1942 Universal Genève Oversized 38mm Uni-Compax 'Spillmann' case - Ref. 22409
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The most desirable and impressive military Uni-Compax
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Uni-Compax is a quintessential chronograph from Universal Genève; with its balanced dial and well-proportioned case, this watch has maintained its timelessness flawlessly. This particulary rare waterproof example manufactured in 1942/43 boasts an impressive oversized 38mm 'Spillmann' unrepolished case. Universal Genève chronograps were usually much smaller at the time. Around 1941, the Universal Genève Uni-Compax range of chronographs replaced the Compur.
References: The same 22409 ref. (but with wrong pushbuttons, overpolished case and inside caseback resatinated ) was sold by Antiquorum for 22.000 € on july 17, 2018 (Link here).
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 Uni-Compax with two subsidiary dials and big numerals. This example feature a perfect balance of elegance and sporty look.
THE DATA
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in incredible overall good condition for its age, the unrepolished case with its preserved sharp angles makes it truly a collectors chronograph. Oversized cases are very rare and this military example with very particular round pushbuttons is very desirable and hard to find. The original and mint black glossy dial with steel sword hands looks dashing. This is a fine collectible vintage chronograph, elegant and sporty, with a nice presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear.
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Uni-Compax is a quintessential chronograph from Universal Genève; with its balanced dial and well-proportioned case, this watch has maintained its timelessness flawlessly. This particulary rare waterproof example manufactured in 1942/43 boasts an impressive oversized 38mm 'Spillmann' unrepolished case. Universal Genève chronograps were usually much smaller at the time. Around 1941, the Universal Genève Uni-Compax range of chronographs replaced the Compur.
References: The same 22409 ref. (but with wrong pushbuttons, overpolished case and inside caseback resatinated ) was sold by Antiquorum for 22.000 € on july 17, 2018 (Link here).
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 Uni-Compax with two subsidiary dials and big numerals. This example feature a perfect balance of elegance and sporty look.
THE DATA
- Maker: Universal Genève
- Model: Uni-Compax 'Spillmann'
- Reference: 22409
- Case N°: 1009xxx
- Year: 1942
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Dimentions (WxHxT): 38x45x13mm
- Caliber: In House UG 285
- Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
- Lug width: 19mm
- Box/Papers: N/A
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in incredible overall good condition for its age, the unrepolished case with its preserved sharp angles makes it truly a collectors chronograph. Oversized cases are very rare and this military example with very particular round pushbuttons is very desirable and hard to find. The original and mint black glossy dial with steel sword hands looks dashing. This is a fine collectible vintage chronograph, elegant and sporty, with a nice presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear.
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