Heuer
1990s TAG Heuer 2000 Searacer Regatta Chronograph (Ref. CK111R) W/ Service Case & Service Card
When Heuer first introduced the Regatta timer in 1965, it was actually a watch made by Aquastar named the Regate that was cobranded by both brands. Through this watch, Heuer went on to sponsor the 'Intrepid', a 12-meter-class racing yacht that won the America's Cup in both 1967 and 1968. However, this wasn't the only venture into sport yachting watches for Heuer as the brand introduced variants of both halo chronographs, the Autavia and the Carrera, with sub-dials featuring regatta-specific countdown timers. Both models were named the 'Skipper' respectively.
Later, in 1983, Heuer went on to create its own true Regatta timer known as the reference 134.500, utilizing a Lemania cal. 1345 movement, with an extremely purpose-built design.
This 1990s Tag Heuer ref. CK111R is a descendant of that watch. Its red, white, and green motif and highly legible dial are dead giveaways for its heritage, but this one also features a highly reliable quartz movement for consistent time-keeping no matter how long you go between wears.
Stock # | THURSRCH | |
Brand | Heuer | |
Style | 2000 Searacer Regatta Chronograph | |
Model | CK111R | |
Serial | KR4XXX | |
Size | Men's | |
Material | Stainless Steel | |
Dial | White / Red / Green | |
Millimeters | 38 | |
Bracelet | Heuer Stainless Steel Bracelet |
CASE & BRACELET
The robust, thick, but extremely wearable stainless steel case features a very geometric overall design with numerous angles and chamfers, all of which remain intact with this example despite showing signs of gentle polishing in the past. The unidirectional ratcheting stainless steel bezel is faceted on the edges, adding to the robust overall feeling of the watch. The case retains its original Heuer-signed screw-down crown and pump pushers. The case back retains all of the factory markings in very crisp and deep condition. The watch comes supplied on its original Heuer stainless steel bracelet, which retains 17 links that show minor stretch and will fit up to a 7-inch wrist.
DIAL & HANDS
The crisp white dial is flawless, showing no age or damage whatsoever, accented by the green and red countdown track. The tritium lume plots have aged to a beautiful medium creamy patina and exhibit no degradation under UV light inspection. The hour and minute hands are OEM luminova service units.
ACCESSORIES
The watch comes with a Tag Heuer service case and service card. The watch is keeping time perfectly, backed by our 1-year warranty on accurate timekeeping.