![]() ![]() All three maintain the shapes and dial motifs of previous models. The shorthand for this is that all three have been slathered with thick pastings of biscuity faux-patina on the lume plots. In a similar vein to the Monza from several years ago, or the more recent ‘No Time To Die’ Omega Seamaster 300M, this Limited Edition Aquaracer ref 844 is a resolutely modern take on a still outwardly vintage-themed watch. The TAG Heuer Monza was one of the first contemporary reissues to feature heavy use of ‘fauxtina’ on the hands and indices, giving it an aged look, alongside shiny modern finishings. But, really, a robust dive watch at a good price point with attractive classic dive watch nuances is hardly breaking any mold. Sure, some of the hallmarks of the Aquaracer – the cyclops at 6 in particular – are idiosyncratic to say the least. Now, for me, this new version is not a contentious watch to like. A couple of days ago, we posted it side by side with the model that inspired it. It’s the Limited Edition of 844 pieces based on a Heuer model, reference 844 from 1978. The dial is such a dramatic departure overall that it does not immediately register as an Aquaracer but looks to carry a funky masculine charm all its own. There was a curious response to our Instagram post about one particular model in the new Aquaracer Collection. tag heuer aquaracer limited edition caribbean exclusive series Inside the TAG Heuer Aquaracer Bamford Limited Edition is the ETA based Calibre 5 automatic movement. I/trending 23743 The top 5 TAG Heuer watches of 2021, with a focus on the redesigned and more refined Aquaracer Andrew McUtchen ![]()
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