And we're back! Yes, after dropping 12 vintage watches last Wednesday (of which 10 have already sold) we've decided to keep the hits coming with 11 new additions to the H Shop. This time we've found a few blue-chips, as always, like the most amazing Red Submariner you will ever see (complete with every accessory you can ever ask for), the insanely rare and highly sought after solid-gold Heuer Carrera from 1960s (find another, we dare you), and more. Have a glance below for some details and check them all out right here in the HODINKEE Shop.
1970s Red Submariner With Full Boxes, Papers, Hang Tags, And More
For years, the Red Submariner has been atop the kingdom of non-gilt-dial Submariners, and it has always been a fan-favorite among vintage watch lovers for its single line of red text and immensely useful date window. The Red 1680 remains an all-time classic that readers have actually written in to request, and us being us, we've gone ahead and found one of the most original and beautiful examples of a pure Red Sub you could ask for.
This particular Red Submariner is not only totally original with beautiful, matching creamy patina, but it is also as complete as anyone could ask for with original boxes, papers, bracelet, hang tags, and anchor. The case retains its original finish and deep bevels are still visible on edges, indicating this watch may be one of the best preserved and most complete examples of the 1680 anywhere. There are cheaper Red Subs out there, but I can't imagine there are any better Red Subs out there. Find it here.
1970s Hamilton Fontainebleau With Chrono-Matic Movement And Oversized Case
Something that we're really taking seriously here at the H Shop is listening to what consumers want. After the very first week of watch sales, one comment we got from more than a few was that though much of our readership likes a vintage watch at a refined size, some actually prefer the 1970s style of oversized, funky chronographs. As such, we decided to source this super early self-winding chronograph from Hamilton called the Fontainebleau. What makes this one special, besides its large tonneau case shape, is the fact that is uses the Chrono-Matic caliber, otherwise known as Caliber 11 by Heuer, or Project 99 – the very first self-winding chronograph caliber ever. Find it here.
1960s Heuer Carrera In 18K Yellow Gold
Okay, this is one most of you probably don't even know about, but that's exactly what we're here for. The Heuer Carrera reference 2456S is one of those holy grail 1960s chronographs – it is a manually wound, three-register Carrera featuring the Valjoux 72, just like you'd find in steel. But this watch comes from a very small batch made by Heuer in sold 18K yellow gold. If you think the self-winding 1158's are rare, try to find a 2456S. And then try to find one complete and sharp like this. The 2456S is absolutely a grail Heuer for any serious Carrera collector, and we are proud to offer it in the HODINKEE Shop, with every guarantee that goes with it. Find it here.
And Much More!
But wait, there's more! Also added to the shop are is a killer grey linen-dial Datejust, a lovely solid gold Eberhard time-only, a beautifully aged 16750 GMT, a 321-powered Omega chronograph just like the one Roger Smith himself wears, and much more. Check out all of our available watches here.
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