Del 4,437 Posted August 23, 2019 The new TAG Heuer Autavia has been getting some good reviews since it was released at Basel World this year and I found myself quite taken with it when I saw the blue version in a local AD. That particular one was on a dark brown leather strap but I really wanted the bracelet version so I was fortunate enough to source one, which I picked up yesterday. They are beginning to appear in ADs now but only in small numbers so getting your preferred colour and strap option is currently not straightforward. I’m very impressed with it. At 42mm it’s a lovely size for me, and the blue, polished ceramic bi-directional bezel is really stunning, as is the “smokey blue” dial. Of course, this has TAG’s new, COSC-certified Isograph movement inside so I’m interested to see how well it compares to my other watches with similar certification. The bracelet is great too, and is brushed s/s, although the mid-links are brushed in a different direction to the outer links giving the bracelet an eye-catching appearance. The watch comes in a very smart wooden presentation box with a spare NATO strap, colour coded to the dial. This watch also has TAG’s new quick release bracelet/strap system that enables you to change over without tools - it’s superb! I think I’ll order a leather strap for this too, either in blue or tan - I’m not sure which yet! TAG Heuer doesn’t always get a lot of love but with this new model, and the new movement, it looks like they have taken a big step forward. I snapped a few photos this morning so I hope you enjoy them! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brang1 3,993 Posted August 23, 2019 That sir is a stunning watch, congrats. There is not a thing i do not like about this one. Thank you for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deju 1,861 Posted August 23, 2019 I like this design and the vintage aspects, I just wish they would ditch TAG from the logo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 1,983 Posted August 23, 2019 Nice one Del! Mate picked up a lovely Carrera a couple of days ago too. Tag have some peaches at the moment Wear in good health mate. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rikracy 1,693 Posted August 23, 2019 Great addition to the collection, buddy!!! Love that quick release...very niffty indeed!!! Enjoy!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,437 Posted August 23, 2019 Thanks for the comments everyone! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theviking 197 Posted August 23, 2019 Nice, it's like a clean sleek superocean ii. WIGH. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nunu78 1,741 Posted August 23, 2019 Congratulations my friend, enjoy it with Health. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tonyh7 224 Posted August 23, 2019 Tag is a brand that I thought had lost it's way, but the new Autavia's look absolutely great - maybe something similar to the way the Black Bays have revived Tudor? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted August 23, 2019 That’s really really really nice! Great pickup. Can’t wait for your full review. Wear it well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,746 Posted August 23, 2019 Very nice watch. I'm partial to blue watches and that has a great dial. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mrluwin 282 Posted August 23, 2019 Lovely watch, the gradient blue on the dial looks awesome Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PostMaster 3,665 Posted August 23, 2019 That Sir is a lovely watch.. suits you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,437 Posted August 23, 2019 Thanks again everyone for your comments. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,497 Posted August 23, 2019 Wow, nice!!! I'm waiting a good rep of these models... What is its water resistance? And does it have a screw-down or push-pull crown? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,376 Posted August 23, 2019 Lovely piece del cracking collection you are building bud Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
semperfi55 4,707 Posted August 23, 2019 Brilliant blue gradient, reminds me of the H Moser dials. Fantastic pickup! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,437 Posted August 23, 2019 Cheers guys! 50 minutes ago, GenTLe said: What is its water resistance? And does it have a screw-down or push-pull crown? 100m, push-pull crown. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,497 Posted August 23, 2019 12 minutes ago, Del said: Cheers guys! 100m, push-pull crown. Thanks Greg. I like it, even if it's a kind of a mish-mash between a pilot and a diver Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAJ75 922 Posted August 23, 2019 More quality added to your stable @Del I like how you have so much variety & avoid the obvious whether conciously or not. @deju I hear what you are saying & absolutely agree that purists would much prefer it with a "Heuer" only dial. The throwback styling would lend itself well to that but I believe that corporate shenanigans are at play here. It is a little strange though that the 3 register Autavia's launched in the last couple of years didn't have TAG on the dial yet these do........ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,437 Posted August 23, 2019 1 hour ago, cvp3 said: Gorgeous Del. Cheers! 1 hour ago, MAJ75 said: More quality added to your stable @Del I like how you have so much variety & avoid the obvious whether conciously or not. Many thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,273 Posted August 23, 2019 How many fucking banks are you going to rob!!?! Tasty, you sneaky crim you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
