The Calibre 5 based Link is $2,800 in steel, and $3,800 in steel with gold (some solid and some plated gold elements). The quartz models start at $2,100, while the automatic models start at $2,700 for the Calibre 6. For now, the new Link collection is a very refined looking, conservative men’s watch with a lot of universal appeal. I would like to see this new case style with bolder, more sporty dial in the future. They dials are attractive but less bold than some of the earlier Link models. Tag Heuer’s reputation for comfort and refinement in recent times really comes from watches like the Carrera and Link.Ī few years ago Tag Heuer really wanted to “class up” the dials of the Link by adding thinner hands and textured dial. All the watches have sapphire crystals and are pretty darn comfortable on the wrist. This movement is a base ETA Valjoux 7750. The Link automatic chronograph will have the Calibre 16 and is 43mm wide.
TAG HEUER CALIBRE 16 LINK VS CALIBRE 17 LINK WINDOWS
The windows are symmetrically stacked on the bottom of the dial, and the day of the week window has the entire day spelled out as is common on Rolex President watches. I like the integration of the day/date information. The Calibre 5 automatic on the other hand is 42mm wide and is the day/date model. The Calibre 6 model will be 40mm wide with a subsidiary seconds hand – and probably the most elegant Link look. The differences between certain models is extremely subtle – such as the difference between Arabic or Roman numerals on the bezel. Basically, as far as I can tell, the 2011 Link will have five product subranges, each with its own range of colors and styles.
These contain either the Tag Heuer Calibre 5, 6, or 16 movements (base ETA). Up from there are at least three automatic watches. There will also be a 43mm wide quartz chronograph model with Tag Heuer’s popular Calibre S movement. The basic quartz model will be 40mm wide with a three-hand movement (called the Link Watch with Quartz Movement). At launch, there will be a lot of models with either Swiss quartz or mechanical movements. Link case sizes are going to be between 40 – 43mm wide for now. Clearly a very subtle feature, this element does a lot to enhance the look of the case. See how it isn’t actually round? This element slopes downward and is actually more cushion shaped – offering little corner bulges. You likely won’t notice this at first, but look at the polished outer bezel ring. The finishing is excellent, and there is a new feature that Tag Heuer hopes will add to the distinctiveness of the entire Link family. While the designs are varied, you can see how the bezel’s are richly polished with either Roman or Arabic numerals. For now, gone is the rotating bezel replaced with a fixed polished bezel that hints to the piece’s dressy soul. Here you see much of the design of the new Link. If you’ve felts the links of a Link bracelet before, you know that Tag Heuer’s process results in some of the nicest brushed surfaces around.Īs the core case and bracelet of the watch are softer looking and brushed, Tag Heuer wanted to create a contrast when it came to the dial and bezel. Save for the two-tone models in steel and gold, the links are brushed. Not sure how that concept plays in with the new bracelet.
Tag Heuer designed the bracelet to have no exposed pins on the sides, so it was a tricky – but cleverly engineered bracelet. I did manage to size it myself, but it was a very involved process. I recall with previous bracelet, sizing it was a pain. The distance between the parts is much less. Making the links a bit more flush and less rounded. Going first to the bracelet, Tag Heuer streamlined the iconic look a lot.
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