Universal Genève Polerouter 869119 / 11

Universal Geneve Polerouter Date Ref 869119/11 w/ BOR Bracelet Genta Design

Bezel Color : Silver Closure : Deployant Number of Jewels : 28 Jewels Indices : 12-Hour Dial Year Manufactured : 1960-1969 Vintage : Yes Band/Strap : Bracelet Case Color : Silver Handedness : Left Department : Men Caseback : Screwback Bezel Type : Fixed Escapement Type : Anchor Watch Shape : Round Style : Casual, Classic, Dress/Formal, Formal, Luxury Age Group : Adult Case Size : 35 mm Features : 12-Hour Dial, Acrylic Crystal, Central Second, Date Indicator, Seconds Hand, Swiss Made, Swiss Movement Case Material : Stainless Steel Water Resistance : Not Water Resistant Movement : Mechanical (Automatic) Seller Warranty : No With Papers : No With Service Records : Yes Reference Number : 869119 / 11 Brand : Universal Genève Type : Wristwatch Band Color : Silver Customized : No Band Material : Stainless Steel Dial Color : Blue Model : Universal Geneve Polerouter Band Width : 20 mm With Original Box/Packaging : No Case Finish : Polished With Manual/Booklet : No Country of Origin : Switzerland Display : Analog Today we’re offering a Universal Genève Polerouter, a model closely tied to the early career of Gérald Genta—long before he became known for the Royal Oak, the Nautilus and other pillars of modern watch design. The Polerouter was his first notable success, introduced in 1954 to commemorate Scandinavian Airlines’ new trans-polar flights, which significantly shortened travel time between North America and Europe. These flights demanded reliability in magnetic-intense environments, and the Polerouter was engineered to meet those conditions while retaining the refined simplicity that later became a hallmark of Genta’s work. Our example is a late-execution date model featuring a deep blue dial with an asymmetric date window and its original magnifying crystal (please note the small crack at 9 o’clock). The 34mm stainless steel case has been refinished at some point in the past and presents clean, honest lines without compromising the character of the watch. The watch retains its original beads-of-rice bracelet and correct end links, and it will comfortably fit a 7 1/4-inch wrist. Inside, this Polerouter is powered by Universal Genève’s in-house micro-rotor automatic movement. While the earliest Polerouters used bumper automatics, the micro-rotor design is what truly put the brand on the map. Its compact architecture allows for a thinner case profile, making the watch notably comfortable to wear while still delivering the charm and mechanical interest collectors look for. Polerouters aren’t impossible to find, but good examples are increasingly scarce, especially those that remain attractive and honest after decades of use. This piece offers a balanced mix of originality, wearability, and design pedigree—an accessible way to enjoy an early Genta creation that continues to resonate with collectors. Condition Notes: • Case: 35mm stainless steel. Refinished in the past but retains strong profile and lug definition. • Crystal: Original plexiglass with centered “U” logo and cyclops lens. Small crack at 9 o’clock • Movement: Universal Genève caliber 1-69 micro-rotor; running and keeping time. • Crown: UG-signed screw-down crown — rare configuration. • Bracelet: Original BOR bracelet, fits up to a 7¼″ wrist. • Caseback: Globe logo faint but present; serial and reference clearly legible. Payment & shipping: We can only ship by DHL express. Buyer pays $50 for shipping within the US and $60 for the rest of the world. It takes about 9 days to the US and 12 days elsewhere, depending on your customs. Unfortunately we currently do not ship to Brasil or Israel. Please note that Ebay may charge you taxes based on the final price. We declare a value between $75-$90 to avoid loss during transit, if any additional taxes arise from shipping they are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Starting Aug 29th 2025 all packages entering the United States will incur in import fees. From our recent experience these are around $30-$50 usd. Be sure to have a valid telephone number registered with Ebay to receive important DHL notifications. Be sure to check out our other auctions and add us to your favorite sellers, dozens of watches and parts will be listed periodically. Thanks for looking.