Heuer Carrera

About this reference

The Heuer Carrera reference 2447S was produced from approximately 1963 until 1970. Collectors prioritize this reference as the definitive execution of Jack Heuer’s original vision for a legible racing chronograph, characterized by its 36mm stainless steel case with sharp, faceted lugs and a silver sunburst dial. It is powered by the manual-wind Valjoux 72 movement, a column-wheel caliber regarded for its durability and precision. The "S" designation signifies the monochromatic silver dial, which features three recessed registers and an inner tension ring with a 1/5th-second scale. Current secondary market prices typically range from $12,000 to $20,000 depending on condition and the presence of original components. A notable production variant is the "first execution" dial, which features thinner hour markers and hands without luminous inserts, often commanding a premium at auction due to its limited production window during the early 1960s.