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Universal Geneve Rare Stainless Film Compax Chronograph Wristwatch. Ref: 22522. Circa 1945. ...
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Universal Geneve Rare Stainless Film Compax Chronograph Wristwatch. Ref: 22522. Circa 1945Case: 37mm, stainless steel, three piece snap case, #1174533
Dial: satin silver with red and black outer scales to measure the amount of film used in feet., with steel blue leaf hands
Movement: UG caliber 287, 17 jewel manual wind chronograph movement. #261433
Band: used modern generic brown leather strap with a generic stainless buckle
Signed: dial, case and movement signed by maker
With less than 10 examples known, the Universal Film Compax is considered a true "grail" watch amongst Universal Geneve collectors. Created with the specific function to measure the amount of film used in feet, for both 16mm and 35mm, it was the only watch to have been created specifically for the Film Industry.
Condition Report*:
Type: Universal Geneve Rare Stainless Film Compax Chronograph Wristwatch. Ref: 22522. Circa 1945
Signed: dial, case and movement signed by maker
Model: Film Compax
Dial: satin silver with red and black outer scales to measure the amount of film used in feet.
Hands: with steel blue leaf hands
Metal: stainless steel
Case: ##1174533
Case Info: three piece snap case
Case Width: 37mm
Crystal: acrylic
Watch Movement: UG caliber 287, 17 jewel manual wind chronograph movement. #261433
Band: used modern generic brown leather strap with a generic stainless buckle
Circa: 1945
Condition: The watch is in very good condition. The watch remains unpolished. There are some, to be expected, tiny "pry marks" on the side of the case but no dings or scratches of note. A spray of tiny "age spots" which tend to concentrate towards the edge of the dial. Initially appearing to be drag lines on the sub-dials is upon closer inspection oil/grime which may have penetrated from below the dial. Slight deterioration on the edge of the dial between 78 and 90. Some micro flaking to some of the red scale numbers and curved consistent micro scratch from approximately 2 to 4. Tiny black "smudge" under the red 36 at 12. The watch currently sets, runs and the chronograph function operates correctly but there is only one watchmakers scratch on the inside of the case back, thus it is assumed the watch has not seen service in decades and a fresh service is required for accurate timekeeping, function and longevity.
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Signed: dial, case and movement signed by maker
Model: Film Compax
Dial: satin silver with red and black outer scales to measure the amount of film used in feet.
Hands: with steel blue leaf hands
Metal: stainless steel
Case: ##1174533
Case Info: three piece snap case
Case Width: 37mm
Crystal: acrylic
Watch Movement: UG caliber 287, 17 jewel manual wind chronograph movement. #261433
Band: used modern generic brown leather strap with a generic stainless buckle
Circa: 1945
Condition: The watch is in very good condition. The watch remains unpolished. There are some, to be expected, tiny "pry marks" on the side of the case but no dings or scratches of note. A spray of tiny "age spots" which tend to concentrate towards the edge of the dial. Initially appearing to be drag lines on the sub-dials is upon closer inspection oil/grime which may have penetrated from below the dial. Slight deterioration on the edge of the dial between 78 and 90. Some micro flaking to some of the red scale numbers and curved consistent micro scratch from approximately 2 to 4. Tiny black "smudge" under the red 36 at 12. The watch currently sets, runs and the chronograph function operates correctly but there is only one watchmakers scratch on the inside of the case back, thus it is assumed the watch has not seen service in decades and a fresh service is required for accurate timekeeping, function and longevity.
Auction Info
2023 November 15 Watches & Fine Timepieces Signature® Auction #5550 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
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