: I am new to the Tag Heuer world. Most people
: seem to like the vintage peices, but this
: one caught my eye. I like the larger case
: size compared to the vintage and re-edition
: peices. Any feedback/opinions on this model?

I'm not a big fan of the ETA/Dubois-Depraz movement myself. I would hope that TAG-Heuer would consider the Carrera as highly as collectors are and equip the watch with a movement befitting it's heritage... The original Carrera 12 featured a Valjoux 72 movement, the 1964 Re-Edition featured the modern Lemania equivelent the c.1873 movement (same as the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch), now this model bows with a Piggyback module chronograph movement...

I would much rather see TAG-Heuer offer a Zenith El-Primero (cal. 36) based Carrera in either Automatic or manual wind trim. But TAG doesn't seem to listen to me.

TAG confounds me at times... I also don't think the Carrera name is the best choice for the new Valjoux 7750 "Carrera" offering. I think they should revive the Pasadena name (or even the Pasadena!) or choose some other racing venue to honor (perhaps a 1 mile NASCAR or IRL track, like Rockingham, Pikes Peak, or Dover).

For more on the ETA/Dubois-Depraz movement, click on the link below...

-- Chuck