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Universal Genève Cushion Case – Small Seconds – 1930s
Universal Genève Cushion Case – Small Seconds – 1930s
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Specifications
Year: c.1930s
Box/Papers: No / No
Case Size: Approx. 18mm
Movement: Swiss Manual Wind
Strap: Brown leather strap
Condition: Running and keeping time
Condition
Presented here is a charming early Universal Genève dating to approximately the 1930s. Housed in a compact cushion-shaped case, this piece captures the elegant proportions and understated styling of pre-war Swiss watchmaking. The original cream dial features a combination of Roman numerals and baton markers, alongside a traditional recessed small seconds display at 6 o'clock, all complemented by heat-blued steel hands.
The watch is mechanically sound and currently keeping time. As expected for a watch approaching a century old, it shows honest signs of age throughout, giving it the character collectors often look for in early Universal Genève pieces.
Dial
The original cream dial displays an attractive aged patina with light spotting and wear throughout. The printed Roman numerals remain well defined, and the recessed small seconds register is clean and easy to read.
Case
The chromed cushion case shows noticeable wear and plating loss around the bezel and edges, consistent with age and regular use. The case retains its original shape and has developed an authentic vintage appearance.
Crown
The unsigned crown winds smoothly and functions correctly.
Movement
Powered by its original Swiss manual wind Universal Genève movement, the watch is currently running and keeping time.
Case Back
The case back is in used vintage condition with clear age-related wear, surface scratches and marks throughout. This is expected for a watch of this age and does not take away from the overall charm of the piece.
Strap
The watch is fitted to a brown leather strap, which complements the aged cream dial and vintage case nicely. The strap is wearable and gives the watch a classic early wristwatch look, though buyers may choose to replace it depending on personal preference.
For a watch of this age, this piece is in good overall order and is ready to wear.
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Terms of Sale
Please note these are vintage timepieces and their timekeeping abilities will never be the same as modern equivalents. We ensure that all of our watches are keeping time within vintage specification.
We are legally required to accept returns within 14 days while providing our customers with fully authentic timepieces.
We guarantee the full authenticity of all of our timepieces. Each piece is fully tested and inspected by our watchmaker to ensure both full functionality and authenticity.
We offer fully tracked international shipping worldwide.
International customers are responsible for any customs charges or import duties when receiving a purchase.
We cannot guarantee any water resistance due to the age of these watches.
Customers may return their purchased item within 14 days of the delivery date, provided the item is returned in the same condition as received.
International buyers are responsible for any customs charges that apply when returning an item.
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