Universal Genève 'Spillino' Ref. 22492, Uni-Compax, 'Mini-Pusher' 1960'

A fine and rare Universal 'Spillino',, Ref. 22492, Uni-Compax, "Mini-Pushers" vintage wristwatch

Case: Stainless Steel, 36 mm

Movement: manual wind chronograph, Caliber 287, 17 jewels

Year: ca 1960

Beautiful minimalist design

In very good condition

The Universal Genève Ref. 22492, affectionately known as the “Mini-Pushers”, is a rare and elegantly designed chronograph that reflects the brand’s golden age of craftsmanship and innovation. Produced in the early 1950s, it forms part of the Uni-Compax line — Universal’s line of two-register chronographs, positioned just below the more complex Tri-Compax.

What sets this reference apart is its distinctively small chronograph pushers, hence the “mini-pushers” nickname. 

In the realm of vintage horology, "Spillino" refers to certain chronograph watches produced by Universal Genève during the 1950s and 1960s. The nickname "Spillino" (Italian for "little pin") derives from the watches' notably small, round chronograph pushers. These timepieces are celebrated for their elegant design and mechanical precision.