It was given to my dad during king faisals visit to taiwan in the late 60s. Produced by the western pennsylvania horological institute in 1949, the esemblograf chronograph watch course covers all of the chronograph movements sold in the united states. The dato compax is essentially a compax chronograph with the addition of a date register at 12 oclock. Buy authentic preowned finest universal geneve watches on the market. Universal chrono your definitive guide to universal geneve watches.
Found an original universal geneve tricompax, for sale. The sheer quantity of tri compax references that universal geneve made, even in the 1940s, make my reference guide a real challenge to complete. Universal geneve 1990s universal geneve jump hour ref. Peters cathedral, at the reception desk, during its opening hours.
Universal geneve tricompax 88110102 evil clapton bazamu. Called the nina rindt by collectors, this panda dial compax chronograph combines. The brand was founded by descombes and perret in 1894. This is a watch that is well worth taking to a repair shop and investing a couple hundred dollars rather than using the pocket warming method suggested by af, above. This vintage 1940s yellow gold universal geneve unicompax is a fantastic example of a timeless watch, manufactured in the 1940s and still beautiful today. The full story the reference 89010101 belongs to the later iterations of the aerocompax, offering a very legible 24hour dial instead of a second time register like in earlier examples. Patek philippe is one of the oldest watch manufacturers in the world with an uninterrupted watchmaking history since its founding. When a friend contacted us last week to tell us hed found this watch, we knew immediately that we had to share it with all of you. And today, with the generous help from our friends over at lt watches who provided the timepiece, we bring you the complete anatomy of a modern cult classic in the form of a super sexy, 100% badass vintage chronograph from the 1970s that was most famously donned by nina rindt, the finnish model and widow of jochen rindt, the only person to ever.
This example is one of their most popular, the unicomp. Universal geneve vintage tricompax calibre 281 from 1960. Universal geneve tricompax chronograph with full calendar including moon phase, switzerland around 1965, manual winding, stainless steel. A history of universal geneve, a cultlike brand to collectors everywhere. Good quality guide book about geneva, named city guide geneva, by photoglob ag, can be bought in st. Universal geneve tricompax reference 22279 in steel with yellow gold hands and markers. Find universal geneve compax for sale on jamesedition. The full story this universal geneve unicompax is a fantastic example of what the manufacture did so well in the 1940s. Vi informiamo che il nostro negozio online utilizza i cookies. Dont worry, this article wont upset our regularly scheduled friday afternoon whats selling where flow this is just a quick notice about a great watch we came across for sale today that we couldnt wait to tell you about it. Why this watch matters its hard to beat this universal geneve aerocompax reference 8901 with its oversized steel case and 24hour bezel. Find universal geneve ten by crosthwaite gavin at blurb books. Along with neighboring geneva companies audemars piguet, girardperregaux, patek philippe and rolex, universal is. The universal geneve is one of the most versatile and elegant chronographs around.
All chronographs universal will then be articulated around the name compax creating the term generic who would unite a full range of chronographs and particularly consistent. The reason that i felt compelled to tell you about this watch right away is because this model holds a. Barry might be the oblivious poster boy for white male privilege, but shteyngart. Universal geneve ten by crosthwaite gavin blurb books. Buy universal geneve tricompax 22536 buy vintage watch. The universal geneve tricompax has evolved from a graceful and elegant dress chronograph to one of the coolest calendar sports watches ever made. After stumbling upon this rare universal geneve chronograph online, it took a series of phone calls to japan, multiple translators, and a few weeks to get the watch to new york. Universal geneve was famed for making elegant and complicated wristwatches back in their heyday becoming known as a more accessible alternative to patek philippe. Universal geneve watches all prices for universal geneve. Universal geneve tricompaxes are continuously soughtafter by collectors and watch lovers. Prices for universal geneve watches buy a universal geneve. Discover a large selection of universal geneve watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches.
