Heuer Autavia Reference 2446
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1960s
This Heuer Autavia, reference 2446, is a chronograph wristwatch produced in the 1960s, featuring a first-execution case design. The stainless steel watch measures 38.5mm in diameter.
It displays a matte black dial with white sub-dials, identified as a Mark II variant, and features radium-lumed dauphine hands and indices. The timepiece retains an unsigned crown and pump pushers alongside an original bidirectional rotating bezel with a lumed triangle. The screw-down case back carries factory engravings. It is presented on a two-piece handmade leather strap. The auction description reports the watch is functioning correctly and maintaining time.
The case condition is described as having original factory angles and minimal signs of previous polishing. The radium plots and hands exhibit a deep golden beige patina without significant degradation. No accessories are included with this timepiece.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Lume
- Radium
- Type
- Chronograph
- Dial Type
- Mk. II matte black
- Functions
- Chronograph
- Maker / attribution
- Heuer
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The watch features a matte black dial with three white sub-dials, identified by the auction description as a Mark II variant. The dial and sub-dials are reported to be in vintage condition without notable damage or discoloration. The indices and dauphine-style hands are treated with radium luminous material, which has aged to a deep golden beige tone. UV light inspection as reported by the auction house indicates no significant degradation of the luminous material on either the dial plots or the hands.
- Visible features
- • Bidirectional rotating bezel with lumed triangle • Matte black dial with three white sub-dials • Unsigned crown with dual pump pushers • Screw-down case back with visible serial engravings
- Movement and Operation
- The internal movement and specific technical specifications are not detailed in the source. The auction description notes that the service history of the watch remains unknown. Despite the unknown service history, the vendor states that the watch is currently keeping time correctly and the chronograph functions are operational. A movement service is offered as an optional provision upon request.
- Case and External Features
- The stainless steel case measures 38.5mm in diameter and retains original factory angles. It is fitted with an original bidirectional rotating bezel, which features a lumed triangle marker. The auction description reports minimal signs of wear and limited evidence of past polishing on the case surfaces. The timepiece is equipped with an unsigned winding crown and two small pump-style chronograph pushers. The screw-down case back is present and retains original factory-applied engravings which are described as fully legible. The watch is currently paired with a modern handmade two-piece leather strap.
Identification
- Reference
- 2446
- Serial number
- 527XX
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Service history is unknown
- Research required: Source does not confirm specific year of manufacture within the 1960s decade