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SOLD FURTHER REDUCED - gold Universal Geneve Uni-Compax chronograph

  1. vujen Feb 5, 2023

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    Hey guys.
    I decided to part with a chronograph from my UG collection. I have many watches from this brand (my favorite brand) and this doesn't have considerable wrist time, so I think it's time for a new owner to enjoy this vintage beauty.
    At the same time I noticed a lack of nice UG chronographs here in the sale room recently, so I think it's a great opportunity for other collectors to buy a nice watch -not so easy to find- in total security.

    Anyway, for sale my Universal Geneve Uni-Compax ref 52402 for the American market.

    Case is made in solid 14kt gold (the first digit of the reference, 5, stands for 14kt gold) and measures approximately 35mm excluding generic crown. Its shape is very elegant and minimal and imho it's a great design for an everyday gold chronograph. A lug is a bit bent, but nothing serious.
    285 in-house calibre was serviced 2 years ago and is fully working. Movement has HOX engraving, it's typical for movements shipped in USA.
    Dial is original (of course!), and is very appealing. Originally silvered, now more warm, because of the lume (original as well) still present. Indexes style is very cool imho, as you can see. Mileage scale is present - again, it's pretty clear this watch was made for the american market.
    Overall condition is just great. I really like the combination between the warm tone of the dial and the cold tone of the 14kt yellow gold. It's just appealing and unusually cool.

    Serial number dates this watch between 1946 and 1949.

    Price: for this little jewel I would like to have 2400€ plus shipment. I think it's a fair price for a nice, appealing and unmolested UG chronograph from 40s, day after day more scarce.
    Payment with bank wire of PP friends and family.

    Me and watch are located in Italy, I have dozens of positive feedbacks to provide, tou can buy with total trust.
    I tried to do my best to shoot some pretty pics of the watch, please let me know if you need some close up or anyway some other general pics.

    Cheers
    M

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  2. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Feb 5, 2023

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    Yummy and with Alpha hands!
     
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  3. bgrisso Feb 5, 2023

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    Beautiful watch ! It's hard to find good UG anywhere, especially original and for reasonable prices.

    (I think the above are lozenge hands, I believe alpha hands would be your 22242 or 22297 Tri's)
     
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  4. RevZMan123 Feb 6, 2023

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    You came here to torture me with this one as well? I see how it goes. Good day, sir!
     
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  5. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Feb 6, 2023

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    I have a UNI in this size. It’s a fave of mine. They wear perfectly. Especially great with long sleeved shirt.
     
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  6. vujen Feb 9, 2023

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    thank you guys! Up for this little jewel!
     
  7. vujen Feb 13, 2023

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    uuuuup :)
     
  8. RevZMan123 Feb 13, 2023

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    some fool you know has GOT to want this! :D
     
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  9. vujen Feb 17, 2023

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    up! lot of appreciations but still no deal! don't be shy, it's a nice watch at a very affordable price!
     
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  10. vujen Feb 19, 2023

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    let's move this beauty guys: reduced at 2200€ plus shipment
    bargain
     
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  11. vujen Feb 26, 2023

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    no luck so far, but I think it's a great watch and this could be a great deal for you:

    2000€ (FIRM) plus shipment

    I don't think there's a cheaper one in this planet. Maybe in this Solar System!
     
  12. RevZMan123 Feb 26, 2023

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    Drool
     
  13. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Feb 26, 2023

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    What the heck? Hodinkee would list this for more cash and it would be gone in 30 seconds.
     
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  14. RevZMan123 Feb 26, 2023

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    It's just patiently waiting for me ;)
     
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  15. vujen Feb 26, 2023

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    Thank you guys!
    Yes HODINKEE price would be different, for sure!

    watch is now OHPF. It will stay within OF family!
     
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