Well-established in the world of watchmaking, TAG Heuer has set the bar in many ways with their exceptionally-crafted timepieces. The Swiss company, founded in 1860, has been credited by many for bringing the iconic chronograph style to the global market. And TAG Heuer’s prominence hasn’t wavered a bit over the years; it remains a formidable leader of style and innovation.
We culled through TAG Heuer’s vast collection in search of its creme-de-la-creme models, and are proud to present our findings in this selective list. These are the best TAG Heuer watches on deck.
Which of these timeless pieces is the one for you?
The Best TAG Heuer Watch
TAG Heuer Men’s Aquaracer Swiss Automatic Stainless Steel Dress Watch (BEST CHOICE)
This TAG Heuer Men’s Aquaracer model takes our Best Choice slot. This stylish watch features a navy-blue face paired with a classic stainless steel 43 mm case. The band is stainless steel as well. The hands are silver-toned for outstanding contrast against the watch face so that you can see the time at your formal charity dinner or fifty feet underwater. And that’s where this watch shines – on a dive.
The TAG Heuer Aquaracer collection is designed with divers in mind, and includes diving-specific features like a 12-facet bezel with six studs for easy turning, even while wearing gloves. Other diving-friendly features include a screw-in crown, an extendable band (with safety clasp) to fit over gloves, and a waterproof case that will protect the inner workings up to 1,000 feet. Three subdials (60 seconds, 30 minutes, and 12 hours) round out the feature-set.
Classy without being ostentatious, this dress watch moves with you from adventure to black-tie affair with ease.
TAG Heuer and Formula 1 Racing go way back, and this eye-catching offering honors that history with a striking blue-and-orange color palette and racing-inspired features. The unidirectional bezel and screw-down crown are both notched to invoke gears, and the hands and numbers light up in the dark cab of your roadster with TAG Heuer’s Super-Luminova technology. The hands are simple and functional, and the watch is waterproof to 660 feet. Our favorite feature on this blue dial watch, though, is the 20 mm NATO Nylon band. Sturdy but comfortable, this band’s racing-inspired white, black, and blue stripes stand out in a crowd.
Another offering from TAG Heuer’s Formula 1 line, this stainless steel watch should appeal to those who want a more understated but sporty look. The case is a little smaller at 41 mm and will look better on those with smaller wrists. The unidirectional bezel and screw-down crown feature Formula 1 gear-inspired notches and are a stylish matte black to contrast with the stainless steel case. A date window at three o’clock and light-up hands and numbers (courtesy of Super-Luminova technology) keep you in the know. The band is black rubber with buckle closure. While rubber won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, it should appear to users who find stainless steel or nylon uncomfortable. Holes throughout the band help keep your wrist cool. For more powerful timepieces for every occasion, check out our guide to the best Citizen watches.
As part of the TAG Heuer Carrera family, this Link Calibre S watch is racing-inspired without the colorful touches the Formula 1 line incorporates. Our favorite feature is the tachymeter, which allows you to measure your top speed over one kilometer. The watch also features two additional faces that measure speed to one-tenth or one-hundredth of a second. A smooth, rounded 43 mm stainless steel case perfectly complements the 21 mm, stainless steel band. An anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal ensures perfect readability in bright sunlight, while the Super-Luminova hands and numbers illuminate for nocturnal races. Here is our guide to top remarkable Omega watches on the market. Check them out.
If you are looking for a dive watch in the Aquaracer line that feels a little more sporty than the first one we mentioned, then check out this offering. The bezel is more rounded for a smoother look, and the 20 mm black rubber band features grooves and ridges for an adventurous feel. The watch still possesses all the dive-features you need, though: large 43 mm case for easy visibility, screw-down crown, three additional faces for tracking dive time, and waterproof chops down to 1640 feet. The anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal promises ultimate readability even under the bright Caribbean sun.
This offering from the Aquaracer line is a bit of a throwback. It still has the unidirectional rotating bezel, screw-down crown, chronometer, and 1,640-foot waterproof rating you need in a dive watch. Still, it lacks the additional faces and elegant sensibility of the previous Aquaracer watches in this guide. Instead, this quartz watch has a retro, adventurous feel, accentuated by chunky hands, a rugged 21 mm steel band, and a large 43.7 mm stainless steel case. The date window sits at nine-o’clock, a departure from the usual three-o’clock placement on TAG Heuer Watches. A slate-grey face completes the understated look. The last Aquaracer in our lineup, this dive watch is more adventurous than the previous model. A 20 mm green textile band perfectly compliments the hunter-green face. White chunky hands and time indicators stand out brilliantly against the vibrant background. TAG Heuer returns to the 12-sized bezel here, unidirectional as in all TAG Heuer dive watches. The 43 mm stainless steel case is large but not too large. You can take this green dial watch diving due to its 1,000-foot waterproof rating, but with a simple face and green styling, it will probably be more at home on safari. The iconic Gulf Racing livery emblazons this special-edition TAG Heuer watch from the Formula 1 line. Blue and orange stripes scream across the dark blue face, while a blue calfskin leather strap (with orange stitching) catches the eye from across the room. This model has a fixed bezel, but TAG Heuer throws in all the other features you expect from a racing watch: chronograph, small seconds, and a tachymeter scale. A sapphire crystal and stainless steel case ensure maximum durability, while the 660-foot waterproof rating keeps your investment safe while you are taking dips. A battery end-of-life indicator lets you know when it’s time to change out the battery. If you are looking for a racing watch that makes a statement, you could do worse than this offering. You may also be interested in some of these timeless Rolex watches from our list. Check them out. Are you searching for a dress watch as equally at home in a luxury vehicle as it is on the racetrack? Search no further. This watch from TAG Heuer’s Carrera line boasts a smooth, rounded, fixed-bezel, a tachymeter, a chronograph, and luminescent hands. The 43 mm stainless steel case and 20 mm stainless steel band are classic TAG Heuer, but it’s the brushed navy-blue face that makes this watch pop. This nice watch is only waterproof to about 300 feet, so don’t go diving – unless you dive into the buffet line at a charity auction. Day and date windows complete the feature-set.