With the nina rindt compax, evil nina, clapton tri compax, uni compax and all of the exotic dial versions, universal geneve created a series that not only was visually striking, but was also cool and sophisticated, which is still how they are seen by todays chronograph collectors. Our search technology instantly finds universal geneve compax for sale from our database of thousands of luxury and exotic watches. The design and balance of these watches is just so good, and finding a good clean example is becoming downright impossible. The sheer quantity of tricompax references that universal geneve made, even in the 1940s, make my reference guide a real challenge to complete. The 24hour bezel doubles up this function, and allows the. Universal 166 855kb download universal 24, 25 1,358kb download universal 66 1,368kb download universal 68sc, 69scc 1,297kb download universal 75, 76 1,184kb download universal 106 782kb download universal 8 2,084kb download universal 215, 21507 3,393kb download universal 215sc 215. Why this watch matters the universal geneve unicompax is one of the most elegant vintage chronographs, and this yellowgold stunner with twotone yellowgold dial is no different. Universal geneve rare tri compax full calendar moon phase 18k.
Jamesedition makes it easy to find universal geneve compax watches youre looking for, we feature universal geneve compax for sale by dealerships around the world. Universal geneve tricompax 1944 to 1949 the universal geneve tricompax has a very special place in my heart as universal geneve was one of the first brands that i researched for my lost to time series and one of the first truly beautiful watches i lusted after. We are always looking for users to help us write about the history, add. Utilizzando il sito, accetti lutilizzo dei cookie da parte del sito. The ug aero compax is one of the more sought after watches by chrono collectors. Three more universal geneve tricompax references from the 1940s have been added to the reference guide. In the last 120 years, the company has made innovation and precision of timepieces their passion, creating chronographs and ultrathin movements unique to their era. Together with a reference number, the brand omega placed their serial numbers on the inside of the backcase. Its not hard to see why, with famed models such as the tricompax and their compax line in general. This is the final part of my reference guide to one of my favorite watches. I was unfamiliar with this, so i looked it up online. The vintage watch buying world is a minefield and the better equipped you are the better chance for a great buying experience. The history of switzerland, for the swiss people heinrich zschokke.
Hand wound material of watch watch case watch strap material. This is a small representation of what we have to offer. Here, a 1947 booklet published by henry stern agency to understand this newly successful range. This is a rare universal geneve dato compax, circa 1945. Universal chrono your definitive guide to universal. Universal 166 855kb download universal 24, 25 1,358kb download universal 66 1,368kb download universal 68sc, 69scc 1,297kb download universal 75, 76 1,184kb download. Since 1932, it has been owned by the stern family in switzerland.
Looking for tipsinfo listing a universal geneve chrono watch. We all know about geddys wine and bass collections, but did you know he also is an avid collector of watches. With universal geneve being the first maker of a wristwatch with two chronograph pushers, this stunning piece belongs to a historical horological. Vintage 1940s yellow gold universal geneve unicompax. Correct, though seldom seen alpha style hands with original luminous material makes this piece quite unique, as most hands seen on the tricompax are the more typical sword luminous style or blued steel leaf style. A 1940s universal geneve tri compax was one of my first really great watches. The watch offered today is in good vintage condition. Since its beginnings, the company has produced complete watches with inhouse movements, and throughout the 20th century, distributed many notable and important timepieces. Universal geneve sa is a swiss luxury watch company, founded in 1894 as universal watch. Thats the topic of a new interview titled geddy lee. Moonphase, month, date, weekday, chronograph, tachymeter, hours, minutes, subseconds features.
Its silhouette should be familiar to collectors, with sharp, twisted lugs and bezel reminiscent of the omega speedmasters. I was in switzerland many years ago and i happened upon this cool watch shop, and a great conversation with a very nice chap there led to my leaving with a black bezel rolex gmt. This watch was way ahead of its time when introduced in 1941. In 1936, universal geneve created its first aero compax short for. So in the 1990s, when universal geneve wanted to commemorate its centennial, a chronograph seemed a natural choice. Universal geneve compax evil nina nina mark 1 sub dial hands. Orologi universal geneve usati gioielleria orologi zani. Apr 17, 2016 and today, with the generous help from our friends over at lt watches who provided the timepiece, we bring you the complete anatomy of a modern cult classic in the form of a super sexy, 100% badass vintage chronograph from the 1970s that was most famously donned by nina rindt, the finnish model and widow of jochen rindt, the only person to ever.
