general consensus on Tag Aquaracer
Discussion
Here's my conundrum :
I have a beautiful Chopard Mille Miglia GTXL, which although a lovely watch, is a little big and 'showy' to wear everyday (not to mention it's reasonably valuable, so I'd like to keep it in good condition and hold some value)
Therefore, I'm in a position where I need an everyday watch that's not too showy and reasonably hard wearing
The options I have are 1) Source a smaller 38mm Mille Miglia 2nd hand (which is not going to prove easy) or maybe an IWC aquatimer for around £2k or 2) PH's very own Dominic can get me a new Tag Aquaracer Chrono in blue like the image below for a very attractive price where I can pocket the change and spend it on other shiny things or new tyres for my car ;
Now I've always had a liking to Tag Watches, but what my concern is - are they a bit chavvy nowadays as there's so many fakes around and even the real ones are quite common ?
I've not had Tag before, so I don't want to part with my hard earned and then regret it, and I'd really like the watch to still feel and look special
What do people think ?
Cheers
Graeme
I have a beautiful Chopard Mille Miglia GTXL, which although a lovely watch, is a little big and 'showy' to wear everyday (not to mention it's reasonably valuable, so I'd like to keep it in good condition and hold some value)
Therefore, I'm in a position where I need an everyday watch that's not too showy and reasonably hard wearing
The options I have are 1) Source a smaller 38mm Mille Miglia 2nd hand (which is not going to prove easy) or maybe an IWC aquatimer for around £2k or 2) PH's very own Dominic can get me a new Tag Aquaracer Chrono in blue like the image below for a very attractive price where I can pocket the change and spend it on other shiny things or new tyres for my car ;
Now I've always had a liking to Tag Watches, but what my concern is - are they a bit chavvy nowadays as there's so many fakes around and even the real ones are quite common ?
I've not had Tag before, so I don't want to part with my hard earned and then regret it, and I'd really like the watch to still feel and look special
What do people think ?
Cheers
Graeme
Edited by graeme4130 on Tuesday 6th March 23:02
Arun_D said:
(FWIW I cant' see an issue with that or any TAG in terms of chaviness, it's hardly a fashion brand watch)
This! There are a few watch enthusiasts who turn their nose up at TAG Heuer because of the association with TAG, a Saudi company who bought Heuer in 1985. As a result, the TAG Heuer range will never be as good or as desirable as a proper Heuer, which is absolute rubbish ...TAG are hugely innovative, not afraid to push the boundaries of what is possible in a modern automatic movement. Just look at the Calibre 360, the Monaco V4 with linear weights, the Mikrograph 1/100th, the Mikrotimer Flying 1000, the Mikrogirder 2000, and the Pendulum movement that works via magnets rather than a hairspring ... Awesome!
Compared to some other highly regarding manufacturers, I think TAG Heuer should have a bit more respect! Nothing chavvy about them
If you like the Aquaracer, go for it! The only thing I'd take into consideration is that the one pictured in your OP is quartz, which won't hold it's value as well as an automatic version. Not a problem if you're not looking to move it on anytime soon, but for resale value, auto is better (esp. when it comes to TAG)
Ikemi said:
The only thing I'd take into consideration is that the one pictured in your OP is quartz, which won't hold it's value as well as an automatic version. Not a problem if you're not looking to move it on anytime soon, but for resale value, auto is better (esp. when it comes to TAG)
Yeah, this had been part of the considerationI really like the look of this watch, but the next good looking automatic piece is the thick end of a grand more, so if I'm spending that much more, I may just spend that little bit extra and get a really nice watch
I'm going to head up to the Tag Outlet in Bicester on Friday, so can at least play around with a few
Has anyone been there, I'm assuming it's worth a visit as its only 45mins from here ?
Is it much cheaper than RRP ?
Ikemi said:
TAG are hugely innovative, not afraid to push the boundaries of what is possible in a modern automatic movement. Just look at the Calibre 360, the Monaco V4 with linear weights, the Mikrograph 1/100th, the Mikrotimer Flying 1000, the Mikrogirder 2000, and the Pendulum movement that works via magnets rather than a hairspring ... Awesome!
