HEUER, AUTAVIA ‘MARK 1’, REF. 2446CImportant information about this lot
Price Realised USD 7,500
Estimate
USD 6,000 - USD 9,000
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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The case is in good condition with signs of wear throughout – small nicks and scratches. The case has been lightly polished and the engraving to the case back is quite faint. The crown is correct and has been lightly polished. The bezel is correct with light signs of wear. The dial and hands are in good, honest condition with signs of age and appear to be original. The dial has developed an even patina throughout. The lume plots have darkened and the plot at 6 o’clock is mostly deteriorated. The lume in the hands has aged and the hands have a patina. The chronograph hand has darkened. The chronograph is working at the time of cataloguing. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.