Antique Rare Universal Genève Polerouter – SS 20217-4 – 28J Self-Winding bumper caliber 138SS – 1950’s Swiss
The Universal Genève Polerouter SS20217-4 boasts a rich history, as it was originally designed by 24 years old legendary watchmaker Gerald Genta. This Universal Geneve Polerouter is a gorgeous piece of horological history. Designed by Gerald Genta, one of the most influential watch designers ever, and the man behind some of the most iconic timepieces in existence, including the Patek Philippe Nautilus and the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. Its name "Polerouter" reflects its connection to aviation, it was made for the first flight over the North Pole, as it was created to commemorate Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) flights' polar routes.
