TAG Heuer Formula 1 Quartz Blue Dial Ref. WAZ1118.BA0875
Racing-inspired Sports Watch / Tool Watch · TAG Heuer (LVMH Group); Entry-level luxury tier known for professional sports timing and motorsports heritage.
Period: Modern Luxury (2010s-Present); characteristically defined by the 'racing' DNA of the Formula 1 collection with a bulky, contemporary aesthetic.
Type
Racing-inspired Sports Watch / Tool Watch
Brand
TAG Heuer (LVMH Group); Entry-level luxury tier known for professional sports timing and motorsports heritage.
Movement
Swiss Quartz (Ronda 6003.D or similar); roughly 3-5 year battery life, high precision, magnetic resistance.
Dimensions
Case Diameter: 41mm; Thickness: 11.5mm; Lug-to-Lug: 45mm; Lug Width: 20mm.
Description
The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Blue Dial is a robust, everyday sports watch that pays homage to the brand's deep-rooted connection to Formula 1 racing. It features a brilliant sunburst dial that changes from navy to electric blue under light, accented by a race-ready orange seconds hand. It serves as a quintessential 'all-rounder'—tough enough for the paddock yet refined enough for casual wear.
Key Features
Oversized 12 and 6 numerals, Easy-Grip screw-down crown, sunray blue dial with orange accents, and the characteristic checkered flag motif on the caseback.
Dial Description
Sunray-brushed blue dial; applied rhodium-plated Arabic numerals at 12 and 6, applied baton indices, orange seconds hand for contrast, date window at 3 o'clock, printed minute track on flange.
Case Material
Brushed 316L Stainless Steel with a polished crown and case-back.
Crystal Type
Flat Scratch-Resistant Sapphire Crystal (no AR coating visible on this model).
Bezel Details
Unidirectional rotating sports bezel; blue aluminum insert with silver 60-minute scale and shield at 12 o'clock.
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down crown with 'Easy Grip' texture and TAG Heuer shield logo; protected by integrated case-side crown guards.
Bracelet or Strap
Three-row 'Oyster' style brushed stainless steel bracelet (Ref. BA0875) with folding clasp and double safety push-buttons.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down stainless steel case back with circular brushed finish and the iconic checkered flag engraving.
Movement Type
Swiss Quartz (Ronda 6003.D or similar); roughly 3-5 year battery life, high precision, magnetic resistance.
Water Resistance
200 Meters (20 ATM); suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and recreational diving. Ensure the screw-down crown is fully tightened before water exposure.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made; manufactured in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland using a Swiss-made quartz movement.
Age Estimate
Circa 2016-Present; modern production based on the sunray dial finish and updated logo/typography.
Cultural Significance
Representing the intersection of high-speed racing and consumer luxury, the F1 collection democratized Swiss watchmaking for a younger generation in the 1980s and 1990s.
Condition Notes
Based on the image, the watch is in 'Good' to 'Very Good' condition. There are visible hairline scratches on the steel bezel rim and the lugs, consistent with frequent daily wear. The sapphire crystal appears scratch-free.
Value Estimate
MSRP: ~ $1,600 USD; Secondary Market: $800 - $1,100 USD depending on box and papers.
Care & Maintenance
Battery replacement every 3 years; water resistance gaskets should be pressure tested every 2 years; rinse with fresh water after exposure to salt or chlorine; clean bracelet with a soft brush and soapy water.
Similar Watches
Tissot Seastar 1000 (More diving focused), Longines HydroConquest Quartz (Higher water resistance), Seiko Prospex 'Save the Ocean' (Different movement type).
Interesting Facts
The Formula 1 collection was the first series released after Heuer was acquired by TAG in 1985. It saved the brand during the quartz crisis and remains their most accessible entry into Swiss luxury.