Apr 10, 2015 on board the flight were the prime ministers of denmark, sweden and norway as well as a group of prominent journalists, and there were reported crowds of over 10,000 people to witness the planes departure. The model polerouter daydateis the latest mechanical polerouter. There is just something about the lugs from the side and oblique view that says polisheddown twistedlug polerouter case. May, 2010 they became the official chronometers of the scandunavian airlines. People were really helpful and kind with their options on starter watches in my budget. This movement was short lived because in spring 1955 universal geneve replaced it for caliber 215, universal s famous micro rotor movement, and with this universal geneve also changed the name into polerouter. The story of the watchs fabled designer intersects with a unique technological history, making for a timepiece that is as sought after as it is enjoyable to wear.
The polerouter sub is one of the compressor watches belonging to the family of the legendary divers as the longines, iwc ref. Im looking to get a nice, vintage, dress watch and started looking at omegas. The huge twopiece casing has a screwed back and a very typical 1970s design. Old school universal geneve polerouter monochrome watches. After the introduction of the polerouter electric in 1963, at the end of the 1980s an unsuccessful attempt was made to revive the name polerouter with a tasteless quartz watch.
L ast year at baselworld universal geneve presented its cabriolet watch with the new ug 101 movement. This dress piece, a universal geneve polerouter from the late 1960s, sports more than just killer looks. Universal geneve polerouter automatik automatic date microrotor. In 1990 a quartz polerouter sport chronowas introduced. Gerald genta is a name all collectors know but few outside the collectors circle do. Universal geneve polerouter automatic cal 2152 micro. The watch is in excellent condition, featuring a spotless dial, and unpolished case. This one is special for its tropical dial, having turned from black to a deep and rich dark brown, especially beautiful under the sun. Universal geneve developed the automatic polerouter to be more resistant to the strong magnetic fields at the north and south poles.
Important to the movement was its use of a micro rotor used to automatically wind the movement universal geneve calls it the microtor. Relogio universal geneve polerouter micro rotor cal. Universal geneve polerouter vintage watch beautiful patina stainless steel. In april 1954 the model polarouter, later named to polerouter, was introduced the polarouter was used by the sas crews during their polar flights. Universal geneve polerouter automatik automatic date microrotor vintage. Its history and the microrotor movement where only two. New listing universal geneve polerouter date 28 jewel micro rotor automatic mens wristwatch. These watches are awesomely designed, hold a great movement, revolutionary at its time, ans look perfect on any wrist. In 1962, universal geneve introduced what are perhaps the two bestknown iterations of their micro rotor system, the cal.
Universal geneve collaborated with sas, and the polarouter watch was developed in this period, some models of which were certified as chronometers. The movement features gorgeous geneva stripes, and a microtor. In addition, i happen to have that ug brickpattern bracelet, and i can tell you that it fits a regular polerouter case perfectly. The man behind the ap royal oak, the patek philippe nautilus and the iwc ingenieur, genta changed the watch industry with his luxury stainless steel sports watches.
It has an integral original stainless steel link gay freres ug stamped bracelet with a folding deployment clasp, and an acrylic crystal. Verkauf universal geneve polerouter jet vintage, mikrorotor. Universal geneve polerouter so, up for sale today is one of two black dial polerouters in my collection. Any thoughts on the universal geneve polerouter date. Universal geneve polerouter all prices for universal geneve. Listen, we all know the universal geneve market has been on fire as of late. Vintage universal geneve polerouter date automatic swiss. Steel universal geneve polerouter ns vintage wristwatch. This example is all original with the exception of the crystal. Caseback shows wear to ug logo, crown is unsigned, case has been polished in its history.
Universal geneva was founded in 1894 as universal watch. Universal geneve polerouter chocolate dial circa 1955. This movement was short lived because in spring 1955 universal geneve replaced it for caliber 215, universals famous microrotor movement. Oct, 2016 the polerouter models, especially the highlysought after polerouter sub, represent the time before the universal geneve brand headed into a more modern direction. Sep 01, 2019 universal geneve collaborated with sas, and the polarouter watch was developed in this period, some models of which were certified as chronometers. Interpreting the world of polerouter dials can be a daunting task for novice enthusiasts such as me. The polerouter models, especially the highlysought after polerouter sub, represent the time before the universal geneve brand headed into a more modern direction. Diskutiere universal geneve polerouter jet vintage, mikrorotor im angebote forum im bereich marktplatz. A brief history of the universal geneve polerouter worn. Universal geneve microtor ug 101 is everymans micro.
