Universal Genève is a collector's secret that is no longer secret. Gérald Genta's Polerouter and the Compax chronograph family have risen sharply, and gold examples in original condition are genuinely sought after.
What we look at
Original crosshair and two-tone dials command the strongest premiums. We check the calibre, case hallmarks and whether the dial has been refinished, and we explain what we find.
Universal Genève models we buy
Polerouter and Polerouter Date
Compax and Uni-Compax
Tri-Compax
Aero-Compax
White Shadow
Golden Shadow
Not listed? We buy every Universal Genève reference — send us a photo and we will identify it for you.
Universal Genève questions we are asked
I have never heard of Universal Genève — is it valuable?
It can be very valuable. Do not sell one as scrap gold without having it identified first.
Do you buy gold-filled Universal Genève cases?
Yes — the collector value normally exceeds the metal value on these.