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HEUER VINTAGE AUTAVIA CHRONOGRAPH GMT “MARK 1” – Ref. 2446 – Stainless Steel – Swiss Tritium Dial – Gay Frères Rice Bracelet – 1967 – Extremely Rare

We are proud to present this exceptionally rare and historically important HEUER AUTAVIA CHRONOGRAPH GMT Mark 1, Reference 2446, crafted in stainless steel and dating to 1967.

The Autavia stands as one of Heuer’s most iconic tool chronographs, born from the worlds of motorsport and aviation. The Ref. 2446 GMT Mark 1 represents one of the earliest and most coveted executions of the model, combining classic chronograph functionality with an additional GMT complication, making it a true professional instrument of its era.

This example features the highly sought-after Swiss Tritium dial, distinguished by its crisp typography, perfectly balanced registers, and period-correct luminous plots. The dial layout, paired with the rotating bezel and GMT functionality, embodies the golden age of Heuer tool watches - all hands are periot correct for the model.

Even more exceptional is the presence of the original Gay Frères “Rice of Beads” stainless steel bracelet, a hallmark of quality and comfort, and one of the most collectible vintage bracelets ever produced.

Key Features:

- Stainless steel case, approx. 38mm, with sharp lugs and classic Autavia proportions

- Rare Mark 1 Swiss Tritium dial, with beautifully aged luminous markers

- Chronograph with GMT complication, offering dual-time functionality

- Manual-winding Valjoux 724R movement

- Original Gay Frères Rice of Beads bracelet, stamped 1967

- Rotating bezel, correct pushers and crown and bezel inlay

- Production year: 1967

This Autavia remains in outstanding vintage condition, with a well-preserved case, strong lines, and an honest dial that has aged gracefully over time. The combination of early GMT functionality, the Mark 1 dial configuration, and the original Gay Frères bracelet places this watch among the most desirable and elusive Heuer references available today.

“An iconic and so beautiful cornerstone of vintage Heuer collecting — the Autavia GMT Mark 1 is a true professional chronograph, forged at the intersection of aviation, motorsport, and Swiss precision.”

An extremely rare opportunity to acquire one of the most important Autavia references ever produced. Don't miss it