Universal Genève Amagnetic

About this reference

The Universal Genève Amagnetic reference 3417 was produced from approximately 1958 through the late 1960s and is no longer in production. Collectors prioritize this reference as the brand’s premier anti-magnetic tool watch, featuring a 38mm stainless steel screw-back case and the manual-wind caliber 215-9. The model is distinguished by its "Amagnetic" script on the dial and a soft iron inner shield designed to protect the movement from magnetic fields. Due to limited production estimated at several hundred units, the reference is considered rare. Current secondary market prices typically range from $25,000 to $50,000 depending on condition and dial configuration. A notable variant is the "Type 1" execution, which features a distinctive white crosshair dial and a larger sub-seconds register, often commanding a premium at auction over later, more minimalist dial iterations.