The Universal Geneve Tri-Compax is quite simply one of the most desirable and most collectible watches on the vintage market today.
Our version with the reference 12551 from the 1940s is not just a great example of this model - it's also a great demonstration as to why the Tri Compax is so avidly sought. It features a beautiful 18k rose gold case with angled lugs and a dial layout that is to die for.
CASE:
- great overall condition, showing some very minor traces of use
- 3- body 18k rose gold case with snap-on case back from casemaker Jung & Fils
- professionally polished to UG factory specifications
- 36 mm (without crown) / 45 mm (lug-to-lug) / 19 mm (between lugs) / 13 mm thick
- year: 1940s
- reference: 12551
- total weight: 48 g
MOVEMENT:
- Universal Geneve Cal. 287 manual wind
- 17 jewels, 18000 A/h, 44 hours power reserve
- professionally serviced in 01/2025
- -7 sec/d / 320°
DIAL:
- original never touched silver colored dial in great condition
- original hands, dial and crown
- original and evenly aged lume on hands and dial
- some evenly developed patina throughout the dial
STRAP & BUCKLE:
- comes with black aftermarket leather strap is fitting up to 21 cm wrist size / 2.5 mm thick
- comes with aftermarket rose gold plated buckle
GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #853