TAG Heuer Goes Black and Blue with the New Aquaracer GMT
With the launch of the new, black-and-blue-toned Aquaracer GMT, Swiss sport-luxury specialist TAG Heuer expands its Aquaracer Caliber 7 GMT series, first launched in 2017, whose first model, with its red-and-blue bezel (pictured below), has been cited as a worthy and cost-effective alternative to the Rolex GMT-Master II. This newest variant continues that narrative, now opting for the famous ?Batman? colorway. However, beyond the parallels in bezel colors, the similarities between the Aquaracer GMT and Rolex?s iconic model end, with the former featuring a contemporary design that identifies it as a go-to, everyday wearer.
TAG Heuer began 2020 by launching the Carrera Silver Limited Edition, a silver-faced chronograph recalling one of the brand?s most iconic designs, in order to kick-off the 160th anniversary of the original Heuer watch company in 1860. The brand at the time claimed this year would be one marked with ?tributes and celebrations,? and has followed up with the release of a commemorative Formula 1 watch produced in partnership with Red Bull Racing, as well as unveiled the latest update to its Connected smartwatch series. The new Aquaracer GMT is the first non-commemorative model added to its mechanical collection this year, and likely will precede more such releases as the year continues.
The new Aquaracer GMT (Ref. WAY201T.BA0927) features a brushed and polished 43-mm steel case with sharp edges, shrunken crown guards, and a prominent screw-down crown signe...
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