Only 102 of these special edition Indy 500 watches from the Carrerra line exist. This watch’s distinctive skeleton dial-face and blue ceramic bezel aren’t for everyone, but for the right person, this watch is a striking collector’s item. The 43 mm case features a tachymeter scale and the Indy 500 logo on the bezel. Luminescent hands and a chronometer keep you up-to-date. Unlike many TAG Heuer watches, the crown mechanism on this timepiece is push/pull. The stainless steel band adds a touch of classic styling to an otherwise busy skeleton watch. TAG Heuer Watches have diverse feature sets, depending on the watches’ purpose and the collection from which it springs. Many watches in the TAG Heuer family combine some or all of these features. Anti-reflective coatings – This special coating helps visibility of your watch face in bright outdoor conditions but is more vulnerable to scratches than an uncoated watch face. Chronograph – Typically found on sport, dive, and race watches, the chronograph functions as a stopwatch. Colorways – Some TAG Heuer watches (especially the limited-edition models) feature striking and unique colorways. Choose your color based upon your intended activity. Extendible bands – Some of the dive and race watches in this guide possess extendable bands to help your watch fit over dive or race gloves. These bands are almost always stainless steel. Light-up technology – TAG Heuer uses a technology called Super Luminova to illuminate the hands and numbers on some of its watches. This technology absorbs light radiation and re-emits it in the darkness. The brightness and duration of emission are dependent on the brightness and duration of absorption. Rotating bezels – The bezel is the metal ring that holds the watch crystal in place. In some watches, the bezel can rotate in conjunction with activity-specific timekeeping functions. Tachymeter – usually found on race-specific watches, a tachymeter is a scale inscribed around the outer rim of a watch that allows you to convert elapsed time (seconds) to rate (miles per hour). Waterproof capabilities – All the watches in this guide are waterproof to at least 300 feet. Dive watches possess much deeper waterproof ratings, so make sure you pay attention to that number if you plan on using your watch in that capacity. Band material – There are four types of band materials in this buyer’s guide: stainless steel, rubber, nylon textile, and leather. Case material – All of the cases in this buyer’s guide are stainless steel. Stainless steel is smooth, incredibly tough, and scratch-resistant the – ideal material for resting next to your skin and protecting the inner workings of your timepiece. Case size – Most of the watch cases in this guide are 43 millimeters, which lands right in the middle when it comes to modern watch sizing – they will look good on the average man’s wrist. If you have smaller or larger wrists, consider sizing up or down accordingly. Crystal material – All of the watch crystals in this buyer’s guide are synthetic sapphire, which is an extremely hard and scratch-resistant material but can collect innocuous smudges and fingerprints. Style – TAG Heuer currently makes analog watches in six different collections: Aquaracer, Monaco, Carrera, Autavia, Formula, and Link. A: TAG Heuer watches boast a long-standing pedigree, premium materials, and world-class Swiss construction. In short, the watch you receive is an excellent value for the price you pay, which is hefty but not astronomical, especially when considered against other luxury brands. A: Every TAG Heuer watch is engraved with a model number, serial number, and water resistance number. Your watch should have a “Swiss Made” indicator at the six o’clock position on the dial. A: TAG Heuer recommends maintenance every one-to-two years to ensure the watch remains water-resistance. They recommend a complete overhaul every four-to-six years to ensure the watch remains accurate and functional. TAG Heuer recommends only using official TAG Heuer Service Centers for servicing.
TAG Heuer Formula 1 Quartz Men’s Watch
TAG Heuer Men’s Formula 1 Stainless Steel Watch with Black Band
TAG Heuer Men’s Link Calibre S Black Dial Dress Watch
TAG Heuer Men’s Aquaracer 500 Stainless Steel Watch
TAG Heuer Men’s Aquaracer 500M Quartz Watch
TAG Heuer Men’s Aquaracer Watch
TAG Heuer Formula 1 Gulf Racing Special Edition Watch
TAG Heuer Men’s Carrera Calibre 16 Automatic Chronograph Watch
TAG Heuer Men’s Carrera Calibre Heuer 01 Limited Edition Indy 500 Watch
TAG Heuer Watch Buying Guide & FAQ
Features to Look for in TAG Heuer Watches
Style and Components
Stainless steel bands are ideal for dive watches because saltwater will not corrode them. Many stainless steel watch bands have extenders to fit over dive or race gloves.
Rubber watchbands are soft against the skin and have a sporty look. They won’t absorb sweat, but they also don’t breathe.
Nylon textile bands are sturdy and comfortable but will absorb odors and sweat to a certain degree. They might be susceptible to corrosion from sun and salt over long periods.
Leather watch bands are classic but are the most susceptible to the elements. These are also the bands most likely to absorb sweat and odors. They are perhaps best suited for dressy occasions.
Aquaracer watches contain diving-specific features like high-waterproof ratings and essential timekeeping functions.
Carrera watches are hybrid dress/race watches styled for formal occasions but engineered for the racetrack.
Formula watches utilize the iconic Formula 1 colors for eye-popping watches that also possess race-specific functions.TAG Heuer Watch FAQ
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