Like others - I own various pieces from heuer, tag-heuer, omega and rolex. Most are chronographs. I prefer vintage watches, houses, cars etc vs. new. However, since I am not as well read or informed as others on this board I am always a bit leary of replaced parts and forgeries and fakes on purchases. After spending more than I should have for an A series Rolex Daytona & despite lusting after the vintage monaco's forever - I opted to buy a Tag Heuer automatic model CW-2113 new from a dealer last year for about $2400 and I love it. It may never appreciate and will likely depreciate like a rock - but I like it and wear it a lot. I have never had any problems with Tags or the Heuer's and only a few isssues with omegas (quartz not automatic movements).

I personally prefer the Blue dial to the Gulf version but that is your choice. The Gulf version has its fans - buy the one you think looks best because that will give you your greatest return on investment.

I'd suggest buying from a dealer so you have some recourse in the unlikely event of a problem. Have fun and let us know what you do!

: Hi I am trying to debate if it is worth buying my new Tag Heuer
: MONACO Automatic or Chronograph (Blue Dial) online or in the
: store.. Prestigetime.com offers the Tag Automatic at about
: $1,750 with serial numbers box papers everything. In the store
: I'll end up getting it for $2,400 after 15% and .06% tax from
: $2,700. The one online probably is returned item or refurbished
: or such. As for the resale value I am better of buying the
: limited edition Gulf Chronograph watch.

: I wanted to find out from other Tag owners how they like their
: watches? Do you have any problems etc? I was debating on Omega
: or Tag?

: Any imputs would be great thanks!!