A very nice universal geneve polerouter housing the in house cal 2152 micro rotor automatic movement. Universal geneve polerouter all prices for universal. Vintage universal geneve polerouter date automatic swiss micro rotor cal. Apr 07, 2015 universal were the first company to produce a wristworn chronograph in 1917 when the notion of a timepiece worn on a wrist was still a novelty amongst gentleman of character. This movement was short lived because in spring 1955 universal geneve replaced it for caliber 215, universal s famous microrotor movement, and with this universal geneve also changed the name into polerouter. The polerouter was produced in 1954 by universal geneve in partnership with scandinavian airline system sas by a then 24yearold gerald genta yes, that one. This example is fitted with the original bumperstyle movement, before universal geneve introduced the caliber 215 with a microrotor.
Universal geneve polerouter date calibre 69 microrotor. This movement was short lived because in spring 1955 universal geneve replaced it for caliber 215, universals famous micro rotor movement, and with this universal geneve also changed the name into polerouter. Dt swiss xmc 1200 spline 30 r wheel 29 12x148mm centerlock 6bolt micro spline xd. Hi all universal geneve polerouter north south micro rotor for sale. Universal geneve polerouter microrotor movement youtube. My new universal geneve polerouter 2159 microrotor. Gerald genta has a horogloical legacy wider than any other designer in history, but it was the polerouter for universal geneve that put him on the map at the ripe age of 23 years old. The hands on the ops polerouter fit the watch, they appear to have aged like the dial.
This is a mint example of an mk1 first execution ug polerouter sub with an asymmetrical case. Any thoughts on the universal geneve polerouter date omega. Universal geneve 238 vintage polerouter date micro rotor. Jun 04, 2014 that said, i really dont like the one of the watch you bought. The universal geneve polerouter family of vintage wristwatches have become a favourite amongst collectors. Being from the beginning of the polerouter sub production, the present watch is a rare opportunity for the collector of fine tool watches. Universal geneve microtor all prices for universal geneve. Universal were the first company to produce a wristworn chronograph in 1917 when the notion of a timepiece worn on a wrist was still a novelty amongst gentleman of character. Unfortunately the lack of knowledge surrounding the many different models and their specifications, has hindered the proper repair and restoration of many examples. Steel universal geneve polerouter ns vintage wristwatch, circa 1964 a stylish automatic centre seconds wristwatch with date and crosshair dial the polerouter series is one of universals most famous model lines. Luca musumeci offers rare and authentic high end vintage watches from brands like rolex, patek philippe, audemars piguet, cartier, omega and more. Analogshift universal geneve polerouter gold plate. Vintage universal polerouter micro rotar automatic swiss mens working wrist.
One of my universal cal 215 occasionally stops when i put it down too, but it. It was actually created and designed by gerald genta, and started life with the calibre 8 automatic movment with a centrally pivoted bumper rotor assembly. The very rare original cristal features the engraved ug logo. The microrotor allowed for a much slimmer case design than other automatic calibres of the time, and is an innovation still employed by patek philippe. This example features an awesome silvered dial and automatic movement. Micro rotors are nothing new, but have traditionally stayed far away from reasonably priced watches. Universal geneve polerouter most of us, even the most diehard collectors, know only one watch designer by name. Make offer universal geneve polerouter date 28 jewel micro rotor automatic mens wristwatch. These microrotor movements were quite technically advanced. The watch is in fair condition with minimal wear to the gold plating. Is the micro rotor a completely reliable auto wind or does one need to give more. Since the start, the company has created complete watches with inhouse movements and throughout the 20th century, distributed many of the most iconic and important timepieces that are. If i hadnt seen the micro shots i would have assumed that they were legit because the lume has become faded and become one with the dial. Discover a large selection of universal geneve polerouter watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches.
