![]() ![]() The new tribute watches are based on the 42mm TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph that is powered by the Swiss brand’s in-house manufactured Calibre Heuer 02 movement that provides a power reserve of up to 80 hours. Of the 27 vivid colours offered by Porsche on the Carrera RS 2.7, TAG Heuer has chosen two for its TAG Heuer x Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Limited Edition Indischrot (Guards Red) and Glasurblau (Glazier Blue). The two timepieces we imagined together are sleek, assertive, memorable, and they reflect their illustrious past but project something even more exciting, what Porsche and TAG Heuer can now achieve together.” “So, for the 50th anniversary of the very first 911 Carrera, the iconic RS 2.7, we wanted to create a tribute watch that would express the character and power of this ground-breaking sportscar within our own signature TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph. ![]() “The name and spirit of the Carrera are incredibly meaningful and emblematic for both TAG Heuer and Porsche,” said Frédéric Arnault, CEO of TAG Heuer. Having launched in 1963, TAG Heuer’s own icon, the Carrera Chronograph, was already a legend of the horological world when Porsche unveiled the 911 Carrera RS 2.7 at the Paris motor show on October 5, 1972. It’s fitting then that the latest official TAG Heuer x Porsche collaboration celebrates the 50 th anniversary of a Stuttgart icon. TAG Heuer and Porsche have been linked, both unofficially and officially for decades. As always, it is one of the first models to see in person if you are looking for a entry to mid range automatic Swiss diver.TAG Heuer celebrates the 50 th anniversary of the Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 with two stunning limited-edition Carrera Chronograph models. I used to have the first-generation automatic version with blue dial and I enjoyed wearing it. The Aquaracer Collection has always been one of the model groups I like. The strap offers a comfortable use on the wrist while giving the model’s overall design a unique touch. ![]() The strap is decorated with TAG Heuer amblems on both pieces and secured by a matt stainless steel folding clasp. The model I chose for the review comes on a blue rubber strap designed to match the dial color. The movement, which beats at 4Hz (28.800vph), is most probably Sellita SW300 based considering its 38 hour power reserve. The model is powered by the TAG Heuer Caliber 5 automatic movement. Green/blue tone Super LumiNOVA applied hands and indices offer optimal legibility in every occasion. The dial supports the sporty character of the model with the orange-tipped second hand and Caliber 5 text written in same tone. And the cyclops over the date display window is self-explanatory. The horizontal lines on the dial reminds me the dial design of the Omega Seamaster Aquaterra timepieces which is inspired by the teac wood used on the deck of the boats. However, those accents and details have another characteristic feature they look familiar. The lay out of the dial and the design of the accents used offers both stylish and easy-to-read composition. Tag Heuer Aquaracer Caliber 5 (0927) comes a dark blue dial. The case back is solid stainless steel with a beautiful diving-bell illustration engraved and accompanied by a large, easy grip winding crown signed by the brand’s stylish logo. The classic rider tab style unidirectional dive bezel is present equipped with a modern blue ceramic bezel instead of the old aluminum insert. The case is equipped with a scratch-resistant anti glare coated sapphire crystal on the front face. Distinguished by the thick sporty lug design which highlights the model’s tool watch character, the case is water resistant to 300 meters / 30 bars in line with its name. The model comes in a stainless steel case measuring 43mm in diameter. WAY201B.BA0927, is one of the first models that comes to mind when you think about the Aquaracer Collection. I am not saying a wide variety just for the sake of conversation as there are 142 different Aquaracer Collection variants available at the brand’s official web site at the moment. Of course, the first model family that comes to mind is the Aquaracer Collection, which stands out with its wide variety of model alternatives. But when we look at the brand’s recent and current product groups, we also see a number of stylish and successful dive watches. TAG Heuer is a name that is commonly associated with motorsports-inspired models. WAY201B.BA0927 model that attracts attention with its blue dial inspired by the oceans and sporty rubber strap. TAG Heuer Aquaracer Collection, which is among the first alternatives to come to mind within the entry and mid-range dive watches since the first day of its introduction, was the guest of our Hands On corner with the Ref. ![]()
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