{"title":"Featured Universal Genève","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"universal-geneve-tri-compax-moonphase-as03090","title":"Universal Genève Tri-Compax Moonphase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe term 'Grail' in wristwatch collecting suggests a stature of rarity, excellence, historical significance, and an emotional 'X-Factor' that blurs the lines between reason and heart. Most of the time, however, the word is overused and applied simply to expensive watches that are hard to get new at retail. This is \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e one of those times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Universal Genève Tri-Compax line is one of the most desirable series of complicated vintage models ever made. Debuting before the Second World War, the Tri-Compax combines high-end manufacture with outstanding designs that evolved with the times, and offers the wearer chronograph, calendar, and moonphase functionality. While brands such as Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin may take the prize for the most \u003cem\u003eexpensive\u003c\/em\u003e calendar chronographs, the mid-century offerings from Universal are absolutely mouth-watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece we have offered here is a Reference 881101\/03, dating from the 1960s. It combines the signature HF twisted lug case design popularized by watches such as the Omega Speedmaster and Universal Genève 'Nina Rindt' chronographs with a complete calendar moonphase movement in the form of the Calibre .281. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSized at approximately 36mm, it sports an exceedingly rare and stunning navy sunburst dial with contrasting white subsidiary registers and an outer tachymètre bezel. Depending on lighting conditions the dial comes off as radiant blue to light grey, and offers a visual feast. Furthermore, there is a three-dimensionality to this reference that isn't as identifiable on others, with recessed sub-registers, day \u0026amp; month indicators, and moonphase, alongside raised luminous indices and a raised inner chapter ring with blue markings. Add on an acrylic crystal, correct Gay Freres multi-link bracelet with signed clasp, and a perfect level of patination, and you've got yourself a genuine, bonafide grail watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis outstanding piece comes from the personal collection of our Founder, and there is no saying when or where another in this condition will surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19581328293975,"sku":"18040112","price":43500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS03090_18040112_UNIVERSALGENEVE_TRI-COMPAXMOONPHASE_881101-03-6.jpg?v=1644591387"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-automatic-dress-watch-as04953","title":"Universal Genève Automatic Dress Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is something very, very special. And you don't need to be a collector to know it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe year is 1950, it's the post war era and the mood is at its brightest and so is fashion. Men start using wristwatches to have the time on their wrist and tend to go for more precious metals. Dress watches become quite common and it's a must have on the \u003c\/span\u003earistocracy's wrist. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gorgeous Universal Genève is one of them and is an excellent example of the capabilities that the brand had been so focused on honing. Starting with the elegant 35mm pink gold case with 'fin' lugs to its honeycomb dial with applied 'pyramid' indices and Arabic quadrants, this piece simply vibrates with superlative craftsmanship and design, and in its current (read: outstanding) condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom any angle, this watch is class personified. Like the pocket watches of days gone by, it’s a sign of distinction that can be appreciated by anyone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39470006927447,"sku":"40990250","price":3850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS04953_40990250_UNIVERSALGENEVE_PINKGOLDBUMPERAUTOMATIC_10208-7.jpg?v=1636140970"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-deluxe-as06298","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter Deluxe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVery rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular Polerouter, a Reference 10234-2 “Deluxe” is something special. Dating to the 1950s, it features a rare 36mm yellow gold case, an acrylic crystal, a signed crown, a nicely refinished sunburst silver 'crosshair' dial with \u003cem\u003earrowhead\u003c\/em\u003e quadrant indices and a yellow gold chapter ring, a matching \u003cem\u003edauphine\u003c\/em\u003e handset, and an automatic “bumper” movement within. It’s a fun, all-gold edition of a truly important watch from the most famous watch designer in history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for rare and interesting Polerouters such as this one!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39685732991063,"sku":"40990596","price":3750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS06298_40990596_UNIVERSALGENEVE_POLEROUTERDELUXE_10234-2-6.jpg?v=1649362720"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-date-as04391","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter Date","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVery rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular Polerouter, a Reference 104503\/1, dates to circa the late 1950s and offers something a bit more special. It features a solid 18K yellow gold \u003cem\u003etwisted-lug\u003c\/em\u003e case with a satin champagne-toned dial with a matching \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edauphine\u003c\/em\u003e handset, and UG's \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCalibre 215-1 automatic-winding micro-rotor movement within.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe culmination of design details like the gorgeous graduated chapter ring with the integrated asymmetric date window, the svelte 'microtor' movement, the twisted lug case, and the outstanding build quality, leave us with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly important watch from the most famous watch designer in history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Polerouters such as this one!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39776237813847,"sku":"40990178","price":5450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS04391_40990178_UNIVERSALGENEVE_POLEROUTERDATE18k-6_a194c548-6586-4dda-acaa-7261e752a2e0.jpg?v=1652973317"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-date-as04935","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter Date","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVery rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular Polerouter, a Reference 204504\/4, dates to circa the late 1950s and features a yellow gold capped \u003cem\u003etwisted-lug\u003c\/em\u003e case with a lovely patinated champagne-toned dial with a matching \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edauphine\u003c\/em\u003e handset, and UG's \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCalibre 215-1 automatic-winding micro-rotor movement within.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe culmination of design details like the gorgeous graduated chapter ring with the integrated asymmetric date window, the svelte 'microtor' movement, the twisted lug case, and the outstanding build quality, leave us with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly important watch from the most famous watch designer in history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for clean and interesting examples of Polerouters such as this one!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39776293027927,"sku":"40990316","price":3550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS04935_40990316_UNIVERSALGENEVE_POLEROUTERDATEGOLDCAP-6.jpg?v=1652978098"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-straight-lug-as06897","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter 'Straight Lug'","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVery rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular Polerouter, a Reference 20735\/22, dates to circa 1960-1961 and features a 34mm stainless steel case with straight lugs, a signed crown, and an acrylic crystal. Inside it has a glossy black Tritium dial with applied indices and a stainless steel chapter ring, a matching \u003cem\u003epencil\u003c\/em\u003e handset, and a variant of UG’s Caliber 218-9 automatic winding 'Microtor' movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Polerouters such as this one!