Introduced in 2022, the Aquaracer Professional 200 in 40mm established more versatile, "all-terrain" watch category. Its slimmer 11.54mm profile and unidirectional steel bezel—in place of ceramic—are calculated choices that deliver a more rugged presence. The black sunray dial is distinguished by a fumé gradient and horizontal stripes, adding visual depth over the dependable Calibre 5 automatic movement.
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: 9 / 10 | Mint Condition, Light Signs of Wear Production: 2024 Contents: Full-set Genre: Dive Watch
Size: 40mm Thickness: approx. 12mm Lug Width: approx. 21mm
Case: Stainless steel case, brushed and mirrored finish, light wear Bezel: Stainless steel, unidirectional, brushed finish, light wear Dial: Black sunray dial, horizontal pattern, applied markers Hands: broad syringe hands
Crown: Stainless steel, screw-down crown, light wear Crystal: Sapphire crystal, light wear Bracelet: Stainless steel bracelet, light wear Caseback: Steel solid screw caseback, light wear Movement: Automatic Caliber: Calibre 5