Ahead of Its Time: The 1978 Heuer Chronosplit Manhattan GMT
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February 22, 2026

Ahead of Its Time: The 1978 Heuer Chronosplit Manhattan GMT

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Long before smartwatches, this was the absolute pinnacle of 1978 technology. Heuer (pre-TAG) revolutionized horology with the Chronosplit Manhattan GMT, brilliantly combining a traditional analog face with a digital LCD stopwatch. Extracted directly from the January 1978 issue of CAR magazine, this single-sheet vintage print embodies the raw charm of the pre-2000 analog era. The natural yellowing and degradation of the paper are not flaws; they are badges of authenticity that amplify its rarity. This is an essential, tangible piece of history for serious vintage watch collectors.

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The Record Institute