The TAG Heuer Formula 1 collection, introduced in 1986, was the first series to launch under the newly formed TAG Heuer brand, following the acquisition of Heuer by Techniques d'Avant-Garde. This particular reference, the CAU1115.BA0858, dates to approximately 2014 and features a quartz movement, the design, with its anthracite dial and black ceramic tachymeter bezel, is a tribute to the line's motorsport-inspired DNA. .
From its founding in 1860, Heuer established a reputation for precision built on foundational innovations. Edouard Heuer's 1887 patent for the oscillating pinion remains a critical component in modern chronographs, while the 1916 "Mikrograph," the first stopwatch capable of measuring 1/100th of a second, secured the brand's role as an official Olympic timekeeper. This early focus on accuracy naturally led to a deep-seated connection with motorsports, where the brand's dashboard timers became essential equipment for rally drivers, laying the groundwork for an identity forged on the racetrack.
The brand's ties with racing was immortalized in the 1960s with a trio of legendary chronographs: the Carrera, Autavia, and the avant-garde Monaco. The Monaco, with its distinctive square case, became an icon on the wrist of Steve McQueen in the film Le Mans and was one of the first watches to house the groundbreaking Calibre 11 automatic chronograph movement. After its acquisition by Techniques d'Avant Garde (TAG) in 1985, the brand solidified its legendary status through a decades-long partnership with Formula 1.
Overall Grade: 8 / 10 | Great Condition, Visible Wear Production: est. 2014 Contents: Watch Only Genre: Chronograph
Size: 42mm Thickness: 11.5mm Lug Width: 20mm
Case: Steel round case, fine-brushed and mirror finish, visible wear Bezel: Steel fixed bezel, dark grey ceramic tachymeter insert, visible wear Dial: Anthracite grey sunburst dial, three chrono sub-dials, applied markers Hands: Steel sword hands, lumed
Crown: Steel screw-down crown, visible wear Crystal: Sapphire crystal, visible wear Bracelet: Steel bracelet, visible wear Caseback: Steel, solid, screw-down caseback, visible wear Movement: Quartz Chronograph Caliber: Swiss ETA base