Sold

Universal Genève Aero-Compax 22289 40s Pilot Watch

Used () | Year of production 1940 | No original box | No original papers

Shipping and Seller Information: Universal Genève Aero-Compax Steel

Item is in stock
Professional dealer
5.0 ( )

Detailed information about this Universal Genève Aero-Compax watch – Year of production 1940

Basic Info
Listing code N1IVM5
Brand Universal Genève
Model Aero-Compax
Reference number 22289
Movement Manual winding
Case material Steel
Bracelet material Leather
Year of production 1940 (Approximation)
Condition

The item shows visible and tangible signs of wear like scratches, scuffs, or small dents.

Most Recent Servicing

February 10, 2025

Serviced in-house
Scope of delivery
No original box, no original papers
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Location France, Bordeaux

Caliber
Movement Manual winding
Caliber/movement UG281

Case
Case material Steel
Case diameter 34,5 mm
Water resistance Not water resistant
Bezel material Steel
Crystal Plexiglass
Dial Silver
Dial numerals Arabic numerals

Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material Leather
Clasp Buckle

Functions
Chronograph

Other
More details Tempered blue hands, Crown Left, Only Original Parts
Product safety

Description
This is an automatically translated text.
An automatic translation of this text is available.
Return to the early 40s with this rare Universal Genève chronograph, reference 22289.

called Aero Compax, it's everything the brand and toolwatch enthusiast is looking for.

A golden era for the Universal Genève brand, which rivaled the other great names in watchmaking. With models such as the Compax, Uni-Compax, Tri-Compax and many others, the brand made a lasting mark on the heritage of mechanical chronographs.

A highly unusual configuration, with the addition of a sub-counter at 12:00, in addition to the usual 3 sub-counters presented in the first "Compax" in 1936, featuring "dead hands" that can be adjusted using the crown at 9:00.

This novel function, often referred to as a "memo", was apparently used by aviators (military or civilian) as a tool to mark the start/end of flights or missions.

Add to this distinctive personality a quality finish with blued hands, an exquisite patina on the dial and radium hands, all powered by an in-house hand-wound caliber 281 ... and you have that undeniable charm and indescribable feeling of comfort and travel into an emotionally charged past.

This Aero compax comes with an aviator-style strap, also known as a "Bund", whose primary purpose (among others) was to protect the caseback from the pilot's perspiration, but also to attenuate the transmission of vibrations to the watch mechanism. It is also possible to wear this watch without the removable leather piece, in a more classic way.

Its movement has been overhauled by my watchmaker and comes with a 12-month mechanical warranty.

A beautiful time capsule that you definitely won't come across every day, let alone in this condition.

Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any further information.


a very nice and seldom seen Universal Genève Aero Compax.

a real piece of Universal Genève and Chronographs history with this 22289 reference, produced in the early 40's before the end of WW2.

We could describe it as an ultimate "Toolwatch" at this time, with the 3 Chronograph sub-counters + its "unconventional" 12h00 counter with the "dead hands" feature. It was actually used by aviators to mark and keep an eye on the start or the end of a mlssion/flight.

The Universal Genève hand wound movement (UG281) has been fully serviced by my watchmaker and comes under a 12 month mechanical warranty.

Sold as watch only, on a brand new aviator/bund leather strap.

Please feel free to get in touch if you do need any additional information.

Security on Chrono24 for This Listing

Payment via Chrono24's secure Escrow Service

Payment via Chrono24's secure Escrow Service

Thanks to the Chrono24 Escrow Service, your payment is fully covered. We keep your money in our escrow account for 14 days after delivery of your watch. Thus, you have time to carefully inspect your order knowing your money is safe in our account. Only then do we send the money to the dealer.
Commitment to Authenticity

Commitment to Authenticity

Our promise: Every new and used watch on Chrono24 is authentic. Our dealers are required to inspect each watch's authenticity and may only list original timepieces. However, should issues arise, you have 14 days upon delivery of your order to contact our support team and get your money back.
14-day money-back guarantee

14-day money-back guarantee

If the watch arrives and is defective or not as the seller described, you have 14 days to initiate a return and receive your money back.
Strict dealer guidelines

Strict dealer guidelines

In the interest of security, dealers on our marketplace must follow a strict set of rules. Before a professional dealer can sell on our platform, they must provide us with their photo ID, commercial register entry, business address, and tax number. Furthermore, we require all dealers to follow our strict dealer guidelines.
Insured shipping

Insured shipping

Dealers ship every order fully insured, so you can make both domestic and international purchases risk-free.
Chrono24's quality & security team

Chrono24's quality & security team

Our 40-person quality & security team works hard to detect suspicious listings and address issues before they arise, allowing you to focus on what's most important – finding the right watch!
Learn more about security on Chrono24

Easy returns

Dissatisfied with your purchase? No worries! Chrono24's secure Escrow Service makes returning your order a breeze. If the watch arrives and is suspicious, defective, or not as the seller described, you have 14 days to initiate a return.

How returns work:

  1. 1.  Inform Chrono24's support team

  2. 2.  Ship the watch back to the dealer insured for its full value

  3. 3.  Receive a refund for the purchase price

Over 900,000 satisfied watch buyers worldwide

Chrono24 dealers receive great ratings: 4.8 out of 5

Chrono24's Commitment to Authenticity

Seller

Le Spécialiste Vintage
Professional dealer | On Chrono24 since 2019
Bordeaux, France
English, French
52 watches sold
10 active listings
Bordeaux, France
English, French

Badges

Assessments are based on seller performance over the last 90 days.
Trusted Seller

Fulfills all regulatory and internal criteria

Punctuality

Ships 100% of their items on time or earlier

Response Time

Replies within 7 hours

Sales

3 items sold

Reviews (48)
5.0
5.0 Shipping
5.0 Item description
5.0 Communication
48 buyers recommend this seller
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars (0)
2 stars (0)
1 star (0)
We only publish verified reviews about successful purchases, returns, and communication between the buyer and seller.

Do you have any questions?

Contact

More questions and answers