HEUER | ECOLE D'HORLOGERIE PORRENTRUY STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCHCIRCA 1965

Dial: silveredCalibre: cal. 72 manual winding, 17 jewelsCase: stainless steel, screw-down backCase number: 50804Closure: stainless steel buckleDimensions: 36mmSigned: dial signed Ecole d'Horlogerie Porrentruy, case signed HeuerAccessories: none

MVT: running at the time of cataloguing. Chronograph functioning. CASE: In original and crisp condition. With scuffs and scratches throughout and with sharp facets and crisp lines. Consistent with age and use. Heavier scratching to the case back. DIAL: in very attractive and original condition. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

This rare chronograph is signed "Ecole d'horlogerie Porrentruy" and is considered a school watch. The small town in the Jura region of Switzerland has established one of the earliest watchmaking schools back in 1840, which is still existing today. The case is made by Heuer and adorned with surprisingly small chronograph pushers. The watch was assembled in the mid 1960`s and is powered by the famous Valjoux 72 movement