Universal Geneve Tri Compax 1945

Universal Geneve Tri Compax 1945The Universal Geneve Tri Compax is quite simply one of the most desirable and most collectible watches on the vintage market today. This version with the reference 22250 from 1945 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 stainless steel case with uniquely shaped spider lugs and a dial layout that is to die for. The icing on the cake, it comes in NOS

23-300 - manual wound

37 mm (without crown) / 43 mm (lug-to-lug) / 17 mm (between lugs)

5 mm (without crown) / 41 mm (lug-to-lug) / 19 mm (between lugs)

How this dial plays with light is absolutely amazing

original never touched white/silver dial in flawless condition

Year: 1964

original never touched "mother-of-pearl" dial in flawless condition

some very slight aging on the edges of the dial

This particular piece from 1970 is notable for its 18k white gold fluted bezel

Most watches in Patek Philippe’s offerings boast a more traditional round case

Chopard  - manual wind

especially as it comes in near NOS condition