TAG Heuer Carrera Sport Chronograph 44 mm, new 2020 models. TAG Heuer is introducing today four new, redesigned Carrera models, all powered by the in-house manufactured Calibre Heuer 02 movement.
Reference CBN2A1B.BA0643
Price: Euro 5,450 / US$ 5,750
Reference CBN2A1A.BA0643
Price: Euro 5,450 / US$ 5,750
Reference CBN2A10.BA0643 Price: Euro 5,450 / US$ 5,75
Reference CBN2A5A.FC6481 Price: Euro 6,200 / US$ 6,550
TAG Heuer is introducing today four new, redesigned Carrera models, all powered by the in-house manufactured Calibre Heuer 02 movement.
In 1962, CEO at the time Jack Heuer wanted a clean and well-proportioned chronograph designed for drivers and inspired to the world of motor racing.
When he heard the Spanish word Carrera, used for the renowned Carrera Panamericana race, he loved the sound and the multiple meanings - including road, race, course and career - so much that he quickly decided that the product had to be called "Carrera". The Heuer Carrera was launched in 1963 and since then it has been a symbol of the brand and one of the most popular sport chronographs ever designed (you can read the complete history of TAG Heuer here).
With the new Carrera Sport Chronograph 44 mm Calibre Heuer 02 Automatic, the Swiss brand takes the collection back to the roots with a streamlined design that is complemented by the outstanding performances delivered by the Heuer 02 calibre.
The new Carrera models come in 44 mm stainless steel cases alternating polished and fine-brushed finishes that highlight the sporty lines. For improved comfort on the wrist, they feature shorter lugs. They offer water resistance up to 10 bar (100 metres / 330 feet).
Protected by a domed and bevelled sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective treatment, the dial of the new Carrera has a circular brushed finish and is available in deep blue with a matching ceramic bezel, muted olive green with a stainless-steel bezel or one of two black versions, each with a black ceramic bezel. The most precious version features a black ceramic bezel filled with rose-gold-coloured lacquer – a first for TAG Heuer – and the crown and push buttons are made from solid 18K rose gold.
The chronograph hour and minute snailed counters are positioned at 9 and 3 o'clock respectively while, at 6 o'clock, we find the smaller running seconds counter and the date aperture. The result is a well balanced and symmetrical 3-6-9 layout.
The applied indexes and the hour and minute hands are treated with white Super-LumiNova for enhanced legibility in poor light conditions.
Thinner and more ergonomic, the new integrated H-shaped bracelet is equipped with a steel folding clasp with double safety push-buttons. The black and rose gold version comes with a classic black alligator leather strap.
The four references are described below:
Reference CBN2A1B.BA0643: stainless steel case and bracelet, black dial, black ceramic bezel. Price: Euro 5,450 / US$ 5,750
Reference CBN2A1A.BA0643: stainless steel case and bracelet, blue dial, blue ceramic bezel. Price: Euro 5,450 / US$ 5,750
Reference CBN2A10.BA0643: stainless steel case and bracelet, green dial, stainless steel bezel. Price: Euro 5,450 / US$ 5,750
Reference CBN2A5A.FC6481: steel and rose gold case, black dial, black ceramic bezel filled with rose-gold-coloured lacquer, black alligator leather strap. Price: Euro 6,200 / US$ 6,550
All the new TAG Heuer Carrera Sport Chronograph 44 mm are powered by the Calibre Heuer 02 movement, visible through the transparent case back.
Entirely Swiss-made in TAG Heuer's Chevenez manufacture, this advanced 4 Hz (28,800 vph) movement comprises 168 components, including a column wheel and a vertical clutch and guarantees a remarkable power reserve of 80 hours. tagheuer.com
In 1962, CEO at the time Jack Heuer wanted a clean and well-proportioned chronograph designed for drivers and inspired to the world of motor racing.
When he heard the Spanish word Carrera, used for the renowned Carrera Panamericana race, he loved the sound and the multiple meanings - including road, race, course and career - so much that he quickly decided that the product had to be called "Carrera". The Heuer Carrera was launched in 1963 and since then it has been a symbol of the brand and one of the most popular sport chronographs ever designed (you can read the complete history of TAG Heuer here).
With the new Carrera Sport Chronograph 44 mm Calibre Heuer 02 Automatic, the Swiss brand takes the collection back to the roots with a streamlined design that is complemented by the outstanding performances delivered by the Heuer 02 calibre.
The new Carrera models come in 44 mm stainless steel cases alternating polished and fine-brushed finishes that highlight the sporty lines. For improved comfort on the wrist, they feature shorter lugs. They offer water resistance up to 10 bar (100 metres / 330 feet).
The chronograph hour and minute snailed counters are positioned at 9 and 3 o'clock respectively while, at 6 o'clock, we find the smaller running seconds counter and the date aperture. The result is a well balanced and symmetrical 3-6-9 layout.
The applied indexes and the hour and minute hands are treated with white Super-LumiNova for enhanced legibility in poor light conditions.
Thinner and more ergonomic, the new integrated H-shaped bracelet is equipped with a steel folding clasp with double safety push-buttons. The black and rose gold version comes with a classic black alligator leather strap.
The four references are described below:
Reference CBN2A1B.BA0643: stainless steel case and bracelet, black dial, black ceramic bezel. Price: Euro 5,450 / US$ 5,750
All the new TAG Heuer Carrera Sport Chronograph 44 mm are powered by the Calibre Heuer 02 movement, visible through the transparent case back.
Entirely Swiss-made in TAG Heuer's Chevenez manufacture, this advanced 4 Hz (28,800 vph) movement comprises 168 components, including a column wheel and a vertical clutch and guarantees a remarkable power reserve of 80 hours. tagheuer.com
Nice update from TAG Heuer. it looks like a good move!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to see this development in terms of design. These are excellent chronographs from any point of view. I can't decide whether I prefer the ceramic or the steel bezel.
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