Heuer Autavia 1163 Orange Boy - Tropical

popular orange boy version - stunning tropical dial - automatic chronograph

Heuer Autavia 1163 Orange Boy - Tropical - exceptional vintage Autavia from the 70s
exceptional vintage Autavia from the 70s
the unique combination of a tropical dial and orange accents
cushion-shaped case with a black bezel
intact lines, original sunburst finish
Heuer crown
screw-down case back
Heuer caliber 12
engravings inside the back
reference 1163 between the lugs
serial number between the lugs
breathtaking look on the wrist

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Description
This 1970s vintage chronograph is the popular "Orange Boy" version of the automatic Heuer Autavia 1163. It has a stunning tropical dial.

Tropical dials are the result of a rare phenomenon in vintage watches, where the color of the dial changes over time due to various environmental factors such as sunlight, humidity and temperature fluctuations. This aging process, usually in combination with a lacquer defect, can cause the dial to lose its original color and take on a brownish hue. Tropical dials are particularly coveted by collectors because they give the watch a charismatic vintage character and uniqueness.

The formerly black dial of this Autavia developed an absolutely uniform brownish color over the years. Due to the orange accents in the hands and indexes, this model is also known as the "Orange Boy". This color combination is very popular with collectors and, together with the tropical patina, gives the watch a stunning vintage look.

This Autavia is equipped with the automatic Caliber 12, that operates perfectly. It is the improved successor to the legendary caliber 11.

Condition report
Dial: brown tropical patina - flawless surface without scratches - even patina in the white sub-registers - original tritium lume in the hour markers and hands - signed "Heuer Autavia", "Automatic Chronograph" and "SWISS".

Case: cushion-shaped stainless steel case in great condition - slight signs of wear - full profile - intact numbers between the lugs - original signed Heuer crown - bezel inlay in great condition.

Movement: Heuer automatic caliber 12 - values on the timegrapher: rate +5s/day, beat error: 0.9 ms, amplitude: 207 degrees.

Summing-Up
The vintage reference 1163 is one of the most iconic models in the Autavia line, known for its distinctive design and its connection to motorsport. The tropical dial of this example significantly enhances its aesthetics, rarity and collector's value.

Serial number: 224xxx

Int.Exe.: 62818
Features

Manufacturer: Heuer

Model: Autavia

Reference: 1163

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

Material: Stainless steel

Dial: Tropical

Watch glass: acrylic crystal

Bracelet: leather

Type of clasp: pin buckle

Diameter: 42mm

Height: 14,9mm

Caliber name: Heuer Caliber 12

Movement type: automatic

Year of Manufacture: 1972

Overall condition: 9 - has rarely been worn - top condition

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