Heuer Carrera Formula 1 Driver Reference 2447N Unpolished

Vintage Heuer is quite an incredible genre to collect in that we are able to see watches with historic racing provenance. We are thrilled to offer this incredibly special chronograph won by Formula 1 driver Victor "Al" Pease at Sebring 1965. The watch was a gift by the Canadian Racing Association when he qualified to race at Seabring. Al has a unique pedigree in automotive racing, and was the only driver to be disqualified for driving too slow. This reference 2447N is a one of the earliest examples dating to 1963. It features the early white printing. The luminous hands have a very attractive color. The condition is very good and the case is unpolished. The watch comes from one of Al’s family members. It features the original crystal which has some crazing on it. It measures 36 millimeters in diameter and 45mm lug-to-lug. The watch is powered by the Valjoux manual-winding calibre 72. It is paired on a Tropic strap and Rolex buckle, which is how it was found and worn by Al.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running great. It includes correspondence from a member of the Pease family regarding the provenance.

SOLD (Item SBUXYT1661)