Are Tag Heuer Watches Good ?

Here we talk about Tag Heuer watches and if they are good. While I do appreciate some Tag Heuer models, there are some things about the brand that watch collectors should know before buying.
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[@mikegreen8710]

I have 2 Tag watches- a black Twin Time Carrara and the Tiger Woods Professional watch series. Both have been excellent watches for me without any issues. I don’t follow what other people think. I buy the watches I like.

[@ziko317]

It's ok to like shit things. Just like people like McDonalds for its food you like Tag for the watches they make. Don't worry what others say.

[@aviator-kn8zq]

@@ziko317 zzzzz

[@paulranderson6369]

@@ziko317 you have the education of a fog.

[@TWN321]

That’s the bottom line!

[@domualex]

No one in 2021 gives a shit about time keeping or cronometer.. analog watches are only for desisgn..fashion..my smartphone is by far more accurate...

[@JamesK1963]

Nothing wrong with Tag Heuer.

[@manuelluna5695]

Right on 👍🏼

[@BV-xg4ye]

Tag Heuer is a great watch. I bought in 5 years ago and now it still functions well. It has great durability. I don’t regret buying it.

[@ronanmorgan426]

Going to pass my aquaracer down to my son as his first real watch, just as it was my first real watch. I now have Grand Seiko, Omega and Tudor in my collection. The Tag still gets worn and is my toughest watch. I always take it on vacation as I don’t have to worry about it getting bashed or wet.

[@hoemuffin]

If someone's first response to "This is a watch that was handed down to me from my grandfather" is "That watch is garbage and you should feel bad", they're probably an a-hole.

[@talljohn5350]

Yea some people are super insecure and try to make themselves feel better by trying to tear others down

[@domingocorona7028]

I agree. I would go as far to say that even if the person saved up for it, it’s a classless comment.

[@Want300]

I have two Tag Heuers in my collection, both of which I will never sell. Tag Heuer was the brand that ignited my love for watches, so my first luxury watch purchase was a Blue Carrera Day Date. I also now have a Gulf Edition Monaco, which is absolutely fantastic, I love it.

[@ericpignatore5317]

I own the current gen Aquaracer and I have had no issues with it. It's a great piece. I can't speak to the quality of the Formula 1 and if it is lesser quality because I have never held or owned one. But it has been my experience that people follow the crowd. Most people that "hate on TAG" do so because they've been told to or listen to too much Archie Blowhard. But as usual the bottom line is...your wrists, your money. Buy what you like and to hell what everyone else thinks about it.

[@prav2228]

Its a great one to get into the hobby. Got myself one when i graduated whilst working full time back in the day. It'll always stay with me

[@MAELOB]

My fist watch too

[@LewisMa]

Ditto first watch steel aquaracer

[@noka5730]

@@Neil.C57510 why did u sell it ? And did you lose a lot on it ?

[@markbowenagates1987]

Sitting in a doctor's waiting room in the 80s as a kid. Thumbing through a magazine and seeing the Tag Heuer add. Thinking, wow if I was a grown up, I'd want to be cool like that! It's the nostalgia that gets me. I can't help but be a fan now.

[@acefire6422]

Current generation AquaRacer is a really good watch, especially the 41mm size. Rock solid build, 300m WR, great bi-colour lume, excellent supple bracelet, original design DNA, no daft HEV or faux rivets😂 A very underrated watch, the white dial especially is really nice.

[@checksix_TC]

Seiko and Casio has the same mix of high end, mid range and entry level watches. Why do watch geeks always crucify Tag Heuer? 🤔

[@assoverteakettle]

Because the Rolex owners will look down upon them in watch forums. Watch snobbery is the only reason. No one can explain the macroeconomic phenomenon called the snob effect or snob appeal. It is a completely irrational behavior where people put higher values on luxury brand names. Same thing with high end luxury cars, and designer clothing. At the end of the day your Tag Heuer is still exotic to most people who are not into luxury watches. In fact, most average people who have to pay monthly bills and a mortgage consider spending $2000 on a watch as being frivolous. They see spending $15000+ on an obsolete technology (automatics) watch as obnoxious. They're not impressed by it unless you happen to make an 8 figure salary.