I don't think the Calibre 360 is a good example.http://www.calibre11.com/heuer-carrera-mikrograph-...
Fittster said:
Ikemi said:
TAG are hugely innovative, not afraid to push the boundaries of what is possible in a modern automatic movement. Just look at the Calibre 360, the Monaco V4 with linear weights, the Mikrograph 1/100th, the Mikrotimer Flying 1000, the Mikrogirder 2000, and the Pendulum movement that works via magnets rather than a hairspring ... Awesome!
I don't think the Calibre 360 is a good example.http://www.calibre11.com/heuer-carrera-mikrograph-...
ETA: Just to add, can you find another 1/100th second automatic chronograph watch?
Also, TAG were the first to create the 1/1000th chrono quartz watch with the Microtimer.Edited by Ikemi on Wednesday 7th March 13:38
my daily is a tag aqauracer, as you say there does seem to be a bit of snotiness towards tag's and I can understand that as I feel there probably the most well known "quality" watch, I love mine it's not that expensive if the worst should happen it's robust and it actually keeps very good time
that all said If I was buying another daily for that sort of budget I would probably go for a speedmaster though.......
most important thing as above is make yourself happy not anyone else
that all said If I was buying another daily for that sort of budget I would probably go for a speedmaster though.......
most important thing as above is make yourself happy not anyone else
LordGrover said:
Off topic, but I've been interested an a Tag lately, considering the Link Calibre 5 day auto: click.
That Aquaracer looks good too. I particularly like the date. If you like it, go for it.
If you're thinking of the Link, buy before March 12th as TAG will be increasing their prices by an average of 6.8%.....That Aquaracer looks good too. I particularly like the date. If you like it, go for it.
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Ikemi said:
The Link range of watches are lovely ... The bracelet is the most comfortable of any watch I've worn
My first quality watch was a Link CJF2110. Fabulous build quality and as a first watch had an expensive weighty feel to it. Several watches later I still feel most comfortable wearing this.
Well, today I had the intention of going to the Tag Dealer in the Bicester Outlet village just to check a few models over and get a better understanding of what's what.
Anyway, my addiction to all things shiny got the better of me, and I've now purchased this as my new day to day watch ;
The deal there was very good, and despite the rather inflated RRP's they had displayed next to the sales cost, I couldn't get within 25% of it on the internet (And the girl serving me in the shop also had massive jugs, which is always a weak spot for my wallet)
Seems a very nice, very comfortable watch and km very happy with it
Anyway, my addiction to all things shiny got the better of me, and I've now purchased this as my new day to day watch ;
The deal there was very good, and despite the rather inflated RRP's they had displayed next to the sales cost, I couldn't get within 25% of it on the internet (And the girl serving me in the shop also had massive jugs, which is always a weak spot for my wallet
)Seems a very nice, very comfortable watch and km very happy with it
Edited by graeme4130 on Thursday 8th March 22:16
graeme4130 said:
Well, today I had the intention of going to the Tag Dealer in the Bicester Outlet village just to check a few models over and get a better understanding of what's what.
Anyway, my addiction to all things shiny got the better of me, and I've now purchased this as my new day to day watch ;
The deal there was very good, and despite the rather inflated RRP's they had displayed next to the sales cost, I couldn't get within 25% of it on the internet (And the girl serving me in the shop also had massive jugs, which is always a week spot for my wallet)
Seems a very nice, very comfortable watch
Got myself exactly the same watch from Bicester village just after Christmas. I though it was a good deal and it's a lovely watch Anyway, my addiction to all things shiny got the better of me, and I've now purchased this as my new day to day watch ;
The deal there was very good, and despite the rather inflated RRP's they had displayed next to the sales cost, I couldn't get within 25% of it on the internet (And the girl serving me in the shop also had massive jugs, which is always a week spot for my wallet
)Seems a very nice, very comfortable watch
I'm looking at some new toys for my 40th...a second hand j,c memovox, and ironically a chopard mm and the aqua racer (rubber strapped with rose gold bezel). Tried tha tag on at Bicester and was a little underwhelmed. You'd looks great though. Would love to hea you thoughts in the chopard and maybes pic ?!
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