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Heuer Carrera Reference 2447T Chronograph

Partially verified

This Heuer Carrera reference 2447T is a manual-wind chronograph wristwatch dating to the 1960s. The stainless steel case measures approximately 36mm and features angular, sharply faceted lugs. The silvered dial includes three recessed subsidiary registers, applied steel hour markers, and luminous hands. A distinctive red tachymeter scale is printed on the outer chapter ring. The watch is powered by a 17-jewel Valjoux 72 column-wheel movement, which is signed Heuer-Leonidas SA. The inner caseback also bears Heuer-Leonidas markings. The watch is presented on a black perforated leather racing-style strap. The auction description reports that the dial exhibits light age-related patina and that the case displays signs of wear consistent with its age, while noting that the serial number is consistent with the production period of early 2447T models.

Front view of the Heuer Carrera Ref. 2447T showing the silvered dial, three registers, and red tachymeter scale.
Front view of the Heuer Carrera Ref. 2447T showing the silvered dial, three registers, and red tachymeter scale. — Ashton-Blakey Vintage Watches. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
ashton-blakey-antiques.com
Category
Wristwatch · Chronograph
Maker / attribution
Heuer
Reference
2447T
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
circa 1960s
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
79XXX

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial

The watch is housed in a stainless steel case measuring approximately 36mm in diameter. The design is characterized by sharply faceted lugs that provide an angular profile. The case back is constructed from stainless steel and features internal markings attributed to Heuer-Leonidas.

The silvered dial displays three recessed subsidiary registers and applied steel hour markers. Luminous hands are present, and a red tachymeter scale is positioned along the outer chapter ring. The dial surface shows light age-related patina, while the printing remains legible.

Evidence for this section
  • “elegant 36mm stainless steel case, sharply faceted lugs”
  • “silvered dial with three recessed subsidiary registers, applied steel hour markers and matching luminous hands”
  • “red tachymeter scale runs around the outer chapter ring”
  • “inner caseback carries the corresponding Heuer-Leonidas markings”

Movement and Features

The chronograph function is driven by a Valjoux 72 manual-wind, 17-jewel movement. This calibre utilizes a column-wheel mechanism for the operation of the chronograph functions. The movement bridge is engraved with the Heuer-Leonidas SA signature.

The timepiece is paired with a perforated black leather strap designed in a racing style, complementing the watch's intended use for timing and motorsport activities.

Evidence for this section
  • “Valjoux 72 manual-wind chronograph movement, a 17-jewel column-wheel calibre”
  • “movement is signed Heuer-Leonidas SA”
  • “black perforated leather racing-style strap”

History and Provenance

The Carrera line was established in 1963 under the management of Jack Heuer, taking its name from the Carrera Panamericana road race held in Mexico. This specific reference, the 2447T, was designed with a focus on readability for professional driving applications.

The auction description reports that the serial number 79XXX aligns with the established production chronology for early examples of the 2447T reference.

Evidence for this section
  • “Introduced in 1963 under the direction of Jack Heuer”
  • “Carrera was named after the legendary Carrera Panamericana road race in Mexico”
  • “serial number 79XXX is consistent with the production period of the early Carrera 2447T models”

Open research questions

  • Are there specific service records available for the Valjoux 72 movement in this example?
  • Does the current perforated strap correspond to the original retail configuration for this reference?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Heuer Carrera Reference 2447T Chronograph
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerHeuer“Heuer-Leonidas SA”
Serial Number79XXX“The case serial number 79XXX”
MovementValjoux 72“Valjoux 72 manual-wind chronograph movement, a 17-jewel column-wheel calibre”
Case Size36mm“36mm stainless steel case”
DateMid-to-Late 1960s“Circa: Mid-to-Late 1960s”

Visible details

  • Silvered dial with three recessed registers
  • Red tachymeter scale on the outer periphery
  • Angular lugs on the stainless steel case
  • Perforated black leather strap

Research qualifications

  • Age-related patina on the dial is subjective
  • Signs of wear on the case are not quantified

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت مچی کرنوگراف Heuer Carrera رفرنس 2447T با موتور Valjoux 72

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record c91aa0e56c

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