1940s Universal Cal.285 "Spillmann" Water-resistant Chronograph in 38mm Enversteel
| Manufacturer | Universal |
|---|---|
| Model | Uni-Compax |
| Year of Manufacture | 1940s |
| Reference no. | 22409 |
| Product no. | B-9894 |
| Price |
¥1,650,000 (with tax) ¥1,500,000 (without tax) |
This is a beautiful and well-maintained Universal Unicompax chronograph "Spillman" from the early 1940s, featuring the renowned Caliber 285 movement and a 38mm waterproof screw-back case with the distinctive design that many brands adopted during that time period, called "Spillman." The Spillman case has a unique shape that maintains its characteristic features without making the case feel thin. The silver dial has a beautiful gloss and still retains the radium luminescence from that time period. This one-owner item has a natural and exquisite taste that is sure to impress.
Item details
| Serial no. | 1,009,*** |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 285 |
| Movement no. | 210,*** |
| Movement type | Manual winding |
| Material | Enversteel |
| Case size | 38mm |
| Case type | Screw back Water-resistant |
| Dial | Original |
|---|---|
| Type of Indices | Luminous |
| Belt | Non-original (19mm lug width) |
| Evaluation case | 93％ |
| Evaluation dial | 93％ |
| Evaluation mov | 93％ |
| Condition | 4.5 |
| Rarity | 4.5 |
Other details
Case: minor scratches and aging, but in good preservation with original shape and volume, and sufficient engraving on the back.
Dial: slight ageing, but the print is still clear, and the luminescence of the time is well textured and aged.
Movement: The winding and chrono functions are good, and the accuracy is around 30 seconds per day.
Dial: slight ageing, but the print is still clear, and the luminescence of the time is well textured and aged.
Movement: The winding and chrono functions are good, and the accuracy is around 30 seconds per day.