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Universal Genève Compax Pink Salmon Dial Steel Fancy Lugs Calibre 285 Ref 22458 from 1940s

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Universal Genève Compax Pink Salmon Dial Steel Fancy Lugs Calibre 285 Ref 22458 from 1940sUniversal Genve Compax Ref. 22458 The Salmon Dialed Steel Treasure of the 1940s50s Among the many jewels produced during Universal Genves golden age, few creations capture the brands artistry and mid century charm like the Compax Ref. 22458. This examplecased in stainless steel, adorned with a factory original salmon dial, and fitted with delightful fancy lugsstands at the pinnacle of UGs collectible chronographs. A watch that is already rare in

Universal Genève Compax Ref. 22458 – The Salmon-Dialed Steel Treasure of the 1940s–50s

Among the many jewels produced during Universal Genève’s golden age, few creations capture the brand’s artistry and mid-century charm like the Compax Ref. 22458. This example—cased in stainless steel, adorned with a factory-original salmon dial, and fitted with delightful fancy lugs—stands at the pinnacle of UG’s collectible chronographs.
A watch that is already rare in theory becomes almost mythical in reality: a salmon dial in steel. For connoisseurs, this combination is the holy grail of Universal Genève aesthetics.

A Steel Case with Sculptural Fancy Lugs

While many UG chronographs of the period were produced in gold, this one is crafted in stainless steel, enhancing both its rarity and its desirability today. The case remains sharp, crisp, and unpolished, preserving the original metal geometry and the dramatic curves of its fancy lugs—a hallmark of 1940s–50s design and a signature feature that makes this reference instantly recognizable.

The architecture of the case creates a subtle interplay of light across its angles, giving the watch a presence that is both elegant and quietly powerful.

The Dial – A True Salmon, Factory Original & Radiant

The showstopper is, without question, the factory-original salmon dial—a glorious pink-toned metallic finish that Universal Genève executed with unmatched finesse.
Its surface glows softly, shifting from warm rose to pale champagne depending on the light.

Finding a genuine salmon dial from this era is already difficult. Finding one in original condition, with blue steel hands, and cased in steel? That borders on the impossible.

The layout is classic UG Compax:

  • Two-register chronograph

  • 45-minute counter at 3 o’clock

  • Small seconds at 9 o’clock

  • Perfectly balanced typography and scales

This is the kind of dial that collectors dream about—honest, charismatic, and untouched.

Movement – The Legendary Universal Genève Calibre 285

Inside beats one of UG’s most respected engines: the Calibre 285, a manually wound chronograph movement from the era when Universal Genève was considered one of the finest chronograph makers in the world.

Recently fully serviced by a professional watchmaker, the movement now runs beautifully, with crisp chronograph action and reliable amplitude.
This Compax is not just a historical artifact; it is a mechanically sound instrument ready for decades of continued enjoyment.

A Survivor of Its Era – Rare, Original, and Collectible

This watch checks every box for serious UG collectors:

  • Steel case

  • Fancy lugs

  • Original salmon dial

  • Unpolished condition

  • Blue steel hands

  • Cal. 285 freshly serviced

  • Mid-century production (1940s–50s)

In this configuration and condition, it is more than rare—it is borderline irreplaceable.

As collectors like to say:
“Find me another one.”

Key Details

Model: Universal Genève Compax
Reference: 22458
Era: Circa 1940s–1950s
Case: 35mm Stainless steel (unpolished)
Lugs: Fancy sculpted lugs
Dial: Factory-original salmon (pink metallic)
Hands: Blued steel
Movement: Universal Genève Calibre 285, manual-wind (freshly serviced)
Chronograph: Two-register, 45-minute counter
Condition: Exceptional; rare configuration, sharp case, beautiful original dial

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