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39787854299223,"sku":"40991023","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS06897_40991023_UNIVERSALGENEVE_POLEROUTERSTRAIGHTLUG_20375-22-6.jpg?v=1654263657"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-field-watch-as06316","title":"Universal Genève Field Watch","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUniversal Genève is a true vintage watch nerd's type of brand, and we're happy to see it's been growing in popularity and getting the recognition we feel it deserves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDating back to 1894, Universal earned its reputation by building beautiful watches powered by their innovative in-house movements, rather than using off-the-shelf parts like many of their Swiss counterparts. They were an early pioneer of chronographs with their Compax line in the 30's and 40's, brought us the timeless Polerouter in the 1950's, and put the world's thinnest automatic movement into the stunning White Shadow in the 1960's. That's quite a track record, but there is so much more to UG than just those models: Indeed, some of their simple field watches offer incredible value \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e are beautiful to behold, to boot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDating to circa 1938-1939, this UG Reference 7480 field watch is housed in a 32mm stainless steel ‘stepped’ case with an acrylic crystal, an unsigned crown, and a thick, smooth bezel. This attractive case houses a satin silver dial with a black outer \u003cem\u003erailroad\u003c\/em\u003e minutes track, a sub-seconds register at 6:00, Radium \u003cem\u003eArabic\u003c\/em\u003e indices, and a matching blued-steel \u003cem\u003ealpha \u003c\/em\u003ehandset. Powered by the manually-wound Universal Genève Calibre 262 movement, this military\/field-style timepiece comes paired to an awesome brown ‘Bund’-style leather strap with a signed steel pin buckle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSmall in size but big in character, this piece provides an excellent jumping-off place for the enterprising collector looking for something just a little bit different — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eespecially\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e a collector interested in military-style watches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39807188893783,"sku":"40990602","price":2350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/As06316_40990602_UNIVERSALGENEVE_FIELDWATCH_7480-6.jpg?v=1655919430"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-ultra-slim-kanji-dress-watch-as05446","title":"Universal Genève Ultra Slim 'Kanji' Dress Watch","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUniversal Genève is a true vintage watch nerd's type of brand, and we're happy to see it's been growing in popularity and getting the recognition we feel it deserves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDating back to 1894, Universal earned its reputation by building beautiful watches powered by their innovative in-house movements, rather than using off-the-shelf parts like many of their Swiss counterparts. They were an early pioneer of chronographs with their Compax line in the 30's and 40's, brought us the timeless Polerouter in the 1950's, and put the world's thinnest automatic movement into the stunning White Shadow in the 1960's. That's quite a track record, but there is so much more to UG than just those models: Indeed, some of their simple field and dress watches offer incredible value \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e are beautiful to behold, to boot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this simple, gold-plated dress piece, for example: It features an incredible \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKanji \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003edial in place of a more standard Arabic or Roman example, adding interest that’s difficult to find in your average modern timepiece. While it’s thin enough to slip easily under a cuff and remain inconspicuous, this delightful, small variation is enough to capture the attention of even the most jaded horological aficionado. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular watch from the 1970s is housed in a 31mm yellow gold-plated case with a snapback, a signed crown, and an acrylic crystal. It features a satin champagne dial with printed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKanji\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e indices and a matching \u003cem\u003efeuille \u003c\/em\u003ehandset. Powered by the manually wound Universal Genève Calibre 42 movement, it comes paired to a lovely green calf leather strap with s gold plated pin buckle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn excellent condition for its age and affordably priced, this is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates something \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ejust a little bit different\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e in his or her dress watches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTry it on for size!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39822584053847,"sku":"40990308","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS05446_40990308_UNIVERSALGENEVE_ULTRASLIMKANJIDRESSWATCH_542101-16-6.jpg?v=1657202930"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-broad-arrow-as06898","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter 'Broad Arrow'","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVery rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular Polerouter, a Reference 20360\/3, stands out as something incredibly special. Dating to circa 1956-1957, it features a stainless steel \u003cem\u003etwisted-lug\u003c\/em\u003e case with a gloss black dial with a Tritium-filled chapter ring and a matching \u003ci\u003ebroad arrow\u003c\/i\u003e handset. When combined with a correct signed, domed 'big crown', and UG's \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCalibre 215 automatic-winding micro-rotor movement within, this piece packs a massive punch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf all of those details don't sound like they're good enough — don't worry — theres more. The dial on this particular example has taken on an \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eincredible and mesmerizing \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etropical\u003c\/em\u003e patina, that when combines with the patinated luminous elements, leavs us with one of the most striking Polerouters that we have ever seen on the market. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe culmination of design details like the gorgeous graduated chapter ring with the integrated asymmetric date window, the 'crosshair' dial, the svelte 'microtor' movement, the twisted lug case, and the outstanding build quality, leave us with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly important watch from the most famous watch designer in history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Polerouters — with this example being a holy grail for any collector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39859517653079,"sku":"40991024","price":15900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS06898_40991024_UNIVERSALGENEVE_POLEROUTERBROADARROW_20360-3--6.jpg?v=1658787925"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-bathtub-as06900","title":"Universal Genève 'Bathtub'","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this dressy timepiece, for example: Dating to circa 1967, it features a convex, ‘bathtub’-like shape that perfectly hugs the wrist. Housed in a 34mm x 44mm elliptical stainless steel case with ‘holey’ lugs, an acrylic crystal, and a signed crown, it features a deep, glossy blue dial with printed white indices and a matching white ‘stick’ handset. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePowered by the manually wound Universal Genève Caliber 1-42 it comes fitted to one of our Analog:Shift beige leather straps with a steel pin buckle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates something \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ejust a little bit different\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - or rather, very funky. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - 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full stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40009055469655,"sku":"40990331","price":1550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS05596_40990331_UNIVERSALGENEVEMANUALWINDSTEELDRESSWATCH_842123-6.jpg?v=1666627880"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-white-shadow-mosaic-dial-as07459","title":"Universal Genève White Shadow 'Mosaic' Dial","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake the White Shadow lineup for example: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThanks to its slim automatic winding 'Microtor' movement, these timepieces were (and are) technically impressive and comfortable timepieces, while simultaneously very interesting by design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular piece, a Reference 866142, dates to circa the mid-1970s and features a 35mm stainless steel stepped-square case with a signed crown, and an absolutely fantastic, blue 'mosaic' dial with applied indices and a matching 'pencil' handset. What’s more, it’s powered by the Universal Genève Cal. 2-66 automatic winding movement utilizing a micro-rotor, and comes fitted to one of our Analog:Shift beige leather straps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates something \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ejust a little bit different\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - or rather, very funky. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - full stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40041581346903,"sku":"40991106","price":5750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS07459_40991100_UNIVERSALGENEVE_WHITESHADOWAUTOMATICULTRA-SLIM86614-6.jpg?v=1669153466"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-date-as07928","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter Date","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVery rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular Polerouter, a Reference 569119\/06, dates to circa the late 1960s and features a 34mm gold-plated stainless steel case with faceted lugs, a signed screw-down crown, and a magnified acrylic crystal. Inside, it has a deep glossy black Tritium dial with applied indices and a matching handset, a framed date window, and UG’s Caliber 69 automatic winding 'Microtor' movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Polerouters such as this one!