Universal Genève Military WW2 – Vintage Swiss Mechanical Watch – Stainless Steel – 32 mm A rare and charismatic Universal Genève Military WW2 watch, presented in a stainless steel case of 32 mm with a beautifully aged silver dial. The watch features original-style military details such as blued hands, large luminous numerals with aged tritium, a red 24-hour inner scale and a precise outer minute track. A wonderful collector’s piece with authentic vintage presence and strong historical character. Technical Details Brand: Universal Genève Model: Military WW2 Case Material: Stainless steel Case Size: 32 mm Glass: Acrylic crystal Dial: Silver dial with original patina Numerals: Military-style numerals with aged original tritium Hands: Blued hands Scale: Red 24-hour inner scale and outer minute track Movement: Swiss mechanical Universal Genève movement Cal.263 Movement Details: Rare signed Universal Genève movement Cal. 263 Functions: Hours, minutes and seconds Water Resistance: Not tested Strap: Generic leather strap, fits a wrist up to approximately 21 cm Condition Grade: B – signs of use according to age Condition Report The watch is in good vintage condition, graded B, with visible signs of age and use. The stainless steel case shows scratches, small marks and wear consistent with its military age and history, while preserving a strong and honest vintage appearance. The silver dial has a beautiful original patina, visible age spots and a very authentic character. The tritium numerals have aged naturally, adding charm and collector appeal. The blued hands remain one of the most attractive details of the watch, giving a refined contrast against the military dial. The acrylic glass shows signs of use and light marks according to age. The watch is fitted with a generic leather strap suitable for a wrist up to approximately 21 cm. Water resistance has not been tested, therefore no guarantee is offered regarding water resistance. Story & Heritage Universal Genève is one of the great historic names of Swiss watchmaking, admired for its elegant mechanical watches, precision movements and important military and tool-watch heritage. During the 20th century, the brand produced timepieces appreciated for their reliability, legibility and refined Swiss construction. This WW2 military watch reflects the practical spirit of wartime horology. The large Arabic numerals, blued hands, 24-hour scale and detailed minute track were created for clarity and functionality, at a time when a watch was not only an accessory, but an essential instrument. The aged tritium numerals, patinated silver dial and signed Universal Genève mechanical movement give this watch a powerful sense of authenticity. It is a piece that carries the atmosphere of the 1940s: discreet, purposeful and full of character. With its stainless steel case, military dial layout and rare Universal Genève movement, this watch is a beautiful opportunity for collectors who appreciate genuine vintage military watches, Swiss mechanical heritage and timepieces with real historical soul. Internal Reference Number - Itm. 775