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1940s Universal Geneve Chronograph Compax 37mm find!

1940s 37mm chronograph geneve universal universal geneve vintage
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Thank you all for the info! So just so I have this straight a soldier purchased this while overseas and brought it back? Or they ordered it in the US?
Why is a soldier involved? Is that part of the backstory?

I guess UOW import code means it was likely purchased in the USA, although I'm not sure there is any way to know for sure aside from the original receipt?
 
Mark020
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Probably yes but I don't think you can conclude with 100% certainty that a watch with US import code was indeed imported in the USA
 
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Im getting this watch back from servicing soon and was informed that the chrinograph hand doesnt reset back to 12 exactly it's a bit off. The hand is a bit loose on the post probably from wear over the years. Is this a problem? I dont plan on using the chrono function, thoughts?
 
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Not an uncommon problem. Probably a crack in the tube. I’d recommend having it fixed
 
Larry S
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I cannot fathom that this info is coming from your watchmaker without a solution proposed.
 
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What would be the best solution to this problem other than replacing the hand? The tube has enlarged over time and isn't a tight fit anymore thus not resetting back exactly. I dont want to replace the hand all together
 
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What would be the best solution to this problem other than replacing the hand? The tube has enlarged over time and isn't a tight fit anymore thus not resetting back exactly. I dont want to replace the hand all together
Normally they crimp the tube if possible, or if it’s cracked, replace the tube, but keep the hand.
 
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Normally they crimp the tube if possible, or if it’s cracked, replace the tube, but keep the hand.
Oh okay crimping the tube was actually what they suggested but I decided against it because of possible damage? Replacing the tube wasn't an option as it is very long and they couldn't find one like it.
 
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Damaging what?
 
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Here's the final watch! It looks amazing. The only thing that isn't 100% is the top pusher. We got as much of the rust and corrosion off through just cleaning it.

20251225_140154.webp
 
Larry S
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Love it. What was the resolution re chrono hand tube?
 
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Here's the final watch! It looks amazing. The only thing that isn't 100% is the top pusher. We got as much of the rust and corrosion off through just cleaning it.

20251225_140154.webp
looks great ! congrats!
 
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