Three more universal geneve tri compax references from the 1940s have been added to the reference guide. Books and tourist guides about geneva city guide geneva. The universal geneve tricompax has long been a favourite among collectors with its ability to showcase mechanical complexity whilst still retaining beautiful aesthetics. The appellation universal was only adopted in 1934 when the brand was established in geneva. This original example showcases a sharp case and original dial and makes for a great alternative to more minimalist dress watches. Carriage clocks, their history and development, woodbridge 1974. If you are looking for detailed illustrations and steps on how to service, adjust or repair a collectible movement, you will more than likely find what you need in this. This detailed collectors reference book is dedicated to this very special and beautiful series.
Universal geneve was founded in 1894 and is known for its high level of craftsmanship and technical excellence. Thank you for visiting our universal geneve parts page. Get the best deals on universal geneve dial when you shop the largest online. An appealing manual winding caliber 285 movement and two tone dial featuring arabic numerals are housed.
In his recent post about the medicocompax he recently picked up, ben clymer referred to a book on universal geneve by sala. Quotations from second hand watches universal tricompax. Caliber 281 movement with day, date and month indicator, moonphase, chronograph, original black dial and white subdials are in fantastic condition, bezel has faded to a brownishgray color, all luminous material on hands and dial are. The manual winding universal geneve movement is accurate with all functions operating correctly. The universal geneve tricompax has a very special place in my heart as universal geneve was one of the first brands that i researched for my lost to time series and one of the first truly beautiful watches i lusted after. Purchasers should be aware that it doesnt include the three hand ugs, such as polerouters, and the potted ug history that opens the volume is a cutandpaste from universal geneve. Universal geneve compax nina rindt ref 88510302 patek philippe 3940g perpetual calendar. Pdf download fifty watches that changed the world by.
I do own a universal geneve watch from the late 60s in 18k gold. Universal geneve, compax, ref 22499, 1943, sold for chf 12,500. One serial number indicates in which year or periode the watch was produced while the other number the reference number indicates which model or serie the specific watch belongs to. It looks like a terrific resource, and for anyone else on this forum who was equally in the dark, i am happy to share the web site for the book. All parts are genuine and are new old stock unless otherwise noted.
A 1940s universal geneve tricompax was one of my first really great watches. Universal geneve extract from the archives confirming the. Second time ticking universal geneve tricompax chronograph. Universal geneve tricompax 1940s mens vintage chronograph. This site was built by universal geneve watch lovers to help others enjoy the vintage culture surrounding universal geneve watches. Throwback to 2015 with this beautiful universal geneve tricompax montres. An appealing manual winding caliber 285 movement and two tone dial featuring arabic numerals are housed in an 18k yellow gold case.
Part of their charm is their complexity, offering a triple calendar with a moonphase and chronograph functions, while retaining a beautiful aesthetics. Universal geneve unicompax compur vintage chrono 18k yellow gold. I cant think of a better watch to start a series of reference guides for. Lake success is often satiric, deploying the same sharp skills as shteyngarts earlier novels. Universals later compax sport models, like the nina rindt and evil nina, have spiked in value and received more than their fair share of attention recently, but as any vintage chronograph nerd will tell you, the tricompax moonphase is ugs true flagship model. These watches do not come up for sale very often, and are highly collectible. The internal tachymeter bezel scale that measure how fast. The inhouse, manuallywound calibre 281 chronograph movement was a great.
The page in arranged in alphabetical order using the description column. Universal geneve rare 1968 universal geneve tri compax triple. The automatic ones were safe within their swiss kubik watch winders, but the manually wound ones should not be exposed to such shocks, especially. In addition to its automatic smooth sweep timekeeping, the compax was. Buy vintage universal geneve tricompax 22297 watch buy. Sala is an essential resource if you are serious about your ug chronographs and other complications. It is also here to help inform new buyers of what they are getting. In addition, the brand also makes historical claim for creating the firstever. Universal geneve mechanical handwinding wristwatches for sale.
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