Why This Watch Matters The Polerouter Jet is a great time-only watch for many occasions. It may have a modestly sized 34mm case, but due to the long lugs it has good wrist presence. The Full Story The Polerouter model was originally designed by Gerald Genta in 1954. Universal Genève had several Polerouter models and here we have the Polerouter Jet in stainless steel. This simple time-only Calatrava-style watch has some subtle features that make it stand apart from the rest. It is super thin with an automatic movement thanks to the microrotor movement. Also, it has a screw-down case, applied logo, and long, faceted lugs. The hour markers are actually carved into the dial and each has a small lume plot at the end. The dauphine hands stand out and are very legible, adding to the functionality of this watch. The Polerouter Jet is a prime example of why less can be more – you can dress it up or down depending on strap choice, as evidenced by our choice to go with a playful option in the Mint Green Bedford Strap. The Fine Print Maker: Universal Genève Model: Polerouter Jet Reference: 20355/11Year: 1950sCase No: 1910064Material: Stainless steel Dimensions: 34mm diameter; 8mm thickness Crystal: Plexiglass Lume: Yes, radium Caliber: Universal Genève self-winding (microrotor) caliber 215 Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Bedford Strap in Mint Green Lug Width: 18mmBox/Papers: No What we Love and What You Should Know The case is in good condition with scratches, and appears to have been polished. The caseback still has all of the numbers intact. The dial is clean and has developed a light patina. The hands have developed patina. The lume on the hands and dial is intact and has darkened.
