A very early Compur with faceted lugs. WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL The Compur is a quintessential chronograph from Universal Genève; with its balanced dial and well-proportioned case, this watch has maintained its timelessness flawlessly. Trademaked in 1937, the Universal Genève Compur range of chronographs featured for the first time in watchmaking history a movement with the second column wheel under the dial, the famous Compur were replaced in the early 1940 by the Uni-Compax. THE STORY Universal Genève has been on the up and up over the past few years and it's easy to see why. The Compur was lauched in 1937 and quickly became a hit. The Swiss manufacture consistently produced beautiful tool watches such as this Compur with two subsidiary dials and extremely rare Universal Genève logo on the dial. This example feature a perfect balance of elegance and sporty look. THE DATAMaker: Universal Genève Model: Compur 18k Yellow Gold Reference: 12420 Case N°: 729xxx Year: 1938 Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Dimentions (WxHxT): 35x43x12mm Caliber: In House UG 285 Bracelet/Strap: Brown leather Lug width: 18mm Box/Papers: N/A THE IMPORTANT DETAILS This watch is in extremely good condition for its age. The case is verywell preserved, and the rare silver white dial featuring the Universal Genève logo with elongated roman numbers looks great. This is a superb vintage chronograph, elegant and scarce, with a nice presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear.