2015 TAG Heuer Carrera Panamericana Special Edition Quartz- Ref CV1A10

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Hubert

·Oct 29, 2015

Quartz is not so bad. 😀 Sure Quartz pieces won't have the same cache, but they are great when you want virtual-carefree ownership, until a new battery is needed of course. No need to remember to wind them when they are not in use (or keep them in a winder) and the time won't need to be adjusted periodically, like in a mechanical piece.

 

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dtf

·Oct 29, 2015

Agreed, plus you don't accidentally destroy the accuracy with normal usage on a quartz.

 

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albertoct

·Oct 30, 2015

At least they could make a meca-quartz (like Seiko VK63): I'm allergic to ticking seconds hands too, expecially in chronographs.

 

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elbeik

·Oct 31, 2015

^ I use to have an Autodromo with the hybrid movement. Sold it on the bay.

It tries not to tick too much, but still not an automatic.

 

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jay5329

·Dec 7, 2015

Hi guys,

I've just ordered one, my first tag . I'll let you know what I think when it arrives.

 

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Hubert

·Dec 7, 2015

jay5329

Hi guys,

I've just ordered one, my first tag . I'll let you know what I think when it arrives.

Congratulations! 👍

 

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jay5329

·Dec 9, 2015

Hubert

Congratulations! 👍

So, it turns out that Goldsmiths jewellers shouldn't have had it for sale on the website so they have cancelled my order !! So annoyed.

 

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Hubert

·Dec 9, 2015

🙁 Sorry to hear that. Can you order it directly from TAG Heuer?

 

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jay5329

·Dec 9, 2015

Unfortunately not, it's not on the UK
TAG site. It would have been perfect for me, as I don't wear a watch very often but love the Carrera model, so the quartz would suit me more than the auto. The other watch I'm going to look into is the connected. Has anyone had any feedback on them yet? Thanks.

 

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Hubert

·Dec 9, 2015

Yes, read this Post
http://forums.calibre11.com/threads/tag-heuer-connected-your-reactions.31370/

 

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jay5329

·Dec 13, 2015

Hi Hubert,

Thanks for the info, I looked into the connected but decided I wanted a watch that was going to last a long period and not go out of fashion, something I could pass onto my son in the future maybe. I've gone for the aquaracer, model no. CAK2110.BA0833. It's the 500mtr model, 2014/15 I think, (think it's been replaced with a 300m model) I'd be interested to here people's views on the aquaracer as opposed to the Carrera models.

Jay.

 

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Hubert

·Dec 13, 2015

I think you made a good decision. Especially for longevity, retention of value, and the ability to get it serviced indefinitely. The Aquaracer is a fan favorite as well, so nothing to worry about. You should feel very confident about your choice. 😀

Please post pictures when you get it!

 

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jay5329

·Dec 13, 2015

Hubert

I think you made a good decision. Especially for longevity, retention of value, and the ability to get it serviced indefinitely. The Aquaracer is a fan favorite as well, so nothing to worry about. You should feel very confident about your choice. 😀

Please post pictures when you get it!

That's good to know, thanks. I'm collecting it on Thursday so I'll post some pics up once I've got it. As Its only going to be worn on days off and nights out (I'm an elec engineer working on machinery etc so can't wear jewellery) does it need to go into a winder box ?

 

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Hubert

·Dec 13, 2015

It may need to if you don't wear it every day. Or just make it a habit to manually wind it daily and you'll be set. 😀. Cheers!

 

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varoadking

·Dec 31, 2015

Hubert

I'm definitely getting one of these. Availability expected in October for ~$2800.

I will as well...

 

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varoadking

·Jan 1, 2016

Does anyone know the bracelet width? Hoping it is 22mm.
TIA

 

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varoadking

·Jan 5, 2016

varoadking

Does anyone know the bracelet width? Hoping it is 22mm.
TIA

I guess I'll find out soon enough...I ordered one today... 😉

 

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Hubert

·Jan 5, 2016

Great; please post some pictures once you get it!

 

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varoadking

·Jan 13, 2016

Hubert

Great; please post some pictures once you get it!

Got the call today telling me that mine will be shipping soon...😀

 

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varoadking

·Jan 18, 2016

It is alive!



It is more attractive and more substantial than the photos might indicate. More to follow as we become better acquainted...

Edit: Another crappy cell phone picture taken after the bracelet was sized:

Edited: Jan 18, 2016