Lot 343

Heuer

Pre-Carrera Big Eyes

A rare antimagnetic vintage wrist chronograph with big subsidiary dials

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Wrist chronographs dating from the 1930s and 1940s are becoming increasingly popular among collectors of rare vintage timepieces. This 35 mm pre-Carrera Heuer model dating from the late 1930s features round pushers and a large winding crown. The black dial has acquired some attractive speckling over time and wows with two large subdials for small second and 30-minute counter. The luminous material has slightly darkened and lends the watch an irresistible vintage character.