1960s Heuer Carrera Dato 45 Reference 3147S
Why This Watch Matters
The 1960s were a period of growth and experimentation for Heuer, and the controversial date window hindered the success of the Dato 45. Nowadays we can't keep these in stock.
The Full Story
The year 1963 brought about two great lines of chronographs – from Rolex, the Cosmograph Daytona, and from Heuer, the Carrera. While both companies were early to experiment with their racing watches in the 1960s, Rolex focused on waterproofness and Heuer focused on practicality and legibility. This 3147S is the second generation Carrera with Date (the first generation put the date window just below 12 o'clock, whereas the second generation placed it at nine o'clock), and its off-center “cyclops” dial has long fascinated collectors. This watch features a slightly thicker case profile than a three- or two-register, non-date Carrera, due to its thicker Landeron movement with date function. This example has a silvered dial with matching subsidiary dial. Overall this is a great looking chronograph.
The Fine Print
Maker: Heuer
Model: Carrera Dato 45
Reference: 3147S
Year: 1960s
Case No: 101585
Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 36mm diameter; 12mm thickness
Crystal: Plexiglass
Lume: Yes, tritium
Caliber: Landeron caliber 189
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Marbled Navy Blue Calfskin Strap
Lug Width: 18mm
Box/Papers: No
What we Love and What You Should Know
Overall this watch is in good condition. It has some light scratches throughout the case; the dial is in good condition with some light spotting. The date window and handset show some signs of aging.
Why This Watch Matters
The 1960s were a period of growth and experimentation for Heuer, and the controversial date window hindered the success of the Dato 45. Nowadays we can't keep these in stock.
The Full Story
The year 1963 brought about two great lines of chronographs – from Rolex, the Cosmograph Daytona, and from Heuer, the Carrera. While both companies were early to experiment with their racing watches in the 1960s, Rolex focused on waterproofness and Heuer focused on practicality and legibility. This 3147S is the second generation Carrera with Date (the first generation put the date window just below 12 o'clock, whereas the second generation placed it at nine o'clock), and its off-center “cyclops” dial has long fascinated collectors. This watch features a slightly thicker case profile than a three- or two-register, non-date Carrera, due to its thicker Landeron movement with date function. This example has a silvered dial with matching subsidiary dial. Overall this is a great looking chronograph.
The Fine Print
Maker: Heuer
Model: Carrera Dato 45
Reference: 3147S
Year: 1960s
Case No: 101585
Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 36mm diameter; 12mm thickness
Crystal: Plexiglass
Lume: Yes, tritium
Caliber: Landeron caliber 189
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Marbled Navy Blue Calfskin Strap
Lug Width: 18mm
Box/Papers: No
What we Love and What You Should Know
Overall this watch is in good condition. It has some light scratches throughout the case; the dial is in good condition with some light spotting. The date window and handset show some signs of aging.
Description
Why This Watch Matters
The 1960s were a period of growth and experimentation for Heuer, and the controversial date window hindered the success of the Dato 45. Nowadays we can't keep these in stock.
The Full Story
The year 1963 brought about two great lines of chronographs – from Rolex, the Cosmograph Daytona, and from Heuer, the Carrera. While both companies were early to experiment with their racing watches in the 1960s, Rolex focused on waterproofness and Heuer focused on practicality and legibility. This 3147S is the second generation Carrera with Date (the first generation put the date window just below 12 o'clock, whereas the second generation placed it at nine o'clock), and its off-center “cyclops” dial has long fascinated collectors. This watch features a slightly thicker case profile than a three- or two-register, non-date Carrera, due to its thicker Landeron movement with date function. This example has a silvered dial with matching subsidiary dial. Overall this is a great looking chronograph.
The Fine Print
Maker: Heuer
Model: Carrera Dato 45
Reference: 3147S
Year: 1960s
Case No: 101585
Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 36mm diameter; 12mm thickness
Crystal: Plexiglass
Lume: Yes, tritium
Caliber: Landeron caliber 189
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Marbled Navy Blue Calfskin Strap
Lug Width: 18mm
Box/Papers: No
What we Love and What You Should Know
Overall this watch is in good condition. It has some light scratches throughout the case; the dial is in good condition with some light spotting. The date window and handset show some signs of aging.
