Universal Genève Polerouter 869120/02

Universal Genève Polerouter Sub ORIGINAL & GF bracelet | cal.1-69 ref.869120/02 | circa 1969

Basic Info Listing code : MPTQ47 Brand : Universal Genève Model : Polerouter Reference number : 869120/02 Movement : Automatic Case material : Steel Bracelet material : Steel Year of production : 1969 Condition : Used (Good) Most Recent Servicing : April 23, 2022 Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers Gender : Men's watch/Unisex Location : Portugal, Maia Price : 7,390 Availability : Item is in stock Caliber Movement : Automatic Caliber/movement : cal.1-69 Case Case material : Steel Case diameter : 40 x 47 mm Dial : Black Bracelet/strap Bracelet material : Steel Bracelet color : Steel Clasp : Fold clasp Clasp material : Steel Functions Date The original Polerouter was designed by Gérald Genta in 1954, and Universal Genève made many variations of the model over the years. One of the models that stemmed from the general Polerouter collection is the Polerouter Sub. Universal Genève debuted the Polerouter Sub in 1961, and it was in production until the late 1960s. This is a larger, sportier, and more robust watch meant for diving. Universal Genève gave this watch the classic characteristics of a dive watch but provided its distinct spin on the genre. For example, this model, ref. 869120/02, has a green rotating bezel, a large screw-down crown, a luminous dial, and hands, and is powered by the Universal Genève cal.1-69, a movement also found in various other Polerouter watches. One of the great things about Universal Genève is its attention to detail, and this Polerouter Sub has a lot of subtle characteristics that are easy to miss. First off, the red-and-white text on the dial is very cool, especially with the red line going across the center, dividing the dial from top to bottom. The "U" in Sub looks like a small trident, which provides a nod to its aquatic origin. The hour hand is white, the minutes hand is orange, and the seconds hand is orange too, which is helpful for legibility. Finally, the trapezoidal shape of the date window and the magnifying lens of the Universal Genève-signed crystal help round out the little details. BRAND - Universal Genève Polerouter Sub REF - 869120/02 YEAR - Circa 1969 CASE - Number 2.708.000 / Inside Case Stamped: 869120 CRYSTAL - Plexiglass - Original with “U” logo LUME - Yes, original tritium MOVEMENT - Cal.1-69 "Micro-Rotor" BRACELET - Complete links Gay Frères for Universal Genève "Swiss-made" bracelet from the 3rd quarter of 1969 with "UM" end links. It also has a link extender for diving. BOX - No PAPERS - No Photos are part of the description!