Elegant and historic, this Aerotel-branded chronograph was manufactured by Heuer in the 1940's and sold under the Aerotel name. It represents a scarce private label chapter in Heuer's history, pleasing for both provenance and period aesthetics.

Housed in a solid 14K yellow gold case and powered by the Landeron 13 movement, it carries all the hallmarks of Heuer's fine chronograph craftsmanship.

It features a classic two-register design, feuille hands, gold pushers, and timeless styling - and the Aerotel name on the dial announcing it as an uncommon private label piece.

Its dial has 1/5 seconds markings for professional precision timing in sporting, racing, and technical fields. 14K gold chronographs like this are crossover pieces in a sense - it wears with the refined presence expected of mid-century Heuer chronographs yet maintains the credibility of a professional timing instrument.

Its shapefly gold Heuer signed case is the size of most of these Heuer chronographs from the era, wearing closer to a midsize.

It has just finished a true expertly done restoration. Its case presents as just short of mint with light signs of previous polishing. Its dial was restored by one of the leading dial experts in North America.

One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value).

It continues to run extremely strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Heuer.

For the finishing touch, we have equipped it with a brand new Teju lizard strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

TAG Heuer:

Internationally acclaimed for their leadership in sports watches, TAG-Heuer is legendary for their dedication to building accurate and high-performance timepieces. Embraced by world-class athletes, race drivers, aviators, and anyone who demands the utmost in performance from their wristwatch, the company's watches rank among the most recognizable luxury watches in the world.

Country of origin: Switzerland
Maker: Heuer
Year made: c. 1940's
Case no.: 38,498
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Chronograph, Subsidiary Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: 14K gold
Case markings (inside): Ed Heuer & Co., 14K, Swiss, case number 38,498
Case condition: presents as just short of mint with light signs of previous polishing.
Dimensions: 32.5mm (excluding the crown) x 38mm
Dial: Silver, black painted Arabic indexes, subsidiary dials for the seconds and 30-minute, outer 1/5th second/minute divisions, signed Aerotel, expertly restored
Movement type: Landeron 13 finished by Heuer, very high quality, manually wound with crown wheel and carrying arm, rhodium plated, Breguet coilover hairspring, shock resistant, index regulator
Movement markings: Ed. Heuer & Co., Switzerland, Seventeen Jewels
Band: Teju lizard, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn
Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It continues to run extremely strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Heuer.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide

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