Sold for $8,255

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Lot Description

HEUER, STAINLESS STEEL 'AUTAVIA' GMT CHRONOGRAPH WATCH

Maker: Heuer
Model: Autavia
Reference number: 2446C
Year: Circa 1968
Case size: Approx. 40 mm
Case material: Stainless steel
Bezel: Red and blue rotating bezel
Dial: Black with luminescent markers
Movement: Manual wind
Bracelet/Strap: Circa 1968 Gay Frères Bracelet
Functions: Chronograph, Rotating 24 hour bezel

Fresh to market, property of the original family. In 1969, one Mr. Simmons, a WWII veteran, purchased this watch for his son Fritz's high school graduation, and Fritz soon thereafter shipped off to fight in Vietnam. He wore the watch during his time serving in the military, got home safely and proudly wore it for the rest of his long life. It remains in original condition, with its original Gay Freres "beads of rice" bracelet strong and intact. A true, wearable collectors piece, with so many stories left to tell.

Condition Report

Overall Condition: Significant scratches, wear, and discoloration consistent with age. Bezel color is significantly faded to a "tropical" hue. Case back engraved "FRITZ SIMMONS 1969". Some stretching to bracelet. Significant scratches and wear to bracelet and clasp consistent with age.

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