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HEUER VINTAGE AUTAVIA CHRONOGRAPH

Full Lume Tritium Dial – Ref. 2446H – Stainless Steel – 1969 – Featured in Haslinger’s new Heuer Chronographs Book – Very Rare

We are honoured to present this exceptionally rare and historically significant Heuer Autavia Chronograph, reference 2446H, dating to 1969. A true collector’s piece, this example features the highly coveted full lume tritium dial and is documented in Arno Haslinger’s authoritative Heuer Chronographs book, page 36/37— a distinction reserved for only the most important surviving Autavia examples.

The robust stainless steel Autavia case retains its powerful tool-watch presence, originally designed for both aviation and motorsport use — a hallmark of Heuer’s professional chronograph heritage. The defining feature of this reference is its extraordinary full luminous tritium dial, created for maximum legibility in low-light conditions. Over time, the tritium has aged to a rich, even patina, giving the watch a striking monochromatic aesthetic and unmistakable vintage appeal.

The Full Lume dial layout remains beautifully balanced, with crisp chronograph registers and period-correct typography, while the original hands complement the dial with matching luminous material. This rare configuration places the 2446H among the most elusive Autavia variants ever produced.

Inside beats the legendary Valjoux 72 manual-wind chronograph movement, revered for its precision, durability, and use across some of the most celebrated vintage chronographs of the era. This movement is a cornerstone of serious vintage collecting and underscores the Autavia’s motorsport pedigree.

What elevates this piece to museum-grade status is its inclusion in Haslinger’s Heuer Chronographs, one of the most respected reference works in the field. Documented examples of the full lume Autavia are exceptionally scarce, making this watch a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the advanced Heuer collector.

"Offered in outstanding vintage condition, this 1969 Heuer Autavia Ref. 2446H with full tritium luminous dial stands as one of the rarest and most desirable expressions of Heuer’s golden-era chronograph production.“

- Original collectors condtion

- original steel bracelet GF

- Bespoke in the new HEUER CHRONOGRAPGS book, 2025/2026, CALLWAY, page 36/37.

- Bezel inlay with Minute indication 

- All Lume hour markers Tritium dial - marked T SWISS

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