Universal Genève Polerouter 20217 4

Universal Geneve Polerouter 20217-4

Designed by Genta in 1954 when he was just 23, the Universal Geneve Polerouter is the watch that kick-started the designer's illustrious career. Launched to commemorate the beginning of Scandinavian Airlines Systems (SAS) flights from Europe to Los Angeles and New York, the Polerouter has aviation at its core, as referenced by its name. The routes flown by SAS from Copenhagen to LA flew over the North Pole, which shortened flight times between the two points from 36 to 22 hours, thus creating the name Polerouter. In addition to being named after its route, the Polerouter's construction was also influenced by this route, as the North Pole's magnetic force would wreak havoc on most watches and instruments in the plane. As such, Universal Geneve needed to make the Polerouter resistant to magnetism. One of the most iconic pilot's watches around, the Polerouter has grown a cult-like status amongst watch collectors as they fawn over its understated design and rich heritage linked to the dawn of transcontinental aviation. Offered as a classic variant of the Polerouter, the ref. 20217-4 measures 36mm in diameter and is powered by the automatic cal. 138SS movement. Boasting a stainless steel JB Champion bracelet, this example makes for a wonderful wearing experience, with its black and silver dial presenting in excellent condition. Brand : Universal Geneve Dimensions : 36mm Model : Polerouter Movement : Automatic cal. 138SS Reference : 20217-4 Bracelet : Stainless steel JB Champion bracelet Year : Circa 1950s Condition : Excellent Material : Stainless steel Included : Watch only Dial Color : Black THE DIAL Offered with a black dial, this example's dark central portion elegantly contrasts the silver chapter ring that surrounds it, for a remarkable effect on the wrist. THE CONSTRUCTION Offered on a JB Champion stainless steel bracelet, the Polerouter's 36mm construction is both elegant, thanks to its lyre lugs, and full of presence thanks to its modern sizing and the additional heft of the bracelet. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.