Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, May 10, 2025
LOT 68
UNIVERSAL, SWITZERLAND, REF. 881101/3, TRI-COMPAX, "EXOTIC" GREY DIAL, STAINLESS STEEL
CHF 10,000 - 20,000
HKD 95,000 - 190,000 / USD 12,300 - 24,500 / EUR 10,800 - 21,500TO BE SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE
Sold: CHF 26,250
A fine, rare, desirable, stainless steel, manual wind chronograph wristwatch with date, moonphase and grey dial
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8-29 |
Very good Slightly scratched Lacking elements |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-6-8-01 |
Good Slightly oxidized Slightly scratched HANDS Original |
Brand Universal, switzerland
Model Tri-Compax
Reference 881101/3
Year circa 1968
Case No. 2684723
Bracelet stainless steel Universal/Gay Freres bracelet dated 63 with deployant clasp, approx. overall length 170 mm.
Diameter 36
Caliber 281, 17 jewels
Signature dial, case and movement
Notes
Part of the last series of the so-called Exotic dials this slate grey version appears to be the rarest of them all. This example has remained in all original condition still featuring clear reference and serial numbers on the caseback (often polished off) and will please any Universal Geneve collectors.
Please note that the casing ring is missing.
Please note that the casing ring is missing.