TAG Heuer and Porsche, two iconic brands, have collaborated to create a new limited edition watch: the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Porsche 963. This special timepiece celebrates both brands’ shared history and passion for the legendary Carrera Panamericana auto race. The new chronograph commemorates Porsche’s successful endurance racing campaign with the Porsche 963.

Design and Features

The Carrera Chronograph x Porsche 963 is a bold and aggressive take on TAG Heuer’s Carrera model line, drawing numerous design cues from the Porsche race car. The watch features a forged carbon fiber bezel and a skeletonized dial filled with lume, designed to evoke the day-to-night nature of endurance races such as Le Mans. The dial itself emulates the tubular construction of Porsche race cars, offering a glimpse into the watch’s intricate inner workings. Notably, the chronograph subdials feature Super-LumiNova markers arranged in the same formation as the Porsche 963’s running lights: two pairs of four angled blocks.

Technical Specifications

At the heart of the Carrera Chronograph x Porsche 963 is TAG Heuer’s latest movement, the Calibre TH20-00. This movement, an evolution of the Heuer 02, winds in both directions, offering greater efficiency and quieter operation. TAG Heuer has also extended the warranty for this model from two years to five years, reflecting the brand’s confidence in its durability and performance.

The watch measures 44mm in diameter and 15.1mm in thickness, with a stainless steel case featuring black PVD-coated sides. The dial is designed with a “tubular” skeleton structure and NAC finishing, complemented by white Super-LumiNova indices and a distinctive red marker at the four o’clock position. The watch is water-resistant up to 100 meters and comes with a black integrated rubber strap with a brushed center link.

Movement Details

The Calibre TH20-00 movement includes a vertical clutch and a column-wheel chronograph, with a power reserve of 80 hours. It operates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz) and contains 33 jewels. Although it is not chronometer certified, the movement is designed for precision and reliability, consistent with the high standards of both TAG Heuer and Porsche.

Pricing and Availability

The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Porsche 963 is priced at CHF 9,000 (approximately $10,000). Production is limited to just 963 pieces, each numbered to highlight its exclusivity. The watch will be available starting in June 2024, making it a highly sought-after item for collectors and enthusiasts of both brands.

Conclusion

The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Porsche 963 is a remarkable blend of watchmaking and automotive excellence. With its thoughtful design and advanced technical features, this limited edition watch is a fitting tribute to the enduring legacy of both TAG Heuer and Porsche in the world of endurance racing.

• Brand: TAG Heuer
• Model: Carrera Chronograph x Porsche 963
• Reference Number: CBU2010.FT6267
• Diameter: 44mm
• Thickness: 15.1mm
• Case Material: Stainless Steel, Black PVD case sides
• Dial Color: “Tubular” Skeleton dial with NAC finishing
• Indexes: White Super-LumiNova® block indices, except the one at 4 o’clock in red
• Lume: Super-LumiNova® hour indices, 4x Super-LumiNova® indices in the hour and minute subdials, “Porsche” script on bezel
• Water Resistance: 100m
• Strap/Bracelet: Black integrated rubber strap with brushed center link
• Movement: Calibre TH20-00
• Functions: Vertical clutch, column wheel chronograph, date
• Power Reserve: 80 hours
• Winding: Automatic
• Frequency: 28,800 vibrations/hour (4HZ)
• Jewels: 33
• Chronometer Certified: No
• Price: CHF 9,000 (~$10,000)
• Availability: June 2024
• Limited Edition: Yes, 963 pieces, numbered

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