TAG Heuer 3000 Professional 934.213 (1980-1989)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic two-tone diver from TAG Heuer's formative era, this 3000 Professional features the distinctive dodecagonal bezel characteristic of the series. The highly attractive matte grey dial is beautifully preserved, distinguished by a warm, even tritium patina that perfectly matches the gold-tone Mercedes hands. Brand: TAG Heuer Model: 3000 Professional Reference Number: 934.213 Movement: Quartz Caliber 955.414 Dial: Matte grey with applied indices and warm tritium patina Case Size: 36mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel, gold-tone Production Year: 1980s Condition: Good vintage condition. Dial and Hands The dial is highly attractive and well-preserved, featuring a clean matte grey surface that provides a perfect backdrop for the applied indices with their gold-tone surrounds. The luminous material has aged to a warm, even patina, complementing the crisp printing across the dial. The gold-tone Mercedes style hands are in excellent matching condition, with luminous fill that matches the dial patina perfectly and no significant oxidation visible. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features a matte and sandblasted finish, displaying moderate scratches, handling marks, and some dirt accumulation in the crevices, presenting honest wear consistent with age and use. The distinctive dodecagonal bezel exhibits heavy wear and loss to the gold-tone plating, alongside numerous scratches, scuffs, and some loss of black paint in the engraved numerals. The gold-tone crown shows visible wear and is clearly signed with the TAG Heuer shield logo. The flat crystal is clear, with no significant scratches or chips visible. Movement The watch is powered by a clean quartz movement, specifically the 7-jewel caliber 955.414. The movement displays crisp engravings reading TAG HEUER 1.89, 955.414, SEVEN 7 JEWELS, and SWISS V8. A battery is present, and there is no visible corrosion or battery leak damage. Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed two-tone jubilee-style bracelet, accommodating a maximum wrist size of 18.5 cm. The bracelet presents as worn but structurally sound, showing significant wear and plating loss on the gold-tone center links. The clasp exhibits scratches and is properly finished with a signed TAG Heuer clasp. Condition Good vintage condition. The watch displays honest wear consistent with age and use. The stainless steel case shows moderate scratches and handling marks, while the dodecagonal bezel and two-tone bracelet exhibit heavy wear, scuffs, and significant gold-tone plating loss. Conversely, the matte grey dial and matching Mercedes hands are in excellent, highly attractive condition with a beautiful, even tritium patina. The flat crystal remains clear, and the quartz movement is clean with no visible corrosion. Dimensions 36mm (excluding the crown) Remarks The striking contrast between the heavily worn exterior and the excellently preserved matte grey dial gives this 3000 Professional tremendous character. Complete with its original signed bracelet and distinctive dodecagonal bezel, it offers a highly attractive entry into 1980s sports watch design. History Introduced in the 1980s, the TAG Heuer 3000 Series had a relatively short production run of just over five years. The watch features a unique twelve-sided bezel with small projecting balls on each facet to enhance grip. Reference 934.213 is powered by the 7-jewel quartz caliber 955.414. In 1989, TAG Heuer updated the dial design of the series by removing the 3000 text and introducing their color logo, making these earlier iterations distinct markers of the brand's transitional era. 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. We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description. 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. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends. / Second Vintage SKU: TAG-PXX-0013