{"product_id":"universal-geneve-compur-chronograph-black-snail-dial-multi-scale-mid-1930s","title":"Universal Genève Compur Chronograph – Black Snail Dial, Multi-Scale, Mid-1930s","description":"\u003cp data-source-line=\"5-5\"\u003eA highly collectible Universal Genève Compur chronograph from the mid-1930s, featuring a rare black “snail” multi-scale dial with tachymeter and telemeter indications, two-register layout, and classic rectangular chronograph pushers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"8-8\"\u003eA highly attractive and historically important \u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Genève Compur Chronograph\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to the \u003cstrong\u003emid-1930s\u003c\/strong\u003e and distinguished by its rare \u003cstrong\u003eblack multi-scale “snail” dial\u003c\/strong\u003e. Universal Genève holds a special place in vintage chronograph collecting, and the early Compur models are especially admired for combining technical innovation with some of the most visually compelling dial designs of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"10-10\"\u003eThe defining feature of the watch is its beautifully complex \u003cstrong\u003eblack multi-scale dial\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining a central \u003cstrong\u003espiral tachymeter scale\u003c\/strong\u003e — often referred to by collectors as a \u003cstrong\u003esnail\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ecolimaçon\u003c\/strong\u003e track — with an outer \u003cstrong\u003eTélemètre\u003c\/strong\u003e scale and additional calibrated tracks that give the watch exceptional depth and strong period character. The two-register layout, paired with its elegant hands and richly layered dial architecture, creates a striking and unmistakably vintage chronograph aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"12-12\"\u003eThe Compur line, introduced in 1934, marked an important chapter in the development of wrist chronographs, and these early examples remain especially sought after by collectors today. Housed in a classic round case with \u003cstrong\u003erectangular chronograph pushers\u003c\/strong\u003e, a pronounced winding crown, and fitted here on a \u003cstrong\u003evintage-style multi-link stainless steel bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e, this watch offers the charm, mechanical appeal, and visual sophistication that define the best early Universal Genève chronographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"14-14\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-source-line=\"15-28\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"15-15\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Universal Genève\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"16-16\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compur Chronograph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"17-17\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-1930s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"18-18\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"19-19\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black multi-scale “snail” dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"20-20\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tachymeter, telemeter, central spiral scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"21-21\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-register chronograph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"22-22\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Syringe-style hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"23-23\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePushers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rectangular chronograph pushers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"24-24\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large fluted crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"25-25\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage-style multi-link stainless steel bracelet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"26-26\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual-winding chronograph movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-source-line=\"27-28\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalibre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically associated with Universal Genève Cal. 285\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"29-29\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT HORAMUNDI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-source-line=\"30-30\"\u003eWe specialize in vintage and contemporary timepieces and collectible horological objects, offering carefully curated pieces inspected for authenticity and presentation, with high-resolution images and detailed descriptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HORAMUNDI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67569138696484,"sku":null,"price":34000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/8222\/1348\/files\/UniversalGeneveCompurchronographwithblacksnailmulti-scaledialandstainlesssteelbracelet.heic?v=1790593407","url":"https:\/\/horamundi.com\/products\/universal-geneve-compur-chronograph-black-snail-dial-multi-scale-mid-1930s","provider":"HORAMUNDI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}