1936 Universal Geneve Pre-Compur
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One of the very first Compur's manufactured.
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Compur is a quintessential chronograph from Universal Genève; with its 2 large sub-dials, well-proportioned case and 4 different scales, this watch has maintained its timelessness flawlessly still striking and virile today, Trademaked in 1937, the Universal Genève Compur range of chronographs featured for the first time in watchmaking history a movement with the second column wheel under the dial, the famous Compur were replaced in the early 1940 by the Uni-Compax. This particular model was manufactured a few months before 'Compur' was trademarked, hence the lack of the Compur marking on the dial and it's rarity,
THE STORY
Universal Genève has been on the up and up over the past few years and it's easy to see why. The Compur was lauched in 1937 and quickly became a hit. The Swiss manufacture consistently produced beautiful tool watches such as this Compur with two subsidiary dials and applied gold indexes. This example feature a perfect balance of elegance and sporty look.
THE DATA
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in extremely good condition for its age. The stainless steel case is very well preserved, and the even patinated silver dial is stunning. This is a great vintage chronograph, elegant and sporty with its central scale and blued steel 'Leaf' hands. A nice presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear.
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Compur is a quintessential chronograph from Universal Genève; with its 2 large sub-dials, well-proportioned case and 4 different scales, this watch has maintained its timelessness flawlessly still striking and virile today, Trademaked in 1937, the Universal Genève Compur range of chronographs featured for the first time in watchmaking history a movement with the second column wheel under the dial, the famous Compur were replaced in the early 1940 by the Uni-Compax. This particular model was manufactured a few months before 'Compur' was trademarked, hence the lack of the Compur marking on the dial and it's rarity,
THE STORY
Universal Genève has been on the up and up over the past few years and it's easy to see why. The Compur was lauched in 1937 and quickly became a hit. The Swiss manufacture consistently produced beautiful tool watches such as this Compur with two subsidiary dials and applied gold indexes. This example feature a perfect balance of elegance and sporty look.
THE DATA
- Maker: Universal Genève
- Model: Pre-Compur Pilot
- Reference: 6127
- Case N°: 632xxx
- Year: 1936
- Material: Stainless steel
- Dimentions (WxHxT): 34x42x10mm
- Caliber: In House UG 285
- Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
- Lug width: 18mm
- Box/Papers: N/A
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in extremely good condition for its age. The stainless steel case is very well preserved, and the even patinated silver dial is stunning. This is a great vintage chronograph, elegant and sporty with its central scale and blued steel 'Leaf' hands. A nice presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear.
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