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40054028075095,"sku":"40991161","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS07928_40991161_UNIVERSALGENEVE_POLEROUTERDATE_2637132.jpg?v=1670517174"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-jet-as07927","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter Jet","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVery rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular Polerouter, a Reference 20355\/4, dates to circa the 1957 and features a 33.5mm stainless steel case with faceted lugs, a signed crown, and an acrylic crystal. Inside, it has a fantastic brushed silver 'crosshair' dial with a polished chapter ring and applied indices, a matching 'dauphine' handset, and UG’s Caliber 215-9 automatic winding 'Microtor' movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Polerouters such as this one!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40054071951447,"sku":"40991160","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS07927_40991160_UNIVERSALGENEVE_POLEROUTERJETTTDIAL_20355-4-6.jpg?v=1670517207"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-jet-as07926","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter Jet","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVery rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular Polerouter, a Reference 40355\/1, dates to circa the 1958 and features a 33.5mm gold plated case with faceted lugs, a signed crown, and an acrylic crystal. Inside, it has a lovely, flawless satin silver dial with applied indices, a matching 'dauphine' handset, and UG’s Caliber 215-9 automatic winding 'Microtor' movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Polerouters such as this one!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40054174974039,"sku":"40991159","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS07926_40991159_UNIVERSALGENEVE_POLEROUTERJERYG_40355-1-6.jpg?v=1670441997"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-dress-watch-for-j-e-caldwell-and-co-as04146","title":"Universal Genève Dress Watch For J.E. Caldwell \u0026 Co.","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches  and more casual wearers are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake this charming timepiece, for example: A time-only steel watch, double-signed by \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eJ.E. Caldwell \u0026amp; Co - a storied Jeweler in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, who originally retailed the timepiece. This signature, as obscure as it might be for those outside the Keystone State, is a window into how the industry \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eused\u003c\/em\u003e to be run. Today, finding a retailer signature on a contemporary piece is incredibly rare and usually only found on ultra-luxury brands. But in the 1950s the world of mechanical timekeeping was experiencing boom times, and major houses such as Universal Genève were more than happy to produce special dials for their key accounts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt features a 33.5mm \u003cem\u003etwisted-lug\u003c\/em\u003e case with an acrylic crystal, a satin silver dial with applied 'dart and 'Arabic' indices, a matching 'dauphine' handset, and a Universal Genève Calibre 138SS automatic winding 'bumper' movement within.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitted to one of our Analog:Shift straps, this fantastic piece is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eperfect entryway into not just Universal Genève, but for the budding vintage collector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - full stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40092090597463,"sku":"40990135","price":1985.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS04146_40990135_UNIVERSALGENEVE_DOUBLESIGNEDSTEELDRESSWATCH_20219-7_0bab5815-51ba-41b8-92f3-f5ea77153da4.jpg?v=1730487802"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-tri-compax-moonphase-as08245","title":"Universal Genève Tri-Compax Moonphase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe term 'Grail' in wristwatch collecting suggests a stature of rarity, excellence, historical significance, and an emotional 'X-Factor' that blurs the lines between reason and heart. Most of the time, however, the word is overused and applied simply to expensive watches that are hard to get new at retail. This is \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e one of those times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Universal Genève Tri-Compax line is one of the most desirable series of complicated vintage models ever made. Debuting before the Second World War, the Tri-Compax combines high-end manufacture with outstanding designs that evolved with the times, and offers the wearer chronograph, calendar, and moonphase functionality. While brands such as Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin may take the prize for the most \u003cem\u003eexpensive\u003c\/em\u003e calendar chronographs, the mid-century offerings from Universal are absolutely mouth-watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece we have offered here is a Reference 881101\/03, dating from the 1960s. It combines the signature HF twisted lug case design popularized by watches such as the Omega Speedmaster and Universal Genève 'Nina Rindt' chronographs with a complete calendar moonphase movement in the form of the Calibre .281. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSized at approximately 36mm, it sports an exceedingly rare and stunning navy sunburst dial with contrasting white subsidiary registers and an outer tachymètre bezel. Depending on lighting conditions the dial comes off as radiant blue to light grey, and offers a visual feast. Furthermore, there is a three-dimensionality to this reference that isn't as identifiable on others, with recessed sub-registers, day \u0026amp; month indicators, and moonphase, alongside raised luminous indices and a raised inner chapter ring with blue markings. Add on an acrylic crystal, correct Gay Freres multi-link bracelet with signed clasp, and a perfect level of patination, and you've got yourself a genuine, bonafide grail watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis outstanding piece once belonged in the personal collection of our Founder, and is an all-time favorite of our Timepiece Specialist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no saying when or where another in this condition will surface again, so dont miss it!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40131368452183,"sku":"40991251","price":32950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS03090_18040112_UNIVERSALGENEVE_TRI-COMPAXMOONPHASE_881101-03-6_b75162ad-54b6-45a6-a311-aae17291751e.jpg?v=1677870647"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-tri-compax-as08228","title":"Universal Genève Tri-Compax","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tri-Compax line builds on the Compax, combining high-end manufacture with outstanding designs that evolved with the times, and offers the wearer chronograph, calendar, and moonphase functionality. While brands such as Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin may take the prize for the most \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eexpensive\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e calendar chronographs, the mid-century offerings from Universal are absolutely mouth-watering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces - to proper sporty racing chronographs with a more substantial case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular piece, a Reference 222100-2\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e exists somewhere in the middle. There’s an undoubted elegance to the layout of the dial, but the fact that the case is steel makes it more utilitarian than that of a precious metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDating to circa 1963-1964, it features a 36mm \u003cem\u003etwisted-lug\u003c\/em\u003e case with an absolutely gorgeous, brushed silver dial with radial brushed sub registers and a blue \u003cem\u003etachymeter\u003c\/em\u003e chapter ring, a matching \u003cem\u003edauphine\u003c\/em\u003e handset, a signed crown, and UG's Calibre 281 hand-cranking chronograph movement with moonphase within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe culmination of design details like the brushed dial with the applied 'U' logo at 12:00, the gorgeous twisted-lug case, and the elegant dauphine handset, leave us with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly excellent package that represents phenomenal value next to its better know competitors in its day such as the Rolex Daytona and Heuer Carrera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Tri-Compaxes such as this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are massive fans and are delighted to offer this one here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40152329158743,"sku":"40991246","price":14900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS08228_40991246_UNIVERSALGENEVE_TRI-COMPAX_2302394.jpg?v=1680191588"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-tri-compax-as08229","title":"Universal Genève Tri-Compax","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tri-Compax line builds on the Compax, combining high-end manufacture with outstanding designs that evolved with the times, and offers the wearer chronograph, calendar, and moonphase functionality. While brands such as Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin may take the prize for the most \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eexpensive\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e calendar chronographs, the mid-century offerings from Universal are absolutely mouth-watering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces - to proper sporty racing chronographs with a more substantial case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular piece, a Reference 12295\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e dates to circa 1950 and features a 38mm case finished in rose gold with a satin silver dial with radial brushed sub registers and a matching\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e'dauphine' handset, a signed crown, and UG's Calibre 481 hand-cranking chronograph movement with moonphase within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis early 'jumbo' example remains in fantastic condition overall and represents nearly everything that we love about old UG. Fantastic build quality executed in a functional package with looks to die for. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Tri-Compaxes such as this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are massive fans and are delighted to offer this one here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40152353865815,"sku":"40991247","price":4594.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS08229_40991247_UNIVERSALGENEVE_TRI-COMPAX_12295-6.jpg?v=1708026592"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-compax-nina-rindt-3","title":"Universal Genève Compax 'Jumbo'","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces - to proper sporty racing chronographs with a more substantial case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular Compax, a Reference 22704-1\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e exists somewhere in the middle. There’s an undoubted elegance to the layout of the dial, but the fact that the case is steel makes it more utilitarian than that of a precious metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDating to circa 1962, it features a 38mm case with a polished bezel, a signed crown, a beautiful, sunburst silver dial with applied indices, 'radial' sub registers, an outer blue \u003cem\u003etachymeter\u003c\/em\u003e scale, a matching\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e'dauphine' handset, and UG's Calibre 130 hand-cranking chronograph movement within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe culmination of design details like the dynamic dial with the applied 'U' logo at 12:00, the gorgeous faceted case, and the elegant dauphine handset, leave us with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly excellent package that represents phenomenal value next to its better know competitors in its day such as the Rolex Daytona and Heuer Carrera. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Compaxes such as this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are massive fans and are delighted to offer this one here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40219400863831,"sku":"40991426","price":6450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS08713_40991426_UNIVERSALGENEVE_COMPAX_JUMBO__22704-1-6.jpg?v=1690488347"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-compax-nina-rindt-4","title":"Universal Genève Compax 'Nina Rindt'","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces - to proper sporty racing chronographs with a more substantial case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular Compax, a Reference 885103\/02\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e is the latter of the two. It not only features a desirable 'panda dial' — a nickname given to chronographs that feature a white dial with black subsidiary registers — but also has some cool motorsport lore behind backing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model was catapulted into the collector's periphery after being worn by the famous model Nina Rindt, nee' Nina Lincoln, who was married to the legendary Formula One driver Joachim Rindt. Although Joachim died in a crash during a practice run for the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, Italy in 1970, he went on to win the Formula One World Driver's Championship posthumously, which had never happened before, and hasn't since! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eNina has been seen and photographed numerous times wearing this Reference, giving it its name, the 'Nina Rindt.'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular example dates 1966 and features a 36mm \u003cem\u003etwisted-lug \u003c\/em\u003ecase with a signed crown, an acrylic crystal, barrel pushers, and an externally mounted bezel with a black tachymeter insert. Within the case you'll find the white 'panda' dial with black subsidiary registers, black painted indices, a matching handset, and Universal Genève's hand-cranking Calibre 85 movement (based off the venerable Valjoux 72).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFitted to a blue Ralstra International® perforated leather rallye strap with a drilled pin buckle, this piece also bears an always cool engraving on the caseback and its boxes and paperwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e The culmination of design details like \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ethat gorgeous 'panda' dial with the applied 'U' logo at 12:00, the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003elovely \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003etwisted-lug\u003c\/em\u003e case, and that external tachy bezel, leave us with \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly excellent package that represents phenomenal value next to its better know competitors in its day such as the Rolex Daytona and Heuer Carrera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Compaxes such as this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are massive fans and are delighted to offer this one here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40219990786135,"sku":"40991357","price":23850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS08598_40991357_UNIVERSALGENEVE_COMPAX_NINARINDT__885103-02-7.jpg?v=1730489254"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-uni-compax-1","title":"Universal Genève Uni-Compax","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces - to proper sporty racing chronographs with a more substantial case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular piece, a two-register Uni-Compax Reference 12445\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e is the former of the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDating to circa 1945, it features 34.5mm case with square pushers, an acrylic crystal, a satin silver dial with radial brushed sub registers and an outer \u003cem\u003etachymeter\u003c\/em\u003e scale, a matching blued-steel handset, and UG's Calibre 285 hand-cranking chronograph movement within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis early example remains in strong condition overall and represents nearly everything that we love about old UG. Fantastic build quality executed in a functional package with looks to die for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for Compaxes such as this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are massive fans and are delighted to offer this one here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40220554952791,"sku":"40991379","price":4900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS08618_40991379_UNIVERSALGENEVE_UNI-COMPAX_12445-6.jpg?v=1690561388"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-uni-compax-as08283","title":"Universal Genève Uni-Compax","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces - to proper sporty racing chronographs with a more substantial case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular piece, a two-register Uni-Compax Reference 32416\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e exists somewhere in the middle. There’s an undoubted elegance to the layout of the dial, but the fact that the case is steel makes it more utilitarian than that of a precious metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDating to circa 1949, it features what would have been considered an 'oversize' 38mm case with a beautiful satin silver dial with radial brushed sub registers and an outer blue \u003cem\u003etachymeter\u003c\/em\u003e scale, a matching\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e'kite' handset, and UG's Calibre 287 hand-cranking chronograph movement within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis early example remains in fantastic condition overall and represents nearly everything that we love about old UG. Fantastic build quality executed in a functional package with looks to die for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Compaxes such as this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are massive fans and are delighted to offer this one here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40220577529943,"sku":"40991275","price":4770.