[@tiagofernandes4535]

Exactly, I was thinking about Seiko... A cheap Seiko is not finished that well either! Casio, I didn't know they has high end watches

[@drbadzer]

@@tiagofernandes4535 you should totally check the high end MR-G collection, amazing watches

[@Gumby56]

@@drbadzer yes, I have one and it does wrist time with my blue face carrera calibre 5, Tissot gentleman and Vaer Navy Swiss.

[@egreene59]

I have had a Tag Heuer Formula 1 Watch for about 11 years and love it.

[@p.j.mendes]

Great watches, amazing horologycal history. Love my Aquaracer. 12 years of great design and precision on my wrist. Never serviced.

[@robgordon5184]

I have three Tags and love them.Super durable.I prefer it to my Brietling!

[@KhwajaImranMohammed]

I have a Tag Heuer Aquaracer 300m. My wife presented it to me on my 40th birthday last June. Love it!

[@brendDun]

Love my aquaracer 41mm black dial. I beat the crap out of it and take it into the ocean and I've never had any issues.

[@bboness713]

My name is Brandon and just bought the same watch. Love it!

[@richfranks9161]

I just bought an Aquaracer 41mm and it’s a fabulous timepiece. Love it

[@galaman12001]

It’s almost 2024 now and Tag Heuer has come a long way since this video, they are doing amazing things lately.

[@TonyMajo]

My first nice watch was the Tag Heuer Link Calibre S in 2007. I didn't really know much about watches at the time, but Jason Bourne wore a link and Steve McQueen wore a Heuer in Le Mans, so I was sold. The Calibre S was their big release that year boasting a hybrid mechanical/quartz movement with 1/100th of a second chronometer. It was really cool that in the time mode, the chronometer dials functioned as the date. I wore that watch every day for 12 years and loved it. As I learned more about watches, I slowly turned into a watch snob wanting a mechanical movement/sweeping second hand, but I still wear it often and love it.

[@uhsweb-manager2997]

Love my Tags...3 Monacos and the classic Autavia Chrono....wife has 3 also aqua racer, link etc. haters gonna hate but good value. dont care about resale. i dont sell watches. I also have rolex, GS and Omega, blacpain and AP....who cares what others think....high end tags are classic

[@kingofthebridge8339]

This is a man who knows. Those who have never held a monaco will never realise how special that piece is. The steve mcqueen one really makes me go weak at the knees.

[@edteach3r]

Another awesome video, thanks John. I am a huge motor racing fan and have loved Heuer since the 60s. I could not afford their earlier watches and was fortunate to pick up a TAG Heuer 2000 20 years ago at a very good price. It has has an ETA quartz and has served as my daily watch since the day I bought it. My TAG is still in immaculate condition and, literally, has travelled the world on my wrist. I am therefore quite partisan towards the watch, despite its poor reputation. I wish I had the the money to buy the limited Jack Heuer chronograph (Autavia re-issue), but this watch is far beyond the budget of a semi-retired teacher. I love, and value, your opinions very much; and always look forward to your videos.

[@colincelso9428]

I have a Monaco and a Carrera, bought both on looks and not fussed on the movements. Both have the 02 movement which is a little noisey but both make me smile when I wear them. It just comes down to taste.

[@LouisMorales-zx3jm]

My tags and other watches I own all make me happy. All that matter.

[@Handburdger]

My first “real” watch was a quartz Aqua Racer that my dad gifted to me when I had my confirmation and that watch has served me extremely loyally for many years. It sits alongside my 2018 SMP and BB GMT and even though I have these higher end pieces, the memories I’ve made with my Tag and it’s sentimental value have made it my permanent “memory watch” and my travel watch. It really is something special to me!

[@smartmouthriveria]

If tag's Price's started at $10,000. Watch collectors would never complain

[@darthvader497]

Have 4 Tags. 2 F1s', Aquaracer cal 16, ceramic bezel and Careera cal 6... Cal 16 and cal 6 at +/-2 sec per day. Love them all.

