Inheriting a rich heritage, a new timepiece is born that adds a modern touch to a sophisticated design.
“TAG Heuer” has announced a new watch “TAG Heuer Carrera Caliber Heuer 02 Chronograph Japan Limited Edition” of 300 pieces limited to Japan.
A Japan-only model wristwatch reminiscent of samurai armor
In June this year, TAG Heuer released the Japan limited model “TAG Heuer Carrera Caliber Heuer 02T Tourbillon Chronograph Japan Limited Edition”.
Since this model was well received, the following new Japan Limited Edition model was the “TAG Heuer Carrera Caliber Heuer 02 Chronograph Japan Limited Edition” released this time.
In this model, the color combination of “black x gold” used in the armor worn by samurai and samurai from ancient times in Japan has been modernized, and the color combination of “black x rose gold” has been modernized. adopted.
CBN2019.BA0642, 726,000 yen
The 42mm dial has a black sunray effect like sunlight, and the chronograph hour and minute counters at 3 and 9 o’clock and the small seconds at 6 o’clock are lacquered in rose gold. The hour and minute hands, chronograph hands, applied hour markers and the TAG Heuer logo are decorated with rose gold plating. And the iconic “Carrera Heuer 02 80 Hours” letters are printed in rose gold color.
The rose gold line, which emits a particularly strong luster on the black dial, is reminiscent of the silhouette of a sword.
Exquisite movement tickles the hearts of enthusiasts
The TAG Heuer Carrera has an aesthetic that is in line with Japanese culture: neat and understated. Since its introduction in 1963, it has inherited outstanding visibility, elegant DNA born for racing, and timeless and sophisticated design.
Through the sapphire caseback, you can admire the TAG Heuer in-house chronograph movement, the unique rotor, column wheel and Côtes de Genève decorations that characterize the Heuer 02. The rotor is made of rose gold, which is reminiscent of the sirushigane of a helmet, and beautifully expresses its dignity and brilliance. It also incorporates a column wheel and a vertical clutch that reflect high-quality chronograph timekeeping and Manufacture movements.
The total number of components is 168 and it boasts an excellent power reserve of around 80 hours.
The caseback of each watch is stamped with a serial number of “001-300/300” indicating that it is one of 300 limited editions. In addition, the box designed in rose gold color also comes with a travel case.
The TAG Heuer Carrera, which has an aesthetic that is in line with Japanese culture, is sure to create a gorgeous look on the wrists of Japanese men.
TAG Heuer Carrera Caliber Heuer 02 Chronograph Japan Limited Edition
Price: 726,000 yen (tax included)
Case size: 42mm
Movement: Heuer 02 automatic winding
Windshield: Sapphire crystal
Waterproof: 100m
Power reserve: about 80 hours
Tag Heuer official website: https://www.tagheuer.com
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