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS08283_40991275_UNIVERSALGENEVE_UNI-COMPAX_JUMBO__1433032-6_86a1dd71-a642-43c4-993e-6dd18f1fa0b5.jpg?v=1730489308"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-compax-3","title":"Universal Genève Compax","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces - to proper sporty racing chronographs with a more substantial case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular Compax, a Reference \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e222101\/1,\u003c\/span\u003e exists somewhere in the middle. There’s an undoubted elegance to the layout of the dial, but the fact that the case is steel makes it more utilitarian than that of a precious metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDating to circa 1961-1962, it features a 36mm \u003cem\u003etwisted-lug\u003c\/em\u003e case with an acrylic crystal, a beautiful, brushed silver dial with 'radial' sub registers, an outer blue \u003cem\u003etachymeter\u003c\/em\u003e scale, a matching\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e'dauphine' handset, and UG's Calibre 281 hand-cranking chronograph movement within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe culmination of design details like the brushed dial with the applied 'U' logo at 12:00, the gorgeous twisted-lug case, and the elegant dauphine handset, leave us with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly excellent package that represents phenomenal value next to its better know competitors in its day such as the Rolex Daytona and Heuer Carrera. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Compaxes such as this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are massive fans and are delighted to offer this one here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40220580773975,"sku":"40990931","price":8250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS06552_40990931_UNIVERSALGENEVE_COMPAX_2221903-6_fce04297-dfc6-4929-ad7b-09a94af2049c.jpg?v=1690563804"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-compax-2","title":"Universal Genève Compax","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces - to proper sporty racing chronographs with a more substantial case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular Compax, a 'Compax 1950,' represents the last of the breed. These were produced in the 1990s as a last-attempt to capture the essence of of what UG always excelled at — the chronograph. They were offered in a variety of metals and different dial colors, and all came in with a 36mm\u003cem\u003e twisted-lug\u003c\/em\u003e case and housed the venerable Lemania 1863 within (essentially the Omega Cal. .861).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular example, a Reference 884.475, features a lovely sunburst silver 'panda'-esque dial with applied indices and maroon subsidiary registers, a matching 'dauphine' handset, a signed crown, and one of our Analog:Shift vintage-style leather straps with a steel pin buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe culmination of design details like the sunburst dial with the applied 'U' logo at 12:00, the gorgeous twisted-lug case, and the elegant dauphine handset, leave us with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly excellent package that represents phenomenal value next to its predecessors — which are great value when pitted against better know competitors in its day such as the Rolex Daytona and Heuer Carrera. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the market for a clean and sporty chronograph? Universal Geneve is one of the first brands you should seriously consider. And for under $5k, you really can't beat it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40220581068887,"sku":"40991434","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS08723_40991434_UNIVERSALGENEVE_COMPAXCHRONOGRAPH_884.475-6.jpg?v=1690563955"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-compax-5","title":"Universal Genève Compax","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces - to proper sporty racing chronographs with a more substantial case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular Compax, a Reference 22498\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e exists somewhere in the middle. There’s an undoubted elegance to the layout of the dial, but the fact that the case is steel makes it more utilitarian than that of a precious metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDating to circa 1945, it features a 35mm case with a polished bezel, square pushers, an unsigned crown, a beautiful, 'brushed' silver dial with applied gold-foil 'Arabic' indices, 'radial' sub registers, an outer blue \u003cem\u003etachymeter\u003c\/em\u003e scale, a matching gold-tone 'feuille' handset, and UG's Calibre 285 hand-cranking chronograph movement within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis early example remains in strong condition overall and represents nearly everything that we love about old UG. Fantastic build quality executed in a functional package with looks to die for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for Compaxes such as this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are massive fans and are delighted to offer this one here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40242123112535,"sku":"40991429","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS08717_40991429_UNIVERSALGENEVE_COMPAZCHRONOGRAPH_22498-6.jpg?v=1694016669"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-white-shadow-turler","title":"Universal Genève White Shadow Türler","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe White Shadow is elegant and comfortable, comes from one of the best brands and watch designers, and was one for the record books. Need we even go on?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUniversal Genève has been a mainstay of the watch collecting community, and with the recent news of the brand being revived by Breitling, their Polerouter and Compax models seem to be on every shopper’s shortlist. That said, there’s so much more to the brand than just those models, and for anyone in the market for a dress watch, the White Shadow just might be the perfect UG to add to the quiver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThanks to its record-breaking slim automatic movement, the White Shadow is a supremely comfortable watch. The 35mm stainless steel, cushion shaped case is impressively thin, but surprisingly provides a presence on the wrist with its case curves and stark white dial. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFeaturing printed black Roman hour indices and a matching black ‘pencil’ handset set, this piece offers a little something \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eextra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. Those with a trained eye will notice an additional signature stamped by the storied Swiss retailer, Türler.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOutfitted on an exceptional stainless steel mesh bracelet with a signed, locking clasp, this piece features a svelte, manual-winding UG Calibre 2-42 movement which explains why this piece sits so low on the wrist, making it a perfect choice for any formal endeavor.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThat said, if a t-shirt and jeans are more of your vibe, this piece absolutely works too, and only solidifies the White Shadow's versatility. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEveryone and their mother’s are asking us about the Polerouter and the Compax. It’s only a matter of time before the same happens for the White Shadow! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40681097330775,"sku":"40991800","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS09378_40991800_UNIVERSALGENEVE__WHITESHADOW_MANUALWINDFORTURLER_842143-6.jpg?v=1712632589"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-date-as09985","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter Date","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost of us, even the most diehard collectors, know only one watch designer by name: Gerald Genta.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe man behind the AP Royal Oak, the Patek Philippe Nautilus and the IWC Ingenieur, Genta changed the watch industry with his luxury stainless steel sports watches with sharp 70s lines and his characteristic integrated bracelet design.  But before he could pioneer haute horology, he had cut his teeth on a more approachable timepiece; the Universal Genève Polerouter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Polerouter was Genta's first watch design brought to market, penned by the young Swiss designer in his early 20s. The watch was a sales success and propelled Genta’s career forward (allowing for the greats such as the Royal Oak and the Nautilus.) The first Polerouter was released in 1954 (and originally called the POLARouter) to celebrate and promote Scandinavian Airlines’ Royal Viking polar flights between New York City, Los Angeles and Europe. The flights forged a new route over the North Pole, reducing flight times between the two continents. Flying over the North Pole presented a unique set of challenges for a watch, and the Polerouter was designed to be highly resistant to magnetic fields (in addition to the usual shock and water resistance) so as to maintain accuracy during the trip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Polerouter has gone on to enjoy a particularly special place in the hearts of collectors, with a recent surge in interest fueled by Universal Genève’s acquisition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular Polerouter Date is executed in solid 18K yellow gold with a beautiful sector-style dial. This wonderful example has preserved the twisted lug profile we have come to associate with this model, and it truly has a more elegant and less utilitarian personality when fashioned from yellow gold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41233494605911,"sku":"40992100","price":5250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS09985_40992100_UNIVERSALGENEVE_POLEROUTERDATE18K_104601-1-6.jpg?v=1725811637"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-cocktail-watch-as10351","title":"Universal Genève Cocktail Watch","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince its founding in 1894, Universal Genève has produced some of the world's most notable chronographs; significant micro-rotor automatic timepieces; and all manner of useful tool watches. The announcement in 2024 of its acquisition by Breitling sent positive shock waves through the industry, exciting enthusiasts around the globe who have long been hoping for a contemporary U.G. revival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eU.G.'s output was incredibly varied, as is evidenced by this \u003cem\u003egorgeous \u003c\/em\u003ecocktail watch. Housed in a round yellow gold case with an unsigned crown, a fluted bezel, and an acrylic crystal, it features a gold-tone dial with matching gold leaf hands and the Universal \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGenève wordmark printed in black.