A masterclass in precision and quality
These new models are quintessential Tag Heuer: A perfect blend of historical reverence and avant-garde design, sharply accurate and crafted from cutting-edge materials
Tag Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph
Tag Heuer has been developing the chronograph for over a century and its mastery of and pioneering efforts in the complication is clearly evident in this sophisticated timepiece.
The chronograph is likened to a stopwatch on the wrist. It can record elapsed time, compute speed and measure distance. The Tag Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph is like having two stopwatches in one timepiece. It can, say, time two runners starting together in a race but not finishing at the same time.
From the early 1900s, Tag Heuer has put its heart into creating the perfect chronograph. It is still a work in progress, but through the years, the endeavour has pushed the brand to make new breakthroughs and produce chronographs of greater accuracy and sophistication.
The Micrograph, introduced in 1916, can record 1/100th of a second and was a timekeeper for the Olympic Games in the 1920s and 1930s. Tag Heuer stopwatches were a staple in motorsports in the 1960s.
Then came the quartz split-seconds chronograph in 1989, which became a big hit. Now the red carpet is rolled out for the Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph.
At the heart of this latest addition is the newly launched Calibre TH81-00, a self-winding movement crafted entirely in titanium. Titanium is stronger than steel yet much lighter. Indeed, Calibre TH81-00 is one of the lightest automatic chronograph movements Tag Heuer has created.
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The movement is housed in the famed Monaco square case. When it was introduced 55 years ago, the Monaco’s unconventional design upset the norms of the watchmaking world. Its iconic status was further sealed when it became the first water-resistant square chronograph wristwatch.
The new Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph stands to further redefine watch design. Built from light materials such as grade-5 titanium, the 41 mm chronograph weighs only 85 g. It flaunts a singular appearance with sapphire crystal and transparency taking centre stage.
The Split-Seconds Chronograph is presented in sporty red, the racing DNA of Tag Heuer; and classic blue, a nod to the Monaco’s original colour code. Made entirely of sapphire crystal, the caseback offers a clear view of the movement. Price: On request
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Tag Heuer Carrera Chronograph Skipper
After making a comeback in a 39 mm steel case in 2023, the Carrera Chronograph Skipper is now encased in 18K 5N rose gold.
The Skipper has been part of the Carrera series since 1968, but is overshadowed by the Carrera’s association with motor sport. Its long absence also did not help. Yet the Skipper may turn out to be a rare and interesting piece for watch fans.
The new gold Skipper is an exact replica of last year’s steel model, except for its finely brushed and polished gold case. It also showcases the “glass-box” design unveiled in 2023 to toast the 60th anniversary of the Carrera chronograph. This means a new style of domed sapphire crystal which features an ingenious “curved flange” dial beneath it.
Like last year’s steel model, the colour scheme of the new Skipper follows that of the original 1968 watch. The latter was launched to celebrate the New York Yacht Club’s victory in the 1967 America’s Cup, and it adopted the winning boat’s colours. So the latest Skipper too has a sea blue dial with two contrasting sub-dials, in orange and shades of green. Price: S$30,350
Tag Heuer Carrera Chronograph
Named after the legendary Carrera Panamericana road race, the Tag Heuer Carrera has all the requisite features of a model chronograph: classical elegance, extreme legibility and precision.
Small wonder that it has been Tag Heuer’s template for the chronograph wristwatch for over 60 years – and remains a pillar of the genre.
The latest Carrera Chronograph is a modern take of a watch from the late 1960s, the 7753 SN. The latter’s famous panda dial – two black sub-dials set against a silver background – is refreshed and its clever design refined in the updated model. Red-lacquered sub-dial hands are added to amplify contrast, ensuring clarity at a glance.
Harking back to the 1970s Heuer Carrera chronographs, the crystal sapphire features the new “glass-box” design construction, making the dial even more readable. The 39 mm steel case is also redeveloped for a more seamless flow.
The new chronograph is powered by a bi-directional winding in-house movement with 80 hours of power reserve. The watch is paired with a steel bracelet – a first on the redesigned Carrera collection. Price: S$9,400
Tag Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 Date
Recognised by their 12-facet bezels, Aquaracer watches are for adventurers and therefore made to last and give exceptional performance.
While the new Aquaracer Professional 300 Date diving watch has shrunk a millimetre to 42 mm, it is no less robust. The stainless steel case, reworked for greater comfort, is still crowned with a unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel that can turn easily.
The minute track has been updated and the hour hand is now more prominent. These and all other pointers are coated with luminescence to ensure legibility, key for a watch that can safely go into water 300 m deep.
Available in a black, blue or green sunray brushed dial with a wavy pattern, the updated Aquaracer Professional 300 Date may be paired with a rubber strap or steel bracelet. It runs on a movement officially certified for accuracy and reliability, with 80 hours of power reserve. Price: S$5,350
Tag Heuer Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon Extreme Sport
Eight years after the launch of the Carrera Extreme Sport, Tag Heuer is deepening the bond of the series with its racing DNA by rolling out six new models – four chronographs and two chronograph tourbillons – for the collection, all featuring a skeleton dial.
The new watches underscore the brand’s commitment to pushing boundaries in watchmaking, with a new and innovative approach taken to produce the case. By integrating one container and two barrels on the side in the case construction, the new watches are made to last even longer.
The Chronograph Tourbillon Extreme Sport, which showcases a chronograph and a gravity-defying tourbillon, comes in an all-black and a rose gold version, both 44 mm in diameter. The all-black model has a lightweight but durable carbon bezel with grey markings, while the gold watch features a case crafted from two materials – 18K 5N solid rose gold and black DLC-coated (diamond-like carbon) grade-2 titanium.
The timepieces have open case-backs that reveal an advanced in-house movement with 65 hours of power reserve. The decorated movement plate can also be seen through the skeleton dial. Price: S$36,850
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