UG compax reference 22209

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These UG dials are legit. They don’t really fit into the UG mould they are original
 
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Nice watch but bit of a celebrity premium there IMHO
 
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This seems like a really nice and all-original version (consistent with the discussions here, including the position of the S in Swiss vs the numerals on top) at a very fair price. The only visible "concern" seems to be the heavy patina near the 20-minute mark.

The caseback serial no also seems to be in the correct 875XXX range usually seen.

https://www.windvintage.com/universal-genve-compax-reference-22209-unpolished


the watch looks looks extremely attractive overall IMO and there’s value in that. Plus the recent service. Seems quite reasonable to me compared to what I’ve seen on the market otherwise. I feel like a lot of sellers are asking crazy prices for these small/med cases with round pushers. The patina around lower pusher (plus maybe has this one been sitting for a while?) is probably dropping the asking price. I’m not looking for watches this size but if I was seriously in the market I would probably jump on this one.
 
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Yes, I don't think the price is unfair and the condition is good. While I own a 35mm Tri, the lug to lug of that is a respectable 43 (and it has considerable wrist presence) but I don't I could put off a 34 with 40mm lug to lug.

This was listed in mid-Aug so hasn't been on offer too long though I think it has gone through a price adjustment recently. Good entry level for those who might be curious (or like to collect these).