The TAG Heuer Aquaracer 300 Date & GMT give fans what they want

The Carrera and Monaco are icons, but we here at Time+Tide have a bit of a soft spot for the TAG Heuer Aquaracer - especially since the brand's refresh of the Aquaracer range in 2021, and extra-especially the Aquaracer Professional 300, which is the flagship of the range. The angularity of its dodecagonal bezel, octagonal lume plots and slabby case - as well as its luxury tool watch credentials at an extremely reasonable price - there's a lot to love.
However, there are two tweaks that many TAG fans have been wishing for the Aquaracer. Firstly, the Professional 300 has, until now, been available in 36mm and 43mm sizes - the former's too small and the latter's too big. It's also suffered from a somewhat underwhelming 38-hour power reserve. Thankfully, TAG Heuer has addressed both those concerns, refreshing the Aquaracer Professional 300 range with new Date and GMT models in Goldilocks 42mm cases, and now featuring a more impressive, COSC-certified movement, as Andrew explains.
-------------------------------
www.tagheuer.com/au/en/timepi...
-------------------------------
Brand - TAG Heuer
Model - Aquaracer Professional 300 Date, Aquaracer Professional 300 GMT
Reference Number - WBP5110.BA0013, WBP5110.FT6257, WBP5111.BA0013, WBP5111.FT6259, WBP5116.BA0013, WBP5114.BA0013, WBP5114.FT6259, WBP5115.BA0013
Case Dimensions - 42mm (D) x 12mm (T) x 48mm (LTL) (Date), 42mm (D) x 13.45mm (T) x 48mm (LTL) (GMT)
Case Material - Stainless steel
Water Resistance - 300 metres, screw-down crown
Crystal(s) - Sapphire
Dial - Black, blue or green lacquered wave pattern (Date), blue or green lacquered wave pattern (GMT)
Strap - Rubber strap or three-link bracelet, both with folding clasps and micro-adjust
Movement - Calibre TH31-00, Sellita AMT base, automatic, COSC (Date), Calibre TH31-03, Sellita AMT base, automatic, COSC (GMT)
Power Reserve - 80 hours
Functions - Hours, minutes, seconds, date, unidirectional diving bezel (Date); hours, minutes, seconds, date, GMT, bidirectional GMT bezel (GMT)
Availability - Available from June 2024
Price - CHF 3,700 (~US$4,100) (Date), CHF 3,900 (~US$4,300) (GMT)
-------------------------------
Read more articles: timeandtidewatches.com
Shop: shop.timeandtidewatches.com
Subscribe to / @timeandtidetribe too!
-------------------------------
MB01OTIXZLPJ5VH
INSTAGRAM
@timetidewatches
@timetidetribe
TikTok
www.tiktok.com/search?q=timea...
T+T Shop Instagram
/ timetideshopau

[@Dialandhands]

The green is killer!! Love the new dial pattern too.

[@stevens1041]

Brilliant. Finally the Aquaracer has the movement it deserves. COSC and 80 hours, 4 HZ, ceramic bezel. Dare I say this watch is a great deal.

[@AndrewMcUtchen]

Punching

[@WristwatchWorkshop]

Hats off to Heuer, they've taken customer feedback on board and refined the next iteration accordingly. The looks are going to draw parallels with the current generation Seamaster, but I don't know that being compared to one of the best dive watches of all time is a bad thing. I expect TH fans to buy these in droves.

[@AndrewMcUtchen]

They're a great alternative, with different aesthetics

[@watches202]

Tag is not stupid. They don't need our feedback guys.

[@user-df2mn5bx2q]

​@@watches202when 43s dont sell and forums are crying for more wearable sizes, you bet they hear the forums.

[@edjustice7755]

Thx for taking into these new pieces, love when manufacturers listen to the end users . While they cannot give everything, refreshing to see that the ppl are having some influence. Some nice Pieces for sure, that Blk as a daily driver (or diver) is almost a no brainer for moi.

[@AndrewMcUtchen]

Pleasure!

[@thegorn]

Officially certified Chronometer! Nice one! I've been waiting for TH to step up and get more of their pieces chronometer rated. If Breitling do it for all their watches, then TH can and should for at least half. Not for for the entry level Formula 1, but just about everything else should be IMHO. Combined with the updated design and OTF adjustment clasp and 80 hour power reserve - wow TAG.. wow!

