This rare Heuer Monte-Carlo Timer with “Broad Arrow” features was originally developed to be a dashboard-mounted timer for rallying and other such sporting pursuits. After the Second World War, Heuer added a third to its existing duo of "Autavia" and "Hervue" dashboard timers. The Monte-Carlo is a 60-minute stopwatch, originally called the “Auto-Rallye”. Both minute hand and second hands are centrally mounted, unusual for an era that favoured subsidiary seconds.
Early examples like this one featured three buttons – separate start, stop and reset pushers – and can still be mounted to be used in the dashboard of a car. In fact, Roger W. Smith, the English watchmaker and former apprentice of Dr George Daniels, has an example fitted to his 1967 Mini Cooper. Equally, this thoughtfully designed Monte-Carlo Timer could be an attractive and tactile addition to any work desk.
If sold within the United Kingdom, this vintage Hermès Compendium will be subject to 20% VAT.
| Brand: | Heuer |
| Model: | Monte-Carlo Dashboard Timer |
| Functions: | stopwatch with elapsed seconds, progressive 60-minute counter, 12-hour digital register |
| Features: | original box, unrestored dial and hands, "Broad-Arrow", engraved markings "Ed. Heuer & Co. - SWISS" |
| Case: | 55mm stainless steel case with 57mm square mounting |
| Period: | circa 1965 |
| Origin: | Switzerland |
Condition
This Heuer Monte Carlo Broad-Arrow Timer remains in good working condition. The original box remains in a slightly fragile state but clearly has been treasured over the years.The black dial remains in a remarkable condition, together with the original lumes which developed a warm orange patina over the years. The case shows little signs of wear and remains sharp and unpoloished.
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