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttached to a simple black leather strap with a yellow gold buckle via ornate, stirrup-shaped yellow gold lugs fitted with blue cabochons, this cocktail watch packs 1950s charm into a potent package. Perfect for more formal events, it'll proudly add some mid 20th-century glamor to a 21st-century outfit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41648523640919,"sku":"40992252","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS10351_40992252_UNIVERSALGENEVE_QUARTZ-5.jpg?v=1746032566"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-compax-jumbo-as10483","title":"Universal Genève Compax 'Jumbo'","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces to proper sporty racing chronographs with more substantial cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular Compax, a Reference 22704-1\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e exists somewhere in the middle. There’s an undoubted elegance to the layout of the dial, but the fact that the case is steel makes it more utilitarian than an example cased in precious metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDating to 1962, it features a 38mm case with a polished bezel, a signed crown, a beautiful, sunburst silver dial with applied indices, 'radial' sub-registers, an outer blue tachymeter scale, a matching\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e'dauphine' handset, and UG's Calibre 130 hand-cranking chronograph movement within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe culmination of design details like the dynamic dial with the applied 'U' logo at 12 o'clock, the gorgeous faceted case, and the elegant dauphine handset leave us with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly excellent package that represents phenomenal value next to its better known competitors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Compaxes such as this!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41648565911639,"sku":"40992307","price":8450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS10483_40992307_UNIVERSALGENEVE_COMPAX_22704-1-6.jpg?v=1745340552"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-blue-checkered-dress-watch-as10598","title":"Universal Genève Blue 'Checker' Dress Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, U.G. designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this dressy timepiece, for example: it features a 25mm gold-plated rectangular case with a smooth bezel, a signed crown, and an acrylic crystal. Its cool blue 'checker' dial, meanwhile, features applied gold indices, a matching gold 'pencil' handset, and an applied Universal Genève logo. Powered by a hand-wound movement and paired to a signed, black leather strap with a gold-plated pin buckle, it's a handsome and unobtrusive piece that's perfect for both men and women.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIndeed, this Reference 542878 the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates something \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ejust a little bit different\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e — or rather, \u003cem\u003every\u003c\/em\u003e funky. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41739056250967,"sku":"40992356","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS10598_40992356_UNIVERSALGENEVE_BLUECHECKER_542878-6.jpg?v=1749577679"},{"product_id":"universal-gen-ve-bathtub-dress-watch-as10597","title":"Universal Genève 'Bathtub' Dress Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only timepieces alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this dressy timepiece, for example: Dating to circa the 1960s, it features a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e24 x 35 mm stainless steel Tank-like case with a smooth bezel, an acrylic crystal, a signed crown, and a lovely silver sunburst dial with applied 'baton' indices and a matching 'sword' handset. Powered by a hand-wound movement, it comes paired to a brown leather strap with tone-on-tone stitching and a stainless steel pin buckle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates something \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ejust a little bit different\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e — or rather, \u003cem\u003every\u003c\/em\u003e funky. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41739101208663,"sku":"40992355","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS10597_40992355_UNIVERSALGENEVE_SILVERSUNBURST-6.jpg?v=1750099188"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-compax-1950-as10737","title":"Universal Genève Compax 1950","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile its Polerouter is perhaps best known to collectors, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second in popularity — and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, it ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces to sporty racing chronographs housed in more substantial cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis model, the 1990s-era Compax 1950 Reference 884.485, took for its inpsiration the acclaimed Compax of the mid-20th century. Housed in a 37mm stainless steel case with dual pump pushers, a signed crown, an acrylic crystal, and a burgundy tachymeter bezel insert, it features a handsome silvered dial with an outer 1\/5th-seconds track, a triple-register chronograph display with burgundy totalizers, and a silvered 'dauphine' handset with a burgundy seconds hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePowered by a hand-wound Lemania chronograph movement and paired to one of our awesome Ralstra Driver straps and matching stainless steel pin buckle, this striking reissue presents a unique opportunity to buy into the U.G. universe...\u003cem\u003ebefore\u003c\/em\u003e the now Breitling-owned brand begins making a fresh crop at significantly higher prices!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41792501743703,"sku":"40992418","price":4450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS10737_40992418_UNIVERSALGENEVE_1950COMPAX_884.485-5.jpg?v=1752451472"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-prototype-dial-compax-as10803","title":"Universal Genève Prototype Dial Compax","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile its Polerouter is perhaps best known to collectors, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second in popularity — and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, it ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces to sporty racing chronographs housed in more substantial cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis model is perhaps one of the most collectible and rare in the world of vintage UG. In some respects, this is the equivalent of the Paul Newman Daytona, but far rarer. This is a prototype dial Compax. Single digit numbers of these are known to exist. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePerhaps the most defining attribute of this piece is its case. Notably, a case made by C.R. Spillman, a firm founded in Switzerland in 1884. Spillman made cases for Patek, Rolex, Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet, and others. Measuring a contemporary for its time 38mm in diameter, this watch was quite different from the 31-36mm sizing characteristic of chronos of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIts rarity alone would be sufficient to make this cool, but it also has vintage charm dialed to 11. A stunning 38mm case remains perfectly sized in 2025; a multi tone dial with three registers on it capture the ethos of the Compax vibe; a blue 'feuille' handset, pump pushers, and best of all, extremely clean condition throughout. It doesn't get much better than this. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis watch is a Compax, one of the most notable chronos in history. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1934, U.G. launched the Compur dual-register chronograph model at Basel. Two years later in 1936, it debuted two additional models: a dual-register 'Uni-Compax' with 45-minute and running seconds totalizers, and the triple-register Compax with 30-minute, 12-hour, and running seconds registers. The Compax has been viewed as one of the most important chronographs ever since.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePowered by a hand-wound,and stunning manually wound Calibre 386 movement and paired to a stainless steel multi-link bracelet, this striking watch is undoubtedly one of the most incredible watches we have had come through the office. Historically significant, outfitted with incredible detailing, and preserved in beautiful condition, this watch checks all the boxes to drive a vintage enthusiast mad. It won't last long so act quick. