Why This Watch Matters The unusual waffle-textured dial against the rose-gold accents bring a playfulness to this classic dress watch. The Full Story When you hear Universal Genève today, your mind probably goes to a Tri-Compax model, which has reached an iconic status among vintage sports model collectors. On the contrary, this “Monodate” is equivalent to a dapper gentleman with the right accessories. This model was produced in various case materials and in dial configurations, but this example has a highly uncommon waffle-textured dial which has gained a beautiful cream color over the years. The rose-gold numerals/indexes and defined hands provide another stunning dimension to this dress watch. Let’s not forget another element which brings this watch back to the 1950s – its proprietary bumper automatic movement, the caliber 183C which was used for approximately about a year before it was phased out. The Fine Print Maker: Universal GenèveModel: MonodateReference: N/AYear: 1950sCase No: 200101, 1463822Material: Stainless steel Dimensions: 34.5mm diameter; 11mm thicknessCrystal: PlexiglassLume: NoCaliber: Universal Genève bumper self-winding caliber 183CBracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Beige Suede StrapLug Width: 18mmBox/Papers: N/A What we Love and What You Should Know Overall this watch is in very good condition. The case shows some very light surface scratches, but the polished and satin finishes are still well preserved. The crown is not signed. The waffle texture on the dial is in impeccable condition. The rose-gold dot indexes, numerals, and the fancy dart indexes are in great shape as well. There is a very small chip at the very outer edge of the dial at six o’clock. The movement is in running condition and the date function is advancing correctly at this time.
