New Photos of the Aquaracer 300m Ceramic

Calibre11 · Apr 13, 2015

Both photos from the team at Dive Into Watches

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Like both of these- that Blue/ Black combo is the business....hope the blue on the hand matches the blue on the bezel.

The Chronograph at the top looks like a Titanium Carbide coated case.

imagwai · Apr 13, 2015

I too like the black and blue combo, but it does look like the blue on the hand/dial markings doesn't quite match the bezel.

dsio · Apr 13, 2015

Not a huge fan of the chronogrpah as it feels a bit busy and cluttered but the diver gets it just right, especially like the blue ceramic

Calibre11 · Apr 17, 2015

I've got several of the new range for a test drive at the moment- here are two of the Calibre 5 models- really difficult to take decent photos of the Phantom.

First reaction is very positive with two questions/ issues:
1. The hour markers on the Calibre 5 feel about 20% too big and a little shiny- they work better on the Calibre 16
2. How does this fit with the Aquaracer 500m Calibre 5?

Hubert · Apr 18, 2015

D.C
I've got several of the new range for a test drive at the moment- here

Nice; can't wait for your reviews.

1. The hour markers on the Calibre 5 feel about 20% too big and a little shiny- they work better on the Calibre 16

I agree, they look a bit oversized.

Calibre11 · Apr 19, 2015

Hubert · Apr 19, 2015

Good pics David. IMO, from these two, the phantom version is the one to have.

dsio · Apr 19, 2015

Nice, very sharp

Calibre11 · May 3, 2015

TAG Heuer has shown an official image of the Black/ Blue model:

Still can't work out the Blue- but certainly in the photo above it looks like a darker Blue for the bezel and then a lighter blue used for the stitching, text on the dial, second hand and minute markers

Hubert · May 3, 2015

Looks good; prefer the darker color myself.

drunken monkey · May 3, 2015

I'm not entirely sold on the new 300m design yet but I like that the coloured bezel one really is essentially the same watch as the steel bezel model.
The previous incarnation of the Aquaracer line was a little too varied and in need of a clean up; it having models that originated from three different past 2000 models.

Not a big fan of the logo shape motif but the black dial looks pretty sharp with the blue bezel.
Will have to side-by-side it with the blue on blue 500m when these hit my shores.

Rodrigo082 · May 26, 2015

Hubert
Nice; can't wait for your reviews.

I agree, they look a bit oversized.

Can't wait for your reviews - I'm having troubles to select the right one (Phantom or JL version).
Have you tested the luminous hands?

Rodrigo082 · May 26, 2015

Hubert
Good pics David. IMO, from these two, the phantom version is the one to have.

Do you think it looks better when compared with the JL Version?

Hubert · May 26, 2015

R Rodrigo082
Do you think it looks better when compared with the JL Version?

Hi Rodrigo,
Out of these, I'd probably go with the black/blue model. That said, it's probably better to ask your dealer to have in-store the ones you are interested in, so that you can make selection in person. Pictures can be deceiving, so it's always better to see the actual watch before you make a final purchase. In any case, keep us posted on your selection. Cheers mate!

Rodrigo082 · May 27, 2015

Hubert
Hi Rodrigo,
Out of these, I'd probably go with the black/blue model. That said, it's probably better to ask your dealer to have in-store the ones you are interested in, so that you can make selection in person. Pictures can be deceiving, so it's always better to see the actual watch before you make a final purchase. In any case, keep us posted on your selection. Cheers mate!

Thank you - I will go this weekend to a TAG Heuer official dealer in Basel (Swiss), hopefully they will have it available at the store.
I will keep you posted. Cheers, Rodrigo

Pell031 · May 29, 2015

good luck and enjoy the hunt! I'm going to go and seek these new Calibre 5 variants out I believe. I'd like to acquire a beach friendly piece and the classic divers aren't my taste but I'm really liking these pictures and can't wait to see an actual one.

dotti · Jul 22, 2015

D.C, thanks for the live photos of the black ARs. I was about to go for TAG F1 cal6 PVD for my first all-black watch, and no F1 in my collection as for now. But those ARs really haunt me, especially the limited edition WAY218B. Do you have the lume shots of those watches? How strong are the coating against bumps? Are the crown tubes still an issue? Cheers.

Hubert · Aug 29, 2015

http://us.tagheuer.com/en/watch-news/tag-heuer-introduces-the-new-2015-aquaracer-300m-ceramic-bezel

27 AUG
TAG HEUER INTRODUCES THE NEW 2015 AQUARACER 300M CERAMIC BEZEL

Surfing, sailing, water, sport and sportsmanship…TAG Heuer has always been close to the world of sea. From its patent of one of the first water-resistant cases for a pocket watch in 1895, the World’s first Chronograph with regatta dial and tide indicator: the Mareograph / Seafarer in 1950, and now with the launch of the new 2015 Aquaracer 300m.

As Official Time Keeper and Official Watch of the World Surf League & Big Wave Tour, there is nothing more natural than to introduce a new Aquaracer 300m Ceramic - named after its 300-meter dive capacity. The perfect sports watch for men who appreciate adventure sport and the great outdoors.

DISCOVER THE PARTNERSHIP

The new Aquaracer 300M collection exemplifies the line’s performance qualities more than ever; but also enhances its refined, sporty allure. Each timepiece is a great seafarer and diving instrument developed to meet the extreme requirements of professional watersports, with a 300M water resistant case, a unidirectional rotating bezel with 6 studs for perfect grip, a screw-in crown, unscratchable ceramic dial and highly visible luminescent markers.

Its reliability is very important for clients who want a striking and elegant timepiece, but not a fragile one; a watch they can wear even when things get intense.

Whatever water means to you - diving, sailing, surfing or swimming, you can rely on the Aquaracer to accompany you: it will never crack under pressure.

Ironliberty · Aug 29, 2015

Is this any indication that it is coming out sooner than the planned October release or is this just a promotion to start getting orders in?

Hubert · Aug 29, 2015

Good question; maybe David can find out with his contacts. My guess would be OCT.