Heuer Monaco Chronograph circa 1970
Heuer Monaco Chronograph circa 1970
In the 1971 film LeMans, Steve McQueen rocks a blue Monaco while he drives for the Gulf Porsche team. While this is the gray dial variation which launched in 1972, it offers a more wearable and versatile aesthetic. While service history is unknown, the manual wind caliber 11-I movement is running at approximately +15 seconds a day with a 238 amplitude (your mileage may vary).
HIGHLIGHTS
What we dig:
- Cultural significance
- Substantial feel
- It is a “strap monster”: looks killer in almost any strap color like a Speedy
- Very sporty but can pull off formal occasions as well
What you should know:
- It is a very vintage watch with vintage charm but that comes with knowing it should not be treated like a modern one– comparable to a 1970s car but easier
- Signs of honest wear but no damage.
- The chronograph functions properly but not to be run at all times–crown on the left side manually winds clockwise
- Timegrapher data and videos available upon request
HOW TO PURCHASE
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