Uni-Compax 124103 - 18k Rose Gold Jumbo Chronograph - Watch Only - 1950s

Uni-Compax 124103 - 18k Rose Gold Jumbo Chronograph - Watch Only (1950s)

A superb example of Universal Geneve's mid-century chronograph craftsmanship, the Uni-Compax 124103 pairs a generous 37mm 18k solid rose gold Jumbo case with the maker's signature squared pushers. Under a period-correct plexiglass crystal, the silvered dial displays applied rose-gold Arabic numerals with dagger indices, framed by a blue outer tachymeter scale and twin sub-registers powered by Universal Geneve's celebrated column-wheel Caliber 285.

Details:

• Reference: 124103
• Year: 1950s
• Case Size: 37mm, 18k Rose Gold (solid gold)
• Bezel: Fixed, 18k Rose Gold
• Dial: Silvered with applied rose-gold Arabic numerals (12, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10) and dagger indices, blue outer tachymeter scale, running seconds at 9 and chronograph minute counter at 3
• Movement: Universal Geneve Caliber 285, manual-wind column-wheel chronograph, 17 jewels, 42-hour power reserve
• Case Back: Snap-on 18k rose gold, reference and serial engraved
• Crystal: Plexiglass
• Strap: Aftermarket brown alligator leather with pin buckle

Set Includes:

• Watch only

Condition:

• Solid 18k rose gold case
• Aftermarket strap and buckle
• Good overall condition with honest signs of use
• Dial clean with even age
• Plexiglass crystal free of significant scratches
• Movement running, chronograph functions operating

The Cal. 285 is one of Universal Geneve's most respected chronograph movements - a column-wheel-controlled manual winder that powered the Uni-Compax, Compax, and Tri-Compax lines throughout the brand's golden era of chronograph production.