[@antoniomorales2544]

Do you recommend the Caliber 6? I wanna buy the F1 Caliber 6

[@Wooooosaaaaaa]

Tags back and been back for a few years now

[@gianpakasa]

I had a41mm, Ceramic Aquaracer, i sold it and i bought a 43mm Steel bezel Aquaracer, i sold it and now i have the Pepsi GMT Aquaracer, i do dive with them and i wear it every day. Very precise watches, amazing bracelet, maybe i'd like to see more quality in the dial and the hands...Anyway, the price is always 30 to 40% less than the declared one, so, TAG is very good!

[@Thomas-se3tb]

What were your thoughts on stepping up to the 43 from the 41?

[@gianpakasa]

@@Thomas-se3tb mainly the overall looking, for example the hands in the 41 were looking too short and fat...

[@maitrehg]

It's a very recognized brand which manufactures beautiful timepieces. The black ceramic Aquaracer is so pretty.

[@MAELOB]

My first Swiss watch was Formula 1 quartz- now it’s my beater sports watch 15 year old and going strong - 😜

[@rossdev]

My wife bought me an f1 quartz for my 40th. Ten years on still going strong and my 50th gift is a Heuer 02 Senna which I got today. Really fab looking watch with nearly 80 hour power reserve. Next on my radar is Indy 500 Calibre 16.

[@danielmcnulty4404]

Same for me. I got mine ten years ago and still looks good after being a beater for about 8 years.

[@ref6122]

Tag Heuer should drop the “Tag” , cut out the connected watches and quartz. Concentrate on their core strengths and traditions like Breitling is trying to do.

[@JohnPWatches]

They are actually spending a lot of effort on digital :(

[@itstime5390]

@@JohnPWatches actually isn't it smart watch technology?

[@basswars7060]

Absolutely!

[@tippykaffu4047]

The smartwatch thing is actually pretty genius as it is something non-watch people would wear.

[@karleintracht4958]

@@JohnPWatches such a pity that they think quartz/smart watches are the future. Leave Smart watches to Apple and Samsung and focus on what made them great. They should drop the F1 line in its entirety though.

[@techsavingslab1055]

I have three TAGs in my small collection. I understand they sit in a certain price bracket but I didn't know anything about their quality of movement. I wanted one for three different occasions, I think they look and feel great and I'm very happy with them.

[@petbull7038]

To the casual enthusiast, working class guy Tag serve as an affordable way to own a real swiss watch with some style A nice watch with some heritage at a price us working stiffs can afford. Only until I got more into watches did I discover the wide world of niche brands and controversy about the tag brand. In any case, I wanted a versatile timepiece that could be used in any situation and I bought a tag and haven't regretted it at all.

[@annonymouslibertairian9120]

Tag is a beginner watch.... phase 2. You have your Tissots and your Hamiltons in your under $2000 range. You are into collecting. You are starting to understand quality. You are paying attention to movements. And you want to take the next step but you don't have an Omega or Rolex budget. Tag's your brand. I think they sell quality watches for fair market value. Father-in-law has a 30 year old Link that he wears everyday, still looks and runs great. BUT..... they are guilty of also selling junk with their logo on it to people who just want to say they own one (quartz aquaracers, smart watches). Their products in the $3000+ price point are good watches. Good quality for the price, good value. But if you are buying a $1200 quartz watch.... you are buying the label and not the watch. It's jewelry and not a time piece.

[@twinturboinfinitiq60az]

I love my three Tags! I have two Grand Carreras and one Link. One Grand Carrera is 40mm Gold & SS with a white face. It's just beautiful! People just look at it and keep looking at it. Stunning. The SS Grand Carrera big date 43mm is gorgeous as well. Chronometers are both. The Link is quartz. 39mm gold & SS with a sweet mother of pearl dial. Great grab and go watch! If watch snobs don't like my Tags, I don't care! There's too many frumpy overweight men sporting high end watches that they believe their watch brand gives them a pass. No, it does not!

[@watchgeek3977]

I have a Tag Heuer which I have been wearing for 100 years and have not had a single problem.

