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Been a fan of the Polerouter for a long time . . .
. . . but never knew until now that Genta was the designer. Thanks for that crucial bit of info, Abel . . . it adds much to my appreciation of the line.
I found one locally a few years ago in a desirable configuration (218-9 chronometer movement, silver and black dial, steel case), but there was evidence of rotor wear, plus an extra set of springbar holes drilled into the lugs, so no go. A year later, mrsnak and I discovered this gorgeous UG that shares design cues with the Polerouter . . .
. . . but we both passed as each of us had just acquired vintage watches a week or so before. Big mistake - this one was a bargain, and, as mrsnak so aptly remarked, the movement was "so clean you could eat off it."
Cordially,
Art
From Sky to Earth: Universal Geneve Polarouter De Luxe.
Universal Geneve Polarouter De Luxe Hello Friends! Encouraged by the invitation of Nicolas, after showing his own beautiful Pelerouter Diver watch, I wish to share now, a different version of the famous "Polerouter" model from Universal. This piece arrive...
Superb post...
A fitting tribute to an equally superb watch. Thank you, Abel, that was immensely enjoyable and informative. Cheers, pplater.
Thank you Pplater for your so kind comments! It´s so rewarding to receive them!!...
... I deeply appreciate them! Thank you again, and best cordial regards, Abel.
Fantastic post Abel!
Such interesting facts and very well presented with excellent pics. A very lovely 'Polarouter' you have there. Cheers Fernando
Faboulous Post.
That must have demanded a lot of research, but it was well worth it. I am going to re-read it more carefully a second time around. Liked the watch a lot and the knife is a real nice touch. Best regards, George
Greetings George! Thank you for your comments...
... I feel fortunate to find this watch, and also to having found previously the little pen knife which is somehow connected with the history of this model. I´m glad you enjoyed this presentation! Cordial regards, Abel.
Wow, when you say you prepare something, you really prepare something!
Super work, Abel. I loved the link you made between the SAS and the watch, well, its story. One thing which sounds curious is that UG didn't think about making it amagnetic... For the rest, what to say? This is a marvellous watch, with a fine dial, a nice...
Hola amigo Nicolas! Hello! So glad you like this watch...
... and appreciate your kind words. You are right, is an strange thing they didin´t make this watch anti magnetic! I also like so much the bumber movement feeling on the wrist. They make a funny sound, and also you can actualy feel the vibration on y...
Hello Nicolas! I wish to thank you...
... so much for sending this post to the Blog section! It´s so thrilling to find this and previous post about Subs there! It´s very encouraging to think you find them worth of that Purists section! I appreciate that, and will work hard in future...
This is a...
This is a fantastic post and a fantastic watch of course! I like the combo of the dark brown dial with the warm color of pink gold which is my favorite color. This is a watch which I would be ready to buy instantly - without any hesitation! enjoy! erich
Hello Erich! Thanks for your comments! Glad to know you liked the watch. Yes, it was...
... love at first sight, and wished to buy it inmediately. It was a little hard to get a good deal, but I finally could convince the previous owner! Thank you for your kind comments! Best cordial regards, Abel.
Another great post, Abel.
Your post show a lot of enthusiasm. This UG is certainly a beauty. I am happy to read someone is appreciating the gold version ones instead of the usual SS Sub. Regards Tyler
Hello Tyler! Thank you so much! These gold watches...
... offer a very nice sensation on the wrist. These are more formal wearers, though I like the diver versions a lot. I wouldn´t hesitate to bring home an example of a diver as that shown by Amanico, if one cross my path by chance. Of course, this typ...
A truly exceptional post : thank you for a great read....
And for such wonderful information that Broadens the collectors knowledge Thank you Best Imran
Hello Imran! So nice comments! I really appreciate them!...
... I´m so glad to receive your words, and to know you enjoyed this post. Thank you!! Best cordial regards, Abel.
Great post ...
About a wonderful watch attached with a great research. The polar flight, at that time, was something wonderful. Never paid too much attention to UG but this post changed my views. Saludos! Nilo
Hello Nilo! Thank you so much! You are right, the Polar...
... flight was a pioneer effort in long distance airline services, which should be always appreciated and reminded. We are now well accustomed to the high speed flights of today, reducing distances and time, but it was a true revolution 60 years ago! I...
Beautiful watch; excellent post!
Congratulations, and thanks for the fine write-up on a superb watch. Regards, Tony C.
Hello Abel! Very nice writing.
I like the Polarouters a lot, they are very polifacetic watches. From dressy to out sporty. I like a lot the bumper calibers too, and the micro-rotors are superb! Some surface over here from time to time, but they have very bad dials in general. Best and ...
Thank you René! Love to know you like it...
... It is true that sometimes these Polerouters surface with very bad shape dials. I was told by an old watchmaker that this was due to water or humidity entering through the crown stem (e.g. while washing hands), as the back is screwed, but the crown ste...
