what are the pros and cons for each in a direct comparison
Here is a video I shot so people can know what to expect in terms of sound from the movement. Of course the camera is close to the watch so it will not be this loud irl but like I said, every now and then you can definitely hear it when it is on wrist
I'm not really sure what you're after. Most buy a Monaco because of its looks and heritage.
The Monaco 24's Calibre 36 movement is based on the Zenith El Primero, which is very highly regarded. The downside for me is that these watches are large and not the traditional looking Monaco. Power reserve is about 50 hours. But if you want to buy a Monaco based on its movement, this might be one for you.
The Heuer 02 is TAG Heuer's in-house premium movement with 80 hours of power reserve, it's regarded as better than the Calibre 11 or 12. If you're into having "In-House", this is the one.
The C11 & C12 are basically the same, based on ETA and later Sellita with a with a Dubois-Depraz chronograph module. The main difference is the C11 movement is modified to accommodate the left side crown. Power reserve is 48 hours. The C12 has basically been replaced by the H02 Monaco. If you want the vintage look of the original Calibre 11 Monaco of 1969, the current C11 movement is your only option. Many feel the C11 Monaco's lofty price tag merits a better movement than something based on ETA/Sellita; this is probably the biggest negative. But IMHO, it's more about perception than the movement itself.
Wow yes, it does spin, I鈥檓 sure my Heuer 01 doesn鈥檛 make half as much noise, but maybe it鈥檚 nice to have a living , breathing movement to know it鈥檚 with you.
Thanks for the detailed description , I must admit I do like the gulf dial with the winder on the left, so that would be the cal 11. Let鈥檚 hope that maybe they build a H02 in the same configuration in the future as I would still like an in-house movement for 4000 pounds.
Rumor has it there will be a Gulf themed H02 Monaco early 2022, no crown on the left though
Here is a video I shot so people can know what to expect in terms of sound from the movement. Of course the camera is close to the watch so it will not be this loud irl but like I said, every now and then you can definitely hear it when it is on wrist
Yes the Heuer01 is much less noisy, that rotor doesn't spin like a maniac 馃憤
Rumor has it there will be a Gulf themed H02 Monaco early 2022, no crown on the left though
It's not so much that it's a noisy movement - my cal 17 was just as loud - it's the fact that the Heuer02 is so free spinning (think of a fidget spinner) and it goes on for ages, that it makes it so noticeable.
Yes good point! But still, its actually louder than others for instance the H01 or the 2824 in my Breitling. But like I stated, the video makes it sound extreme, of course it is not as noticeable on wrist.
Unlike everyone else here I think I might be the only one who would prefer if the movement was silent and less wobbly. To me that would be more "sophisticated" for a watch at this pricepoint.
Yes good point! But still, its actually louder than others for instance the H01 or the 2824 in my Breitling. But like I stated, the video makes it sound extreme, of course it is not as noticeable on wrist.
Unlike everyone else here I think I might be the only one who would prefer if the movement was silent and less wobbly. To me that would be more "sophisticated" for a watch at this pricepoint.
You're not the only one. My Rolex and Tudor are both pretty silent and smooth, and it does feel more premium that way. That said, I tend to only notice the Heuer 02 when surroundings are quiet and my wrist is nearer to my ear. Maybe a couple of times a day I'll notice it. In normal use, it tends not to bother me at all.
Here is a video I shot so people can know what to expect in terms of sound from the movement. Of course the camera is close to the watch so it will not be this loud irl but like I said, every now and then you can definitely hear it when it is on wrist
