Universal Genève Polerouter white

Born in 1954 to commemorate the pioneering polar flights of Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS), the Universal Genève Polerouter was designed by a 23-year-old Gérald Genta. SAS was the first airline to establish commercial routes over the magnetic North Pole, where typical mechanical watches struggled under intense magnetic fields. Universal Genève met the challenge with the Polerouter—an anti-magnetic timepiece that would become a milestone in watch design. Early versions featured bumper movements, later evolving into the revolutionary micro-rotor calibers.

This Universal Genève Polerouter ref. 204612/1 is powered by the Caliber 218, a refined micro-rotor automatic movement known for its slim profile and technical innovation. The 36mm stainless steel case features signature twisted lugs and a clean crosshair tritium dial, offering a perfect balance of vintage charm and modern wearability. Paired with a honey alligator strap, this piece stands as a sophisticated tribute to Swiss engineering, aviation history, and the early genius of Genta.