Lot 380

Universal Genève

Compax

A charismatic vintage Geneva wristwatch with chronograph and blue tachy scale

With its three registers, the Compax, introduced in 1935, was Universal Genève's ultimate chronograph. The Compax came in a variety of versions. The present model, reference 12550, is characteristic of 1940s production, with square pushers, gold indexes and hands, and beautifully harmonised blue accents. The champagne-coloured dial matches well with the hue of the elegant and modern 36-mm yellow gold case.