1972 Heuer Autavia Viceroy Cal. 11i Automatic Chronograph - SOLD
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Heuer has cemented itself as a core brand in the vintage watch hobby, and for good reason. With a focus on tool watches, an involvement in motorsports, and quite a few high profile wearers and ambassadors, Heuer oozes vintage cool, and collectors have noticed, making Heuer sport watches a staple in any serious collection.
The Autavia is the perfect example of a tool watch used for motorsport, and Viceroy's sponsorship of Parnelli Jones' F1 team in the early 70s led to one of the few truly legendary collaborations in the watch world. In 1972, readers of certain magazines were able to send in a clipping from an advertisement with a UPC from a carton of Viceroy cigarettes to receive a special Heuer Autavia in colors matching Viceroy's bright red branding. Approximately 5,000 of these models were produced in total and are becoming increasingly sought after as collector worthy examples disappear into safe deposit boxes.
We are proud to offer this 1972 Heuer Autavia Viceroy Ref. 1163V. This Viceroy Autavia is completely original save a newly fitted crystal and appears in excellent condition. This Autavia has a 279XXX serial number indicating production in the sixth and final batch of Viceroy watches.
Condition is as follows:
Case: 42mm stainless steel case in excellent vintage condition. Original case chamfers are present and sharp as is the original sunburst/radial brush finish on the case surface. Polished sides show minor wear as shown in the photos but no gouges or deep dents are present.
Bezel: Original bezel and insert in good condition. Insert shows some fading and minor surface wear as shown.
Dial/Hands: Original black dial with polished steel markers with white inserts. The tritium is complete and has aged to a creamy patina. Hands are original stainless steel with red accents and narrow tritium portions.
Caseback: Excellent condition solid brushed stainless steel screw caseback.
Crystal: New replacement acrylic crystal just installed and free of any damage.
Movement: Heuer caliber 11i automatic chronograph movement with all functions working correctly including start, stop, and reset to zero of the chronograph. The movement keeps excellent time.
Bracelet/Strap: Like new black leather rally style strap, a close reproduction of the original strap offered in the Viceroy campaign.
Accessories: None, sold as watch only.
The Autavia is the perfect example of a tool watch used for motorsport, and Viceroy's sponsorship of Parnelli Jones' F1 team in the early 70s led to one of the few truly legendary collaborations in the watch world. In 1972, readers of certain magazines were able to send in a clipping from an advertisement with a UPC from a carton of Viceroy cigarettes to receive a special Heuer Autavia in colors matching Viceroy's bright red branding. Approximately 5,000 of these models were produced in total and are becoming increasingly sought after as collector worthy examples disappear into safe deposit boxes.
We are proud to offer this 1972 Heuer Autavia Viceroy Ref. 1163V. This Viceroy Autavia is completely original save a newly fitted crystal and appears in excellent condition. This Autavia has a 279XXX serial number indicating production in the sixth and final batch of Viceroy watches.
Condition is as follows:
Case: 42mm stainless steel case in excellent vintage condition. Original case chamfers are present and sharp as is the original sunburst/radial brush finish on the case surface. Polished sides show minor wear as shown in the photos but no gouges or deep dents are present.
Bezel: Original bezel and insert in good condition. Insert shows some fading and minor surface wear as shown.
Dial/Hands: Original black dial with polished steel markers with white inserts. The tritium is complete and has aged to a creamy patina. Hands are original stainless steel with red accents and narrow tritium portions.
Caseback: Excellent condition solid brushed stainless steel screw caseback.
Crystal: New replacement acrylic crystal just installed and free of any damage.
Movement: Heuer caliber 11i automatic chronograph movement with all functions working correctly including start, stop, and reset to zero of the chronograph. The movement keeps excellent time.
Bracelet/Strap: Like new black leather rally style strap, a close reproduction of the original strap offered in the Viceroy campaign.
Accessories: None, sold as watch only.
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