Making a three-hand version of one of the most iconic sports timepieces of all time takes a certain amount of craziness, but the replica Tag Heuer is never shy of excitement — even when it comes to tag Heuer’s own history. Although Autavia only in name, it is the latest arrangement looks still let it are proud of the same brand, it has a major proportion of the casing, a new design of multilayer dial, no tool belt to replace a new system, and use a fake TAG Heuer new timer certification movement of carbon composite spring technique. Even though it still feels a bit visually safe, the new Autavia Isograph boldly skips previous design cues and takes on a whole new visual direction, hinting at the future of Tag Heuer without completely abandoning the past.
Could you imagine a three-handed Speedmaster or Daytona? Just as I remember the odd feeling of sacrilege when sliding a Navitimer sans chronograph on the wrist, putting on the new three-hand replica TAG Heuer Isograph for the first time triggered the same reaction. But those sensations quickly passed, and what we’re left with is a safe, but markedly enjoyable and compelling, modern sports watch with a sneaky amount of forward-thinking technology under the hood.
It’s here that the Autavia begins to make more sense in its three-hand form — it’s simply TAG’s interpretation of the sporty and classic pilot watch, filling a void in the collection that’s existed for a very long time.
As Ariel discussed in great detail in his news story on the Autavia Isograph, the best replica watch is fitted with TAG Heuer’s Calibre 5 movement, which has been upgraded with its “Isograph” carbon composite hairspring, hinting at what’s likely to be the future standard of all of TAG Heuer replica three-hand automatic movements. But perhaps more importantly – and likely why we’re already seeing them deployed in more economical watches – they can be made in volume more cheaply than the aforementioned alternatives, and this is quite important.
Equipped with a 6 o ‘clock date aperture, the Calibre 5 movement is all cost certified, which is a great touch that makes Autavia the most affordable chronometer under the brand and one of the most economical entry points into the Swiss watch industry for this level of metering performance. While we don’t see new trends behind solid cases, in the end, we’re pleased to see Tag Heuer using this technology internally within Autavia to deliver a better, more value-driven product without impacting rates.
When it comes to price, the cheapest way to get into Autavia will be through a tonal stainless steel bezel, but the watch’s true vocals are inserted with ceramic bezels, available in black, blue, and green dial variants. The 42mm waterproof case is relatively compact, and the 100m waterproof case fits well on a variety of wrists. It shows contrasting brushed and polished lug surfaces and is sculpted in a distinctly “TAG Heuer” style familiar to anyone who has handled a modern Carrera or Autavia chronograph.
But what really sets the watch apart is the dial itself, which is finely textured in matte light, with a reduced finish, starting at the light in the middle of the dial and getting darker as it reaches the tilted dial. It’s especially cool in low light, seeing the lume’s sides glow, not just the top. Each five-minute mark in the dial’s episodic ring is punctuated by an angular “notch” of metal inserts — elements that add depth and personality to what was otherwise a fairly static matte dial.
In addition to the different dial colors and case execution, the Tag Heuer
The replica watch also makes it easy for the layman to replace the strap and triple link the bracelet with a neat tool-less attachment system required. Thankfully, these boxes are drilled and can accept standard spring rods, so you can use your own belt if you wish. Combine these elements with a double are coated sapphire crystal and you have a watch ornament that is not only simple on the wrist but also very easy to take pictures of.