Yes, It's such a pity
Almost all the times it happens this to a dial, is because of moisture. But it's good that there seems to be quite a few in good shape out there. Greetings. René
I learnt a lot
thanks for this nice post, very informative - and of course a beautiful watch! Best Andreas
great post. this give me a chance to let my Polerouter say hello
a 1964 Polerouter single crown super compressor. sadly the caseback has either worn or been polished so much that the polerouter design is barely visible. just looking at the movement you can see why Universal Geneve were such highly prized watches. enjoy...
Hello Graham! Thank you so much for sharing your own Poleoruter!
I have an special "gusto" for black dials. Yours, looks awesome! Love it! You are right regarding taking a look at the movement of your watch: It shows quality in its beautiful design and all those finish details, cotes de Geneve, gold inscriptions, micro...
Another great example, my friend. Can't get rid of it.
I know how it will end... Best, Nicolas
Oh my!!! I can't believe this :O
Some monts ago I let pass one just like yours Graham!!! I didn't know it was a super compressor, the case back didn't have the scuba helmet neither, overpolish I guess. Had I known it has that beautiful micro-rotor caliber that I like so much... Well, oth...
hi Rene, there's no...
hi Rene, there's no EPSA helmet on the back, but our esteemed Omega Moderator Bill Sohne identified it through the brevet numbers on the inside. it also has the date code placed nicely inside caseback which helped me put it into my 64 theme. i wouldnt hav...
Thanks for this valuable info Bill and Graham :)
That's why we need your help guys, otherwise we don't even know what we hold. Best. René
Great article Abel
thanks for posting. It's the sort of research and passion that makes vintage watch collecting so rewarding. Each one a little time capsule of history. I never knew that Gerald Genta designed this watch. WOW.
Thank you for your kind comments Ubik! Nice to know you enjoyed the article, and ...
... I´glad to offer an interesting bit of info with the Gerald Genta participation in the Polerouter design. Cordial regards, Abel.
Ok, I am a Polerouter collector also ...
Hi Subexplorer Great watch !!!! I too drink from the UG well of watches ! I try to focus on chronometre grade examples of Polerouters... They are hard to come by... Here is my Yellow gold Deluxe bumper , even though the dial is not signed chronometre it i...
He He, Bill... A great selection.
I am hunting these Chronometres from U.G... Too. Best, Nicolas
Hello Bill! Great contribution to the thread, with your beauties!...
... and a nice & interesting tips to broaden the knowledge aboyt these fantastic vintages, with your explanation of "chronometre" movements. Didn´t know these facts, and they are surely welcomed! Thank you so much for your comments, and may your collectio...
Hello Abel
Hello Abel i have stuff in boxes that I purchased years ago . Waiting for another poster to start a thread about them... I love joining in... On the UG Chronometre tale tails.... You heard it here ! These were my own observations over years of collecting....
Hi Bill! I I surely would love to glimpse inside those boxes!!...
... You are more than welcome to share some more of your UG treasures! This one, is my only Polerouter. Not very easy to find down here. Would love to find another. May be a diver like Nicolas´! Thank you so much and best cordial regards, Abel.
Polarouter - brilliant de Luxe
What a great post and some very interesting details and ads. I have been looking at the Polerouter for a friend of my, but have only come across your model on paper, never seen one. Thankyou for sharing Hans
Hello Hans! Thank you for your kind comments! ...
--- I guess these Polerouters are not so common to find, specially in good condition. They seem to be fair popular in their time, but for some reason, not too easy to come by now. Good luck with your search for one specimen for your friend! They are worth...
Great review, Able! :)
Great looking watch - and very cool connection to the SAS (did not know that)! Especially for a Nordic guy like me! Best Blomman
Thank you Blomman! Glad you liked the post and to be able to show this ...
.... connection with SAS! Cordial regards, Abel.
Been a fan of the Polerouter for a long time . . .
. . . but never knew until now that Genta was the designer. Thanks for that crucial bit of info, Abel . . . it adds much to my appreciation of the line. I found one locally a few years ago in a desirable configuration (218-9 chronometer movement, silver a...
Greetings Art! Thank you for your comments!...
... I´m more than pleased to be able to include that little known piece of information in my post. I also understand somtimes a collector must pass a nice piece, for some details you discover when you view it carefully, as you did. The other timepice...
Clean as a silver plate
Hi Art, Reading your quote of mrsnak's remarkable description of that very nice 218 chronomètre movement, I cannot refrain from posting a pic of a replacement movement that I was fortunate enough to find for my UG Polerouter Sub last year. I bought it off...
Another gorgeous example . . .
. . . of a very cool movement. I find microrotors visually appealing, even if the only substantive advantage lies in the potential for a thinner structure. Little wonder Piaget and Patek still carry the flame for this type of construction. Welcome back, N...