[@brianpalay]

What you said about the difference between lower end and higher end TAGs is really interesting and I think totally on point. I recently bought an Aquaracer 500M Calibre 7, which is so rare I had to make a video of it for my channel because there were zero videos of that model on here. (Mine's still the only one.) I'm not even a watch channel, but there was just no representation of the model. Anyway I feel it is a pretty nice quality feeling watch. The clasp has solid hinge arms and push buttons, and I know some lower end models have stamped arms and stamped fold-over closures. And the movement, since it's not the regular Calibre 5 ETA/Sellita grab bag, is an ETA 2893-2 which is solid. That said, I know it does not equal something like a Seamaster Diver 300M in build or movement, but since I got it for about $800 off retail due to it being a new old stock model from a few years back, it was about $2000 less than a Seamaster, and I wasn't going to shop in that price range just yet. If I was spending $4000 to $6000 I'd probably be shopping Omega. But I wasn't going to, so I'm happy with TAG as another choice among brands like Oris, Longines, higher end Seiko, etc.

[@joncalvo3591]

Hi John P I’m somewhat new to the watch Hobby. 5 years now, 30 watches, and probably 2 hours a day watching watch you tubes by all the “Big” KZbin producers. My General perception is while they all review watches from $500 to let’s say $70,000, they all lean to Rolex level watches. That said, they all are pretty cool with watches sub 4K. But you, Good Sir, act like any watch that doesn’t measure up to Rolex level are “poor” low level. In my collection, I have Three Automatic Tag Huer and Two Quartz Tag’s. I bought the all five years ago. Great style, fairly accurate, all reasonably priced. Three Oris, Three Hamiltons, Two BB58 Tudors. All really good movements and Awesome to wear. Sadly, sir, this video, to me, is the Highest Watch snobbery I’ve Ever seen in literally thousand of views in my five years. I get the feeling that watches you Approve of are in the Rolex level. You probably only drive Mercedes and Live on Ocean Front homes with you’re Playboy model wife. I consider my first five watches I bought, which were Tag Hauer probably as stylish and accurate as you’re high end watches. Thankfully, when I finally need to service them, it will only cost me $400 instead of youre $1,300 service. I don’t mean to be rude good sir, but this video is the most snobbish and disrespectful to lower brands, sub $4,000.

[@paulhaas4299]

I bought an Aqua Racer recently. I did it for the were ability and it's good looking. I can use it every day and not worry if I put a scratch on it or ding it. I can't say the same for my Rolex.

[@spsingh-qr4zq]

Hv 3 tags since 1995. No problems at all. Moved fm rolex oyster to tag and hv nvr regretted. Wear wat pleases you n not be a brand snob or slave.

[@voidifremoved]

Ever since I was a kid I wanted a Formula One. I love the look of it. I purchased a brand new quartz one box and papers for less than 500 dollars. It makes me feel good and confident when I wear it. I don't know why. I have 20 watches in my collection and it my top go to quartz. I also sold a blue aquaracer which I sold for a 70% profit, but will be buying another one because I regret selling it.

[@DanijelTurina973]

Honestly, I bought a Carrerra calibre 5 with Selita movement and after having it adjusted initially, it's been excellent, accurate within 5 seconds, no problems whatsoever, looks great and I love it. I had more problems with the steel bracelet scratching my laptop than with the watch itself.

[@millersciencesms762]

Great video. As a Monta owner, you're 100% correct. The quality and customer service is outstanding for the price. Of course they don't have the overhead so they can deliver more.

[@jasonsfam]

Just got my first Tag yesterday. Actually bought 2 (his/hers). Love it. Carrera CBM2112.FC6455. Blue Face, Automatic, Chrono, with light brown leather band. Such a unique look, I had to have it.

[@sagarnarasimhan4971]

I recently bought a Tag Aqua racer GMT after considering so many alternatives. I own 2 rolexes (sub & deepsea) and 2 Omega planet oceans, but none of these are GMTs. I needed a not-so-expensive travel watch that can give me at least 2 time zones while I am travelling in Europe this fall. After extensive search, I narrowed it down to 2 - Tudor and Tag. After much deliberation, I finally bought the Tag. Here are the things that swayed my decision towards Tag (compared to Tudor): 1. Both watches are almost in the same price range. 2. Tag has the "cyclops" so I can see the date very clearly (this is the problem with Omegas, Rolex sea dweller and Tudor) 3. Tag has the quickset date function and, with the crown in the first position, you can also move the hour hand independently when you reach your destination. 4. With the rotating bezel, you can also check the 3rd time zone quickly. 5. Finally (this is my personal preference), I like 42 - 44 mm watches - Tudor (41 mm) is too small for my taste. This is my first Tag and I love it. Buy the one that you like and don't go by all the nonsense on you tube.

