Interesting Universal, Genéve Compax chronograph stainless s...

Hammer

£980

Interesting Universal, Genéve Compax chronograph stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 22278, serial no. 1161xxx, movement no. 256xxx, circa 1947, silvered dial with luminous Arabic numerals, chronograph centre seconds and triple subsidiary dials, cal. 281 movement with dust cover, the case back with inscription 'Championnat Du Monde, S.Circa Genéve 1947', 34mm (no strap, requires service)

** see the link below for further reference. The 1947 World Championship regatta program was the first to be held outside of the US in Genéva, Switzerland in 1947.
 
https://www.snipe.org/articles-advices-and-education/snipe-yesterday/1947-snipe-world-championship-geneva-switzerland/

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Movement - currently functioning although the centre second hand is not setting back correctly so will require attention.
Dial - typical light marks as expected of the period.
Glass - light marks.
Hands - visible marks.
Case - engraved back - see images.
Crown - adjusts correctly.
Strap/Bracelet - no strap or bracelet.
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Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained