95th Auction
2017/5/6
Lot 567
Universal Genève "Polerouter Jet Automatic Microtor", Case No. 1935037, Ref. 10364 1, Cal. 215-9, 35 mm, circa 1960
A gentleman's elegant automatic Geneva vintage wristwatch with centre seconds
Case: 18k rose gold, screw back, 18k gold buckle. Dial: two-tone rose gilt mirror dial. Movm.: micro rotorwind movement, Glucydur screw balance.
This model is in outstanding condition - the rose gold dial corresponding perfectly with the case is in almost new condition. The black signature Universal Geneve, Polerouter Jet, Automatic, Microtor is clear cut and not at all faded. All case and reference numbers on the back of the case are legible in pin sharp detail.
The Universal Polerouter model was launched in 1954 and was on the market until the early 1960s. It took its name from the fact that the watch was specially designed for the SAS pilots who flew the Royal Viking stretch from Copenhagen to Los Angeles that took them over the North Magnetic Pole. The Polerouter was a direct competitor of the Rolex Explorer, which was also designed to withstand the most extreme conditions. At the time the price of an 18 K gold Universal Polerouter, however, was considerably higher and equivalent to the price of a VW Beetle.
The Polerouter presents itself as an irresistible combination of a fascinating and glamorous history with a modern and elegant design and technical innovation: due to the fact that the movement can be reached without having to take the rotor off completely, the microrotor system is extremely practical and easy to service.
A gentleman's elegant automatic Geneva vintage wristwatch with centre seconds
Case: 18k rose gold, screw back, 18k gold buckle. Dial: two-tone rose gilt mirror dial. Movm.: micro rotorwind movement, Glucydur screw balance.
This model is in outstanding condition - the rose gold dial corresponding perfectly with the case is in almost new condition. The black signature Universal Geneve, Polerouter Jet, Automatic, Microtor is clear cut and not at all faded. All case and reference numbers on the back of the case are legible in pin sharp detail.
The Universal Polerouter model was launched in 1954 and was on the market until the early 1960s. It took its name from the fact that the watch was specially designed for the SAS pilots who flew the Royal Viking stretch from Copenhagen to Los Angeles that took them over the North Magnetic Pole. The Polerouter was a direct competitor of the Rolex Explorer, which was also designed to withstand the most extreme conditions. At the time the price of an 18 K gold Universal Polerouter, however, was considerably higher and equivalent to the price of a VW Beetle.
The Polerouter presents itself as an irresistible combination of a fascinating and glamorous history with a modern and elegant design and technical innovation: due to the fact that the movement can be reached without having to take the rotor off completely, the microrotor system is extremely practical and easy to service.
estimated
1.800—2.600 €
Price realized
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