Heuer Autavia 11630

Heuer Autavia 11630

Did you know that the Heuer Autavia was originally a combination of the words ‘automobile’ and ‘aviation’? When Jack Heuer launched it as a wristwatch in the 1960s, he heralded a new era of motorsport chronographs. The 11630 model from the 1970s is equipped with the innovative Calibre 12 automatic movement - a milestone that secures Heuer a place in the pantheon of watchmaking history.

The robust stainless steel body of the Autavia 11630 and the characteristic tonneau-shaped case give it an unmistakable vintage charm. The bright orange-coloured hands and deep black dial are particularly striking and immediately evoke the world of motor racing. The rotating bezel and easy-to-read chrono scales proved their worth on the racetrack back in the 1970s - and the watch is still very popular with collectors and racing fans today.

Anyone who wears an Autavia is not only choosing a timepiece, but also a piece of motorsport history. The combination of striking design, reliable mechanics and bright colours continues to fascinate to this day. Whether as a collector's item or worn every day, it remains a real eye-catcher that brings the era of wild races and legendary drivers to life on the wrist.

Features at a glance

• Brand: Heuer

• Model: Autavia

• Reference: 11630

• Year of production: Approx. 1970s

• Case: Stainless steel, tonneau-shaped design with rotating bezel

• Diameter: Approx. 42 mm (without crown)

• Movement: Automatic chronograph (Heuer Calibre 12)

• Dial: Black with luminous orange hands and indices

• Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph, date

• Condition: Vintage with clear signs of wear