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Review TAG Heuer Carrera Chronosprint Porsche Special Edition

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Jacky Zhang
Review TAG Heuer Carrera Chronosprint Porsche Special Edition

Last year in 2023, the Porsche 911 model and the TAG Heuer Carrera watch also celebrated their 60th anniversary together. To celebrate this moment, TAG Heuer and its partners released a new Carrera Porsche Chronosprint chronograph The watch uses a revolutionary design to create an innovative interpretation of the traditional timing function to pay tribute to both parties.


TAG Heuer Carrera Chronosprint Porsche Special Edition uses fine steel to make the case. The entire case shape also follows the shape of the original Carrera watch, that is, the shape without a speedometer bezel. When TAG Heuer first officially announced its cooperation with Porsche, I have also talked to everyone that I am more looking forward to this kind of cooperation model, because one is more classic after taking off the speedometer bezel, and the other is that the chronograph itself focuses on rich displays. Taking off the bezel also makes the visual effect of the dial more beautiful. Show openness https://www.aomwatches.is/.


The diameter of the watch is 42 mm, which is the conventional size of a modern chronograph men's watch. The side of the case is brushed, and the angular edges are supplemented by polishing. The two polishing processes alternate with each other. The exquisite and delicate decoration also enhances the luxurious feel of the watch. The large-area brushing treatment is also from a practical point of view, which will cover up small scratches. , so that the traces of use are not too obvious. On the other side of the watch, there are two pump-type chronograph buttons above and below the stainless steel crown. The top of the crown is engraved with the brand's logo, and the whole body is equipped with non-slip pits to facilitate the wearer's grasp and adjustment. The timing buttons are also exquisitely polished if you take a closer look, with the center ring being brushed and the edges supplemented by polishing. The watch is water-resistant to 100 meters, meeting the needs of daily use.


The silver-white disk surface has a fine and rich texture with a grained finish, which is good for legibility and allows TAG Heuer to successfully integrate more racing sports styles. The layout of the watch adopts a three-eye sub-dial design, and the details are also embellished with automotive elements. For example, the small seconds dial at 6 o'clock specifically emphasizes 50-55 seconds, emphasizing the recommended speed on urban roads and not speeding. The 12-hour counter is marked red for 6.8 hours, referring to the 6,800-rpm speed limit of the original 911. But the key point of the watch is that after the chronograph function is activated, the central chronograph second hand will move along the red area of the color measurement area on the outer edge of the disk, sweeping across the original 911 model in an acceleration time of 9.1 seconds. After passing the red area, the second hand will move slower and slower. . TAG Heuer has perfectly restored the hand movement of a real car during acceleration through a new timing dynamic operation mode. The higher the speed, the slower the pointer rises and is directly embodied in the timing operation of the watch.


The watch is equipped with a brand new TH20-08 movement. The TH20 movement is also TAG Heuer's latest chronograph movement. It was just launched at the "Watches and Miracles" in 2023 last year. This movement is basically upgraded from the Heuer 02 movement. It changes from one-way winding to two-way winding, retaining an 80-hour power reserve and enhancing the winding efficiency of the movement. The 08 version uses the classic combination of vertical clutch and column wheel. At the same time, TAG Heuer achieves timing speed change through two snail gears. The brand also specifically stated that these two gears are the result of cutting-edge technology, because the precision of the parts must be guaranteed. For control, the LiGA process in the microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) industry is applied, which is photolithography technology. The overall movement is decorated. The uppermost hollowed-out rotor shape restores Porsche's classic three-spoke steering wheel. The lower movement splint is decorated with Geneva patterns and chamfered. Black calfskin strap with stainless steel folding clasp. Tag Heuer also has 911 printed on the strap.


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