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Universal
Ref. 885.108
Compax "Exotic Nina Rindt"
A rare, attractive, and superbly preserved stainless steel chronograph wristwatch
Estimate
CHF10,000 - 15,000
€8,800 - 13,200
$10,200 - 15,400
Sold For
CHF43,750
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Universal
Year
1971
Reference No
885.108
Case No
2'892'818
Model Name
Compax "Exotic Nina Rindt"
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Manual, cal. Valjoux 72 / Universal Genève 85, 17 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Leather
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel pin buckle
Dimensions
36mm Diameter
Signed
Case, dial and movement signed
Accessories
Accompanied by Universal Genève Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1971.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
The most striking feature of this timepiece, other than its amazing condition, is the dazzling color combination of its dial.
A potent mix of dark and light blue central portion, white subdials and outer track and red five minute markers and chronograph hand give the watch a most surprising and arresting visual appeal.
This spectacular model is dubbed by collectors as the “Nina Rindt” ever since the wife of the famous Formula One driver, Jochen Rindt, was photographed wearing this model on a Bund style strap and with sunglasses giving her a definitely “cool cat” allure.
Known as the “Exotic Nina Rind” this dial variation is the rarest of all the reference 885.108 “Nina Rind" models. In absolutely superb condition with strong case, crisp engraved numbers on the caseback and immaculate dial, this watch presents a rare opportunity to purchase a beautiful watch that is fast becoming an iconic vintage chronograph.
A potent mix of dark and light blue central portion, white subdials and outer track and red five minute markers and chronograph hand give the watch a most surprising and arresting visual appeal.
This spectacular model is dubbed by collectors as the “Nina Rindt” ever since the wife of the famous Formula One driver, Jochen Rindt, was photographed wearing this model on a Bund style strap and with sunglasses giving her a definitely “cool cat” allure.
Known as the “Exotic Nina Rind” this dial variation is the rarest of all the reference 885.108 “Nina Rind" models. In absolutely superb condition with strong case, crisp engraved numbers on the caseback and immaculate dial, this watch presents a rare opportunity to purchase a beautiful watch that is fast becoming an iconic vintage chronograph.
Universal
Swiss | 1894Universal Genève was founded in Le Locle, Switzerland in 1894 and was originally known as "Universal Watch." Since its inception, Universal Genève has produced watches with unusually high quality for their price point. Universal was among the first brands to introduce a chronograph wristwatch.
Today, the firm's vintage models are highly sought-after and desired for their oversized cases and interesting dial designs. Key models include a variety of "Compax" models such as the "Nina Rindt" or "Evil Nina," the Uni-Compax, the Space-Compax, the Aero-Compax and the Film-Compax.