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At the start of the 20th century, racers showcased their cars in national colors instead of sponsor logos. British cars were painted green, Italian cars red, German cars white (which later became silver), and French cars blue. These color schemes became iconic symbols, and TAG Heuer has integrated them into the design of the Monaco Racing Green to honor this legacy. TAG Heuer has established a tradition of revealing a new Monaco chronograph just before the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix. The previous year’s Racing Blue edition was specifically created for the renowned French racing team, while the current version draws inspiration from the distinguished British Racing Green, a color closely associated with motorsport and prevalent in fashion and design. The new Monaco is powered by the Sellita-derived Calibre 11 movement and features a dark green chronograph that beautifully contrasts with the sleek silver dial, embodying the essence of motorsport.
This Replica Tag Heuer Racing Green maintains the classic appearance, shape, and proportions of the historic model, featuring a 39mm x 39mm square case topped with a beveled, domed sapphire crystal. However, it has been updated with a modern grade 2 titanium case that has a matte sandblasted finish, providing a sleek, understated look and enhanced comfort while wearing. Unlike the steel Monaco, which could feel heavy on the wrist, this titanium version offers a more balanced feel. The specifications remain familiar, with a thickness of 14.35mm, a length of 47.5mm, and a water resistance of 100 meters. Similar to the original 1969 model, this watch places the crown at the nine o’clock position.
The watch’s silver sun-brushed dial closely resembles the vintage original and is crafted to evoke the engine-style dashboard of a 1920s sports car. This replica watch includes a racing green twin dial with horizontal baton hour markers, which is a distinctive element of the classic design. The faceted vertical baton at 12 o’clock features a yellow “racing” stripe, harmonizing with the yellow chronograph seconds hand. Additionally, the dial displays the historic “Heuer” logo rather than the contemporary TAG Heuer emblem.
This Monaco replica watch is powered by a modular Calibre 11 derived from Sellita, specifically the Sellita SW300-1, paired with a Dubois-Depraz chronograph module. It operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) and offers a power reserve of 40 hours, unlike last year’s equivalent F1 version, which utilized the Heuer 02 movement. The Calibre 11 is a practical choice, allowing for the unconventional crown placement at nine o’clock, which mirrors the layout of vintage Monaco watches, whereas an in-house movement would require a traditional three o’clock position.Complementing the dial color is the racing green strap, crafted in a classic perforated style that perfectly enhances the Monaco collection. The strap features a bright yellow lining on the inside and is secured with a titanium folding clasp that showcases the historic Heuer logo.
Technical Specifications:
Case: 39mm x 39mm square case – 14.35mm thick – 47.5mm long – Grade 2 titanium with a sandblasted finish – Domed and beveled sapphire crystal – Sapphire case back – Crown positioned at 9 o’clock, with pushers at 2 o’clock and 4 o’clock – Water resistance up to 100 meters.
Dial: Silver sun-brushed dial – Racing green sub-dials (small seconds and 30-minute chronograph) – Rhodium-plated polished hour markers – Rhodium hands with Super-LumiNova luminescent coating – Super-LumiNova dot hour markers – Yellow-painted central hand and 12 o’clock marker – Beveled date window.
Movement: Calibre 11 – Modular chronograph with a Sellita SW300 base paired with a Dubois-Depraz module – Automatic winding – 59 jewels – 28,800 vibrations per hour – 40-hour power reserve – Displays hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph, and date.
Strap: Green perforated calfskin leather strap with yellow lining – Grade 2 titanium folding clasp.
