A fine example of the iconic Heuer Autavia automatic chronograph from the 1970s. The watch features a bold 42mm stainless steel case, rotating bezel, and a deep black dial with contrasting white sub-registers and date window at 6 o’clock.
Inside is the Calibre 12 automatic chronograph movement, part of the first generation of automatic chronographs developed in 1969.
This example is fitted to its original Heuer signed bracelet and clasp.
Condition
Case shows honest wear and light marks consistent with age, but remains sharp and unpolished.
Bezel has visible wear but is original and evenly aged.
Dial is clean with strong lume plots and hands retaining their vintage tritium patina.
Crystal clear with only light surface wear.
Bracelet solid with expected signs of use.
The watch has been inspected and is keeping time, though it has not been serviced by us.
Short History of the Heuer Autavia
First launched in 1962, the Autavia was Heuer’s first wrist chronograph with a rotating bezel, originally designed for automotive and aviation timing (hence the name). By the late 1960s and 1970s, the Autavia became one of Heuer’s flagship sports watches, especially with the introduction of the Calibre 11/12 automatic chronographs. Favoured by racing drivers and enthusiasts, the Autavia remains one of the most collectible Heuer models today.
A fine example of the iconic Heuer Autavia automatic chronograph from the 1970s. The watch features a bold 42mm stainless steel case, rotating bezel, and a deep black dial with contrasting white sub-registers and date window at 6 o’clock.
Inside is the Calibre 12 automatic chronograph movement, part of the first generation of automatic chronographs developed in 1969.
This example is fitted to its original Heuer signed bracelet and clasp.
Condition
Case shows honest wear and light marks consistent with age, but remains sharp and unpolished.
Bezel has visible wear but is original and evenly aged.
Dial is clean with strong lume plots and hands retaining their vintage tritium patina.
Crystal clear with only light surface wear.
Bracelet solid with expected signs of use.
The watch has been inspected and is keeping time, though it has not been serviced by us.
Short History of the Heuer Autavia
First launched in 1962, the Autavia was Heuer’s first wrist chronograph with a rotating bezel, originally designed for automotive and aviation timing (hence the name). By the late 1960s and 1970s, the Autavia became one of Heuer’s flagship sports watches, especially with the introduction of the Calibre 11/12 automatic chronographs. Favoured by racing drivers and enthusiasts, the Autavia remains one of the most collectible Heuer models today.