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41835226759255,"sku":"40992445","price":52500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS10803_40992445_UNIVERSALGENEVE_COMPAX_GREYGHOST_PROTOTYPE_22410--5.jpg?v=1755010018"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-jet-as10740","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter Jet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVery rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis particular Polerouter, a Reference \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e10369-4\u003c\/span\u003e, dates to the 1950s and features a gold case with faceted, twisted lugs, a signed crown, and an acrylic crystal. Inside, it has a lovely, flawless satin silver dial with applied indices, a matching 'dauphine' handset, and a UG automatic winding 'Microtor' movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith the recent acquisition of Universal Geneve, there has been a much deserved surge in interest in vintage UG watches--- especially the Polerouter. The perfect balance of dressy materials\/ finishes and subtle detailing helps make these watches smash a sweetspot for everyday wearability. Comfortable, versatile, timeless in appeal and classic in aesthetic, it's hard to beat a Polerouter from any era. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Polerouters such as this one!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41907782156375,"sku":"40992448","price":4950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS10740_40992448_UNIVERSALGENEVE_POLEROUTERYG_10369-4-6.jpg?v=1755271788"},{"product_id":"universal-gen-ve-blue-checker-dress-watch-as10959","title":"Universal Genève 'Blue Checker' Dress Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, U.G. designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this dressy timepiece, for example: it features a 25mm gold-plated rectangular case with a smooth bezel, a signed crown, and an acrylic crystal. Its cool blue 'checker' dial, meanwhile, features applied gold indices, a matching gold 'pencil' handset, and an applied Universal Genève logo. Powered by a hand-wound movement and paired to an alligator leather strap, it's a handsome and unobtrusive piece that's perfect for both men and women.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIndeed, this Reference \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e542679\u003c\/span\u003e the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates something \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ejust a little bit different\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e — or rather, \u003cem\u003every\u003c\/em\u003e funky. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41917213442135,"sku":"40992554","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS10959_40992554_UNIVERSALGENEVE_BLUECHECKER_542679--6.jpg?v=1756050642"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-denim-as10679","title":"Universal Genève 'Denim'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this timepiece, for example: modest in proportions, this watch packs a substantial presence and personality into its unassuming package. The secret? A denim dial. Textured dials on vintage watches is a happy marriage and this watch is a great representation of the magic that results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis Reference 842142 is fashioned from stainless steel and features a compact case powered by a slim manually-wound movement. To sweeten the deal, this piece ships with its correct Universal Geneve box and certificate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates superb quality and that very quintessential 1960s-1970s dress watch style meets exuberance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - full stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41918504632407,"sku":"40992404","price":3450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS10679_40992404_UNIVERSALGENEVE_DENIMDIAL_842142-5.jpg?v=1755473579"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-florentine-as11134","title":"Universal Genève Florentine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this timepiece, for example: modest in proportions, this watch packs a substantial presence and personality into its unassuming package. The secret? A florentine finished case. Textured cases and vintage watches is a winning marriage and this watch is a great representation of the magic that results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis piece is fashioned from 14K gold and features a compact case powered by a slim manually-wound UG Calibre 820.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates superb quality and that very quintessential 1960s-1970s dress watch style meets exuberance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - full stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42062129987671,"sku":"40992630","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS11134_40992630_UNIVERSALGENEVE_FLORENTINECASECALIBRE820-5_7143f63c-42df-4695-b939-fac4e5bc04ae.jpg?v=1762731015"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-fancy-lug-calibre-215-dress-watch-as11479","title":"Universal Genève 'Fancy Lug' Calibre 215 Dress Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this timepiece, for example: modest in proportions at 34mm, this watch packs a substantial presence and personality into its unassuming package. With unique lugs, and numerals, this piece captures its 1960s history perfectly, providing something that simply isn't offered on modern pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis piece is fashioned from 14K rose gold and features a compact case powered by a slim microrotor UG Calibre 215 movement. Adorned with a very clean silver dial, this piece features applied indices, matching dauphine handset and a pair of very \u003cem\u003efancy \u003c\/em\u003elugs!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates superb quality and that very quintessential 1960s-1970s dress watch style meets exuberance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - full stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42121404022871,"sku":"40992800","price":3750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS11479_40992800_UNIVERSALGENEVE_FANCYLUGMICROTOR18KROSEGOLD_10354-2-5.jpg?v=1764018262"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-french-market-jules-person-case-dress-watch-as11541","title":"Universal Genève French Market 'Jules Person Case' Dress Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this timepiece, for example: modest in proportions, this watch packs a substantial presence and personality into its unassuming package. The secret? A lovely grained dial. Vertically brushed across its surface, this lovely piece has a lemony charm to its patinaed gold case, with minimalist engravings for the indexes elevating the dial's sophistication. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis reference is fashioned from yellow gold and features a compact case powered by a slim manually-wound movement, UG's Calibre 250.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates superb quality and that very quintessential 1960s-1970s dress watch style meets exuberance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - full stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42411952635991,"sku":"40992824","price":6500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS11541_40992824_UNIVERSALGENEVE_FRENCHCASEJULESPERSON18K-6_988143e0-faf9-4199-b545-39e69f2cf5ca.jpg?v=1766162233"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-calatrava-as11538","title":"Universal Genève 'Calatrava'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this timepiece, for example: modest in proportions at 35mm, this watch packs a substantial presence and personality into its unassuming package. The secret? A lovely sector dial with applique explorer numerals at 3,6,9, and 12. This piece is topped off with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e'dauphine' handset and subsidiary seconds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis piece is fashioned from stainless steel and features a lovely sharp case powered by a UG Cal. 138 bumper movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates superb quality and that very quintessential 1960s-1970s dress watch style meets exuberance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - full stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42413320929367,"sku":"40992822","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS11538_40992822_UNIVERSALGENEVE_SECTORJUMBO_200051-6.jpg?v=1768321100"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-calatrava-as11412a","title":"Universal Genève 'Calatrava'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this timepiece, for example: modest in proportions, this watch packs a substantial presence and personality into its unassuming package. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis Reference \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e206514\/13\u003c\/span\u003e is fashioned from stainless steel and features a compact 35mm case powered by a slim manually-wound movement. This piece has minimalist faceted indexes that are polished and finished to complement the dauphine handset set over a lovely patinated dial. This piece truly captures the intrigue a patinaed vintage watch has to offer. So much personality and history cased in stainless steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates superb quality and that very quintessential 1950s-1960s dress watch style meets exuberance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - full stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42424135647319,"sku":"40992772","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS11412A_40992772_UNIVERSALGENEVE_MANUALWIND_206514-13--5.jpg?v=1766522959"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-compax-nina-rindt-pulsations-as11286","title":"Universal Genève Compax 'Nina Rindt' Pulsations","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand, and one that most of us here at Analog:Shift and vintage enthusiasts alike feel very strongly about.