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Universal Follow A fine and very rare pink gold chronograph wristwatch with multi-scale dial 宇宙，精細及非常罕有，古董18K玫瑰金腕錶，配計時功能，約1952年製 1952 37.5mm Diameter Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
Manufacturer : Universal Year : 1952 Case No : 124'113 Model Name : Compax Climate Proof Material : 18K pink gold Calibre : Manual, cal. 285, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap : Leather Clasp/Buckle : Gilt Universal pin buckle Dimensions : 37.5mm Diameter Signed : Case, dial, movement and buckle signed Accessories : Accompanied by Universal presentation box and an Extract from the Archives confirming the production of the present watch in 1952. Catalogue Essay In the wake of Rolex waterproof Oyster case developed in the first half of the 20th century, and spurred by a newfound interest of the public toward water sports and a more widespread diffusion of outdoor sports in general, many companies developed timepieces with some degree of resistance to either water or atmospheric agents. The present watch exemplifies Universal determination to work on the subject. As the dial boldly states, this is a Climate-Proof model, that is: the movement is protected by an additional case back which grants improved protection from external elements such a dust and moisture, and the pushers as well have a waterproof construction. As highlighted by the Universal Extract from the Archives itself, Climate-proof Compax timepieces are very rare. Furthermore, finding one still bearing the inner case back is even more difficult, as this detail is often lost to the ages. Featuring a quite large for the time 37mm case diameter and a highly attractive and honest multiscale dial with red telemeter and blue tachymeter scales, this watch is a highly charming examples of the early days of sport’s watches: while the general idea of a resistant timepiece has obviously been deemed by Universal to be commercially viable, the case and dial design have yet to evolve to the more sporty looks normally associated with this category of watches. An extremely interesting and insightful “chimera”, furthermore offered in very attractive condition. Read More Maker Bio Universal Swiss • 1894 Follow Universal Genève was founded in Le Locle, Switzerland in 1894 and was originally known as "Universal Watch." Since its inception, Universal Genève has produced watches with unusually high quality for their price point. Universal was among the first brands to introduce a chronograph wristwatch. Today, the firm's vintage models are highly sought-after and desired for their oversized cases and interesting dial designs. Key models include a variety of "Compax" models such as the "Nina Rindt" or "Evil Nina," the Uni-Compax, the Space-Compax, the Aero-Compax and the Film-Compax. View More Works