History of the Universal Geneve shadow watch
The Universal Geneve Shadow line was introduced in 1965 and used variations on the Caliber 66 movement. These movements were known as Microroter automatics, featured a very small oscillating weight, and were just 2.5 mm thick. The automatic section is very similar to the Calibre 11 automatic date/chronograph used in Heuer and Breitling. Visit these sites: at this The Shadows of Universal Genève and The History of the Iconic Calibre 11 for more information.
Servicing the Universal Geneve Shadow
This Universal Genève Shadow watch had been well preserved over the years, requiring no major repairs beyond a complete movement disassembly, ultrasonic cleaning, jewel polishing, and proper lubrication. One of the more distinctive aspects of servicing this vintage timepiece is the design of its unique anti-shock springs on the escape wheel, which can be challenging to reassemble and demand the skill of an experienced watchmaker. The step-by-step process as preformed in my shop is documented in the sequential images below, showcasing the level of precision and care that goes into professional Universal Genève repair and restoration.
If you would like to initiate the repair of your vintage timepiece, be sure to visit getting started. For additional information on watches we work on please visit these pages: Vintage Rolex repair, Vintage Breitling repair, Vintage Omega repair, and Vintage Heuer repair.
