Universal Genève rectangular “Tank” Ref.842116/02, 1970s

— Minimal design, 1970s —

Baton markers and slim pencil hands, with nothing wasted, on a black dial that seems to take in light. The agreement between them is Universal Genève's minimalism at its most complete.

— A slim calibre —

Calibre 42, from the years UG was at its best, keeps time quietly here. The extraordinary slimness a thin hand-wound movement allows gives the watch a fit that settles into a cuff.

— Straight lines, undated —

The case measures 23 × 32mm. Satin finished and curved to follow the wrist, it still carries the avant-garde air of its decade.

The geometric silhouette of straight lines and curves adds intelligence and individuality to present-day dress.

— Proof of a fine house —

The crest, reference and serial number stamped into the case back quietly record the half-century this watch has already lived through.

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