Universal Geneve 5166 Uni Compax 18k 1930s
This Universal Geneve Uni-Compax is a fantastic example of what the manufacturer did so well in the 1930s. The compact 18k yellow gold case with square pushers houses the desirable caliber 285 movement.Ā
It isĀ one of the most elegant vintage chronographs, and this stunner in unbelievable conditionĀ is no different. It's well-balanced, understated and functional.
CASE:
- excellent overall condition, showing almost no traces of use
- 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap on caseback from case maker Henri Jeanneret
- 34 mm (without crown) / 42.5 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 12 mm thick
- year: 1930s
- reference: 5166
- total weight: 40 g
MOVEMENT:
- Universal Geneve Cal.Ā 285
- 17 jewels, 18000 A/h, 42 hours power reserve
- professionally serviced 01/2025
- +4 sec/d / 320°
DIAL:
- beautiful never touched silver vertical brushed dial in flawless condition
- original hands, crown & lume
- lume has evenly aged on hands and dial
STRAP & BUCKLE:
- brown after market leather strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 2.5 mm thick
- after market gold/steel buckle
GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #655
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Universal Geneve 5166 Uni Compax 18k 1930s
Universal Geneve 5166 Uni Compax 18k 1930s
This Universal Geneve Uni-Compax is a fantastic example of what the manufacturer did so well in the 1930s. The compact 18k yellow gold case with square pushers houses the desirable caliber 285 movement.Ā
It isĀ one of the most elegant vintage chronographs, and this stunner in unbelievable conditionĀ is no different. It's well-balanced, understated and functional.
CASE:
- excellent overall condition, showing almost no traces of use
- 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap on caseback from case maker Henri Jeanneret
- 34 mm (without crown) / 42.5 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 12 mm thick
- year: 1930s
- reference: 5166
- total weight: 40 g
MOVEMENT:
- Universal Geneve Cal.Ā 285
- 17 jewels, 18000 A/h, 42 hours power reserve
- professionally serviced 01/2025
- +4 sec/d / 320°
DIAL:
- beautiful never touched silver vertical brushed dial in flawless condition
- original hands, crown & lume
- lume has evenly aged on hands and dial
STRAP & BUCKLE:
- brown after market leather strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 2.5 mm thick
- after market gold/steel buckle
GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #655
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Description
This Universal Geneve Uni-Compax is a fantastic example of what the manufacturer did so well in the 1930s. The compact 18k yellow gold case with square pushers houses the desirable caliber 285 movement.Ā
It isĀ one of the most elegant vintage chronographs, and this stunner in unbelievable conditionĀ is no different. It's well-balanced, understated and functional.
CASE:
- excellent overall condition, showing almost no traces of use
- 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap on caseback from case maker Henri Jeanneret
- 34 mm (without crown) / 42.5 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 12 mm thick
- year: 1930s
- reference: 5166
- total weight: 40 g
MOVEMENT:
- Universal Geneve Cal.Ā 285
- 17 jewels, 18000 A/h, 42 hours power reserve
- professionally serviced 01/2025
- +4 sec/d / 320°
DIAL:
- beautiful never touched silver vertical brushed dial in flawless condition
- original hands, crown & lume
- lume has evenly aged on hands and dial
STRAP & BUCKLE:
- brown after market leather strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 2.5 mm thick
- after market gold/steel buckle
GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #655























