RARE WATCHES, FINE JEWELS & MODERN ART

Monaco, Jul 17, 2018

LOT 46

UNIVERSAL GENÈVE

EUR 40,000 - 80,000

Sold: EUR 54,096


Grading System
Grade:
Case: 3-8

Good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-6-01

Good

Slightly oxidized

HANDS Original

Brand Universal Geneve

Model Compax

Reference Ref. 22531

Year 1942

Bracelet Leather

Numbers Case N. 878126

Caliber UG 292

Dimensions 46 mm.

Signature case, dial and movement.

Accessories Extract from the Archives

Notes

This oversized chronograph has the most impressive case of the collection Compax with a diameter of 46 mm. Usually intended for pilots because of the large dial size, it allows for easy legibility of the luminous hour markers and hands. Often paired with an adjustable strap to fit over a pilot's jacket while flying. Most often seen with silver dials, the present lot's black dial is extremely rare. It has developed a lovely patinated color. These large Compax models were fitted with the caliber UG 292. The Compax has the timeless aesthetics of a 1940s chronograph and the condition, rarity and sheer beauty of the present watch are sure to impress even the most discerning collectors of the world's finest watches. Incroyable Montre-bracelet chronographe en acier inoxydable extralarge avec échelle tachymétrique extérieure dorée et trois grands compteurs auxiliaires. Ce chronographe surdimensionné possède le boîtier le plusimpressionnant de la collection Compax avec un diamètre de 46 mm. Habituellement destiné aux pilotes en raison de la grande taille du cadran, permettant une lisibilité facile avec des chiffres et des aiguilles lumineuses. Souvent équipé avec une sangle de cuir réglable pour s'adapter au blouson d'un pilote en vol. Le plus souvent vu avec des cadrans en argent, le cadran noir du lot actuel est extrêmement rare. Il a développé une jolie couleur patinée et laquée. Ces grands modèles Compax ont été équipés du calibre UG 292. Les Compax ont l'esthétique intemporelle des chronographes des années 1940 et l'état, la rareté et la beauté pure de la présente montre sont sûrs d'impressionner même les collectionneurs les plus exigeants des plus belles montres du monde.

CONDITIONS AND INFORMATION FOR BUYERS

For Jewels the buyer will pay to the order of Monaco Legend Group, in addition to the hammer price, a buyer’s premium of:
until 1.000.000 €: 28.80% TTC. (24% HT).
Major of 1.000.000 €:15% TTC (12,5% HT).
Watches are submitted to a premium of:
Until 250.000 €: 28.80% TTC. (24% HT). From 250.001 to 999.999 €: 24%TTC. (20% HT).
Major of 1.000.000 €:15% TTC. (12,5% HT).
Artworks are submitted to a fix premium of 30% TTC. (25% HT).
Vehicles are submitted to a premium of: Until 50.000 €: 18% TTC. (15% HT)
Major of 50.000 €: 15% TTC. (12,5% HT)
The lots marked with a * are liable to the relevant import VAT:
› › 20% of the additional charge for the watches and jewels.
› › 5.5% of the additional charge for the artworks.