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile probably best known for the Polerouter, the line of chronographs known as the 'Compax' is a close second - and f\u003c\/span\u003eor us, the ranks as one of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emost desired models of vintage chronographs, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEver since its debut in the 1940s, it has seen numerous iterations ranging from more complicated and elegant dress pieces - to proper sporty racing chronographs with a more substantial case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular Compax, is the latter of the two. It not only features a desirable 'panda dial' — a nickname given to chronographs that feature a white dial with black subsidiary registers — but also has some cool motorsport lore behind backing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model was catapulted into the collector's periphery after being worn by the famous model Nina Rindt, nee' Nina Lincoln, who was married to the legendary Formula One driver Joachim Rindt. Although Joachim died in a crash during a practice run for the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, Italy in 1970, he went on to win the Formula One World Driver's Championship posthumously, which had never happened before, and hasn't since! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNina has been seen and photographed numerous times wearing this Reference, giving it its name, the 'Nina Rindt.'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis particular example dates to circa 1960's and features a 36mm \u003cem\u003etwisted-lug \u003c\/em\u003ecase with a signed crown, an acrylic crystal, barrel pushers, and an externally mounted bezel with an extremely rare 'Pulsations' insert. Within the case you'll find the white 'panda' dial with black subsidiary registers, black painted indices, a matching handset, and Universal Genève's hand-cranking Calibre 85 movement (based off the venerable Valjoux 72).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e The culmination of design details like \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ethat gorgeous 'panda' dial with the 'U' logo at 12:00, the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003elovely \u003cem style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etwisted-lug\u003c\/em\u003e case, and that external pulsations bezel, leave us with \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly excellent package that represents phenomenal value next to its better know competitors in its day such as the Rolex Daytona and Heuer Carrera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Compaxes such as this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are massive fans and are delighted to offer this one here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42425750093911,"sku":"40992704","price":44950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS11286_40992704_UNIVERSALGENEVE__NINARINDT_PULSATIONS-6.jpg?v=1767645438"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-compax-breguet-as11676","title":"Universal Genève Compax 'Breguet'","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniversal Genève is a very special brand—one that we at Analog:Shift, along with vintage enthusiasts worldwide, feel incredibly strongly about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the Polerouter is arguably their most recognizable model, the chronographs known collectively as the Compax run a very close second. For us, they rank among the most desirable vintage chronographs ever produced, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince its debut in the 1940s, the Compax line has taken on numerous forms, ranging from elegant, complicated dress chronographs to proper sporty racing timers housed in more substantial cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular Compax represents the collection at its best. Housed in an oversized 35mm chrome-plated brass case with sharp lines and drilled lugs that emphasize its sporting intentions, it features beautiful and uncommon black 'Breguet' numerals, balanced twin registers for running seconds and chronograph minutes, and a lovely blued 'leaf‑style' handset showing just the slightest hint of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurrounding it all is a multi‑color, stacked scale configuration capable of measuring both speed and distance—an intricate yet wonderfully legible display that captures everything that makes these early Universal Genève chronographs so compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngaging with the manually wound Cal. 285 through its oversized crown is an experience in itself. And if that doesn’t win you over, the satisfying, tactile click of the rectangular pushers certainly will, sending the slender blued chronograph hand sweeping across the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example embodies everything we love about the Compax line: thoughtful design, historical importance, mechanical charm, and an aesthetic that remains as captivating today as it was the day it was made. 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There’s an undoubted elegance to the layout of the dial, but the fact that the case is steel makes it more utilitarian than that of a precious metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDating to 1960s, it features a 36mm \u003cem\u003etwisted-lug\u003c\/em\u003e case with an acrylic crystal, a beautiful, brushed silver dial with 'radial' sub registers, an outer blue \u003cem\u003etachymeter\u003c\/em\u003e scale, a matching\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e'dauphine' handset, and UG's Calibre 281 hand-cranking chronograph movement within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe culmination of design details like the brushed dial with the applied 'U' logo at 12 o'clock, the gorgeous twisted-lug case, and the elegant 'dauphine' handset, leave us with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ea truly excellent package that represents phenomenal value next to its better know competitors in its day such as the Rolex Daytona and Heuer Carrera. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Compaxes such as this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are massive fans and are delighted to offer this one here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42509647118423,"sku":"40992918","price":6495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS11707_40992918_UNIVERSALGENEVE_COMPAX_22101-1-6.jpg?v=1770405823"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-bathtub-dress-watch-as11792","title":"Universal Genève 'Bathtub' Dress Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the beloved Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this dressy Ref. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e842117\u003c\/span\u003e, for example: Dating to the 1970s, it features a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e24 x 35 mm stainless steel Tank-like case with a smooth bezel, an acrylic crystal, a signed crown, and a lovely black dial with applied 'baton' indices and a matching 'pencil' handset. Powered by a hand-wound movement, it comes paired to a Universal Genève-signed black leather strap with a signed stainless steel pin buckle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn sum, this watch is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector — or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates something \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ejust a little bit different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42586519175255,"sku":"40992970","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS11792_40992970_UNIVERSALGENEVE_MATTEDIALTANK_842117-14.jpg?v=1773085474"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-bottlecap-as11833","title":"Universal Genève 'Bottlecap'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThroughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTake this timepiece, for example: modest in proportions, this watch packs a substantial presence and personality into its unassuming package. The secret? One of the coolest bezels on the market. Fluted like a beer bottle cap, this watch elevates the bottlecap motif to an elegant and refined dress package.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis awesome piece is fashioned from stainless steel and features a compact 28mm case powered by a slim manually-wound movement. To sweeten the deal, this piece ships with its correct Universal Geneve signed strap and pin buckle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates superb quality and that very quintessential 1960s-1970s dress watch style meets exuberance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - full stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42595638804567,"sku":"40992992","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS11833_40992992_UNIVERSALGENEVE_BOTTLECAPWATCH_842683--6.jpg?v=1773404602"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-cioccolatone-j-w-benson-as11867","title":"Universal Genève Cioccolatone 'J.W. 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Measuring 25.5mm in yellow gold with beautifully flowing 'scroll' lugs, an unsigned crown, and an acrylic crystal, it features a handsome silver guilloché dial in a C\u003cem\u003elous de Paris\u003c\/em\u003e pattern with applied gold faceted indices, a matching gold 'dauphine' handset, and a double-signature: In addition to the Universal Genève wordmark, it also bears the name of J.W. 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