Universal Genève Compax 885108 Blue Exotic Nina

exotic blue dial - Valjoux 72 - very rare

Universal Genève Compax 885108 Blue Exotic Nina - a super rare chronograph from 1971
a super rare chronograph from 1971
exotic blue dial
blue bakelite bezel
UG logo on the original acrylic crystal
stainless steel case
intact lugs form
crisp numbers on the back
very good timegrapher values
UG logo and 'Acier Inoxydable Swiss' inside the case back
fine and unusual on the wrist

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Description
Due to its unusual design, this chronograph's nickname is "Exotic". Also known as "Blue Exotic Nina", Universal Genève Compax 885108 is the colorful sister of the famous "Nina Rindt" model.

An important info for vintage collectors: the 7-digit serial numbers of all known examples of the Blue Exotic Nina start with 289, as is the case with this watch. This should be paid attention to when buying this model.

The reference 885108 is gaining more and more attention of vintage collectors not only because of its attractive design, but also to its rarity. Less than 20 pieces of the Blue Exotic Nina are known to exist.

Here you see an example that is even rarer due to its great condition. An extremely important feature are the legible numbers on the caseback. These are often no longer visible due to polishing. On this watch, the engraving of the serial and reference numbers is deep and clearly legible. The blue Bakelite bezel is absolutely perfectly preserved. The dark blue bezel color is usually found on the Exotic Nina with silver base color. In rare cases, you can see this bezel in the combination with the dark blue dial, like with the present specimen. The original watch crystal still bears the small UG logo in the center.

On the wrist, the 36mm stainless steel case sits very comfortably and creates with its rich blue bezel and exotic blue dial an exceptional look.

Condition report
Dial: great condition - few natural signs of aging - original tritium lume in the markers and hands - luminous material in the minute hand is not quite complete - signed "Swiss Made".

Case: natural wear marks - intact lugs - clearly legible reference and serial number on the back - flawless blue Bakelite bezel.

Movement: manual winding caliber Valjoux 72 - chronograph starts, stops and resets flawlessly - rates: rate deviation: -6s/day, amplitude: 317, beat error: 0.3 - service not necessary.

Summing-Up.
Thanks to the exotic dial, this Universal Genève Compax has its own unique identity. Great condition, rarity, legendary movement: a watch to fall in love with!

Case number: 2892xxx

Int.Exe.: 1252675
Features

Manufacturer: Universal Genève

Model: Compax

Reference: 885108

Functions: chronograph - small running second - hour and minute - stopwatch - tachymeter - 12 hour totalizer - 30 minutes counter - screwed-on caseback

Material: Stainless steel

Dial: blue

Watch glass: acrylic crystal

Bracelet: leather

Type of clasp: pin buckle

Diameter: 36mm

Caliber name: Valjoux 72

Movement type: manual wound

Year of Manufacture: 1971

Overall condition: 8 - worn regularly - light signs of wear

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