[@josips4281]

Tag is really on fire. From a brand I would think I'll never buy to brand that I'll pick up in future. Really like these new aquaracers.

[@Momo_8k]

Are you under 40? Tag was very revered back in the 90s/2000s. Carrera was my first luxury dream watch

[@tschoy9388]

Overall is much advance to the old models, especially the power reserve is 80 hours. A big step forward. The Green Green diver and Blue/Black & Green/Black GMT is the most eye catching. I have agreed Tag is listening to customers what their need.

[@andres6666]

100%. And I really appreciate having 80hours at 4Hz which is a whole different feeling to 3Hz. Quick extension on the clasp, so important. Small height, which makes it even preferable against Tudor. And the green/black GMT is perfect as Rolex is only offering a lefty and it does have its own design identity.

[@andrewd7586]

Andrew I bought the 39mm Carrera date last year with silver dial & love it! I was & am still looking at the Aquaracer. These new models are ticking my boxes. Hasten slowly…🙏🏻🤤👍🏼

[@pahngyauh13]

LOVE the night surfer! Kudos for being the first to share, that Batman is 🔥🔥🔥

[@ryannewby447]

Finally after several years of poor releases. These look very very good. Loving the different colours and dials.

[@romanopeterj]

They look great but I would wait for a 40MM size with the next iteration.

[@nikouai]

Totally agree. The previous 200m 40mm ones were perfectly sized, but bringing all these improvements would make me finally buy one :)

[@infernogamers168]

Hoping for a 38mm 🙏🏼

[@chrisedwards4382]

I picked mine up from my local Tag dealer today in the U.K. My oh my, what an absolutely stunningly beautiful piece of art. Wow 🤩 ❤️

[@FillyDing]

I saw these in person at a boutique a few days ago and was stunned, they look very clean and nice! For the 300m line, they're the perfect size imo.

[@AndrewMcUtchen]

Yes, small changes, big differences

[@acewings221]

Which one do you think looks better in person? The green or blue? Leaning towards green but they both look stunning

[@FillyDing]

@@acewings221 I personally like the blue. However, I am biased since I have the previous version in blue

[@imanolcamblor]

Absolutely insane! Love them all!

[@thetrainingcoop]

My wife has 2 smaller Aquaracers that appearantly have had that wavy dial for longer (she bought hers maybe a year and two years ago) and the dial is indeed gorgeous, especially her teal version. Honestly, I think the complete package of hers, and now these, hits well above their weight. I know it’s not exactly apples to apples but I’d wear the new Aquaracers happily as an alternative to, for instance, my Submariner or Pelagos.

[@leesh771]

These new ones are really really nice. Stunning new timepieces. Well done TAG

[@rob_ah_]

I bought a green 300 Date for my collection on day one, and the adjustability of the strap has moved it to a near-daily wearer. Very comfortable.

[@udosmesovsky5904]

Andrew, thanks for presenting this new Aquaracer "stuff". You teased me with that and I need to check them out immediately! The green Date and the black/blue GMT are my favorites. Pls. go on with your great watch videos! Cheers, Udo

[@zhicaofang2354]

Gotta say these releases did change my view on Aquaracer. I am a big fan of TAG Heuer, my first luxury watch is a TAG Heuer link that I've owned for 17 years, and I recently bought the Glassbox chronograph precisely because it is way more compact and wearable than the previous 42-44mm TH chronographs. I can say for sure that the new Aquaracer does the same for me and I have added both GMT models to my try-on-wrist list!

[@jamesj97370]

I don't get the hate for Tag, always liked the look of their watches and these look very premium. Buy the watch you like and don't listen to anyone else!

[@Momo_8k]

For some reason, Watches are very tribal. I acquired an early 2000s carrera which has excellent finishing . Miles better than any Tudor I’ve handled.

[@SIZZO76]

I agree 😊

[@SIZZO76]

@@Momo_8kTUDOR is TRASH😂😂😂

[@Cosaamia]

Go look at the watches yourself. To many lemmings base their opinions and comments on what the see on channels like this

[@jamesbramwell1454]

I think the 'hate' comes from the movements where the price isn't justified. These however look brilliant and I can't wait to see one in the metal!

