- 100
Heuer
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 CHF
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Description
- A HISTORICAL STAINLESS STEEL RECTANGULAR AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, REGISTERS AND BRACELET PREVIOUSLY OWNED BY SWISS FORMULA 1 RACING DRIVER CLAY REGAZZONICIRCA 1971 REF 1133B MONACO 'STEVE MCQUEEN'
- width 40 mm, interior bracelet length 190 mm
• cal. 11 automatic nickel lever movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic balance • blue dial, applied horizontal indexes, white subsidiary dials for 30-minute and 12-hour registers • rectangular steel case, back secured by purpose built tool • case, dial and movement signed • stainless steel Heuer bracelet • with a letter signed by Clay Regazzoni
Condition
The movement and chronograph is functioning at the time of cataloguing. The watch has not need opened to examine the movement as we do not have the special tool required for opening. The dial has some corrosion tot he batons and discolouration to the subsidiaries. The case and bracelet have some scuffs and small dents from wear.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
Catalogue Note
Heuer released this model, Ref. 1133, the Monaco, in 1969. It gets its name from the Monaco Grand Prix, one of the greatest and most famous auto races in the World.
The watch would become famous in the 1971 Steve McQueen auto racing film 'Le Mans'. The actor was inspired to wear one in the film after seeing it on the wrist of his friend, the racing legend Jo Siffert.
The present watch was given to the current owner by the Swiss Grand Prix driver Gianclaudio 'Clay' Regazzoni. He competed in Formula One races for Ferrari, BRM, Ensign, Shadow and Williams from 1970 to 1980, winning five Grands Prix.