of the watch in 1943
專家
完整圖錄內容
圖錄文章
In 1917, Universal Genève created its first ever chronograph wristwatch. Some 18 years later, they launched their first “Compax” model, with many variations to follow, such as the Dato-Compax, Aero-Compax, and the revered Tri- Compax that featured a complete calendar with moon phases.
The present Uni-Compax is equipped with Universal’s manual caliber 285. It features two registers at 3 and 9 o’clock indicating timekeeping seconds and a 45-minute counter, respectively. Encased in stainless steel, the luminous hands nicely complement the warm black dial that has aged uniformly across the surface. The slightly recessed crown integrates well into the center of the case, compared with other chronograph models where the crown more commonly sits on top of the case center.
Seventy some years later, this watch remains in excellent condition, sure to impress the avid collector of Universal Genève. Its large case size sits nicely on one’s wrist, offering wonderful aesthetics and wearability, making this vintage chronograph perfect for today’s modern tastes.
The present Uni-Compax is equipped with Universal’s manual caliber 285. It features two registers at 3 and 9 o’clock indicating timekeeping seconds and a 45-minute counter, respectively. Encased in stainless steel, the luminous hands nicely complement the warm black dial that has aged uniformly across the surface. The slightly recessed crown integrates well into the center of the case, compared with other chronograph models where the crown more commonly sits on top of the case center.
Seventy some years later, this watch remains in excellent condition, sure to impress the avid collector of Universal Genève. Its large case size sits nicely on one’s wrist, offering wonderful aesthetics and wearability, making this vintage chronograph perfect for today’s modern tastes.
Universal
Swiss | 1894Universal Genève was founded in Le Locle, Switzerland in 1894 and was originally known as "Universal Watch." Since its inception, Universal Genève has produced watches with unusually high quality for their price point. Universal was among the first brands to introduce a chronograph wristwatch.
Today, the firm's vintage models are highly sought-after and desired for their oversized cases and interesting dial designs. Key models include a variety of "Compax" models such as the "Nina Rindt" or "Evil Nina," the Uni-Compax, the Space-Compax, the Aero-Compax and the Film-Compax.