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.