An exquisite drive watch - Universal Genève Sub
Bits of history Universal Genve was (Im using the was because I was not able to locate any reference to U.N. after 2009, including their web site) a very interesting company. The company was founded in 1894 in Locle by Numa-Emile Descombes and Ulysse ...
Thanks for the superb write up
UG has always captured my imagination, however, not so easy to locate where I live. What a shame. Do u happen to have a picture of the movement ? It would be great to see it in a sub! Thanks again Nilo! HAGWE!
I tried to open the case ...
With my magic ball but it seems that it requires more force. Since the watch is not mine, I give up. Sorry. Nilo
Wow! Great historical and candid photos!
Thank you. My U G is getting out of the watch cabinet tonight for some wearing. Cazalea
I didn't know the ladies version!
Thanks a lot this article on a watch which is under appreciated, compared to its glorious sisters, such as the Longines and the JLC. Now, the assymetric case is superb too. I also have to thank you to have put a picture of the full set, which is very rar...
That's a full set ...
I don't care for the box&papers in your case. Amazes me your UG Sub patina. But I trade, any time, the UG by the Polaris. Cheers, Nilo
Not totally the full set, as there are a few other interesting 42 SC cases.
Such as the Droz, the Bulova, for example. But I must say that these 2 are my pride. ;) Best, Nicolas
Yes, but nothing beat ...
The Polaris "fatal attraction". It irradiates an aura of perfection that's unbeatable. Cheers, Nilo
The Polaris is magic, but I wouldn't forget ( which I did in my previous answer )
The bloody Vulcain Nautical! The UG has its stunning micro rotor, which is one of the big interesting detail of this watch, and the Longines has its in house movement, not specially superb, though, but the dial is to die for. The Bulova and the Droz are i...
The Vulcain ...
Has a more 70's look and I'm hoping to see one reedition "in metal" but its very interesting. Cheers, Nilo
Which one is Seventies looking? This one???
The one after yes, I agree, but this one? Best, Nicolas. ...
My fault, Master ...
I was thinking on the colorful 70's look. This one is more on the 60's league and is gorgeous. Merci, Nilo
Greetings Nilo! It is truly an exquisite watch! And a rare piece I feel...
... I would be very happy to add one example of this classic dive watch. Never found one here though. Interesting to view the other variants too. Beautiful watch, and beautiful pictures you post, as usual! Enjoy it in good health! Best cordial regards, Ab...
I will be happy to add ...
Abel, You didn't notice that the Sub is not mine. It's from a dear friend and it was "mine" only for few days. Wonderful watch. Gracias, Nilo
Welcome Sir...
This UG Sub is not an easy find. My friend is very proud of his Sub. Cheers, Nilo
Superb review !
and the compressor case full set is impressive Thank you for the nice write up ! Best, Laurent
Thank you Laurent ...
This double crown super compressor from UG is, to mimic Nico, super sexy. Cheers, Nilo
Here is an symmetrical single crown example....
Hi Nilo UG also made a symmetrical single crown case Polerouter Sub... I have to assume before the 1969 example.... Here are photos of mine... I will look for more pics...... But I always wanted a two crown super compressor.... Maybe someday... Good Hunti...
I'm always amazed by those 60's watches ...
Bill, Its an Impressive variety of cases/dials/hands and movements. Yours is a true beauty. Lovely case design with those curve lugs. Must be very comfortable on the wrist. Is a shame that no one took Universal to our century, for good. Good luck with you...
