無底價
17
Universal
Ref. 890101/01
Aero-Compax
宇宙，罕有，精鋼計時腕錶，備24小時顯示。
估價
$6,000 - 12,000•︎
成交價
$9,525
拍品詳情
製造商
Universal
年份
1968
型號
890101/01
機芯編號
Stamped HON
錶殼號碼
2’583’554
型號名稱
Aero-Compax
材料
Stainless steel
機芯
Manual, cal. 178, 17 jewels
錶帶/ 錶鏈
Leather
錶扣
Metal
尺寸
41mm Diameter
簽名
Case, dial, movement signed
專家
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圖錄文章
Universal’s “Compax” was introduced in 1935 as the world’s first chronograph wristwatch with hour and minute registers. Members of armed forces around the world appreciated this new style for its functionality. Models were available in different case materials and forms, as well as a variety of dial layouts using the names ‘Tri-Compax,’ ‘Uni-Compax,’ and Aero-Compax.’ Released in 1941, the “Aero-Compax” was a professional tool watch made for pilots. With different dial configurations, the present example belongs to a rare breed of the model, featuring a bi-colored 24-hour rotational bezel and 24-hour dial. The bezel is used to determine a second time-zone based on distance travelled, while the hands sweep once around the dial every 24 hours. Another unusual feature is the 15-minute register, which moves twice per minute capturing 30 second intervals. Universal Genève used a modified Venus 178 base caliber to accommodate these two unusual complications.
The present example is in outstanding overall condition, most likely never polished, with a well preserved dial. The Aero-Compax is regarded as one of the most important milestone timepieces for Universal Genève, and this is a wonderful example of the rare model.
The present example is in outstanding overall condition, most likely never polished, with a well preserved dial. The Aero-Compax is regarded as one of the most important milestone timepieces for Universal Genève, and this is a wonderful example of the rare model.
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.