104th Auction

2021/5/22

Lot 386

Universal Genève
Aero-Compax

A coveted, large, vintage Geneva pilot's wristwatch with chronograph, 30 min. and 12h counter, tachy scale and subsidiary memento dial at 12 o'clock

Sold

estimated
3.00010.000 €
Price realized
25.000 €
specific features
Case
Steel, push back.
Dial
Black.
Movement
Manual.
Case no.752197
Ref.22414
Cal.285
Diam.37 mm
Circa1940
Ctry.Swiss


The coveted Aero-Compax with its four subsidiary dials is one of the most striking models ever produced by Universal Genève and has become one of the company’s signature watches. In addition to the small second and the 30-minute and 12-hour counters, the dial shows an unusual, additional time indication at "12". This 12-hour memento dial can retain a reference time for control purposes; the hands, which do not move otherwise, are set with the additional crown on the left.
This Aero-Compax has a black glossy dial and four engine-turned, black registers. Its modern size of 37 mm creates a marvellous vintage look and makes it a fabulous collector’s piece.