Reveiw TAG Heuer Carerra Porsche Chronosprint chronograph
- tom zhang
- Oct 19, 2023
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 5
TAG Heuer Carerra Porsche Chronosprint chronograph, released in two versions. This new product launch is a tribute to the 60th anniversary of the TAG Heuer Carrera series and the Porsche 911 series (formerly known as "901"). The two timepieces combine the elements of watches and cars to bring an unparalleled timekeeping experience. . The new watch cleverly blends speed and precision to capture the essence of the extraordinary achievement of the first generation Porsche 901 - accelerating from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 9.1 seconds. This is an important milestone in the development history of the Porsche 911 series.
These two coveted timepieces have been carefully crafted to be beautiful, unique and unforgettable. They are not only a tribute to a glorious past, but also exude an inspiring connotation. This timepiece is available in steel and gold versions, both of which display unique design concepts. The visual presentation of speed and acceleration on the watch dial is eye-catching. The red line on the outer edge of the dial reflects the achievement of accelerating to 100 kilometers in just 9.1 seconds, as a tribute to the first Porsche 911. This dynamic element adds movement and vitality to the timepiece. More clever red details are incorporated into the watch, adding automotive-inspired embellishments. The sub-dial at 6 o’clock references Porsche’s iconic dashboard design from the 1970s: the dial area near 50 kilometers per hour is emphasized to indicate the recommended speed on urban roads.
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The red area on the sub-dial at 9 o'clock is also a tribute to the rich historical heritage of sports cars. Its function is to remind the critical limit of the engine. Exceeding this limit may cause engine damage. It is no accident that TAG Heuer sets this red line at 6.8 hours. It refers to the speed limit of 6800 rpm. Not to be overlooked, the watch’s chronograph hands draw inspiration from corresponding shapes on car dashboards, completing the integrated automotive design aesthetic. What’s even more surprising is that the TAG Heuer Carrera Porsche Chronosprint watch reaches a new level of innovation with its double-sided “Glassbox” design. The name “glassbox” comes from the watch’s dome-shaped curved mirror, a tribute to the similar dome-shaped hesalite synthetic organic glass mirror design in the 1970s. The redesigned mirror curve seamlessly connects above the outer edge of the dial, covering the edge of the dial and integrating with the case.
This innovative design was first launched on the TAG Heuer Carrera clone watches. The wearer can easily read the instructions on the dial through the front mirror, while the complex mechanical structure of the watch can be clearly seen through the mirror on the back of the case. The back of the watch also features a specially designed exclusive rotor, designed to replicate Porsche's iconic three-spoke steering wheel. Both watches use calfskin straps, the gold version has a brown strap, and the stainless steel version has a black strap.









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