TAG Heuer 2000 Professional Quartz Diver

The TAG Heuer 2000 Professional became one of the brand's defining sports watches throughout the 1990s, combining robust dive-watch engineering with clean, versatile styling. Built to perform as a genuine professional dive watch while remaining comfortable enough for everyday wear, the collection continues to be appreciated for its durability, reliability and unmistakable period design.

This reference 972.013 features a crisp silver dial with applied luminous hour markers, matching hands and a framed date aperture at 3 o'clock, creating a highly legible and well-balanced display. The unidirectional dive bezel and original stainless steel bracelet reinforce the purposeful character of the watch, while the case retains honest signs of age that reflect careful ownership without evidence of excessive refinishing.

Powering the watch is a dependable Swiss quartz movement, delivering the precision and low-maintenance performance that made the 2000 Professional such a practical choice when new and continues to make it an enjoyable vintage sports watch today.

What makes this particular example especially appealing is its completeness. Supplied as a full set, it includes the original TAG Heuer presentation case, outer box and the original Daimaru department store leaflet from Japan. Surviving examples accompanied by their original retailer documentation are becoming increasingly difficult to find, adding an extra layer of provenance to an already desirable reference.

At Vintage Watch HQ, we selected this watch for its honest condition, complete original accessories and well-preserved presentation. It is an excellent example of the TAG Heuer 2000 Professional and a wonderful opportunity to acquire one of the brand's most enduring sports watches with exceptional accompanying provenance.

Specifications

Brand: TAG Heuer
Model: 2000 Professional
Reference: 972.013
Year: Circa 1990s
Movement: Swiss Quartz
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Size: 36mm
Dial: Original silver dial with luminous hour markers
Crystal: Sapphire
Bracelet: Original TAG Heuer stainless steel bracelet
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
Water Resistance: Originally rated to 200 metres (not guaranteed due to age)
Servicing: Running well at the point of inspection
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with honest signs of wear consistent with its age
Box/Papers: Full set including original TAG Heuer presentation case, outer box and original Daimaru department store leaflet from Japan

The watch presents in excellent vintage condition with honest signs of age consistent with careful ownership. The case retains its original character, while the silver dial remains clean and highly legible. The inclusion of the original presentation box, case and Japanese Daimaru retailer documentation significantly enhances the provenance of this example, making it particularly appealing to collectors. As with all vintage watches, the photographs form an important part of the description and should be reviewed carefully.