Model Reference
PRE-OWNED TAG HEUER GRAND CARRERA WAV511A.BA0900
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TAG Heuer Grand Carrera WAV511A.BA0900 watch is one of the models in the initial series of Grand Carrera watches introduced by TAG Heuer in the late 2000s. TAG Heuer Grand Carrera WAV511A.BA0900 watch was manufactured in the ensuing years and falls in the category of the period from 2008 to 2015. This could be an exception for some particular watch. This was more than just another iteration of the standard Carrera. The Grand Carrera got its own dial design and the introduction of the RS or Rotating System was among the features that gave the collection its identity.
Defining Features
If you pay attention to the bottom section of the dial, then you will be able to see what makes the Grand Carrera unique. It may appear at first glance that there is a simple small seconds indicator at the 6 o'clock position, but in fact there is a rotating disc under the dial face. The rotating disc indicates the seconds that are running and it is housed inside a specially shaped cutout that has Côtes de Genève decoration and polished facts. This was an unusual way to show such a simple function as seconds and become one of the trademark features of Grand Carrera RS watches from the TAG Heuer.
The black dial is complemented by applied baton hour markers and luminous elements in the hands, whereas the steel case comes in 40.2mm diameter. The dimension is worthy of a mention in that the Grand Carrera does not need a large case in order to provide lots of visual elements. The TAG Heuer brand decided to incorporate a sapphire crystal glass window both above the dial as well as behind the calibre. There is a screw done winding crown, and also water resistance of 100 meters is achieved by this watch. The model BA0900 is delivered with a stainless steel bracelet which has three rows.
About Tag Heuer Grand Carrera WAV511A.BA0900
The Calibre 6 RS has more to tell about the watch compared to its black dial and steel case. Instead of using a regular seconds hand, TAG Heuer could come up with the innovative idea of creating another method of showcasing mechanical data. The RS stands for Rotating System and in this watch, the system is employed for the seconds indication. In other Grand Carrera watches, the Rotating System was utilized for other purposes such as chronograph indications and second time zone indicator.
Underneath the WAV511A.BA0900's dial, there is the self winding Calibre 6 RS that operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour and has been certified as a chronometer by COSC. The focus is not on complications on the dial but on the mechanical capabilities of the watch. Period specification usually states the power reserve to be around 42 hours.
This makes the WAV511A.BA0900 a relatively simple watch in terms of what it actually does. It shows the hours, minutes, seconds and date. The unusual part is how TAG Heuer chose to show the seconds. That distinction matters because it explains why the Grand Carrera looks different without needing the extra counters of a chronograph. It also separates this reference from the WAV5113 Grande Date GMT, where TAG Heuer used the Rotating System for a second time zone instead.
At a Glance
- 40mm Case
- Steel Case
- Steel Strap
- 100M Water Resistant
- Automatic Movement
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Why Buy a Pre-Owned TAG Heuer Grand Carrera WAV511A.BA0900?
The pre-owned TAG Heuer Grand Carrera WAV511A.BA0900 is a great choice for anyone looking for a distinctive luxury sports watch with strong motorsport-inspired styling. Its 40mm stainless steel case, black dial and stainless steel bracelet give it a smart yet sporty appearance, while the automatic Calibre 6 RS movement features the Grand Carrera collection’s distinctive rotating system display. With sapphire crystal, a date display and 100 metres of water resistance, it is also well suited to everyday wear. As the Grand Carrera collection is now discontinued, buying pre-owned is an excellent way to find this stylish TAG Heuer reference while enjoying the character and craftsmanship of a model no longer available new.
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A Grand Carrera is now a discontinued part of TAG Heuer's history, and the WAV511A.BA0900 has details that are easy to miss if you only look at the case size and movement name. The rotating seconds display, original steel bracelet and double sapphire construction are all part of what the reference should offer. BQ Watches can help you consider those details when you buy, particularly when looking at a watch that may have been worn and serviced over many years.
The BA0900 bracelet is also relevant when assessing an existing watch. Condition, bracelet wear and the presence of the original box or papers can all be considered as part of a valuation. If you no longer wear your Grand Carrera regularly, BQ Watches can discuss an exchange against another luxury watch or assess the piece if you are looking to sell. The focus is on the individual watch and what is actually with it, rather than assuming every WAV511A.BA0900 has remained in the same condition since it left TAG Heuer.
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