Discover a large selection of universal geneve microtor watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches. Sep 25, 2015 universal geneve polerouter microroter super minty overhaul her we are checking our balance and mainspring assembly rebuild portion. Clock in very good condition despite its antiquity. Torrent utorrent web torrent client for windows utorrent is a browser based torrent client. Universal geneve introduced the polerouter or polarouter as the model was then called to mark this auspicious occasion. It features all original parts and was serviced by the previous owner before i purchased it this year. This vintage 1960s universal geneve polerouter is a very stunning watch on the wrist. As the polerouter iiiit has a daydate indication with two seperate windows at the 3. Universal geneve polerouters have finally all the attention they deserve. The movement used in the early polarouterand poleroutermodels was the caliber 8 ss. Watches, stories, and gear is a weekly roundup of some of our favorite watch content, great stories from around the web, and cool gear that weve got our eye on. This is a universal geneve polerouter made around 1964. Here we have for sale a universal geneva polerouter super automatic wristwatch in stainless steel. Universal geneve had created an inhouse automatic movement utilizing a micro rotor or microtor for their polerouter line, which was designed by gerald genta and had become a.
The watch is in very good condition over all, with some light signs of wear visible. Universal geneve polerouter microrotor automatic cal 2152. Why this watch matters originally designed by gerald genta, the polerouter is one of the most underrated vintage watches produced by universal geneve. These particular watches are gaining in popularity as many other polerouters are fetching premiums. The steel cased watch has the universal calibre 215 movement, this automatic winding movement has a microrotor, this means the eccentric weight is on the same plain as the rest of the watch mechanism, which in turns makes the watch movement thinner overall. However, there as so many design, conditions and fluctuating prices.
Universal geneve had created an inhouse automatic movement utilizing a micro rotor or microtor for their polerouter line, which was designed by gerald genta and had become a classic dress watch for many years. Unfollow universal polerouter to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Shipped with usps priority mail flat rate envelope. This weeks installment is brought to you by the windup watch shop.
Custom display back showing the vintage 2189 microrotor movement. Universal stainless steel polerouter wristwatch retailed by. Universal geneve polerouter, by gerald genta lug2lug duration. The full story the polerouter, originally designed by gerald genta in 1954, comes in a variety of dial colors and metals. However, there are still some ug models that are still relatively unmolested by the collecting masses. This article deals with the initial calibre 8ss polarouter, which was the forerunner of many models of polerouter watches. Universal geneve pole router in herrenuhren, vintage bei worldoftime. There were many classic watches released by universal geneve, however i shall focus on just three. It reminds me of the marbling you see a really nice piece of steak. Last year at baselworld universal geneve presented its cabriolet watch with the new ug 101 movement. Crack open the box of polerouters, a loupe and bottle of.
Universal geneve microtor ug 101 is everymans micro rotor. Dial features applied ug plaque, and signed universal geneve polerouter and automatic microrotor and swiss. A handson look at the universal geneve polerouter, designed by gerald. It was introduced by universal geneve in 1948, first as cal. For sale on 1stdibs polerouter universal geneve micro rotor automatic date strap watch wonderful top quality micro rotor universal geneve automatic date strap wrist watch. Find great deals on ebay for universal polerouter and universal geneve polerouter. The full story the polerouter, originally designed by gerald genta in 1954, comes in a variety of. Being from the beginning of the polerouter sub production, the present watch is. Universal geneve automatic mit microrotor gold 18k 28 rubine. Powered by caliber 215 self winding movement with micro rotor and sweep seconds. The purpose of the microrotor is to save space and allow for thinner movements, and thus thinner watches, making it unusually comfortable for an automatic. Universal geneve stainless steel polerouter sub wristwatch at. Universal geneve bumper polarouter a complete collectors. Some people recommended looking outside the omega brand, so i stumbled upon the universal geneve polerouter date.
In the world of the universal geneve polerouter there is one variation that all collectors have a particular affinity for. More about universal geneve vintage polerouter sub ss circa 1960s. For sale is my universal geneve polerouter super from the mid60s with the amazing cal. View this item and discover similar for sale at 1stdibs this is a rare stainless steel universal geneve polerouter sub automatic wristwatch, circa 1960s, with an asymmetric case, screw back, a signed screwdown. Universal geneve, kleinanzeigen jetzt finden oder inserieren. The 2182 was most common across the polerouter date range.
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