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Universal Geneve

Ref.8101.129 Microtor Cabriolet Rectangular Turn-over Case in Stainless Steel

2012

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Universal Geneve Ref.8101.129 Microtor Cabriolet Rectangular Turn-over Case in Stainless Steel from 2012

This Ref.8101.129 Microtor Cabriolet Stainless steel rectangular timepiece with reversible case, sunburst black dial, white minute circle, 8 applied faceted diamond-polished rhodium-plated hour markers, 3 and 9 o’clock painted Roman numerals, central hour, minute and seconds hands, date disc at 6 o’clock, equipped with Universal Geneve’s proprietary Calibre 111/2 lines Microtor UG 101 movement with automatic winding by an off-centred micro-oscillating weight that up to 42-hour power reserve.

- Perfect working conditions
- Authentication & Verified by Swiss WOSTEP watchmaker

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In fact…

On the occasion of Basel World 2008, Universal presents its Microtor Cabriolet, the first shaped timepiece (since the brand’s renewal) distinguished by a daring and contemporary spirit. Inspired by a legendary model invented and patented by the brand in 1928, the Microtor Cabriolet 2008 enables the wearer to completely turn over the case of his watch to protect it from shocks. This impressive timepiece houses the Microtor UG 101 movement with automatic winding by an off-centred micro-oscillating weight. The system works thanks to a case that is constructed on a rotating arbor that is fitted with two ball pawls that position the case correctly after it has pivoted 180 degrees, avoiding any risk of scratching inside of the carrier when closing the case. An ingenious technique that combines Universal Genève’s technical and design savoir-faire.

A case that is both powerful and gentle

While the new Microtor Cabriolet meets specific expectations, its true value lies elsewhere. In addition to being launched 80 years after the original Cabriolet, this timepiece first and foremost houses, as its name implies, the flagship of the Universal Genève range: the Microtor UG101, a mechanical movement automatically wound by an off-centred oscillating weight, launched in 2007 and now well known among brand devotees. Issued in steel, it is also symbolic in terms of its daring design that is both “historical” and contemporary. Measuring 32.5 mm wide, 52 mm long including the lugs, and 11.35 mm thick (complete with the carrier), the rectangular case with its bevelled edges features an extremely structured design. The geometrical profile radiates a sense of forcefulness that is counter-balanced by a softer facet, stemming from in-depth research aimed at achieving optimal comfort of its carrier and lugs. In addition to this sophisticated design, the Microtor Cabriolet also embodies a meticulously detailed watchmaking approach epitomised by the glass which is fitted on a gasket rather than glued in, and the bezel secured to the case middle by four screws to ensure a perfect fit.

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