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ART DECO INGENUITY
CABRIOLET
Patented in 1933, it was one of the first reversible watches, designed to protect its crystal and dial, showcasing Universal Genève’s innovative watchmaking.
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AIRBORNE PRECISION
POLEROUTER
Designed by Gérald Genta at the age of 23, the 1954 Polerouter for SAS pilots set a new standard for aviation watches with its robust, anti-magnetic design.
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DISTINCTIVE CHRONO DESIGN
COMPAX
Introduced in 1936, it was the first wrist chronograph with an hour counter and would evolve by the 1960s into the iconic “Nina Rindt” sports watch with a distinctive panda dial.
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CLEAN COMPLEXITY
TRI-COMPAX
The first industrialized full-calendar chronograph debuted to great success in 1944 and reached legendary status when worn by Eric Clapton in the 1960s.
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ENDURING STYLE
COMPUR COLONIAL
The 1930s’ Compur Colonial was among Universal Genève’s first modern chronographs. Its daring case design, billed as “climate-proof,” made it a standout of its era.
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DUAL DISCIPLINE
SPACE-COMPAX
A 1967 chronograph for diving and motorsports, the Space-Compax’s asymmetric case and rubber pushers make it truly unique in form and function.
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IN-FLIGHT INNOVATION
AERO-COMPAX
The 1940s’ Aero-Compax featured a static memento dial that served as a simple, yet effective, way to remind pilots of an appointment or ETA.
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NAVIGATIONAL MASTERPIECE
A. CAIRELLI SPLIT SECOND
Crafted for the Italian Air Force in the 1950s, this 44-mm marvel includes split-seconds timing, a 24-hour dial, and a 16-minute chronograph—designed for precise navigation over the Mediterranean.
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DESIGN FLAIR
DISCO VOLANTE
In the mid 1950s, Universal Genève shifted focus to bold designs like the Disco Volante series of sleek dress watches that embody elegance and creativity.