
Charles Dower
Head of sale, Knightsbridge
£6,000 - £8,000
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The Argentinean Airforce was supplied with batches of Heuer watches during the late 1960's and 1970's. The case differs in size and construction from the earlier Autavia and a new so-called compressor case with snap on back was introduced, sealing the case from differences of internal and external pressure. The crown is larger and Heuer signed and it has larger chronograph pushers with a fluted design. As these were tool watches, very few have survived in pristine condition.
This Argentinean Airforce issued Heuer Autavia is in wonderful condition with its original dial, hands and case finish. The compressor case has all the correct markings with a rather early Airforce issue number of 0574.