[@robcameron9351]

I’ve always loved the aquaracer and this update is spot on

[@lastrasp]

Finally got to try one yesterday. Really impressed. The small changes in size have a big effect. Green date version is it for me. Now to get one! Great explanation video as always!

[@gianpakasa]

Bravi !!! Always been my favourite series, i had 3 of them, and everytime i had to sell it because they were too big for me. But i miss each of them!!! Now they nailed it!! 💯💯💯 the Batman one is 💯💯💯

[@paulkukula6541]

Thanks Andrew. Already liked the Aquaracer, but these improvements are great. I’ll have to behave, so the missus lets me pull the trigger on one. Great review.

[@MrGeirSteinar]

I’ve been holding out, but … these look great - especially the GMT 👍

[@garethdyos8018]

I was on the fence about the Aquaracer but these improvements are very welcome!

[@StachuTropiciel]

Green GMT just great! 80h, bracelet, dial, dimetions... TAG finally made a great diver!

[@P-UL]

Absolutely love the green/ black. The dial incredible. The bezel sparkles. 10/10

[@Bundel_of_Nerves]

Hello! As the owner of an Aquaracer 500m waj2110 (I really like them, but I don’t like the power reserve), this is the first Aquaracer collection in the last 10 years that I really liked, both externally and technically (ceramic bezel, power reserve, cool bracelet)! This collection is really making me think about updating my 1-hour set, I hope the feel in my hands will make a good impression as well!

[@AmitBhandari82]

Andrew you REAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLY need to do more of these. SO good.

[@Timeandtidewatches]

Noted!

[@BRV2728]

Really like it. My next piece I wanted a blue Breitling superocean (previous gen) but I might get one of these instead

[@hanwaisproperty]

I have the blue Aquaracer from 2 generations ago, got it in 2016. 8 years on, it still look great and love it. I'm really likeling the all Green dial and bezel, gorgeous! The sprite (green and black mix) is trying too hard to be like a Rolex, imho.

[@andrew811ful]

Definitely gonna save up to buy one of these... I always felt attracted to the 300 Aquaracer but the size held me back from pulling the trigger.

[@marcusflack1523]

yessssss

[@cdogg86]

Top notch. This is actually making me consider this watch instead of the new Black Bay 58 GMT. Obviously slightly larger size but the case thickness seems to be really great. I'm assuming it's still a quick set hour hand? The ceramic bezel looks great The dial is killer. Wow. Not usually the biggest TAG Heurer fan but this is making me take a look at them when they come available at my local AD.

[@marcusflack1523]

nice one. decisions decisions huh! But I agree this is a very attractive move from Tag. Slowly honing in on the sweet spot.

[@uwe7445]

So far there has always been somthing with this watch what stopped me from buying it. But the latest release seems to be a piece to go for. Thumbs up!

[@arthurdub7901]

These look so much better than Rolex submariners

[@navarrolevel7]

Said no one ever

[@WordMadeFlesh777]

@@navarrolevel7he just said it. So there you go.

[@LouisMorales-zx3jm]

A must see. Honestly. Looks great.

[@kl2991]

The green dial is fire! Way to go Heuer!

[@pavXX]

Really really like the new offerings. GMT is "must have" for me. Love the dials.

[@SillytanN]

why just we cant have an automatic dive watch with ceramic bezel in 40mm? why is no body doing it?

[@nickramos231]

Only a me I have seen is the Rolex submariner for 3 times the price at 40mm. I hate the huge watches

[@serifdincer208]

Stunning watches they did a amazing job omega must do something

[@brownhairydog6472]

Until they upgrade their movements I can't see them seriously competing with omega or tudor.

[@SIZZO76]

@@brownhairydog6472Tudor is trash 🗑️ 😂

[@user-df2mn5bx2q]

​@@brownhairydog6472they did upgrade. 80 hr pr and cosc. What else do you want?

[@MDSkai]

@@brownhairydog6472 imagine the prices once that happens !

