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Old 20 May 2015, 12:45 PM   #1
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Icon1 How a cigarette saved Heuer.

probably one of my top 5 watch brands due to their racing history and association.

http://blackflag.jalopnik.com/how-ci...e-i-1705552252

courtesy kinja.
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Old 20 May 2015, 10:42 PM   #2
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Interesting story, thanks for sharing. I wish you could still get an autavia for $88!
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Old 20 May 2015, 11:08 PM   #3
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Great article and story! I love vintage Heuers!!
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Old 21 May 2015, 12:49 AM   #4
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nice one Joe!
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Old 21 May 2015, 04:47 AM   #5
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nice one Joe!
Thank you CJ!
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Old 21 May 2015, 05:02 AM   #6
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Great article, thanks for sharing.
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Old 21 May 2015, 05:19 AM   #7
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Nice article, thanks for sharing Chewy
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