Tag Heuer 1000, 38mm, Quartz
$1,348.00 USD
TAG Heuer 1000 Professional Ref. 980.020N is one of the brand's most iconic vintage dive watches, representing the model that helped establish TAG Heuer's reputation for producing robust, reliable, and stylish professional sports watches. Featuring a striking black dial, gold-plated unidirectional dive bezel, and elegant two-tone stainless steel and gold-plated bracelet, this beautifully proportioned 38mm timepiece perfectly balances tool-watch capability with refined styling. The combination of black and gold gives the 1000 Professional a timeless aesthetic that remains as appealing today as when it was first introduced, making it an increasingly sought-after reference amongst vintage TAG Heuer collectors. The 980.020N features a 38mm case, Swiss quartz movement, mineral crystal, and 200 metres of water resistance.
Powered by a reliable Swiss quartz movement, the TAG Heuer 1000 Professional delivers exceptional accuracy, dependable performance, and low-maintenance ownership. Designed as a practical professional dive watch, it combines precision timekeeping with the durability expected from one of TAG Heuer's most successful sports watch collections.
Specifications
- Brand: TAG Heuer
- Model: 1000 Professional
- Reference: 980.020N
- Movement: Swiss Quartz
- Case Material: Stainless Steel & Gold-Plated Stainless Steel
- Dial: Black
- Case Size: 38mm
- Crystal: Mineral Crystal
- Bracelet: Two-Tone Stainless Steel & Gold-Plated Bracelet
- Wrist Size: Fits up to 17.5cm
- Water Resistance: 200m
- Production Period: Circa 1980s
- Accessories: None
- Condition: Hardly any traces of usage, very nice item.
- Availability: In-Stock
Key Features
- Movement — Reliable Swiss quartz movement delivering exceptional accuracy, dependable performance, and low-maintenance ownership.
- Design — Classic black dial complemented by gold accents, a gold-plated dive bezel, and a two-tone bracelet, creating one of TAG Heuer's most distinctive vintage sports watch designs.
- Case Size — 38mm stainless steel case with gold-plated accents offering balanced proportions, exceptional comfort, and timeless everyday wearability.
- Crystal — Mineral crystal providing excellent clarity while preserving the authentic character of this classic vintage reference.
- Condition — Having sold several TAG Heuer 1000 models over the past five years, this is among the finest examples I've encountered. The condition is truly impeccable, making it an outstanding example of this increasingly collectible reference.
A superb example of the TAG Heuer 1000 Professional Ref. 980.020N, combining classic dive watch styling, dependable Swiss quartz performance, and exceptional originality. In stock and presented in outstanding condition, this is one of the finest examples of this iconic vintage TAG Heuer to come through Timeless Luxury.
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