The bezel’s insert, made of polished ceramic, includes a tachymeter scale with the same graduation (70-66-63) and deep notches as glorious 1970s racing models. The references to the Autavia or the Formula 1 don’t end there. Almost entirely brushed, the case, as some would have remarked, is also in line with the current Formula 1 watches, yet larger and built with more details (polished bevel on the side) but also more robustness… Maybe you can figure out what’ll be coming in the next month at TAG… This watch could easily become the top-tier extension of the F1 range. Indeed, we find here the typical pilot’s case with integrated lugs and highly raised bezel on top of the watch. The base for this new TAG Heuer x Fragment Design Chronograph is named the “C-case”, a large and robust tonneau-shaped block of steel that easily refers to 1970s Autavia watches – specifically, the third generation ref. This second TAG Heuer x Fragment Design watch is new and not just a different colour on an existing watch. However… the combination of all these elements is not something we’ve seen before. And yes, there’s an undeniable motorsport inspiration in this watch, and that’s not a surprise for a TAG Heuer. Yes, the mechanics inside the case aren’t new and have been used in multiple TAGs already.
Arguably, its shape and design are somehow close to both vintage watches or existing models. And for 2020, both brands are teaming up again and bring an unprecedented watch, which isn’t based on something existing yet in the permanent collection.Ĭertainly, this new 44mm Automatic Chronograph will feel familiar to Heuer and TAG fans. Not only the watch was stunning in terms of design, but it was also the base for the Silver and Montreal editions to come next. The first watch resulting from this collaboration was based on a Carrera, fitted with a minimalistic black dial and discreet connection with the brand Fragment. The 2018 TAG Heuer x Fragment Design Carrera Heuer 02
He’s also a watch lover and has been working with TAG Heuer since 2018, to create special edition watches infused with its unique sense of design, mixing boldness and minimalism. Hiroshi Fujiwara is an internationally renowned Japanese streetwear designer, influencer, musician and founder of Fragment Design. Let’s have a closer look at the TAG Heuer x Fragment Design Chronograph. Following a minimalistic Carrera model in 2018, this year we have a new watch that not only looks brilliant but could also well be a teaser for new permanent motorsport-inspired models. In addition to the two Carrera made for the brand’s 160th anniversary – Silver Edition and Carrera Montreal – the brand also renewed its partnership with designer Hiroshi Fujiwara and his streetwear brand Fragment Design. TAG Heuer has been quite productive this year, creating more than one cool limited-edition chronographs.
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