Heuer Autavia 2446M… is it a Jochen Rindt or not?

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Homes

·Jul 14, 2018

Hi, I've been directed here from the Omega Forums page with a question regarding the movement in my Autavia 2446M. Basically, is it accurate to describe it as a Jochen Rindt model when it has the movement shown (as opposed to the predominantly silver one)? Is it even the correct movement for a 2446M?

 

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gianvittorio

·Apr 8, 2020

Enicar movement,you can spot the letters A-R under the balance wheel..AR=Aristo Racine ENICAR.

 

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gianvittorio

·Apr 8, 2020

And inscriptions on central bridge fakes.

 

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SteveP

·Apr 9, 2020

I have never seen a Heuer movement like that I'm afraid. The bridge looks reprinted and the part colours are incorrect for a Heuer V72, so I suspect this was from another brand and a 'new' bridge made for it.

I think I'm right in saying the sweep hand isn't correct for this model either, it should have a thinner tail.

Sorry. I could be wrong of course so happy for others to chime in.......
Steve

 

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SteveP

·Apr 9, 2020

ps I realise I didn't actually answer your initial question! As far as I know, the consensus is that the 'Rindt' 2446 did have the minutes bezel such as yours, hence 2446M should be correct. Either way, the points above still apply though. Thanks, Steve

 

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abrod520

·Apr 9, 2020

Original post was from July 2018, so I'd say he's either bought it or turned it down by now 😲

 

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SteveP

·Apr 9, 2020