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2023 TAG Heuer Monza Carbon Flyback Chronograph (CR5090.FN6001)

  1. bpsmith

    bpsmith Jan 12, 2023

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    Definitely a printed dial, as they all look the same, which is impossible with carbon fibre. Always liked that model and still think I should have bought the Black and Gold version, but you can’t own them all I guess.
     
  2. Aquagraph

    Aquagraph Jan 12, 2023

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    But they said...
     
  3. Aquagraph

    Aquagraph Jan 12, 2023

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  4. Aquagraph

    Aquagraph Jan 12, 2023

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  5. ASW

    ASW Jan 12, 2023

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    The description was confusing from Tag. Owning one I can confirm case and lugs are DLC, bezel insert is carbon fibre, bezel is DLC, dial is hybrid print with “flakes” compressed into it or something odd like that. The cost I paid I wouldn’t expect full carbon, but agree it was a bit of an ask at RRP, although now a few years later it’s almost a bargain compared to now.
     
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  6. Aquagraph

    Aquagraph Jan 12, 2023

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    Looking cool and fashionable, as it certainly does, seem to be given precedence over legibility and the presence of actual carbon that the name and look of the watches suggest.

    Indeed, while the dial proffers much eye-appeal it does not eschew practicality. The legibility of each variant is excellent.

    A Blog to Watch versus Escapement.

    When I tried on the gold one I can tell you the legibility was absolutely rubbish.
     
  7. parag

    parag Jan 12, 2023

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    only 4 coming to the UK .... Roll up Roll up
     
  8. Aquagraph

    Aquagraph Jan 12, 2023

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    4 coming to Watches of Switzerland / Goldsmiths boutiques + website? + Oxford Street boutique... = ?
     
  9. bpsmith

    bpsmith Jan 12, 2023

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    Maybe I made the right mice then. Cheers @Aquagraph
     
  10. Aquagraph

    Aquagraph Jan 16, 2023

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    @ericcccccth
     
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  11. paysdoufs

    paysdoufs Jan 16, 2023

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    Still 4 too many, IMHO… ;)
     
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  12. Aquagraph

    Aquagraph Jan 17, 2023

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    A Blog to Watch reckon the watch is red and blue because it is 'Red Bull' colours, which explains why Horner got one
     
  13. imagwai

    imagwai Jan 17, 2023

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    That blue isn't very Red Bull blue.
     
  14. Aquagraph

    Aquagraph Jan 17, 2023

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    No, it isn't.
     
  15. Aquagraph

    Aquagraph Jan 17, 2023

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    But then it's not a 'Red Bull' Monza
     
  16. Mspeedster

    Mspeedster Jan 18, 2023

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    That makes sense. I felt it should've been red and yellow, given it's a "Monza". Perhaps the RB partnership did play a part in the color choice in at least not making it look too Ferrari-ish.
     
  17. YG_Rulz

    YG_Rulz Feb 6, 2023

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    An article from earlier today. "The 2016 TAG Heuer Monza is a rare instance of the remake surpassing the original work, and although the Monza line has since moved on to more complex, aggressive, and futuristic territory, this “best of both worlds” approach remains a beacon to watch brands aiming to create new classics out of beloved vintage models."
    I genuinely think that the new Monza really irked the author which led to this tribute to the CR2080.
    https://www.ablogtowatch.com/time-m...-the-originals-with-the-2016-tag-heuer-monza/
     
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  18. Mspeedster

    Mspeedster Feb 6, 2023

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  19. Aquagraph

    Aquagraph Feb 6, 2023

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    :eek::eek::eek: F I N A L L Y ! ! !
     
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  20. Yago

    Yago Feb 6, 2023

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    Rob you’re always dissin dinkee but they’re the biggest TAG Heuer supporters. Nothing new in this article.