TAG Heuer - 2000 Series - No reserve price - 665.013F - Men - 1993

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage This quintessential 1990s TAG Heuer perfectly captures the era's robust and distinctive approach to sports watch design. With its utilitarian matte-finished case contrasted by two-tone accents and a reliable automatic movement, this diver embodies the transitional period of TAG Heuer's modern history. It offers a highly wearable 36mm profile that appeals to collectors seeking a classic, functional tool watch with undeniable vintage character. Brand: TAG Heuer Model: Automatic Reference Number: 665.013F Serial Number: E63974 Movement: Automatic Dial: Silver-grey metallic dial, clean surface with applied gold-tone indices and patinated hand lume Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel and gold-plated Production Year: 1993 Condition: Good vintage condition with honest wear and visible patina Dial and Hands The watch features a striking silver-grey metallic dial with a subtle matte texture that catches the light beautifully. It is appointed with applied gold-tone hour markers filled with creamy, aged tritium luminous material. The printed text, including the iconic green and red TAG Heuer logo and "automatic 200 METERS," remains crisp and fully intact. The gold-tone Mercedes-style hands display noticeable age-consistent patina and spotting across the luminous fill, adding authentic vintage character. The dial surface itself remains notably clean and free of significant marks or moisture damage. Case and Crystal The 36mm stainless steel case features a purposeful matte, bead-blasted finish that minimizes reflections and highlights the watch's tool-oriented design. The case lines and lug profiles remain well-defined. The unidirectional gold-plated bezel displays clear signs of honest use, with visible wear, fading, and patina on the gold tone, particularly on the prominent rider tabs. The original gold-tone signed crown operates as it should. The flat sapphire crystal, as noted on the caseback, is well-preserved and provides a clear view of the dial. The screw-down caseback features deep, crisp engravings, including the reference and serial numbers. Movement Powering this timepiece is a Swiss automatic movement. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. The timegrapher results indicate a performance of -30 to -39 seconds per day. Strap The watch is fitted with its original two-tone stainless steel and gold-plated jubilee-style bracelet, complete with a signed folding clasp and safety fliplock. The endlinks are clearly stamped 305/31. The bracelet exhibits significant, honest wear consistent with its age; the gold-plated center links show substantial fading and oxidation, revealing the steel beneath in several areas. The bracelet accommodates a wrist size of up to 17.5cm. Condition This TAG Heuer is presented in good vintage condition. It displays honest signs of wear throughout, most notably the fading and patina on the gold-plated bezel and bracelet center links. The case retains its original matte finish, and the dial is remarkably well-preserved, balanced by the attractive aging of the hands. Dimensions Case width: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Wrist capacity: 17.5 cm Remarks A classic representation of 90s sports watch aesthetics, this automatic TAG Heuer offers a compelling mix of durability and retro charm. The combination of the automatic movement, sapphire crystal, and distinctive two-tone styling makes it a versatile and historically interesting piece for any enthusiast of neo-vintage divers. History During the late 1980s and 1990s, following the acquisition of Heuer by the Techniques d'Avant Garde (TAG) group, the brand focused heavily on solidifying its reputation for robust, professional-grade sports watches. The "Six Features" design philosophy—which included water resistance to 200 meters, a screw-down crown, a unidirectional bezel, sapphire crystal, luminous hands and markers, and a double safety clasp—became the cornerstone of their catalog. This specific automatic model exemplifies that era, offering all the required technical specifications wrapped in a design language that has since become synonymous with 90s luxury sports watches. / Second Vintage SKU: TAG-THA-0004