UNIVERSAL GENÈVE | A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND MEMENTO DIALREF 22414 CASE 865740 AERO-COMPAX CIRCA 1945

Movement: cal. 285 manual winding jewelled leverCase: stainless steel, snap-on back, later plated bezel  Dial: black gloss, Arabic numeralsBracelet/Clasp/Buckle: associatedDiameter: 37mmSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: none

DIAL: with some scratches and scuffing particularly between 1 and 2 and to the outermost tachymeter scale, hands with some CASE: With scuffs and scratches throughout consistent with age and wear. The plated bezel later and concealing the tachymeter scale. MOVEMENT: Running at the time of cataloguing, chronograph and memento dial functioning. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

This attractive piece combines a classic chronograph function with a fourth register at 12 indicating a reference time. This unusual association has become one of the signatures and most sought-after pieces made by Universal Genève.