Universal Genève 'Calatrava'

While Universal Genève may be most famed for its Compax chronographs and the Polerouter, its svelte dress watches are equally compelling. Throughout the latter half of the 20th century, UG designed simple, time-only watches alongside its more complicated brethren that played with shape, color, and design in interesting and novel ways. Take this timepiece, for example: modest in proportions at 35mm, this watch packs a substantial presence and personality into its unassuming package. The secret? A lovely sector dial with applique explorer numerals at 3,6,9, and 12. This piece is topped off with a 'dauphine' handset and subsidiary seconds. This piece is fashioned from stainless steel and features a lovely sharp case powered by a UG Cal. 138 bumper movement. This is the perfect entryway into Universal Genève for the budding collector, or an excellent addition to an established collection for the person who appreciates superb quality and that very quintessential 1960s-1970s dress watch style meets exuberance. Sure to garner knowing nods of approval from the inner enthusiast circle, this is a killer option from one of our absolute favorite brands - full stop.