Heuer Autavia Ref. 741.603 GMT

Heuer Autavia Ref. 741.603 GMT

Model Code: 741.603

A reference that you simply cannot find. The ultra-rare Autavia 741.603 GMT from 1974 marks the very last of the manual wind Autavias- with this being only manual winding model to use the 1163 case. Rarity and specifications aside, this is undoubtedly a beautiful timepiece. Its abundance of colour represents Heuer’s voyage into new territory with boundary-pushing designs, synonymous with the landscape of watchmaking in the ’70s. Its rotating dual timezone bezel has aged over 40 years, gently softening its red and blue hues. Its rich black dial remains in outstanding condition, boasting a ‘reverse panda’ display through its two white sub-dials. Various design subtleties only add to this watch’s desirability. Its white inner scale, red markings on each hour and red triangles on hour and minute hands (with tritium lume) are a few examples. Notably the fluorescent GMT hand (with tritium lume) remains vivid and luminescent.

Its stainless steel tonneau-shaped case (42mm) is in outstanding condition with minimal signs of wear. Its crown is signed ‘HEUER’ as well as the clasp on its original bracelet. Powered by the very rare Valjoux manual wind movement, this stunning Autavia is one of the most interesting and visually captivating watches in Heuer’s catalogue. A rare opportunity to invest in one of Heuer’s most desirable gems from the ’70s.