[@Jay_Bee1]

With those prices, that’s a direct knockout punch to Tudor, great to see! It will push Tudor to do something, perhaps release a new GMT color ASAP

[@alextryan]

plus Tudors are ugly :-P

[@Batmanananana]

Awesome vid! Found two videos on the watch so far and this is properly extansive, so big thnx! Black on black one is killer. 41mm would've been better, but what can you do..

[@daviddigilio3036]

Great review Andrew. Are the GMT’s caller or flyer? Not a huge deal to me, but it’s curious that no one is mentioning this info. For me, the GMT’s both look outstanding. But I prefer a dive bezel, so I’d probably go for the blue. Will be hitting the Tag boutique soon to see up close.

[@ashane247]

The collection looks awesome 😎. I really like the blue with orange second hand. 80 hrs power reserve is mind blowing.

[@AndrewMcUtchen]

Yeah, it pops hard

[@LouisMorales-zx3jm]

Ok. Went to see this watch and it is really nice. With new specs it is a must see. Both blue and black on bracelet. Soon for me.

[@MaartenAnna]

The green is stunning! What's happening with the Nightdiver & the carbon solargraph?

[@karlsonmackay1453]

If the date was Luminous that for me would be something impressive.

[@minusED]

Midnight blue GMT looks absolutely right and might be that real travel beater

[@user-df2mn5bx2q]

A $4000 beater?

[@infernogamers168]

What a great watch! If it was 38mm I would buy straight away.

[@marcusflack1523]

hahahahaha so many would agree

[@maartenkneiseler]

Absolutely agree. Really like the new design and would consider if it was just around 38/39mm. 😊

[@superfast30]

Im a fan of the new Aquaracer and its new movement!

[@Charlie1821]

100% the Grand Seiko comparison first came to mind (in a good way!). I've had my first aquaracer since 2013 that I still love as a daily that can get banged up. I think it's time for a new one.... but which color?

[@laurac.7721]

Hola. Gracias por el video. Tiene tratamiento anti reflejo interno y externo o solo interno?

[@bobby381]

For the price, I’d go for a Tudor every single time. These are perhaps a little more sporty and not so vintage so depends what your taste is.

[@johanwallman6584]

Tudors are prettier. But sometimes, as a man, you want something more masculine instead of pretty.

[@armenprodromidis2265]

Nice Review.😊. Does the Date change instantly?

[@AZPB12]

Did they get rid of the plastic movement holder?

[@dado380]

You were always on forefront defending the Tag brand and for that I salute you.I am GS fanboy and I know what I am getting for 6k with Grand Seiko,immaculete precision and micro perfection.There is a saying among GS fans “when you are buying GS you need to buy a microscope also to appreciate any GS”. On the other hand I think Tag is a little too overpriced, for decades Tag uses average 2824 with plastic rim protection and charge 4k for it which is just insane!!

[@wristcandy5451]

Huge improvement

[@loganmaxwell4018]

chefs kiss Tag Heuer, chefs kiss!

[@EdmundPorter-ju8kd]

Very nice. It’s an omega without helium escape valve

[@georgiosgeorgouletis4297]

Nice!

[@frankygamaliano7058]

Looks a bit like Omega Seamaster Diver 300 for me esp the bezel & dial. The only thing I dislike is the circular date magnifier.

[@emreisiklar]

A come back! 🎉

[@johnmonachelli5256]

Yeah these are great upgrades bravo tag

[@paulbonaventura4969]

I have the blue 43MM... and this is sweet to see, sucks I have the 43MM with 38hr PR...it's too big ... at 42mm... i don't know that it makes a difference but the L2L will.

[@aiman9710]

I want them all 😂😂😍

[@felixleong6920]

The blue dial is beautiful pcs.

[@dmora2386]

That's a great looking piece, though I'm bothered by how much it looks like my Omega Smp300m. At a glance, it screams omega, but only a glance. I was looking at picking up the new Carerra skipper, ended up with the new Tudor bb gmt 39mm(thats annoying to type BTW).

[@cheecheonglim7626]

Long time coming for the Aquaracer being upgraded to Master Chronometer status. TH should reintroduce the GMT version with the Polar White / Midnite Blue bezel (on the Blue Wave dial) which was an original TH combination. The Batman, Pepsi and Sprite combination are already being used by a variety of brands.

