Heuer Monaco

About this reference

The Heuer Monaco reference 1133, produced between 1969 and approximately 1974, is a square-cased automatic chronograph housed in a 38mm stainless steel water-resistant case. Collectors prioritize this reference for its Calibre 11 movement, one of the first automatic chronograph calibers ever developed, characterized by its left-sided winding crown. The "1133B" variant features a blue metallic dial with horizontal hour markers and white sub-dials, while the "1133G" features a grey dial. Its historical significance is tied to its use by Steve McQueen during the filming of Le Mans. Current secondary market prices typically range from $15,000 to $35,000 depending on condition and dial execution. Early "Transitional" models or those with "Chronomatic" branding on the dial are rarer and command higher premiums at auction, with exceptional examples occasionally exceeding $50,000 in specialized sales.