Universal Genève
UNIVERSAL GENÈVE ALTESSE REF. 542101
UNIVERSAL GENÈVE ALTESSE REF. 542101
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1970s Universal Genève Altesse (Extra-Plat) Manual Wind Ref. 542101
Overall Notes:
- Cosmetic Condition: B (Worn with visible signs of use, moderate wear, and age-consistent plating loss).
- The watch is in excellent working condition, with all functions operating flawlessly.
- This watch features all authentic, model-correct Universal Genève components, only the strap and buckle have been replaced.
Operating State:
- The movement has been serviced (disassembly, cleaning, lubrication and regulation).
- Keeping time precisely.
Condition Notes:
- Case: shows moderate age-appropriate wear. The 20 microns gold plating displays visible loss, most noticeably along the lug edges and case sides. Signed case back is clean and fully legible.
- Dial: is in excellent condition with a warm champagne sunburst finish and attractive light-and-shadow play. Applied markers and logo remain clean, and all printing is crisp and clear.
- Crystal: Very good condition with no cracks or chips. Minor surface marks from wear are present but do not affect clarity or dial visibility.
- Crown: original and signed, though heavily worn with the logo now faded from use.
Specifications:
- Caliber: Universal Genève 42 Manual Wind Movement
- Case Diameter: 31mm
- Lug Width: 16mm
- Thickness: 6mm
- Lug-to-Lug Distance: 37mm
Details:
- 20 Microns Gold Plated Stainless Steel Case
- Signed Stainless Steel Case Back
- Signed Crown (heavily worn, logo faded)
- Factory Finished Champagne "Sunburst" Dial
- Applied Universal Genève "U" Logo
- Applied Stick Hour Markers
- Painted Hour and Minute Hands
- Acrylic Crystal
- Replaced Leather Strap and Gold-Tone Buckle
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