Vintage Heuer Monaco 1133B Blue - Steve McQueen for sale

Description ▲

This Heuer Monaco "Steve McQueen" from the 1970s impresses with its perfectly preserved dial and unpolished case. As an additional rarity, it is accompanied by its original stainless-steel bracelet.

While an Autavia or a Carrera is essential for every Heuer collector, a Monaco is the ultimate highlight of any serious watch collection. There are many reasons why the Monaco has achieved cult status: its distinctive square case sets it apart from all other Heuer models, and it was the world's first water-resistant square wristwatch. Between 1969 and 1974, fewer than 4,500 examples were produced – and after more than 50 years, only a small number remain in such excellent condition. The watch is powered by the legendary automatic Caliber 11. And, of course, the Monaco owes much of its enduring fame to its most iconic wearer: Steve McQueen.

The present example stands out with an exceptionally well-preserved dial, an unpolished case, and the very rare original stainless-steel bracelet. With only light signs of wear, this watch can be confidently worn while retaining its strong collector's appeal.

The Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B is a true design icon – few other watches offer such a high level of recognition. This particular piece is undoubtedly among the finest examples still in existence today.

Condition report
Dial: excellent, clean blue surface - white sub-dials with authentic even patina - original tritium lume in hands and markers - fantastic dark patina in markers and hands - matching colors - signed "Monaco Heuer Automatic Chronograph swiss".

Case: excellent condition - unpolished - slight signs of wear - full profile - intact engravings on the back: "Tool No 033" and the Heuer logo - correct Heuer crown - correct fluted chrono pushers.

Movement: automatic Heuer caliber 11 - values on the timegrapher: rate +1s/day, beat error: 0.1 ms, amplitude: 278 degrees - chronograph starts, stops and resets perfectly.

Bracelet: stainless steel bracelet by NSA - almost unworn condition - full bracelet length: 19,8 cm.

Serial number: 163xxx

Int.Exe.: 6359425

Features ▲

Manufacturer: Heuer

Model: Monaco

Reference: 1133B

Functions: date - chronograph - hour and minute - 12 hour totalizer - 30 minutes counter

Material: Stainless steel

Dial: blue

Watch glass: acrylic crystal

Bracelet: stainless steel

Type of clasp: Folding clasp

Length: 40mm

Width: 40mm

Caliber name: Heuer Calibre 11

Movement type: automatic

Year of Manufacture: 1972

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

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