95th Auction

2017/5/6

Lot 22

Heuer-Leonidas SA "Carrera", Case No. 101585, Cal. Lemania 189, 35 mm, circa 1960
A rare vintage chronograph with 45 min. counter and date
Case: steel, screw back. Dial: silvered. Movm.: 2/3 plate movement, Glucydur balance.
Jack Heuer launches the 'Carrera' as a tribute to this exciting race 'Carrera Panamericana Rally' of the 50's: the first chronograph with a pure and functional dial design featuring a wide dial opening and a 1/5th of a second scale on the flange. This model rapidly becomes the watch of the champions and a best seller worldwide.
Source: www.tagheuer.com

estimated
5.5007.000 €
Price realized
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