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Heuer
Ref. 3336 N
Pre Carrera
An attractive and sporty stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with black dial and bracelet
- Estimate
- CHF6,000 - 12,000€6,500 - 12,900$7,500 - 15,100
CHF7,620
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Heuer
- Year
- Circa 1955
- Reference No
- 3336 N
- Movement No
- 707'469
- Case No
- 32'117
- Model Name
- Pre Carrera
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. Valjoux 22, 17 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Stainless steel elastic bracelet
- Dimensions
- 37mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial and movement signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Tag Heuer service invoice dated 29.06.2020.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
Heuer’s involvement in event timing predates the launch of its two most iconic models—the Carrera and Autavia—in the mid-1960s. In fact, the 1940s and 1950s were a particularly prolific era for the brand, producing a number of remarkable chronographs that laid the groundwork for its later successes.
Affectionately nicknamed the “Pre-Carrera” by collectors, the present reference 3336N dates to the mid-1950s. It features a striking black dial with two oversized registers and dauphine hands, giving it a bold yet elegant presence on the wrist.
Powered by the reliable Valjoux 22 caliber, this chronograph embodies the spirit of Heuer’s early innovations and represents an exciting opportunity for any serious vintage collector to acquire a piece of the brand’s pre-Carrera legacy.
Affectionately nicknamed the “Pre-Carrera” by collectors, the present reference 3336N dates to the mid-1950s. It features a striking black dial with two oversized registers and dauphine hands, giving it a bold yet elegant presence on the wrist.
Powered by the reliable Valjoux 22 caliber, this chronograph embodies the spirit of Heuer’s early innovations and represents an exciting opportunity for any serious vintage collector to acquire a piece of the brand’s pre-Carrera legacy.
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.
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