Universal Genève Polerouter 'Straight Lug'

Very rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter. With its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class. This particular Polerouter, a Reference 20735/22, dates to circa 1960-1961 and features a 34mm stainless steel case with straight lugs, a signed crown, and an acrylic crystal. Inside it has a glossy black Tritium dial with applied indices and a stainless steel chapter ring, a matching pencil handset, and a variant of UG’s Caliber 218-9 automatic winding 'Microtor' movement. When you strap it on your wrist you’ll quickly see why collectors are always on the hunt for exceptional Polerouters such as this one!