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What is a Polerouter watch?
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A Polerouter watch is a timepiece designed by Universal Genève. The Swiss watchmaker released the watch in 1954. Legendary designer Gerald Genta created the design. Its fluted chapter ring and oversize 12 o'clock marker set it apart from other mid-century modern pieces. Shop a range of Universal Genève Polerouter watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Universal Genève Polerouter 20217-5 1955
By Universal Genève
Located in London, GB
A truly fine example of the iconic Universal Genève Polerouter, this model is the 20217-5 version automatic bumper dating back to around 1955 by the serial number. Its been very well...
Category
Vintage 1950s British Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
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Vintage Universal Geneve 18k Pink Gold Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Montreal, QC
Universal Geneve 18k pink gold men's wristwatch, case #10959-1027889. Measures 39mm x 29mm, 15 jewels and manual wind movement, caliber 264, acrylic crystal...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
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Universal Geneve Compax stainless steel Manual Wristwatch Ref 22703-1
By Universal Genève
Located in Surfside, FL
Universal Geneve Compax in stainless steel on a brown crocodile strap. Featuring a two tone dial with an outside tachometer ring in blue with black enamel sticks. Manual wind valjoux...
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Uni Compax Chronograph circa 1940s
By Universal Genève
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Universal Geneve Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Uni Compax 2 Register Chronograph
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
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Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Universal Geneve Gold Filled Tank Watch Automatic
By Universal Genève
Located in New York, NY
This vintage gold filled Universal Genève watch is from the 1960s era. It has a white dial and a 30mm X 30mm case. The watch has a brown leather strap, features a caliber 138SS bumpe...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
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Universal Geneve Polerouter Day Date
By Universal Genève
Located in New York, NY
The vintage 1970s Rare Universal Genève Polerouter Automatic timepiece is a distinctive and sought-after watch. Encased in a 40mm...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
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