[SPECIAL]Swiss professional watchmaker TAG Heuer presents the latest addition to its iconic Monaco collection: the colorful TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph skeletonized chronograph. To commemorate the 80th Monaco Grand Prix (Monaco Grand Prix) and its partnership, the first time the Monaco series adopts the skeleton dial design, and the new work includes three new watches with unique sources of inspiration.
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Introduced in 1969, the TAG Heuer Monaco was the world’s first square waterproof watch and quickly became one of the most classic watches in history. Its bold square case design and innovative chronograph functions were unique in the market at the time, so it won the favor of racing enthusiasts and watch collectors, and soon became a representative work of the brand.
Since its inception, this watch has appeared on the wrists of many racing icons, including Jo Siffert, Jochen Rindt, and the brand’s true friend Steve McQueen (Steve McQueen). McQueen). The latter is famous for wearing a TAG Heuer Monaco watch in the 1971 movie “Le Mans”, and his watch has become synonymous with his style.
TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Skeleton Chronograph Watch-Classic Blue Original Blue_Reference Number CBL2182.FT6235_Suggested Price NT$353,300
TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Skeleton Chronograph Watch-Racing Red_Reference Number CBL2183.FT6236_Suggested Price NT$353,300
Brand ambassador Korean rising star Han Wei Gujun wears TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Skeleton Chronograph Watch – Turquoise Turquoise_Reference Number CBL2184.FT6236_Suggested Price NT$370,200
racing heritage
TAG Heuer Monaco captures the spirit of the extreme speed world of racing. The Monaco watch project started when Jack Heuer wanted to create a watch with stunning appearance and advanced technology. The prototype was unveiled in 1969 with a square case, blue dial and bold chronograph functions. It is equipped with Caliber 11, the first self-winding chronograph movement sold to the public in history, and quickly became the darling of the industry.
Since its launch, TAG Heuer Monaco has always displayed avant-garde contemporary design thinking. From the midnight blue and bright white of the 1960s, to the contrasting shades of gray of the early 1970s, Heuer Monaco watches reflect popular culture while pushing the limits of design. Therefore, in the late 1970s, the TAG Heuer Monaco chronograph introduced a completely different look, including the matte black case and dial of the legendary “Dark Lord” watch.
When Steve McQueen wore the TAG Heuer Monaco in the 1971 film “Le Mans”, the status of this watch was immortalized. McQueen’s character, Michael Delaney, plays the watch’s unique character throughout the film, helping to cement the watch’s status as a cultural icon.
This watch has undergone several design innovations and technical improvements. In 1998, the TAG Heuer Monaco watch was re-enacted in the brand’s Vintage series, and it was re-produced faithfully to the original design. In 2003, the Monaco watch was updated again and equipped with Caliber 360 movement, which has a timing accuracy of up to 1/100 second.
Today, the TAG Heuer Monaco watch is still one of the brand’s most representative and recognizable watches. TAG Heuer has launched a number of limited editions to pay tribute to the past history and connection with motorsports and become a timeless and well-loved timepiece. The brand’s ambition is to constantly push the limits of innovation and design, and the TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph, now being launched, is the perfect proof of this avant-garde thinking.
The TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph Reveals Its Deepest Secrets
More than 50 years after the Heuer Monaco watch was born, TAG Heuer has launched three new watches that further explore the unique Monaco watch design through the hollowed out surface; this is the first time this series reveals the inner mechanical workings of this watch.
The modern-style skeleton watch has three dials, three different styles of classic blue, racing red and turquoise surfaces. The avant-garde cut-out design aims to be an avant-garde interpretation of the racing world, with a vibrant contemporary style that will resonate with collectors and younger generations.
The color of the car
Each TAG Heuer Monaco skeletonized chronograph watch has a unique history. The classic blue model is inspired by the blue face of the first-ever TAG Heuer Monaco watch. With blue and red surfaces, blue column wheel and rotor engraving – the overall design is a tribute to the 1969 TAG Heuer Monaco watch and its original success.
Racing red is a tribute to the racing DNA of the TAG Heuer Monaco watch, as red is often the hallmark of racing on the track. Black and silver elements stand out on the surface, while red engravings on the red column wheel and rotor complete the racing style.
The turquoise version is the third watch to round out the collection, offering a refreshing, edgy interpretation of Monaco design. The captivating turquoise color that pays homage to the Monaco coastline and the red that stands out on the surface, the turquoise column wheel and rotor engravings – this definitely sets this watch apart from other classic timepieces.
Equipped with the in-house Heuer 02 movement, it forms a harmonious contrast with the movement of the original TAG Heuer Monaco watch from the 1970s. This movement uses a traditional column wheel to drive the chronograph and has an 80-hour power reserve – one of the longest power reserves for chronograph movements in the watch industry. In addition, the exquisite decoration of the Heuer 02 movement set off by the engraved rotor can be seen through the sapphire crystal case back.
The new Monaco Skeleton Chronograph features a sandblasted grade 2 titanium case for a technical and robust look. As a high-performance material, titanium perfectly combines the characteristics of strength and lightness, and at the same time has excellent corrosion resistance, so it has become the signature element of the brand.
The turquoise version is the third watch to round out the collection, offering a refreshing, edgy interpretation of Monaco design. The captivating turquoise color that pays homage to the Monaco coastline and the red that stands out on the surface, the turquoise column wheel and rotor engravings – this definitely sets this watch apart from other classic timepieces.
Equipped with the in-house Heuer 02 movement, it forms a harmonious contrast with the movement of the original TAG Heuer Monaco watch from the 1970s. This movement uses a traditional column wheel to drive the chronograph and has an 80-hour power reserve – one of the longest power reserves for chronograph movements in the watch industry. In addition, the exquisite decoration of the Heuer 02 movement set off by the engraved rotor can be seen through the sapphire crystal case back.
The new Monaco Skeleton Chronograph features a sandblasted grade 2 titanium case for a technical and robust look. As a high-performance material, titanium perfectly combines the characteristics of strength and lightness, and at the same time has excellent corrosion resistance, so it has become the signature element of the brand.
The curved hour markers and hands are decorated with Super-LumiNova® luminous coating, adding an avant-garde and futuristic style to the new product. It is also the first to use a luminous coating on the date window, allowing people to easily read the date in a low-light environment. The pointer is also covered with Super-LumiNova® luminous coating to ensure the best legibility in any day and night environment, and this is a detail that Jack Heuer has always paid attention to.
The latest TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronograph watch has been carefully crafted to reflect the excellent technology in every detail. Noteworthy features include the innovative dual-material strap, which combines rubber and leather for optimum comfort and style. The straps are black and blue, respectively, to enhance the overall racing charm of the watch.
These three new TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton Chronographs are exciting new additions to this classic collection. They offer refreshing interpretations of iconic designs with modern and avant-garde ingenuity. TAG Heuer focuses on subverting tradition and adopting cutting-edge technology, and the result is a simplicity that captures the imagination and guarantees to express style without losing sophistication.
