Across the watch fora, one very often sees a chronograph with three subdials being described as having a "tri-compax layout." That's like fingernails on a chalkboard for a UG fan (or for me anyway). Because here's a Tri-Compax: It's got four subdials. So why "Tri?" Because for UG, "compax" referred to the number of complications, not the number or layout of subdials. The Tri-Compax was a watch with three complications - chronograph, complete calendar and moonphase. Pedantry? Perhaps, but if you care about vintage watches, you care about authenticity and originality, and a three-dialer ain't no tri-compax. Post 'em if you got 'em!
Aaaaah, this is music to my ears! I also find the misuse of tricompax grating. Omega Forums - dispelling myths and spreading truth. Thanks Lou! Now can you start a thread about the correct use of the word "deployant" for a folding watch clasp and "deployment" for when your unit gets shipped out to war?
There are dozens - perhaps hundreds - of references of Tri-compax. The model was in continuous production from the forties into the seventies in both gold and steel. I don't think there is any single reference that enjoys the instant recognition or dominance of the A 386 among the early el Primeros.Price varies from about $3000 to more than $6000 depending on all the factors that such things depend upon - personal preference, scarcity, condition...