Heuer Autavia 2446 Rindt 1960s

important vintage chronograph - Valjoux 72 - honest condition

Heuer Autavia 2446 Rindt 1960s - three register vintage chronograph
three register vintage chronograph
reverse panda dial with white sub-registers on matte black background
rotatable bezel
crisp lugs with intact bevels and lines
original Heuer signed crown and round pump pushers
intact original engravings on the back
manual wind caliber Valjoux 72
'Heuer Leonidas SA Stainless Steel Swiss' inside the case back
original Heuer buckle
intact serial number between the lugs
attractive and comfortable on the wrist

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Description
None other than Jochen Rindt - the only posthumous Formula 1 World Champion - owned an example of the Heuer Autavia Chronograph offered here. In the 1960s, he put his Autavia on the wrist during races. Therefore, this version is called Rindt Autavia and is one of the most known manual-wound Autavias of the 1960s.

But not only because of its history, but also thanks to its attractive dial, perfect proportions and legendary Valjoux 72 movement, this Autavia is so sought after by vintage collectors.

The beautiful Reverse Panda dial is housed in a 39mm stainless steel case and protected by an acrylic crystal. The beveled lugs are also very fine and attractive. On the wrist, the chronograph offers a perfect blend of authentic vintage flair and understated sportiness.

Condition report
Dial: perfect matte black finish - clean sub-registers with authentic patina - original tritium lume in hands and markers - signed "T Swiss".

Case: light wear marks - lugs with intact bevels and lines - clearly visible engravings on the back - original Heuer crown.

Bezel: honest condition - natural wear marks.

Movement: manual winding caliber Valjoux 72 - timegrapher: rate: -22s/day, amplitude: 299, beat error: 0.5ms.

Bracelet: attractive vintage style black racing bracelet (rubber) - light and comfortable on the wrist - original Heuer buckle.

Summing-Up
This Jochen Rindt Autavia is a rare vintage chronograph that has been preserved in honest condition and is ready for your wrist. Due to its historical relevance and rarity, this wristwatch is a collectible timepiece.

Serial number: 85xxx

Int.Exe.: 1253040
Features

Manufacturer: Heuer

Model: Autavia

Reference: 2446

Functions: chronograph - small running second - hour and minute - stopwatch - 12 hour totalizer - 30 minutes counter - screwed-on caseback

Material: Stainless steel

Dial: reverse panda (black dial, white subdials)

Watch glass: acrylic crystal

Bracelet: Rubber

Type of clasp: pin buckle

Diameter: 39mm

Caliber name: Valjoux 72

Movement type: manual wound

Year of Manufacture: 1967

Overall condition: 8 - worn regularly - light signs of wear

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