Opinion on Tag Heuer?

danielhurst

Ooooh, I LOVE that, that's gorgeous in my eyes. Of course, nothing will beat my SM300 Bond, but it's on very close par to it. Where am I best to look for to get discounts on the Aquaracers? Not too bothered what the "haters" say, at this moment in time, It's more about me getting a well made swiss rugged piece, where I will then be able to save up and get a more respected piece - after all, this is my first purchase 😀

Hijak

No one here has bashed Tag...yet.😉 Had an Aquaracer myself, one of the best blue dials ever IMO!👍

Liked it a lot, like I said above one of the best blue dials (that this picture does not capture), bullet proof 7750 movement and very legible!👍 Ended up selling it because there were things I wanted more. Like any other watch company, there are things they do well and other things not so well.

On a different note those Seiko PADI watches (like that 009 too) are deffinetly getting my attention for a rugged do all watch!👍

marcnorth

You don't justify, you rationalize. 😉 Your S.O., if you have one, will always point this out. 😀

Foo2rama

The Pogues not a diver but a vintage Chrono. In fact a specific color scheme on the first auto chronograph from Seiko and named after an astronaut. Vintage Seiko requires a bit of research to get the most out of your dollar. There are a lot of pieces together watches out there.

Basically there are 2 divers under $300 new for Seiko. The SKX and the new turtle aka SRP. The turtle rerelease is inspired from the 6309 diver from the 80's and a bit earlier.

They differ in case and slightly in movement. The SKXhas a more traditional case and the turtle has a slightly better movement with hacking and hand winding. Both are available in all black and Pepsi.

The PADI edition is a slightly different color scheme and I believe available on a few different Seiko. There is another limited edition SRP the Blue Lagoon which replaces the red with light blue.

BPD

Yea, it's a great watch. Well built, solid & weighs like a brick! When I go diving, I use this one over my Submariner. You can find Aquaracers on the grey market, should you take this course, for 40% off (this was the d iscount the last time I checked). I got mine at my AD for 30% off taxes in 👍

STANDY

Try a Certina DS watch ( look them up and find out all about the DS system )
Swiss made owned by swatch who owns Omega

My DS-3 1000m

xgeryx

I'm surprised how little love the TH 844 diver gets 😀

I recently sold one and had it for almost two years while saving up for my dream Rolex.

If you are after a diver that can take the dirt but you can wear it with a shirt as well then look no further. If you don't mind the size at 45 mm (crown included) then it's a nice diver to get.

And it's discontinued as it was produced only between 1985 and 1990. Reliable ETA2872 automatic movement, quick date set, aluminum bezel etc. [emoji1319]

BillLundberg

I have seen Tags on display cases, the aqua racer is a really nice watch, nice finishing, good Swiss movements. I almost got me one, but I waited until I could get my grail watch, an Omega Seamaster 300 electric blue.

Have you looked at Squale, Steinhart more of a Rolex homages

Best regards,

STANDY

Here is a cool link for Certina

http://www.certina.com/ds-concept


And a great Seiko tuna link

https://thespringbar.com/blogs/guides/the-seiko-tuna-collectors-guide

danielhurst

Amazing, that's the one. I would be more than happy to own that whilst saving up, and getting the confidence in making the SM300 purchase later down the line. It's the style, size and colour that sells it. I also like it on both straps, the leather, and metal bracelet both wok really well together. Is the TH 844 it's on series or is part of the Aquaracer or 1000 for example - I'm completely new to the TAG market so knowledge is very limited for now! 😜