[@pierrebarr]

Tag was my first real watch back in 2011 and it looks and works great. Tag Formula 1 Indy 500 special edition CAH101B.BA0860. Excellent watch.

[@TigerDavidson]

I’m a race car nut and Tags history in Motorsport had me respecting them as a brand subconsciously from a very a young age. That said, your point about the lack of movement clarity bothers even me, definitely a more casual collector. Only because in what feels like the decade, the price they charge warrants much more investment in the movement (to your point). It’s because of this, even having always said The Carrera 38mm chronograph variations are hands down my favorite watch, I have the hardest time justifying buying one. Thanks John - good chat

[@JoeGiz64]

Great content John! What’s with the sweater? It’s June in Miami!!

[@sascharohs9590]

My First was a Monza Calibre 36 with the Pimero Movement . And it's a really beautiful watch !

[@laszloszonyi]

I have a Monaco, a Carrera, a Professional Golf and I never had a problem. I love Tag Heuer!

[@billymania11]

Another commenter had it right. Buy a Tag with a bargain price and you’ll be happy. The problem is actually the other brands and their sky high prices. Rolex and Omega are simply pricing their stuff too damn high.

[@MidEnginedFan]

I'm glad I'm subscribed and really enjoyed your professional thoughts on this subject. You make great points about it so keep up the honest opinions. So, my first "luxury" watch was from my girlfriend (now my wife) and it was the Caliber 16 Carrera automatic chrono. Love it and going on 9 years with it. Then I got more into the watch hobby and now I see the flaws in it: Terrible lume, "meh" bracelet, clunky feeling pushers, a tad large for my slender wrist. But that's because I'm more informed; had I not gotten into the hobby I'd still think very highly of it so their marketing team did a good job in that respect, LOL. You're right, some of the micro-brands just about kill it in bang-for-the-buck. Anyway, it's a keeper for me due to the emotional/sentimental aspect of it and it still makes me smile with the many memories I've had with it, including specifically wearing it on our wedding day. At the end of the day it's what it does for me that matters.

[@MrDeengels]

I have two Tags that are near and dear to my heart. They have never failed me and I see them often

[@jetpilot1971]

Tags do serve a purpose for the budget minded as well as the quality conscious. As you saw in this video, Tag runs the gamut from cheap to upper mid priced watches. Is that bad? Does Mercedes produce to one socioeconomic group? If you buy entry level, you get entry level. If you buy the more quality pieces, you can be assured that you have a good product. Tag Heuer uses off the shelf movements from ETA and Salita. Both of these companies make very robust and reliable movements, most of which are based on Valjoux 7733/7750 with slight modification to fit the application. That isn’t a bad thing. Most watchmakers use variations of these movements and get away with less criticism than Tag. Even the mighty Rolex once used Valjoux movements, so don’t be so quick to call all Tags garbage just because Tag have chosen to play in all segments of the watch business. In the end, they hold a larger market segment with excellent brand recognition and loyalty. Not everyone is Patek/Vacheron/Moser/Breguet collector. Most people just want a quality watch for the price paid. Tag, among others, fit that bill.

[@nicolasansom2681]

This is a balanced and informative take on it - thanks!

[@romirjakupi6050]

Wonderfully explained! Top video!

[@MoMo-ft3ls]

Thanks for your review

[@aerontownsley4348]

I love tag Heuer, ever since I got my 1997 2000 series auto (wk2117) it's amazing and runs and +-1s per day

[@nekiaslater450]

Great Video!! I was just thinking about purchasing an Aquaracer!

[@frostysenna2687]

I’ve owned a formula 1, an aquagraph and a Carrerra flyback. All ten plus years ownership, just don’t expect any resale value.

[@1000lightyrs]

I've owned heaps of TAGHeuer's in my decade in this hobby. And I hold them in the same regard as all the Omega's, Rolex's, Breitling's, IWC's and everything else I've also owned. Very solid watches, with their own unique character. My old Link calibre 7 2892 based movement is one of my favourite watches ever.

