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Re: Heuer Chronograph 1940's Ref. 406

I love this watch. I recently bought one with the same case but Val.22 movement.
It also has a redone dial which I will have re printed again with a better result.
Here is mine in 14K gold, it was made for Abercrombie & Fitch.

: Hello All - I am new to the forum, but a vintage Heuer fan. Wanted
: to show-off my restored 1940's Heuer Chronograph Ref. 406.
: Bought this as a project, dial had been very poorly re-done with
: incorrect hands but the "bones" were all good. This
: watch deserved to be saved. Sent off to Rick Awiza from RA
: Time
. I think the result is great. Unfortunately, we had no
: choice but to re-do the original dial, which now looks as it
: should. Rick did a great job with the hands, and after a
: complete dissemble and cleaning of the Valjoux 23 movement, a
: light polish of the case & crystal I am thrilled with the
: result. Added a distressed WWII leather band with contrast
: stitching and an original Heuer 16mm buckle to finish off.

: More pics can be seen at:

:
: http://s1064.photobucket.com/user/bristnj/media/Heuer%20Chrono%20Ref%20406/HeuerRef2406-Face5_zps6980628e.jpg.html

: Have been asked for Rick's contact info so here it is: Rick Awiza -
: RA Time, ratime@verizon.net , www.ratime.com

: Thanks and enjoy!

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