Universal Genève Polerouter Deluxe, 1950s

Dealer description — Analog/Shift

Very rare is the watch that can check multiple boxes in the hearts and heads of watch collectors, which is the very reason that any collector — or future collector — needs a Polerouter. With its ties to the great Gerald Genta — who was only 24 when he designed it — stunning looks, a horologically-significant movement and an interesting history to boot, the Polerouter is that one amazing value proposition that punches far above its weight class. This particular Polerouter, a "Deluxe" Reference 10357/1, dates to the 1950s and features a solid 35mm 18K rose gold twisted-lug case with a matching, brushed rose gold dial with an applied 'shield' logo, a matching ‘dauphine’ handset, a signed crown, and UG's Calibre 215 automatic-winding micro-rotor movement within. The culmination of design details like the gorgeous graduated chapter ring with its balanced dial configuration sans date window, the svelte 'microtor' movement, the twisted lug case, and the outstanding build quality, leave us with a truly important watch from the most famous watch designer in history. Solid rose gold examples of this reference don’t surface often. That said, pieces in exceptional, museum-grade condition, such as this Polerouter are even rarer. All the tell-tale signs of an outstanding Polerouter are present. Even just glancing at the case might give you a cut with just how sharp it is! With the recent news of Universal Geneve’s revival, Polerouters have seen an uptick in interest amongst experienced collectors as well as those who are more green behind the ears. Our advice — act fast before someone else gets the same brilliant idea!