Universal Genève Tri-Compax 1945TRI-COMPAX 'GOLD' -18KGOLD - REF. 12253

Universal Genève Tri-Compax 1945 - Tri-Compax 'Applied Gold Numbers' - Solid 18k Yellow Gold - Ref. 12253

Basic Info Listing code : PZLPR3 Brand : Universal Genève Model : Tri-Compax Reference number : 1945 Universal Geneve Tri-Compax 'Applied Gold Numbers' - Solid 18k Yellow Gold - Ref. 12253 Movement : Manual winding Case material : Yellow gold Bracelet material : Leather Year of production : 1945 Condition : Used (Very good) Most Recent Servicing : November 10, 2025 Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers Gender : Men's watch/Unisex Location : France, Ferney-Voltaire Price : 8,450 Availability : Item is in stock Caliber Movement : Manual winding Caliber/movement : 481 Case Case material : Yellow gold Case diameter : 35 x 43 mm Thickness : 12 mm Water resistance : Not water resistant Bezel material : Yellow gold Crystal : Plexiglass Dial : Silver Dial numerals : Arabic numerals Bracelet/strap Bracelet material : Leather Bracelet color : Black Lug width : 16 mm Clasp : Buckle Functions Chronograph, Date, Month Other Small seconds, Tempered blue hands, Only Original Parts, Vintage A rare and fine Triple-Quantième iconic watch. WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL The Universal Genève Tri-Compax is one of the most desirable and most collectible watch on the vintage market. This version, from 1945 is not exceptionnal only by the fact that it's in original untouched condition, but also because it has the original dial with applied gold numbers. We also greatly appreciate: .The original faceted pushers in excellent condition. .The inside of the case back with its original 'Bouchonné' finish. .The crisp case hallmark. .The gold leaf hands. .The overall exceptional 'Untouched and original' condition. It is a true collector's timepiece. THE STORY 1894 The origins Talented watch makers Numa Emile Descombes and Ulysse Georges Perret, found a company specializing in making complicated watches. Foreign trade develops rapidly and products are enthusiastically received. 1897 Early successes Descombes dies and Perret associates with Louis Edouard Berthoud in making complete pocket-watches. In 1898 they present a chronograph with 30-counter, the Universal Watch Extra, and subsequently release their first wristwom chronograph in 1917. 1934 A legend in the making The company is renamed Universal Watch, relocates to Geneva and enjoys impressive and international growth. A succession of elegant and complicated models — the Compax, Aero-Compax and Tri-Compax (1930-40), Polerouter (1954) and Microtor UG66 (1966) — leave and indelible imprint on their area. 1960’s A brand on the move In keeping with its taste for innovation, Universal Genève launches the world’s thinnest quartz calibre in 1975. During the 1980s and 90s, the brand enjoys an impressive international reputation and its represented in South-East Asia, the Middle East and Italy. THE DATA Maker: Universal Genève Model: Tri-Compax Reference: 12253 Case N°: 11134XX Year: 1945 Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold Dimentions (WxHxT): 35x43x12mm Caliber: In House UG 481 Bracelet/Strap: Black leather Lug width: 16mm Box/Papers: N/A THE IMPORTANT DETAILS This watch is in great condition with a very well preserved original dial, unscratched crystal, the gold hands and unrepolished case are also in great condition, all angles are sharp. There is absolutely no sign of corrosion on the movement. This is a great and rare timepiece, elegant and and highly collectible. A nice presence on the wrist, perfect for casual or formal wear.