Hello -

I am trying to get a little better understanding of my Autavia 1163. I believe it is an early 4th version (pre-Viceroy promotional watch) as it seems to be manufactured well over a year before the promotion and has the MH bezel. It is 100% original and I purchased from the 1st owner. I do not think its ever been touched/serviced/polished, etc. The serial number is 223408. The model is a 1163 (no "V"). It has GF BOR bracelet with correct HLF end-links and a early month 1971 stamp date. Here is where I get confused, did 3rd version and 4th version production both happen in 1971? Is the serial number consistent with an Autavia produced in 1971? I based off the date on the bracelet, so I could be off a bit on the year of the watch. Looks like the case was an early one manufactured by Piquerez. I do not know if it is a Cal 11i or a Cal 12. (Can not open as I don't have the right tool).

Welcome any feedback and/or info. I will be sending this to Chronodeco for an overhaul, so I'll find out about the movement then. Thanks - Jeff