Universal Genéve was founded in 1894 by Numa-Emile Descombes and Ulysse Perret, It was the company to release the first wrist-worn chronograph in 1917, at a time when wristwatches were considered a novelty amongst gentlemen.
Gerald Genta, ever hear of him? He’s the Swiss designer that created both Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak and Patek Philippe’s Nautilus. Before these creations he, at the fresh age of 23, started his first big hit for a little company - Universal Geneve. He began designing the watch that would, one day, be the most iconic watch the brand would ever produce, the Polerouter.
Specific Information
Object nr: 317
Brand: Universal Genéve
Model: Pre-Polerouter
Reference: 206515-1
Year: 1954 (serial nr: 1679386)
Movement: Manually-wound cal. 332
Material: Stainless steel
Original crown: Unsigned crown
Dimensions: 35mm, without crown.
Strap/Bracelet: New black strap
Lug Width: 18mm
Box/Papers: No
Serviced: Yes, the watch have been serviced in 2022/11. We leaves a warranty of 3 months from date of purchase.
The Condition
A beautiful vintage watch in beautiful condition. The original two-tone dial is in a good condition with beautiful patina from ageing. It have developed a dark brown ”tropical” patina which is more or less visible in different light. So beautiful!
The case is in good condition with just small signs of wear and have clearly visible reference numbers at the caseback.
The original ”dauphne” hands is in very good condition. The second hand have a bit corrosion. Besides that - this is a true vintage stunner!
Sold "as serviced"!
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