[@abdullabatni77]

Same, i own a couple IWC, TAGs, Omega, Grand Seiko, high end Citizen watches, and my favorite is still the blue dail caliber 1887, i even bought the blue dail IWC Ingeneuir because its cool to have a watch called the Engineer (its my profession) but mostly because when i saw it reminded me of the 1887 as its has similar looks, and i don't care what everyone says about it, it looks sporty, elegant and classy, oh, and i hate Rolexes, except the Sky Dweller, that is one heck of a watch

[@MrLeafsta]

Even at a young age, tag Heuer was often spoke about in the circles along with rolex, omega etc. I remember looking at an automatic copy from abroad and I loved the case details, but bare in mind tag don't make any automatic watches for less than 1500 GBP, Sterling. I currently own a formula 1 calibre 5 and the detail is fantastic and the watch looks and feels great. I'm not overly impressed with the quartz line up of their watches.

[@uwish135]

My tag grand Carrera calibre 6 on leather strap is a thing of beauty

[@basswars7060]

They have a recognizable brand, and some of them look quite nice. Also, you can get one at a good price on the preowned market.

[@LouisMorales-zx3jm]

Yes. You can also lots of other luxury brands pre owned at great prices.

[@flatspin7]

First!?!?!?!!? I had a Tag Autavia Isograph and did really like it. Looked great and was very accurate. I did however sell it to help fund a Breitling Premier B01 (Wheels and Waves) and it’s on a whole other level.

[@Hve801]

I have a Carrera auto that I LOVE, and paid around 800 usd (retail 2500). I think the catch here is to never pay anywhere near retail for this brand and you'll be pretty happy with the bang per buck ratio.

[@josevasquez1781]

Every brand suffers from sales and mostly all established manufactures and respected brands have been thru ups and downs many times, many have exchanged hands numerous times in the past due to boom and bust, recessions and competition. Swatch group has many of my favorite watch companies and Richmont group is another. TagHeuer is heads and shoulders over many out there. TagHeuer fully in-house watches are the real deal but it will cost you, just look at the Carrera blue Dreamer and the skipper exchanging upwards 15-20K I've been trying to get one to but not easy.

[@LouisMorales-zx3jm]

You shouldn’t pay full retail for ANY watch. If you have, well…

[@odadsoid14]

I bought an F1 model back in 2008 (quartz) after several battery changes and no real service still works. Then recently just bought a Monaco calibre 11 for a casual/dress watch. Maybe the reason I like Tag was in the late 80’s early 90’s that’s what I saw in F1 races and also in car magazines. My love of cars came with Tag, LOL.

[@bri13wvu1]

I have had an Aquaracer with a 2824 in it since 2006 and it's been fantastic. It looks great and runs within chronometer specs. I think the Autavia is beautiful, and the classic Carreras are nice. Some of the cleaner formula 1 series automatic and GMT seem pretty solid also. I wish they would trim off some of the lower end quartz/smart watch garbagy stuff, and I'm sure the brand image would improve. I've always liked the sporty racing styling of the brand inspired by TAG combining with Heuer.

[@MikeyDee25]

I bought a blue faced quartz Aqua Racer for daily wear back in 1989. Still have it after 5 battery changes. At the last change it was pressure tested and passed but it was starting to loose its pressure integrity. I was told that TAG doesn't have parts available for replacement anymore so I haven't had the battery changed again for fear that it won't pass the pressure test and it is in need of a new battery again. The new SOLARGRAPH is looking good to me right about now!

[@edwinphua5113]

Tag Heuer is not the best. But frankly, their automatic aqua racer is a good watch. It is very durable, has a nice design, good history, and all that, at a decent price point. I own one and I love it. The hate for tag is over generalised, largely because of their unnecessary differentiate lines (digital, quartz etc), and the lack of focus. Hence, I urge everyone to examine this claim based on specifics.

[@Ace.inc200]

I love Tag. Will always be one of my favorite brands no matter what all the snobs say. Just wear what you want. 🤷‍♂️

[@jblack1979]

I have the blue dial aquaracer auto was my first decent watch and really got me into the hobby has been a great watch only complaint is the bracelet has pins and not screws.

