Fine Heuer Carrera Dato 45 chronograph stainless steel gentl...

Hammer

£3,500

Fine Heuer Carrera Dato 45 chronograph stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 3147 S, serial no. 101xxx, circa 1968, silvered dial with raised bevelled markers and outer raised outer minute divisions, date aperture to the 9 o'clock position, subsidiary 45 minute recording dial and black chronograph centre seconds, baton hands, Landeron cal. 189 movement, with the original bracelet dated to the clasp '2.68', 36mm
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** 2nd Execution model with the date at 9
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** Consigned by the original owner who acquired the piece from new in the late 1960’s, who at the time was a director the UK based Heuer distributor, Chronosport Special Watches

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Movement - clean condition and currently functioning.
Dial - original dial considered good for the period - see images for personal guidance.
Glass - light surface marks present.
Hands - light marks, nice patina consistent to the period - see image.
Case - typical light marks but generally considered good for the period - see images for guidance.
Crown - lacking Heuer logo so a possible service replacement, adjusting correctly.
Bracelet - original Heuer bracelet with clasp, light marks to the clasp but generally good, one spare link, wrist size 7.5" approx.
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Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained