Universal Geneve

With a rich history dating back to 1894, Universal Geneve was renowned for their chronographs and complicated timepieces, particularly the iconic Polerouter designed by Gerald Genta. The brand's historical pieces, including the Tri-Compax and Compax series, remain highly sought after by collectors. Their contributions to watchmaking include numerous innovations in chronograph and calendar mechanisms. Each vintage piece represents their historical significance in the development of Swiss watchmaking.


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[WTS] Universal Geneve White Shadow | $1150 | Excellent Condition

Universal Geneve White Shadow | $1150 | Excellent Condition

Universal Geneve - 867102 · $1,150
A Universal Geneve White Shadow with a microrotor movement in excellent condition. This model is hard to find and features an original leather band, buckle, and has been serviced.

  • Condition: Excellent Condition
  • Movement: Caliber 2-67 Microrotor
  • Serviced: October 2024
  • Band: Original leather band and buckle
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Jun 16, 2025, 12:11 PM
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[WTS] Universal Geneve Gold-Plated High-Class Quartz

Universal Geneve Gold-Plated High-Class Quartz

This Universal Genève has a beautiful dial and runs perfectly, with an interesting quartz movement.

  • Condition: Good condition, runs perfectly
  • Diameter: 33.5 mm
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Jun 14, 2025, 3:41 PM
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[WTS] Universal Geneve Polerouter 20375-1 Cal. 68 Silver Microrotor Automatic Watch - $720

Universal Geneve Polerouter 20375-1 Cal. 68 Silver Microrotor Automatic Watch - $720

This Universal Geneve Polerouter is a silver microrotor automatic watch with Cal. 68 movement, running strong on the timegrapher.

  • Condition: Used
  • Case diameter: 34mm (excluding crown)
  • Lug width: 18mm
  • Lug to lug: 41mm
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Jun 13, 2025, 11:53 AM
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[WTS] 1990s Universal Genève Compax Chronograph “Lobster” Ref. 875.230 Cal. ETA 251.471 | $355

1990s Universal Genève Compax Chronograph “Lobster” Ref. 875.230 Cal. ETA 251.471 | $355

This is a 1990s Universal Genève Compax Chronograph featuring a lobster-style bracelet and a solid ETA quartz movement.

  • Condition: Good for its age, with some scratches on the case
  • Case size: 42 x 50mm, thickness: 13.2mm
  • Water resistance: 200m (not guaranteed)
  • Crystal: sapphire
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Jun 13, 2025, 11:41 AM
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[WTS] Universal Genève Polerouter Date - Serviced March 2025

Universal Genève Polerouter Date - Serviced March 2025

1960 Universal Genève Polerouter Date watch with a gorgeous patina and original dial, recently serviced in March 2025. The automatic movement is running strong, with a case size of 35mm.

  • Condition: Vintage, serviced (March 2025)
  • Case size: 35mm
  • Bracelet type: Not original beads of rice
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Jun 12, 2025, 3:51 PM
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[WTS] Universal Geneve Altessa Ellipse, Mint and With Box ($550)

Universal Geneve Altessa Ellipse, Mint and With Box ($550)

This Universal Geneve Altessa Ellipse is a manual wind watch with a horizontal style ellipse design, 34mm in diameter. It comes with the original box and keeps good time.

  • Condition: Mint
  • Case diameter: 34mm
  • Bracelet adjustability: adjustable to fit any wrist size
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Jun 11, 2025, 2:48 PM
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[WTS] Universal Geneve Tank-ish🔥 Automatic Caliber 1-24 🔥 Very Rare Vintage Stainless Steel Ref. 824603/01 R💲REDUCED💲

Universal Geneve Tank-ish🔥 Automatic Caliber 1-24 🔥 Very Rare Vintage Stainless Steel Ref. 824603/01 R💲REDUCED💲

A very rare vintage stainless steel watch with an in-house automatic movement, featuring a unique 'tank' style design and measuring 20x28mm.

  • Condition: Very good condition for a 50 year old watch, with very few scratches on the case or crystal.
  • Movement Type: Automatic
  • Jewels: 25 jewels
  • Bracelet Length: Fixed length
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Jun 10, 2025, 9:41 PM
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[WTS] 1970s Clean Universal Genève Gilt Shadow Gold Electroplated - $999 Shipped!

1970s Clean Universal Genève Gilt Shadow Gold Electroplated - $999 Shipped!

This rare 1970s Universal Genève features a yellow gold electroplated case, classic Roman numerals, and a date window. The watch measures 35mm in diameter and includes an automatic movement.

  • Condition: Excellent
  • Case Diameter: 35mm
  • Movement Type: Automatic
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Jun 9, 2025, 1:35 PM
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[WTS] 1990s Universal Genève Compax Chronograph “Lobster” Ref. 875.230 Cal. ETA 251.471 | $365

1990s Universal Genève Compax Chronograph “Lobster” Ref. 875.230 Cal. ETA 251.471 | $365

This is a 1990s Universal Genève Compax Chronograph featuring a lobster-style bracelet and a solid ETA quartz movement.

  • Condition: Good for its age, with scratches on the case
  • Water Resistance: 200m
  • Movement Type: quartz with 1/10 chronograph function
  • Jewels: 23
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Jun 6, 2025, 12:52 PM
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