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Universal Geneve Polerouter De Luxe 10357 - 18K YG Champagne Sunburst

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Champagne Sunburst Dial
The champagne sunburst dial is the lead feature here, with a finish that has held its depth and remains free of spotting. This model is housed in solid 18K yellow gold, in the De Luxe version of the Polerouter family. It combines the celebrated case geometry of the line with the weight and presence of a precious metal. The smooth bezel and classic proportions create a balanced and focused dress watch from one of Universal Geneve's most important periods.
A Genta-Designed Classic
The Polerouter was designed by a young Gerald Genta in 1954 for Scandinavian Airlines pilots flying new routes over the magnetic North Pole. The watch needed to be resistant to the strong magnetic fields encountered on these flights, a technical problem Universal Geneve was chosen to solve. This 1960s example benefits from the brand's innovative micro-rotor automatic movement, which allowed for a significantly thinner case profile while maintaining self-winding capability.
Case Lines Intact
Very Good Vintage Condition overall, with a solid gold case that retains its original lug shapes and factory lines. The case shows light wear consistent with its age, but the definition remains. The champagne sunburst dial surface is preserved, and the hands are intact. The watch is fitted to a dark brown leather strap with a simple buckle, complementing the gold case. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
Solid Gold On The Wrist
The case has a discreet footprint, but the solid 18K gold construction gives it a noticeable substance on the wrist. It's a watch that wears with the considered elegance of a mid-century design. The combination of a Genta design, a historically important model line, and a solid gold execution gives this Polerouter a lasting hold. It remains a core piece for vintage collectors for its history and its enduring proportions.
Key Specs
Reference: 10357
Model: Polerouter De Luxe
Era: 1960s
Movement: Automatic
Case Size: 34mm (Excluding Crown)
Bezel: Smooth 18K Yellow Gold
Strap: Dark Brown Leather
Dial: Champagne Sunburst, Gold Stick Indices
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Weight: 47.1g
SKU: 1915
Fit & Customization
This watch should feel like it was made for your wrist from the moment you put it on. That's why we offer:
  • Strap Customization: Any two-piece strap swapped and custom-fitted in your choice of material, color, and length
  • Standard Bracelet Sizing: Precise link additions or removals to achieve your exact fit
  • Integrated Bracelet Sizing: A bespoke service few boutiques are equipped to handle
  • Custom Caseback Engraving: Personalize your watch with initials, dates, or custom text engraved on the caseback
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