What We Fancy

Universal Geneve gained notoriety during the middle of the twentieth century by producing some of the most important and influential chronograph watches and movements ever. The buttery smooth chronograph operation needs to be felt and cannot be explained. This example dates to the 1940s and is a very rare solid gold model.

Brand: Universal Geneve

Model: 18k Compax

Case: 31mm wide (excluding crown), 36.5mm tall, 10.5mm thick, 18k solid yellow gold, domed mineral crystal, snap-on case back, original unsigned crown, original square pushers, serial 680xxx

Movement: UG caliber 281, manual winding, recently serviced

Bracelet/ Strap: Dark Brown Accurare Form Calfskin made in Japan, 16mm lug width

Features: Gold metallic dial, black Arabic numerals, blued steel stick handset, 12-hour counting chronograph with 30-minute intervals, column wheel in-house movement, circa the 1940s

Box & Papers: No

Condition: In overall excellent all original condition. The dial is incredible for its age with no visible defects or blemishes. The solid gold case is very good with no major dents and only some smaller superficial scratches. The pushers are original and show some light wear. The movement has been recently serviced and keeps excellent time, the chronograph function operates smoothly.

Backed by our two-year repair warranty. To trade in your watch towards this purchase or to make arrangements for purchase via wire, check/ cash to save on fees, please send us a message or email. Accompanied by a free Suede Travel Pouch.