[@anthonybielobockie4991]

I wear a 30yo Tag that has never been serviced except for battery changes, and I've cleaned with a pressure washer. There are no scratches on the glass and still looks and runs great. That is a good watch.

[@matadorputo]

I have a Monaco and a carrera its been with me for 12 years now i never had a problem with my Tags 😊👍🏻

[@fuhau7315]

I have a Tag Monaco and Tag Kirium chronograph and I am proud 😁

[@DrFadoo]

I have the Carrera Heuer 01 skeletonized blue dial and I like it, column wheel in-house and good quality finishing that i bought for a lot less than MSRP. I agree with John that the higher end Monaco, Autavia, Carrera are of good quality!

[@izhamcalpis6996]

i have an aquaracer waf112 which my father gave me . the watch is about 10years or more idk but it still runs great and i absolutely love it !!

[@ridingdreamer]

I wear the Heuer Monaco Gulf Calibre 11 and enjoy every moment of it!

[@jacobjordan6626]

I have a base model formula one that’s my beater for doing stuff outside. I also have a carrera caliber 5 day date. Love both

[@gamingwithmatt3598]

I've own an aquararacer chrono for 10 years now, also a monaco, and i love them, never had a problem with them, I've vacationed with the aquaracer several times, and i have no complaints.

[@comahrn]

I bought an Aqua Racer Caliber 5 in really decent condition for 600 Euro a few years ago. I actually enjoy the watch a lot and it actually is even more accurate than my metas Omega 😅 The crown threading is terrible though. All in all I still consider it one of my best buys and I do wear it quite a lot since I don't have to really be careful with it. And while I wouldn't advise anyone to get one new, they can be a great preowned buy. Really enjoy your videos and good safe on the Aquaracer Formula1 mixup 😝

[@rogertoledo478]

John, your ending statement is so accurate. Example, take Hamilton with ETA 2892 on their pilot's and outstanding quality at $600 or a bit higher, compare to many other brands at so much higher prices for the same movement and quality.

[@randombloke10]

My Carrera Calibre 5 Day-Date is a top grade Selitta movement, whoever regulated it at TAG Heuer did a smashing job, started at +10 seconds, settled to +4 seconds after a month and has for years now stayed within -1 - +2 seconds depending on use. It's a great watch, case is fantastic, movement is clearly visible with access to the Selitta stamping... honestly I had to put up with all the BS from watch forums trying to crap on TAG and frankly 8 years later they all knew nothing, QC has been fantastic, the watch is and has been solid. Don't listen to sheep, be a lion and tread your own path.

[@robertfolk4583]

I bought my T-H 4000 diving watch in January of 1998. Other than batteries every 4 or 5 years, it has been flawless. Never loses any time over the year, and still looks great to this day. Have never had the need for an official servicing either. I am a big fan of Tag Heuer watches.

[@alejandrotabosky946]

I bought my first watch back in 1994 when I was studying University in Philly. It was a Formula 1 Tag Heuer that I still keep it. I bought it thanks my tipping proceeds delivering Chicken wings ;-)

[@rbemuscle6058]

Nice man 👍

[@musseltrix6472]

I own a 2019 Carrera Calibre 5 Day Date, Gold indices and a brown croc strap, incredible, beautiful, I've had loads of compliments. Sporty but dressy, sophisticated but masculine. So what that it has a Sellita Sw220-1, no problem servicing these movements. Runs at plus 4 secs per day on wrist, I'm happy with that. Plenty of history and heritage too, people say you pay for the heritage, I don't ever jump on the band wagon of what other people say, people are mostly sheep and go along with whatever a perceived opinion is, although I must say, Tags from the 90's and early 2000's were definitely questionable in quality. Tag heuer automatic watches are decent, the Autavia and Monaco are excellent and there's no question that they are luxury watches.

[@johnhaynes2753]

My first real watch was a Tag Aquaracer caliber 5, proud moment, which became a gateway to a Baume & Mercier then wanted more and got my Omega Deville, then a Seamaster 120 which needed a Speedmaster to keep it company and then lead me to my Rolex. This beloved Tag had open the doors to my obsession to luxury watches which has sparked my wife and sons interest in there own watch collection-my son was 13 years old when he got his first Omega seamaster and cherishes it and my wife couldn't live without a Cartier tank-all because of my initial interest for an Aquaracer 6 years ago.

