{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-genta-design-copy","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter -  Genta Design","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUniversal Genève Polerouter Ref. 20363-1 | Champagne Dial | Cal. 215 Microrotor | Gérald Genta Design | 1950s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eUniversal Genève Polerouter Ref. 20363-1\u003c\/b\u003e stands as one of the most historically important and beautifully executed timepieces in the world of mid-century horology. This particular example, from the late 1950s, features the \u003cb\u003eoriginal Gérald Genta-designed case\u003c\/b\u003e—the very design that launched one of the most iconic series in Universal Genève’s history and laid the foundation for Genta’s later masterpieces, including the \u003cb\u003eAudemars Piguet Royal Oak\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003ePatek Philippe Nautilus\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat truly sets this piece apart is its \u003cb\u003eperfect glossy black lacquer dial\u003c\/b\u003e—a stunning rarity for Polerouters of this age. Most examples have long succumbed to cracking, fading, or moisture damage, making this pristine dial an exceptional survivor. The rich black surface gleams under light, creating a mirror-like contrast against the \u003cb\u003egold-capped stainless steel case\u003c\/b\u003e, applied hour markers, and polished dauphine hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePowering this beauty is Universal Genève’s legendary \u003cb\u003eCaliber 215 microrotor movement\u003c\/b\u003e, celebrated as one of the earliest and most technically refined automatic winding systems ever created. Its engineering allowed the Polerouter to achieve a slimmer profile while maintaining mechanical durability and precision—qualities that made it the official watch of Scandinavian Airlines pilots during their pioneering transpolar flights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis example has been \u003cb\u003erecently serviced\u003c\/b\u003e and runs flawlessly, combining historical importance, aesthetic brilliance, and collectible rarity in one refined package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Universal Genève\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Polerouter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReference:\u003c\/b\u003e 20363-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1950s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement:\u003c\/b\u003e Automatic Microrotor, Universal Genève Cal. 215\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Gold-capped stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Vintage plexiglass (period correct, unmarked)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrown:\u003c\/b\u003e Period correct replacement (unsigned)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Original Champagne dial, applied markers, dauphine hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrap:\u003c\/b\u003e Aftermarket leather strap with generic buckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent, serviced, all functions working correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 38mm (without crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLug-to-Lug:\u003c\/b\u003e 44.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThickness:\u003c\/b\u003e 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLug Width:\u003c\/b\u003e 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement:\u003c\/b\u003e Calibre 215 Microrotor Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eJewel Count:\u003c\/b\u003e 28 jewels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, minutes, central seconds, automatic winding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e The Champagne dial shows aging, or moisture marks. .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase:\u003c\/b\u003e Gold-capped stainless steel case remains sharp, with gentle wear consistent with age. No overpolishing; edges are crisp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Vintage plexiglass in great shape; likely replaced at some point, as no Omega-style monogram is present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement:\u003c\/b\u003e Serviced Universal Genève Cal. 215 microrotor, running accurately with strong amplitude.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrap:\u003c\/b\u003e Aftermarket high-quality leather strap paired with a generic buckle, providing a classic finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eUniversal Genève Polerouter\u003c\/b\u003e, introduced in 1954, was designed by a then-24-year-old \u003cb\u003eGérald Genta\u003c\/b\u003e, who would later redefine modern watch design. The Polerouter was originally created for \u003cb\u003eScandinavian Airlines (SAS)\u003c\/b\u003e pilots flying over the magnetic fields of the Arctic Circle—hence its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe model’s innovative \u003cb\u003emicrorotor movement\u003c\/b\u003e revolutionized automatic watchmaking by embedding a smaller oscillating weight directly into the movement, allowing for a thinner case without sacrificing winding efficiency. This engineering marvel, combined with Genta’s symmetrical case and crosshair dial designs, has made the Polerouter a cornerstone in vintage watch collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eblack lacquer dial variant\u003c\/b\u003e, like this one, represents the pinnacle of rarity and desirability among collectors, as very few have survived in such pristine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Universal Geneve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47332683907210,"sku":"RWG-UG-001","price":100000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9778\/3434\/files\/13-IMG_1217.jpg?v=1763289919","url":"https:\/\/www.rewrist.com\/products\/universal-geneve-polerouter-genta-design-copy","provider":"ReWrist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}