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Universal Genève Ref. 22258 SS Tri-Compax

€ 4 800
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Beautiful and collectible, this Universal Genève Ref. 22258 Tri-Compax is a remarkable vintage chronograph featuring triple calendar and moon phase complications. Housed in a three-piece stainless steel circular case with squared chronograph pushers, a snap-on back, and classic crown, this watch blends functionality with timeless elegance. The argenté (silver-toned) dial is adorned with crisp black graphics, English day and month indicators, and Arabic numerals with tritium-filled indexes and hands, offering both legibility and charm. A true gem for Universal Genève collectors and vintage complication watch enthusiasts, combining design, utility, and rarity.

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Technical Card

Brand: Universal Genève

Reference: 22258

Material: Stainless Steel

Movement: Manual winding

Model: Tri-Compax

Series: N/A

Year: 1940's

Function: Triple Calendar & Chronograph

Case Diameter: 34 mm

Case Thickness: 7 mm

Bracelet: Strap

Conditions: Very Good

Dial:
Original argentè color with the windows for the day-Moon Phases and Month, "Arabics" numerals tritium indexes and "Alpha" tritium hands, centre seconds chronograph.

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In the 1950’s this watch presented the most appreciated complications that could be found on a wristwatch, one of the complex watches available in that time.

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