Universal Genève - Polerouter Microrotor – Calibre 215-9

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Universal Genève - Polerouter Microrotor – Calibre 215-9 – - Men - 1950-1959

Universal Genève Polerouter Microrotor – Caliber 215-9 – Automatic – Vintage Swiss collectible Description An elegant Universal Genève Polerouter Microrotor, one of the most iconic Swiss watches of 20th-century watchmaking, is offered. Equipped with the prestigious in-house caliber 215-9 Microtor, this model represents one of Universal Genève’s major technical innovations and a highly sought-after piece for collectors. It features a beautiful silver dial with brushed finish and crosshair pattern, applied gold markers, and original gold hands. The steel case preserves its classic lines and is fitted with a new crocodile-style leather strap. The automatic movement runs correctly and is delivered with photographs of the caliber, where the construction quality characteristic of Universal Genève can be appreciated. Features: Brand: Universal Genève Model: Polerouter Microrotor Movement: In-house automatic Caliber 215-9 Winding system: Microrotor 28 jewels Swiss-made Stainless steel case Silver brushed dial with crosshair design Applied gold indices Original gold hands Central seconds Screwed stainless steel back New leather strap Measurements (approx.): Diameter without crown: 34.5 mm Diameter with crown: 36 mm Thickness: 10 mm Lug to Lug: 41 mm Band width: 18 mm Condition: Working properly. Original Universal Genève movement caliber 215-9. Case with wear appropriate to its more than 60 years. Back with superficial wear from use. Dial original with an attractive vintage patina and signs of aging, highly valued by many collectors for authenticity. Crystal with normal signs of use. New leather strap, ready to wear. Has not been restored, preserving all of its personality and originality. History: Few brands embody classic Swiss watchmaking as well as Universal Genève. During the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s it was regarded as a prestigious firm on par with the best manufactures, developing its own movements that defined an era. Polerouter was introduced in 1954 to commemorate Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) polar flights, linking Europe and America by crossing the North Pole. To withstand the magnetic fields present on those routes, Universal created a watch that was specially resistant and reliable. Its design was the work of a young Gérald Genta, who years later would revolutionize watchmaking with icons such as the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and the Patek Philippe Nautilus. The Polerouter was one of his early major successes. The Microrotor movement, developed by Universal Genève, was a true technical revolution. Unlike a conventional rotor, the microrotor is integrated within the movement itself, allowing the production of much finer automatic watches without sacrificing charging efficiency. This solution is still regarded as one of the masterpieces of Swiss watch engineering. Today, Polerouters with Microrotor calibers are highly sought-after by collectors worldwide due to their historical importance, excellent mechanical quality, and the growing prestige that Universal Genève is regaining. Ideal for: - Universal Genève collectors - Lovers of classic Swiss watchmaking - Collectors of Gérald Genta-designed watches - Vintage watch investors - Anyone seeking a piece with a rich history and character The Universal Genève Polerouter Microrotor has experienced a notable appreciation in recent years thanks to the brand’s growing recognition and interest in Genta’s early designs. Finding original examples with their in-house movement intact is increasingly rare, making this piece an excellent opportunity both to enjoy and to add to a high-end vintage watch collection.

Estimate:£1,186.65

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