TAG Heuer - Professional 200 - No reserve price - 962.213-2 - Men - 1990-1999

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

This classic 1990s TAG Heuer diver features a highly attractive matte grey dial, complemented by the warm, even tritium patina across its applied markers and Mercedes hands. Housed in a resilient steel case with a unidirectional bezel, it offers a superb balance of reliable quartz precision and distinct vintage character.

Brand: TAG Heuer
Model: Professional 200
Reference Number: 962.213-2
Movement: Quartz, caliber 1.91
Dial: Matte grey with luminous indices
Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless steel
Production Year: 1990s
Condition: Good vintage condition.

Dial and Hands
The matte grey and silver-toned dial is wonderfully clean and well-preserved. It features applied luminous indices that have developed an even, attractive patina over the years, indicated by the traditional "T SWISS MADE T" signature at the bottom. The crisp printed text, including the brand name and professional designation, shows no visible loss. Time is displayed via black Mercedes-style hands, which are in excellent condition with no visible corrosion. The luminous fill on the hands perfectly matches the warm patina of the dial indices, creating a highly cohesive and visually pleasing layout.

Case and Crystal
The 35mm stainless steel case features a brushed finish and retains generally well-defined geometry and edges. It displays honest wear consistent with age and use, including moderate surface scratches and wear that are particularly noticeable on the caseback and lugs. A steel unidirectional rotating bezel frames the dial, complete with a luminous pip at the 12 o'clock position and engraved numerals with their black fill intact. The bezel shows light surface scratches and minor wear along its outer edge. Protected by prominent crown guards, the knurled crown is signed with the TAG Heuer shield logo and exhibits light wear. The flat sapphire crystal remains clear, presenting no visible scratches, chips, or crazing.

Movement
Inside the case sits the TAG Heuer caliber 1.91, a seven-jewel Swiss quartz movement. The caliber is clean, showing no visible signs of corrosion or moisture damage, and has a battery installed. The movement plates are clearly engraved with the TAG Heuer branding and jewel count.

Strap
The watch is fitted with an attractive strap in excellent condition. Crafted from black leather with a crocodile pattern, it features white contrast stitching that complements the dial elements nicely.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The watch exhibits honest, moderate surface scratches and wear on the brushed steel case, particularly on the lugs and caseback, as well as light wear on the bezel edge. Conversely, the dial, hands, and sapphire crystal have been remarkably well-preserved, remaining clear of significant flaws. The quartz movement is clean and free of visible moisture damage.

Dimensions
The case size is 35mm, excluding the crown.

Remarks
This classic 90s TAG Heuer diver offers an excellent entry into the brand's vintage sports catalog. The combination of its highly legible matte dial, beautifully aged tritium lume, and robust steel construction makes it a highly appealing and wearable daily timepiece.

History
The TAG Heuer 2000 Series Professional served as the brand's mainstream diver watch during the 1980s and 1990s, laying the design foundation before the introduction of the modern Aquaracer line. Reference 962.213 is a recognized standard production model from a popular era of TAG Heuer sports watches. Notably, the six-digit reference numbering system used for this specific model was discontinued around 1992, placing this piece firmly within the earlier years of the decade.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
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The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
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SKU: TAG-PRX-0003