Heuer Carrera 1153 Blue

This Heuer Carrera 1153N from the early 1970s is not only a charming representative of the very first generation of automatic chronographs – it also comes from its original owner and impresses with a beautifully authentic overall condition.

The metallic blue dial provides a striking backdrop for the contrasting white sub-registers and the tachymeter scale along the outer edge – offering a distinctly sportier look compared to its silver sister reference, the 1153S. A particularly eye-catching feature is the evenly aged, warm creamy lume on both the hands and hour markers – a rare visual harmony that is sure to delight collectors. The vivid orange chronograph seconds hand adds a bold pop of color, further emphasizing the watch's sporting heritage.

The 39 mm cushion-shaped case wears exceptionally well on the wrist and ranks among the most beloved designs of the era – bold, comfortable and instantly recognizable. Powering the watch is the historic Caliber 11 – the world's first automatic chronograph movement, easily identified by the winding crown positioned on the left side of the case. The movement remains reliable to this day and offers a rewarding wearing experience.

This already compelling Carrera is completed by its original Gay-Frères stainless steel bracelet with date stamp "3/71" in the clasp – a rare and highly sought-after detail that elevates this piece into the league of true collector's watches.

Condition report
Dial: absolutely perfect dial – clean white subdials – intact sunburst finish – original tritium lume with warm, cream-colored patina matching the markers and hands – signed "Heuer Carrera Automatic Chronograph Swiss".

Case: cushion case in great condition – with slight signs of wear, but unpolished – sharp lines – as with many watches with steel bracelets, the numbers between the lugs are slightly worn, but still visible – original Heuer crown – original Heuer chronograph pushers.

Movement: Automatic Heuer caliber 11 in great condition – values on the time grapher: rate: -12s/day, amplitude: 249, beat error: 0.6.

Bracelet: original Gay-Frères stainless steel bracelet – single beads of rice – slight signs of wear – Heuer folding clasp – date stamp inside the clasp: 3/71 – HLC end links.

Serial number: 190xxx

Int.Exe.: 87977