[@jasonong7097]

I have one of their flagship Carrera model. But you get higher quality movements for lower price with brands such as Ball, Longines, Hamilton anytime.

[@MrRea112]

TAG Heuers may be a great entry watch for a newbie but unless you’re buying a Monaco or Autavia (both now branded HEUER) why would you spend $7-10,000 on a watch brand the person next to you paid $700 for? - albeit a quartz model that carries the same name? At the higher end JLCs or Breguets represent so much genuine cred. And you’ll always appreciate the quality.

[@MrRea112]

P M B I One’s unlikely to buy any new Rolex for $700, not even a quartz one or a Tudor. That’s their strength.

[@sbsb4995]

What do I think? I think you are spot on. Very, very well said. And I really hope tag heuer is watching this video.

[@ovibee4023]

I have a Grand Carrera Calibre 36. Beautiful watch. What do you think about Ball Watches? I’d love to see a video on them.

[@chriscon8463]

My auto TAG 2000 that I bought in ‘04 was my first real watch. I admit I paid too much for it! I probably wouldn’t buy it again; there are so many other good options available. That said, it’s been great & I don’t hesitate to wear it anywhere. I’ve had it serviced once & it’s +5 sec/day. Also, when I was looking to buy my first real watch, I also considered a Rolex Explorer. I recently looked at what an ‘04 explorer would bring now...dang.

[@lcoscarella]

Bought 2 TH Formula 1. Both had the following issue: When winding the watch using the crown, the latter snapped becoming loose. Took the first one for repair (on warranty) and they did repair it, but I noticed that sometimes it falls back having to correct the time. BTW, this is a 3k watch. Second watch is been repaired as we speak and waiting for it, hopefully I'll get it back soon. In my experience, the quality is far from what I expect from a 3k watch, but the design is cool and they fit into my budget.

[@guenthermarschall01]

you nailed it with the movement issue. the problem with tag heuer (to me) is, you get the same quality for much less money (longines, tissot, some micro brands) or better quality for the same money. (breitling, wempe, other micro brands) they are charging much to much for their brand. i would say the best way to make TH respectable again is to give them cosc movements - all of them. that's the least they should do for the money they charge.

[@jmseetoo]

I think my Monaco and Aquaracer Calibre 5 are both very good watches. I think their reputation has suffered from schizophrenic styling and they seem to be doing something about that with the more Heuer type of watches being toned down and the more "TAG" (trendy) watches being almost another category.

[@user-sz5dt9ih7f]

I never could figure out why Tag Heuer is a much criticized brand of watch. Now, I know. I have a Tag Heuer watch which I bought for around $1,500 about 10 years ago. It's a quartz watch, but is pretty solid. I actually love this watch. However, I will be a lot more careful purchasing a TH watch in the future. Thank you very much!!!

[@rj-yr4ql]

My daily watch is an automatic Tag Heuer Aquaracer for over a decade now. I wear it everyday. I have never had to have it serviced. And it tells accurate time all the time, provided it is properly wound up. No complaints whatsoever.

[@kevinl.7487]

I have a Tag Heuer WE1122-R Professional and it looks as good as the day I bought it in 1997. The only issue with it is the luminescence last 5 minutes due to its age. It’s a great every day watch, light well made and nice looking. The key to keeping any watch in tip top shape is having it serviced and water tested every two-three years.

[@daviddoyle2738]

I think you nailed it. While TH generally makes a good watch, I am frustrated that I must pay over $4000 to get a quality product. Especially when I look at the Japanese brands and the value for money they bring to the table.

[@burtmustin3829]

My first swiss watch was a Carrera calibre 16 CV2010. Runs +2 sec/day and is a great every day piece.

[@philliphurley3883]

I worked in insurance and produced policies insuring the making of Tag Heuer watches. The actual cost of producing Tag Heuer watches was ten percent of the retail price.

[@SirStamford27]

The 1960's Carrera chronograph is an absolute classic. Beautiful.

[@romanopeterj]

Hi John, great video as always. I would love your thoughts on a new brand Norqain. They have been getting a lot of buzz from the watch press. I see them as a new version of Bremont but I do like both Bremont and Norqain.