Our Take
Formula 1 racing and Tag Heuer have always had close ties, so it was inevitable that they would come out with their own Formula one series watch and here it is! It’s a midsize watch, not as big as today’s watches but still a good size for a man or lady. The timekeeping is perfect as you would expect from Tag Heuer, its powered by a quartz ETA movement. Encased in stainless steel and enticing us with its rotating black plastic bezel, with the well known ‘Click’ as it turns. Case measures 34mm in diameter and 40mm from lug to lug. The dial is beige/red and is clean, the logo in the centre, there are the usual luminous markers, quick set date at 3 o’ clock and Mercedes’ hands, all kept under the mineral crystal which has been replaced now. The crown features the logo, case back also has the logo and screws in. The model number is WA1211, only light surface wear evident. It features the original strap in stainless steel with double lock clasp, s/n 494/3 and measures approximately 6.7” or 17cm. The watch would benefit from a good polish as there is a bit of grime here and there. The watch comes without the original box and papers, but a gift box is provided. It has not been pressure sealed, so please don’t use it near water.
