814
Heuer
Ref. 2446
Autavia, 2nd Execution
A fine and rare stainless steel chronograph wristwatch
Estimate
HK$160,000 - 240,000
€19,300 - 28,900
$20,000 - 30,000
Sold For
HK$200,000
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Heuer
Year
Circa 1966
Reference No
2446
Case No
59'915
Model Name
Autavia, 2nd Execution
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Mechanical, 72, 17 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Black rubber strap
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel <em>Heuer</em> buckle
Dimensions
39 mm. diameter
Signed
<em>Case, dial and movement signed</em>
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
This Heuer Autavia is a reference 2446, 2nd execution. The watch differs from the 1st execution in that it has smaller registers, baton numerals applied to the dial and the lume plots applied directly to the dial. The hands are also different. The 2nd execution is also fitted with a luminous bezel. The present watch is fresh to the market and has been retained in very original and appealing condition.
Literature
Heuer
Swiss | 1860This iconic chronograph manufacturer has a long tradition of precision timekeeping. As early as 1882, founder Edouard Heuer held a patent for a chronograph watch; in 1887, he received a patent for an oscillating pinion, which is still in use today. These specialized timepieces have been at the heart of the firm's success, enabling the brand to be chosen as early timekeepers for the Olympics. In 1969, the company introduced their first automatic chronograph watch, the Monaco Heuer, which celebrated the Monaco Grand Prix. Other key chronograph models include the Autavia and the Carrera, all of which having become iconic models of the firm.