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 Great watch for a great price March 26, 2009
M. Holt (Stanford, CA USA)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I can't claim to be a connoisseur of fine watches but I'm very impressed by this Tag. My first Tag was actually a fake given to me by a friend, which died shortly after being taken waterskiing. This new watch is certainly of better quality and feels like it is built for water sports. I feel very confident that this Formula 1 could survive just about anything thrown at it.
The one thing that really surprised me is how well it fits. I have small wrists and had to remove a number of links in order to find an appropriate length. I was concerned that it may appear too large since I'm accustomed to wearing smaller Bulovas and the like. Such fears were unfounded; in fact, I believe it would look good on all but the smallest of wrists. Just stop by a fine jewelry store to try it on, though you may have a heart attack after seeing how much they're asking for the same watch. I think Macy's had a sticker listing it at $1,200.
Another surprise was just how classy the red background is. I wanted a watch of superior quality, which is why I chose a Tag, and also wanted something that would stand out a little, which is why I chose the red one. My plan was to wear it strictly on the motorcycle or while skiing. That plan was destroyed when I tried it on with a suit. The Formula 1 did not clash with what I was wearing at all. I think I am much happier with this color than anything else I could've gotten (white and black just seems boring now). I'll admit it's flashy and that's what drew me towards it. Even so, most people will have few regrets getting this.
Other than the one reviewer who had an unfortunate run-in with a defective watch, the Tag Heuer name speaks for itself. The chain is solid without being too hefty, the sapphire crystal seems un-damageable, and the styling is subtle but still noticeable. The chronometer feature is very cool and will, hopefully, impress anyone who takes the time to pay attention to it. I am more than happy with the Formula 1 from Amazon and will never buy another cheap watch again.
Great Watch, My First Tag! December 12, 2008
Eric F. Basinger (Andrews AFB, MD)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is the first Tag I have purchased, and I absolutely love it. I picked this up as a casual piece. I wear it in uniform (USAF) to meetings/gatherings, and out to bars/parties as well. To people with an eye for watches, it is always nice to get a compliment. It's a rare thing now though, since everybody checks the time with cell phones now! The only down side to this watch, is the 40mm size. I'm a big guy, and I'm used to my 48mm Citizen Skyhawk, so it is definitely a noticeable difference when I wear the Tag. All in all, I'm VERY glad I bought this watch, it's a good piece to start a nice collection. No regrets on buying this, and I hope you enjoy yours!
Well worth it... December 6, 2007
J.S. (St. Charles, MO USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I got this watch as a gift April 2007 on the weekend of the Malaysian Grand Prix. Never owning a watch at this price range before, I was a bit apprehensive about wearing it out and about, but today, I wear it nearly every day. The quality and craftsmanship is superb, the watch (especially the watchface) is pretty durable against scratches and bumps. Not that I would want to scuff it up, but it's held up well. I like the overall look...the red, silver, and black is pretty bold. I've gone in the water with it, and I've used the stopwatch on occassion too...after all, it is a sportswatch.:) For those that don't know, this watch was worn by 2-time Formula One champion Fernando Alonso of McLaren Mercedes. His teammate (well, former teammate if you've read the news lately) rookie Lewis Hamilton wore the orange-faced version. If you want to own a sporty timepiece with connections to Formula One, and are willing to spend it, I'd strongly recommend this watch.
This watch is even better in person... March 11, 2008
T. Barbour Meridian Residential (Cary, NC)
This watch looks even better in person than on line. I bought it as bonus for an employee and he couldn't be any happier with it. He gets complements every time he wears it and has deemed it the best gift he's ever received from anyone. It is a fine timepiece and I'd highly recommend it to anyone considering a watch in the $1k and below price point.
Great watch, but November 17, 2009
big junior (florida)
Picked this watch up yesterday. Feels good, works good, looks great. Amazon and UPS were on time, no complaints. The point I would like to mention is that the reason you are getting this watch for $632, instead of $1200, is that you will get no support from TAG at all. I called TAG's 800# just to verify if the serial number was genuine and they could not or would not give me any info on any watch that was not purchased by an authorized dealer. The TAG came with no paper work from Amazon, not even a packing slip. Something to think about if the TAG ever needs service.
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