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Tag Heuer Professional 200m, Night Diver, Luminous Dial, ref. 980.113B, circa 1987

DocumentedDocumented from a dealer's listing; attribution and date as stated by the dealer.
Maker / attribution
TAG Heuer (maker)
Date
c. 1987
Country of origin
Switzerland
Object type
Wristwatch
Stock no.
vws3640
Credit line
Dealer listing, Vintage Watch Specialist (vws3640)
Catalogue title (original)
Tag Heuer Professional 200m - Night Diver - Luminous Dial - Model Ref: 980.113B - c.1987 (English)

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Record summary

Catalogued by Vintage Watch Specialist (dealer), United Kingdom (stock number vws3640), this is a wristwatch by TAG Heuer, made in Switzerland, dated c. 1987. The Atlas places it in the Quartz Revolution period (1969 – 1990) of its Wristwatches collection. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.

Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.

Catalogue description

Dealer description — Vintage Watch Specialist

A Fantastic Tag Heuer Professional 1000 Series 200m Night Diver with a Fully Luminous Dial and Original Bracelet in Superb Condition, c.1987 The TAG Heuer 980.113B watch, a notable member of the 1000 Series, has captivated watch enthusiasts since its introduction in the late 1980s. This iconic dive watch, renowned for its robust design, was built to cater to both professional divers and style-conscious individuals. Originating during a period when TAG Heuer was establishing itself as a leader in sports watches, the 980.113B combined dependability with a striking design. Its stainless steel case and unidirectional rotating bezel underscored its durability, while its water resistance up to 200 meters made it a reliable companion under the sea. As part of the broader 1000 Series, which was instrumental in popularizing affordable dive watches, the 980.113B remains a cherished piece, bridging the gap between Swiss precision and maritime adventure. What's on Offer I love the TAG Heuer 1000 series, they epitomise the golden age of TAG for me and this one in particular with the full luminous dial is a must for any collection worth its salt! This example has been incredibly well preserved and looks fantastic on the wrist - it has certainly aged well. The fully luminous dial is no doubt the jewel in the crown of this watch and here it is blemish-free and in startlingly good shape! The synonymous Mercedes hands, chunky hour markers and date window all offer great design details combined with superb functionality. The unidirectional rotating bezel is also in fantastic condition. There are very few signs of previous wear both on the watch head and the original bracelet - overall a great watch that has been very well taken care of. You will not go far wrong with a fantastic piece like this, it is simply a classic and a must for any collection.

Historical context

Quartz Revolution (1969 – 1990)

Seiko's Astron begins mass quartz timekeeping; traditional industries contract sharply.

Quartz and digital watches transformed the market after 1969. Swiss employment collapsed, Japanese and Hong Kong production soared, and the Swatch (1983) helped the Swiss industry recover; mechanical watches survived as luxury goods.

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Atlas type guide

Dive and water-resistant watches

Keeping water and dust out of a wristwatch was a long-standing challenge. Rolex's screw-down Oyster case (1926) and Omega's Marine (1932) were landmarks; in the early 1950s Blancpain's Fifty Fathoms and Rolex's Submariner defined the professional dive watch with rotating bezels for timing dives, luminous dials and high water resistance. The ISO 6425 standard (1982) later codified what a 'diver's watch' must do.

Dive watches became icons of post-war design and exploration, and their evolution — helium escape valves, ceramic bezels, saturation-diving depth ratings — records the history of underwater work.

What to look for

  • Unidirectional or bidirectional rotating bezel with minute markings.
  • Screw-down crown and case back; depth rating printed on the dial.
  • Luminous hands and markers (radium before c. 1960, tritium c. 1960–1998, then Super-LumiNova).
  • Reference numbers on the case between the lugs or inside the back.

Dating clues

  • Screw-down Oyster cases: from 1926.
  • Professional dive watches: from 1953.
  • Tritium 'T' marks on dials: c. 1960–1998.

General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.

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