Returning to Tag?

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Simonjt

·Mar 21, 2021

Hi,
I used to have a Tag heuer Formula 1, (the same as this photo I found), which I bought from Selfridges in London around the mid/late 90's for £250, and sold it in the mid 2000's or 2010's I think .
I've had Apple watches for the past several years due to being married to one of their employees, but regret ever selling my Tag and would love to go back to a proper watch, especially after seeing someone wearing one a few months ago; it brought back so many memories!
Can you recommend a genuine retailer that still sells the above model, or as close as possible, new or secondhand? I understand they're a bit more than £250 nowadays!
Thanks and regards,
Simon.
Portsmouth.

 

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imagwai

·Mar 21, 2021

I can't see any photo of the watch. If buying a brand new TAG, then I would have a look on the website at the various models, then simply contact an authorized dealer and see what kind of discount they'd be prepared to give you. The used market can be a bit of a minefield if you don't know how to spot fakes, but if you're looking at 1990s watches, then it should be a bit easier. You might be able to find the model you sold in a reasonable condition?

 

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Simonjt

·Mar 21, 2021

imagwai

I can't see any photo of the watch. If buying a brand new TAG, then I would have a look on the website at the various models, then simply contact an authorized dealer and see what kind of discount they'd be prepared to give you. The used market can be a bit of a minefield if you don't know how to spot fakes, but if you're looking at 1990s watches, then it should be a bit easier. You might be able to find the model you sold in a reasonable condition?

 

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Simonjt

·Mar 21, 2021

Sorry, I forgot to attach it! I'll have a look at official dealers later. There's one I like on eBay for £200, but I haven't got a clue whether it's genuine or not.

 

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Aquagraph

·Mar 21, 2021

If you are looking for a classic F1 you shouldn't have to worry about fakes as they are affordable enough not to attract the fakers. By all means post the pic though... we will certainly put your mind at rest.

 

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imagwai

·Mar 21, 2021

Having seen the pic, it should be fairly easy to distinguish a fake from a genuine. But have a look at TAG's newer models as well. Whilst those 90s F1s are great, watchmaking has improved over the past few years as you would expect.

 

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Simonjt

·Mar 21, 2021

Thanks. What is/are the model number/s of the watch in the picture I attached, are all the F1's with metal straps the same model? What am I looking for to detect a fake? Just thinking, I did have a formula one before this one with a plastic/rubber strap, although I might have just bought the metal bracelet later and attached it. Price is the main issue at the moment, although I have since the same F1 with a metal strap for £385 from a dealer with warranty and proof of authenticity etc, the pictures look like it's in good condition, is this still a good price?

 

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Calibre11

·Mar 21, 2021

Agree on the fakes- I haven't seen any good fakes of the original F1 series, although there will be some watches cobbled together from parts. I'm not sure that would worry me with the original F1, as its a watch to be worn and enjoyed rather than stuck in a safe.

 

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Simonjt

·Mar 21, 2021

est1897 is the site the F1 one for £395 is on:-
https://est1897.co.uk/collections/t...onal-wa1211-35mm-stainless-steel-unisex-watch

 

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imagwai

·Mar 21, 2021

Price seems a little on the high side perhaps, but condition is king.

Here's one (black model) for £245 with box
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tag-Heuer-Formula-1/174695791226?hash=item28acae3a7a:g:1E0AAOSwlkBgRN9e

 

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Aquagraph

·Mar 22, 2021

Is 170mm large enough for your wrist? That's something to consider when buying pre-owned, you don't always get a full size bracelet. The plastic ones are made to be cut down too. The thing with these old F1s is that sometimes women wear them because 35mm is small for a guy now and acceptable for women (especially the brighter colours), so watch the bracelets and straps. Replacement straps are cheap enough though (£32 from TAG).