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For sale a mint and rare Universal Genève Unisonic Sub. The Unisonic comes with its original box and appear to be unworn. The only sign of aging is on the bakelite bezel which shows a few spots of paint loss.
A groundbreaking dive watch, this Unisonic sub never ceases to impress! The use of a sapphire crystal was every unusual at the end of the 1960’s and highlights the exceptional quality of Universal Geneve. No wonder the Unisonic was the most expensive electronic watch available at that time.
Please read the condition report carefully to help you assess the overall condition of the watch.MODEL / REFERENCE: Universal Genève Sub Ref. 852103/01. Serial number: N/A
DIAL+HANDS: The matte black dial is in excellent condition, displaying crisp printing and retains full tritium strips on the indexes. It has developed a very subtle freckling patina, homogeneous throughout. Legibility is an important feature for any dive watch, this timepiece comes equipped with a neon orange minute hand to easily count the elapsed time underwater. The hands are all original and are in excellent condition retaining their original lume matching the indexes’. The framed date aperture is legible, contrasting the dial’s color and is positioned at 3 o’clock.Bezel: The black bi-directional Bakelite bezel, shows some signs of age also known as ‘ghosting’ and turns smoothly achieving 120 clicks per full rotation.
CRYSTAL: The watch features an original sapphire crystal in excellent condition, preserving its white decal at the periphery.
MOVEMENT: This watch houses a 15 jewel UG electro-mechanical movement, known as cal. 1-52. This tuning fork movement was actually based on Bulova’s own 2181F with an additional treatment. Many parts were finished by UG to higher standards, an engraved train bridge and different plate colors. The caliber has been serviced and fitted with a new battery. It keeps excellent time and all functions work as intended.
CASE: The stainless steel case is in outstanding condition, never polished, and still retains its factory brushed finish and sharp edges. Measuring 42mm crown excluded and 49mm lug to lug, the case has a charming wrist presence for a vintage timepiece, befitting the modern taste as well.CASEBACK: The screw down caseback is very clean and unblemished and matches the case’s finish. Crown: Signed Universal Genève screw down waterproof crown. BRACELET: The watch comes with its integrated Jubilee Gay frères bracelet in stainless steel showing minimal stretch and light scratches throughout and still retains its satin finish. The outside of the clasp is engraved with the signature UG turning fork logo. The inside is stamped with the GF and UG logos as well as the date of manufacture 3-69.
ACCESSORIES: The watch is complete with its original presentation box in very good condition. WARRANTY: We guarantee the authenticity of the watch. We also provide 12 months guarantee for the correct function of this timepiece. All guarantees are subject to the General Terms and Conditions.Please feel free to ask questions, we will be glad to answer. Virtual or personal viewing available upon appointment.
2,700 CHF
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund
We provide safe transaction and shipping
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch *
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund *
We provide safe transaction and shipping limited to the amount paid by the buyer.
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
Our business is built on your trust. We guarantee all our timepiece are authentic and as described / pictured or you will receive a full refund.
We guarantee the functionality of our watches. Please refer to the guarantee period stated in each product description. All guarantees are subject to the General Terms and Conditions (GTC)
Excluded from the warranty for defects are the accuracy, waterproof / water resistance, wear of the wristband and general wear and tear, scratches on the wristband or case, and damage to the glass / crystal.
CHRONOSCOPE is not liable for defects to the products caused by improper handling by the buyer or any third parties, as well as for general wear and tear.
The warranty for defects is null and void if the customer or a third-party attempt to repair the products themselves, unless prior specific written agreements have been made with CHRONOSCOPE
The compensation for the violation of contractual obligations by CHRONOSCOPE is limited to the amount paid by the buyer.
Due to the nature of vintage timepieces, all watches are sold as is. We will accurately describe the current condition and working order of all watches we sell to the best of our ability. Given that vintage watches are antique collector items, we do not provide any guarantee on movement accuracy, water-proofing or any other mechanical guarantee unless it is mentioned in the product description.
We check all watches when listing the watch for sales, and again before shipping. In rare cases, shipping can cause the movement problems. Therfore, please check all functions of the watch upon receipt. Should you find any issues, please notifiy us by email without dealy.
In the unlikely case you should not be satisfied with the watch you receive, contact us and we will work towards finding a solution.
We always looking for interesting vintage and contemporary watches and offer fair values. Please send us some pictures & a discription of what you have, and we will be glad to come back to you with an offer.
If you buy a watch from us, we can also offer a trade-in option.
Swiss Vintage Chronographs, for example Omega, Longines, Breitling, Heuer, Leonidas, Angelus, Excelsior Park, Zenith, Wakmann, Wittnauer but also other lesser known Swiss brands.
Swiss Vintage Watches: for example dives watches of various brands, but also dress watches in steel or gold
Contemporary Swiss Watches such as Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Zenith etc.
Quartz watches only from Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piquet, IWC Vacheron Constatin and other High-End Swiss brands
Digital watches, only from Omega, Girard Perregaux and a few other High-End Swiss Brands
Ladies watches
Pocket watches
Japanese watches (not that they are not good, but i dont have much knowledge there)
Quartz & watches
We need pictures and a brief description of the watches that you intend to sell
Your price expectation, if you already have any
Send us your information by email to sourcing_chronoscope@gmail.com
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
We provide safe transaction and shipping.
Wir garantieren die Echtheit und die Funktion der Uhr *
Sollte die Uhr nicht wie beschrieben und abgebildet sein, haben Sie das Recht, sie an uns zurückzusenden und wir erstatten Ihnen den vollen Betrag zurück *.
Wir bieten sichere Transaktion und Versand begrenzt auf den Betrag vom Käufer bezahlt.
* Bitte beachten Sie die Garantie- und Rückgabebedingungen sowie die Allgemeinen Geschäftsbedingungen.