TAG Heuer - Professional - χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας - 935.413 - Άνδρες - 1990-1999

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

This TAG Heuer Professional is a quintessential example of the brand’s defining era in the 1990s, capturing the rugged yet refined aesthetic that made their dive watches a staple of the decade. Combining robust stainless steel with gold-plated accents, this reference 935.413 offers a highly recognizable silhouette characterized by its distinctive scalloped bezel and pragmatic dial layout. It stands as a testament to the period when TAG Heuer solidified its reputation for producing dependable, accessible luxury sports watches designed for both active use and daily wear.

Brand: TAG Heuer
Model: Professional
Reference Number: 935.413
Movement: Quartz Caliber 3.91
Dial: Matte champagne with applied luminous indices, exceptionally clean and well-preserved
Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless steel and gold-plated
Production Year: 1990s
Condition: Good vintage condition with honest wear to the bezel and bracelet plating

Dial and Hands
The watch features a striking matte champagne dial with a subtle granular texture that beautifully catches the light. The dial is in exceptionally clean condition, showing no visible spots, stains, moisture marks, or surface degradation. It is appointed with applied circular and baton hour markers featuring crisp white luminous centers. The iconic green and red TAG Heuer shield is prominently applied below twelve o'clock, while the "professional 200 METERS" text is sharply printed in black sans-serif typography above six o'clock. The base of the dial correctly reads "T SWISS MADE T". A framed date window sits cleanly at three o'clock with a white date wheel and black numerals. The gold-toned Mercedes hour hand, pencil minute hand, and lollipop seconds hand are remarkably well-preserved, housing bright white luminous material that perfectly matches the dial indices.

Case and Crystal
The 36 mm stainless steel case features a utilitarian matte, sandblasted finish typical of the era, with integrated crown guards protecting the signed gold-plated screw-down crown. The unidirectional gold-plated bezel is a standout feature, utilizing a distinct scalloped edge with engraved, black-filled numerals and markers, alongside a luminous pip at the twelve o'clock triangle. The case and bezel display clear, honest signs of vintage wear. The gold plating on the bezel exhibits significant rubbing, fading, and surface scratches, revealing the base metal beneath in several areas, which is entirely consistent with regular historical use. The case flanks show normal handling marks and scuffs but retain their original geometric profile. The flat crystal is clean and free of major distracting scratches. The stainless steel screw-down caseback is well-preserved, featuring deep, legible factory engravings including the TAG Heuer shield, reference 935.413, and water resistance markings.

Movement
Powering this timepiece is the original TAG Heuer Swiss quartz movement, clearly marked as Caliber 3.91. Visual inspection of the movement reveals a very clean architecture with no signs of moisture intrusion, battery leakage, or corrosion within the compartment. The movement plates are crisply stamped with "SEVEN 7 JEWELS" and "SWISS V8", reflecting the reliable ETA-based foundations utilized by TAG Heuer during this production period.

Strap
The watch is fitted with its original two-tone stainless steel and gold-plated jubilee-style bracelet, complete with a TAG Heuer signed fold-over fliplock clasp. The bracelet accommodates a wrist size of up to 17 cm. Like the bezel, the gold-plated center links show moderate to heavy fading and surface wear, blending into the stainless steel and highlighting the tool-watch nature of the piece. The clasp operates securely and features the brand's signature shield logo deeply stamped on the outer closure.

Condition
This timepiece is presented in good vintage condition. The dial and hands are stunningly preserved, offering a near-mint visual experience under the crystal. Conversely, the exterior case, bezel, and bracelet display clear, honest wear. The fading and scratching of the gold-plated elements provide a rugged, patinated character that speaks to its life as a genuine sports watch. There is no hidden damage, simply the expected cosmetic wear of a well-loved 1990s diver.

Dimensions
The stainless steel case measures 36 mm in diameter, excluding the crown guards and the signed crown. The attached two-tone bracelet is sized to comfortably accommodate a wrist up to 17 cm.

Remarks
This reference 935.413 is a charming survivor from a beloved era of watchmaking. The stark contrast between the beautifully preserved, pristine champagne dial and the heavily worn, patinated exterior case components gives this piece an incredibly authentic and rugged appeal. It is a highly wearable classic that delivers immediate vintage character.

History
During the 1980s and 1990s, TAG Heuer dominated the accessible luxury sports watch market with their expansive lines of reliable, purpose-built dive watches. The Professional series became an absolute cornerstone for the brand, favored by divers, sportsmen, and casual wearers alike for its robust construction and dependable Swiss quartz technology. These two-tone variations perfectly encapsulate the transitional styling of the era, blending the functional requirements of a 200-meter dive watch with the aesthetic preferences of late-century casual luxury.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and very securely packaged, and shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We ship via fast express service, with typical delivery in 1–4 business days (destination dependent).
Note that with vintage watches, minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections may be present and are considered normal for watches of this age.
Please review all photos carefully before bidding. We strive to photograph each watch from multiple angles for the most accurate representation. The photos form an important part of the description.
If there are any concerns of functionality or defects after delivery, make sure to contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all vintage watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends.

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SKU: TAG-PXX-0004