Heuer Autavia 3646 Indianapolis
the holy grail of Heuer collecting - Indy-Autavia with a silver dial
SoldFewer than four examples of this extraordinary execution are known. According to reports, it was created as a special commission by Tony Hulman, the then-owner of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, who had these watches made as exclusive gifts for business partners and friends.
Another fascinating feature is that this is the only Autavia with a silver dial – while all other executions of that era came with the classic black dial with contrasting sub-registers. The "Wings and Wheel" logo is printed in metallic gold paint, sparkles in the sunlight, and through its textured printing creates an almost three-dimensional effect, as if it were rising slightly above the dial surface.
This chronograph is without doubt one of the most valuable and coveted Heuer collector's watches of all time. Combined with its excellent condition, it represents a discovery that can hardly be surpassed in the world of vintage Heuer.
Condition Report
Dial: perfectly preserved – original luminous material on markers and hands – flawless printing – signed: "Autavia Heuer-Logo Indianapolis-Motor-Speedway-Logo T Swiss".
Case: 38mm stainless steel case in great condition – sharp lugs with intact bevels – light signs of wear – original correct unsigned crown – intact serial number between the lugs – crisp engravings on the screw-down caseback.
Movement: manual-wind Valjoux 92 caliber – values on the timegrapher: rate: -2s/day, amplitude: 279, beat error: 0.9.
Bracelet: original and rare Gay-Frères Double Beads of Rice bracelet – adjustable length 18.2 – 20.4 cm.
Serial number: 84xxx
Manufacturer: Heuer
Model: Autavia
Reference: 3646
Functions: hour and minute - rotating bezel - tachymeter - 45 minutes counter - screwed-on caseback - chronograph
Material: Stainless steel
Dial: silver
Watch glass: acrylic crystal
Bracelet: stainless steel
Type of clasp: deployant buckle
Diameter: 38mm
Height: 13,5mm
Caliber name: Valjoux 92
Movement type: manual wind
Year of Manufacture: 1966
Stock No.: PTV2256
Overall condition: 9 - has rarely been worn - top condition
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