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Heuer Super Autavia Mark I Dashboard Clock and Timer

Partially verified

This Heuer Super Autavia Mark I is a dashboard-mounted chronograph and timer, specifically produced for the New York retailer Abercrombie & Fitch. Designed for installation in racing cars, rally vehicles, or aircraft, it functions as a timekeeping instrument capable of recording events for up to 12 hours. The device measures 55 mm in diameter, featuring a bi-directional rotating bezel with a 12-hour scale, an acrylic crystal, and a large serrated winding crown at the 12 o'clock position. The matte black dial displays luminous markers, a 30-minute register at 12 o'clock, and a constant seconds sub-dial at 6 o'clock. It is housed on a square steel mounting plate and powered by a mechanical Valjoux 76 movement.

Front view of the Heuer Super Autavia Mark I dashboard clock showing the matte black dial and the steel mounting plate; note the chronograph pusher at the 12 o'clock position (beside the crown) and the reset pusher at the 1 o'clock position.
Front view of the Heuer Super Autavia Mark I dashboard clock showing the matte black dial and the steel mounting plate; note the chronograph pusher at the 12 o'clock position (beside the crown) and the reset pusher at the 1 o'clock position. — Zamanito. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Clock · Dashboard clock
Maker / attribution
Heuer
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
circa 1958
Source-reported place
Switzerland

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

Design and Configuration

The Heuer Super Autavia Mark I is configured as a dashboard-mounted timekeeping instrument. It is constructed with a 55 mm diameter circular case set within a square steel base plate measuring approximately 2.5 by 2.5 inches. This assembly facilitates attachment to vehicles through four pre-drilled holes in the base. The timepiece incorporates a bi-directional rotating bezel with a 12-hour scale marked in orange.

The dial is finished in matte black and features a layout designed for visibility and event timing. Key indicators include a constant seconds sub-dial at the 6 o'clock position and a 30-minute chronograph register at 12 o'clock.

Evidence for this section
  • “بدنه این ساعت دارای قطر ۵۵ میلی‌متر بوده و به یک بزل دوطرفه شیاردار با مقیاس برجسته ۱۲ ساعته”
  • “شمارشگر ۳۰ دقیقه‌ای با عقربه نارنجی در موقعیت ساعت ۱۲ تعبیه شده است”
  • “امضای دوگانه Abercrombie & Fitch بر روی صفحه”

Mechanical Movement and Operation

The movement powering this dashboard instrument is a manual-wind mechanical chronograph caliber, specifically the Valjoux 76. The operation of the chronograph functions is managed through external controls integrated into the case structure.

A large, serrated winding crown is positioned at the 12 o'clock mark, facilitating winding and time adjustment. Chronograph activation is controlled by a pusher, also located at the 12 o'clock position, while the reset function is managed by a separate pusher located at 1 o'clock.

Evidence for this section
  • “نیروی محرکه این ساعت توسط موتور کرنوگراف مکانیکی Valjoux 76 تأمین می‌شود”
  • “تاج کوک بزرگ دندانه‌دار همراه با دکمه فعال‌ساز کرنوگراف در موقعیت ساعت ۱۲”
  • “دکمه فشاری ریست کرنوگراف در موقعیت ساعت ۱ قرار دارد”

Historical Context and Condition

The Super Autavia line was first introduced by Heuer in 1958. This specific specimen belongs to the Mark I series, which includes early production specifications for this instrument range. The piece is reported to be in near-new condition, displaying a uniform patina on the luminous indices and hands.

The documentation provided notes that there is no available record of the technical service history for this instrument.

Evidence for this section
  • “مدل Super Autavia نخستین بار در سال ۱۹۵۸ معرفی شد و این نمونه متعلق به نسل نخست یا Mark I است”
  • “وضعیت این قطعه در شرایط فوق‌العاده و در حد نزدیک به نو توصیف شده”
  • “این ساعت داشبورد همچنین به همراه جعبه اصلی دارای نشان Heuer ارائه شده است”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific production volume range for the Mark I series versus later iterations?
  • Are there variations in the mounting plate signatures found on other surviving Mark I units?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Heuer Super Autavia Mark I Dashboard Clock and Timer
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerHeuer“ساخت هویئر (Heuer)”
RetailerAbercrombie & Fitch“به سفارش و برای عرضه توسط خرده‌فروشی مشهور Abercrombie & Fitch در نیویورک تولید شده است”
ModelSuper Autavia Mark I“مدل Super Autavia سری Mark I”
MovementValjoux 76“موتور کرنوگراف مکانیکی Valjoux 76”
Case diameter55 mm“قطر ۵۵ میلی‌متر”
Introduction year1958“مدل Super Autavia نخستین بار در سال ۱۹۵۸ معرفی شد”
Bezel12-hour bi-directional“بزل دوطرفه شیاردار با مقیاس برجسته ۱۲ ساعته”

Visible details

  • The dial features dual branding with 'Abercrombie & Fitch' printed above the center and 'Super Autavia' with the Heuer logo below
  • The mounting plate contains four holes at the corners for installation
  • The bezel features orange-colored numerals and a triangular marker
  • The watch is accompanied by a red and yellow presentation box

Research qualifications

  • Historical provenance or specific vehicle history is not documented
  • Internal technical service history is unknown

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

Consulted source

ساعت داشبورد و تایمر Heuer Super Autavia Mark I برای Abercrombie & Fitch

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record e6dba37014

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