The icon of the 60s is reborn: Tag Heuer Carrera Day-Date and Date Twin-Time
Models: black, vintage turquoise blue and red decorative elements WDA2110. FC6614, black with 18-karat rose gold decoration on the dial WDA2111. BA0043, black with an 18-carat rose gold decorated dial and metal strap WDA2111. BD0001, with a deep blue dial and metal strap WDA2112. BA0043, with a smoky red dial and metal strap WDA2113. BA0043, Twin-Time two-tone blue-green WDA2114.BA0043
The history of TAG Heuer Carrera began in 1963, when Jack Heuer created a watch that symbolized his connection to motorsports. The name Carrera comes from the famous Mexican Carrera Panamericana race, which pushed the limits of speed, human performance, and courage. Over the years, the TAG Heuer Carrera has become a symbol of success not only on the racetrack, but also in everyday life. The new Carrera Day-Date models continue this legacy, while enriching it with modern technology and a renewed aesthetic.
TAG Heuer Carrera Day-Date with deep blue dial and metal strap, model number: WDA2112. BA0043
The six different models in the new TAG Heuer Carrera Day-Date collection perfectly combine functionality and elegance, all in a refreshed design. Each watch has a 41 mm stainless steel case with a slim bezel and a large sapphire crystal, which makes it easy to read the time and gives the watch a confident look. The crystal is slightly domed and has an anti-reflective coating on both sides.
TAG Heuer Carrera with black dial decorated with 18-carat rose gold, model number: WDA2111.BA0043
The collection's hands and indices are coated with Super-LumiNova phosphorescent paint, making the dial clearly visible even in poor lighting conditions. The recessed design of the dial gives the watch a monumental appearance, while the TH31 movement with an 80-hour power reserve ensures precision and reliability. The date and day functions play a central role, with some models featuring a color-coordinated date window at 3 o'clock. Movements that can display both the day of the week and the date are very popular. This is because, on the one hand, it is an extremely useful function and, on the other hand, it is rare and can only be found in the highest quality mechanisms. Another interesting feature of the mechanism is that the TAG Heuer shield can be found in the design of the oscillating weight, as can be seen in the picture below.
The TAG Heuer TH31 movement, capable of displaying both the day of the week and the date on the dial
The dials of TAG Heuer Carrera Day-Date watches
TAG Heuer Carrera Date Twin-Time blue-green edition, model number: WDA2114. BA0043
One of the key pieces in the collection is the Carrera Date Twin-Time, which adds a GMT complication to the series' repertoire. The GMT complication means that a second time zone can be set on the watch, which can be read off the red hand. The dial has a two-tone bezel, white from 3 to 9 o'clock and blue-green from 9 to 3 o'clock. Another outstanding piece in the collection is the model boasting an 18-carat rose gold coating, which can be described as an extremely impressive gala watch.
TAG Heuer Carrera Day-Date with black dial decorated with 18-carat rose gold and metal strap, model number: WDA2111.BD0001
TAG Heuer has paid a lot of attention to the ease of wearing its new models, which was also the driving force behind the development of the previous Carrera collection. The newly developed steel straps can be quickly replaced and allow for size adjustment at home without tools, by removing or adding links.& nbsp;One vintage model comes with a perforated leather strap and is reminiscent of one of the successful Carrera models from the 1960s. This model primarily celebrated the listing of the Heuer company on the stock exchange, which is why it was also popular among members of the Heuer family.
TAG Heuer Carrera Day-Date with black dial, turquoise and red decorative elements, leather strap, vintage edition, model number: WDA2110.FC6614
TAG Heuer Carrera Day-Date models are not only notable for their technical excellence, but also for their historical significance. The laurel wreath engraving on the case back pays tribute to successful individuals, including race car drivers, who have made history in their respective professions alongside the brand.
The new Day-Date and Date Twin-Time watches are designed for those who appreciate precision, elegance, and historical heritage. Carrera represents these concepts and ideals to the general public, whether in motorsports, the art of timekeeping, or everyday life.
