Vintage Watch | Universal Geneve White Shadow Automatic 866101

Introducing the exceptional Universal Geneve White Shadow, a vintage timepiece that showcases the remarkable craftsmanship of the Swiss watch brand, Universal Geneve. Now available at Samurai Vintage, this sought-after watch is perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

For years, Universal Geneve remained a hidden gem, appreciated by those who recognized its true value. Recently, however, the brand has gained popularity among the watch collecting community. The Universal Geneve White Shadow, along with models such as the Compax and Tri-Compax, has become a highly coveted vintage watch, following the trajectory of iconic sports chronographs like the Daytona and Heuer Autavia.

The Universal Geneve White Shadow stands out among the brand's offerings, featuring a design by renowned watch designer Gérald Genta. Genta's impressive portfolio includes the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, Patek Philippe Nautilus, and IWC Ingenieur. His early career at Universal Geneve allowed him to create stunning timepieces like the White Shadow, which showcases Genta's unmistakable artistic touch.

In recent years, we saw Gérald Genta's design including Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, Patek Philippe Nautilus and IWC Ingenieur have all gone sky rocketed in recent years. While these models are in the hype, White Shadow remain as one of the earliest design experiment from Genta and is one that under the radar. 

Thanks to its record-breaking slim automatic movement, the Universal Geneve White Shadow boasts an incredibly thin 9.5mm profile. The Caliber 1-66 movement, the thinnest of its time, incorporates a micro-rotor design that reduces thickness without compromising elegance. This desirable feature is typically found only in top-tier modern Swiss watches.

The cushion-shaped case of the Universal Geneve White Shadow ensures a substantial feel on the wrist, making it an ideal dress watch. Universal Geneve produced the White Shadow with various dial combinations; our current offering features a clean white dial with a black Universal Geneve logo. The minimalist design is further enhanced by slender hands that complement the watch's overall aesthetic.

In recent years, the market value of other Universal Geneve models, such as the Polerouter, has doubled or even tripled. The White Shadow, an undervalued masterpiece, is poised for a similar upward trend. Whether you're in search of a Gérald Genta-designed piece or a unique micro-rotor watch, the Universal Geneve White Shadow is the perfect addition to any collection. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Universal Geneve history with the White Shadow.