This superb Universal Geneve Polerouter Date wristwatch is in wonderful all original condition with stunning black cross-hair dial. The large 35.5mm case has classic bombay style lugs with wide flat bezel and is finely crafted from solid stainless steel. It looks very stylish on the wrist with an amazingly thin profile for an automatic timepiece. The small size, inset "Micro-rotor" design was the genius behind this series of thin automatic movements designed and produced by the Universal Geneve factory. They are of the highest quality and reliability with incabloc protection on the balance and 28 jewels. This example is truly rare and in excellent condition inside and out with all original parts.
Style: Sport, Mid-Century Dress
Circa: 1950's
Case: Solid stainless steel 2-piece waterproof style screw back case measuring 35.5mm in diameter excluding the original signed crown and only 10mm thick. Stamped on the back Universal Geneve Polerouter, then inside Acier Inoxydable, Swiss with makers mark HF. Comes on a genuine leather strap with 19mm lug spacing.
Dial: Original factory printed black dial with cross-hair design and date aperture at 3:00. Signed Universal Geneve Polerouter Date Automatic Microtor, Swiss. Some very light crazing can be seen if the dial is inspected closely, but still extreamly sharp to the naked eye as you can see. The chapter ring is also in great condition, still bright and clear say for one light scratch between 2:00 and 3:00.
Movement: Superb Universal Geneve calibre 215-1 automatically wound movement in superb cosmetic condition, recently serviced by our watchmaker and keeping excellent time. Signed Universal Geneve Swiss, Microtor, 28 Jewels, Pat +329805+.