[@LouisMorales-zx3jm]

very good improvement overall with size ,the movement and fair price point. Watch overall looks good. Way to step up TH!

[@Thelimey]

When they release a titanium with black dial I’m in !!!

[@marcusflack1523]

wouldnt that be awesome!!!

[@user-df2mn5bx2q]

Ya, right. Then youll find something else you wished it had

[@kahuhipajae4088]

It’s a hit

[@davidcarrol110]

The black dial version is almost identical to the Heuer 844 from 1979 which is great.

[@imanolcamblor]

Rolex Batman and Sprite Killers indeed

[@rhinohippo55]

I now really want one very Grand Seikoesquie

[@denniskai2331]

Totally liking the new ones .... except for the "weird" hand shapes

[@robcarrier1969]

At the start I thought you were gonna say 'I love the Aquaracer... but the Calibre 5 sucks'. Hahaha.

[@theoverlord1925]

I like the dials they look really nice so well done there . The measurements are much better but what about the lug width ? Are they still making it 21 mm so they can “ push “ their rubber straps at a premium price or have they made it 20 mm or 22mm ? The other point , which for me is the most important and one that Time + Tide never reviews is the weight of the watch. If these are over 130 -135 grams on the bracelet then they will be too heavy for daily wear to be comfortable , at least for myself .The rubber strap in my opinion would have also been better with a traditional pin and buckle instead of the clasp, like on the Omega Seamaster 300M . Not bad , but there still is room for improvement in my opinion.

[@AndrewMcUtchen]

Good point, we SHOULD weigh all watches, that's a great idea.

[@joss.4462]

Oh, your wrist could swell so much after a snake bite. Of course also after a scorpion sting... so the perfect adventure watch.😂

[@arklow3482]

Does the bracelet taper?

[@dukes70]

Need to remove the cyclops from the date and just a square. It should blend into the dial not stand out from it

[@ricster7874]

Does anyone know if the GMT movement is a proper one where you can jump the local time your hand back and forth?

[@dpioli]

when it will be available for sale?

[@seven921914]

Would have loved to see them in a 40mm

[@wesley290]

I like the batman gmt 👍

[@LTV249]

I want this:)

[@dee-ker5867]

Bremont, this is how you do it!

[@alexwelch1520]

Looks nice but would rather have the new Tudor black bay monochrome with metas cert

[@Bredes1]

Safe but boring

[@_MS__]

These look nice

[@redajahrami1889]

Is it office gmt or true gmt,,?

[@thegorn]

Sellita modified movement, so a office/caller GMT, rather than a traveller GMT.

[@alicantaselmas]

Very nice watch but that cyclops at 6 is killing me. If there was no cyclops, or it was at 3, then I'd definitely buy one. Really amazing, but the cyclops is a showstopper for me :/

[@marcdee4427]

Yeah much better size. 43 was to big

[@Rch_P]

Blows me away how everyone hated the last version of this. Hour hand was too fat, hour marker shape bothered some people, cyclops was a turn off, case was too big. They barely changed anything & everybody in this comment section is down on their knees for it. I’m genuinely confused.

[@MikoTheTomCat]

How much do they weigh??

[@danisheverblue]

Whats the power reserve?

[@Bredes1]

Like said in the video, 80 hours

[@thegorn]

He doesn't actually say it, but it is listed at about 8:02 and it's 80 hours for both the 3-hander and GMT

[@danisheverblue]

@@thegorn thank you 😊

[@syedsaadwasti]

Does anyone know if it is anti magnetic?

[@investoriespodcast7744]

Tag. Do a 40mm with a ceramic bezel.

[@alek123ish]

That Aquaracer text on top of the logo is a deal breaker for me 😢

[@DustOfficialPage]

GMT is 🔥

[@lupodisol]

42-43mm is to large! Make the Heuer Aquaracer 38mm and I will make the purchase.

[@user-df2mn5bx2q]

Sure you will. Then youll say its too tiny

[@AGC828]

Only thing holding me back is the office $5900 CAD... Same range as Immensely Speedometer Racing.... Omega is better... Another$20000 Seamaster 300m.. Another _1k Planet Ocean