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Why buy a vintage F1? Because they are the perfect "beater" luxury watch. A mint condition early F1 from 1988 (often called the "Black Knight" or "Elvis") can be had for $600-$1,200. They are indestructible, lightweight, and capture the synthwave aesthetic better than any modern re-issue.

Credited with saving the brand during the quartz crisis, these are "workhorse" divers with 200m water resistance . Performance and Quality Review Vintage TAG Heuer Carrera Re-edition Series vintage tag heuer

If you're looking to start a collection, these four pillars of the brand’s history are essential: Why buy a vintage F1