{"product_id":"vintage-universal-geneve-ref-20724-swiss-military-watch-black-dial-cal-263-from-1944","title":"Vintage Universal Geneve Ref. 20724, Swiss Military Watch, Black Dial, Cal. 263 from 1944","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eThis vintage \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dumarko.com\/collections\/universal-geneve\"\u003eUniversal Genève\u003c\/a\u003e dates to 1944 and reflects the clear, no-nonsense style of Swiss military watches made during World War II. The black dial is highly legible, with large Arabic numerals that stand out strongly against the dark background. Simple pencil hands and a clear minute track around the edge reinforce its practical, military-focused design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"362\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe dial has been professionally restored to preserve the original look, keeping the correct layout and proportions while maintaining the military appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eThe stainless steel case measures 30mm in diameter and 38mm lug-to-lug. While modest by modern standards, the proportions are true to the period and wear comfortably on the wrist. The shape is functional and sturdy, built to handle everyday use rather than decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eInside is the Universal Genève Caliber 263, a manual-wind movement used by the brand in the 1940s for both civilian and military-style watches. The serial number 1084931 dates this watch to 1944, placing it firmly in the wartime years. Overall, this is a classic military-style Universal Genève with strong character and honest design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eCASE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"982\"\u003e30mm diameter\u003cbr data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e38mm lug-to-lug\u003cbr data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003eStainless steel case\u003cbr data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1039\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAcrylic crystal\u003cbr data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eCrown at 3 o’clock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eMOVEMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eUniversal Genève Caliber 263\u003cbr data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003eManual wind\u003cbr data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eSerial number 1084931 (1944)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1280\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eDIAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessionally restored black dial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eLarge Arabic numerals\u003cbr data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1256\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eClear outer minute track\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DuMarko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48917156102396,"sku":null,"price":1690.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2266\/1116\/files\/vintage-universal-geneve-ref-20724-swiss-military-watch-black-dial-cal-263-from-1944-5627262.jpg?v=1775223074","url":"https:\/\/dumarko.com\/fr\/products\/vintage-universal-geneve-ref-20724-swiss-military-watch-black-dial-cal-263-from-1944","provider":"DuMarko","version":"1.0","type":"link"}