Back in January, TAG Heuer unveiled the Carrera 160 Years Silver Limited Edition a pure and classic reinterpretation of the iconic reference 2447S, long admired by serious Heuer collectors as one of the finest Carrera?s ever produced. The silver dial and three register layout is elegant and simple, and what many likely think of when they conjure a Carrera in their mind. The latest TAG Heuer release celebrating the brand?s 160th birthday is a more colorful take on the Carrera, and uses a considerably more oddball reference as a starting point. Let?s take a look at the all new 160 Years Montreal Limited Edition.

TAG Heuer 160 Years Montreal Limited Edition

 

Case Material: Stainless steel
Dial: White with blue subdials
Dimensions: 39mm  Crystal: Sapphire        
Water Resistance: 100 meters                      
Movement: Heuer 02
Strap/bracelet: Blue alligator 
Price: $6,750
Reference Number: CBK221C.FC6488
Expected Release: July

First, a primer on the watch this limited edition is based on. The watch is based on the Heuer Montreal, reference 110503W, launched in 1972. This was a two register chronograph with a large cushion case, powered by the iconic Calibre 12 with the distinctive left hand crown placement. At 42mm, the Montreal was big for its day, and part of the great tradition of fun and funky 70s sports watches. With red, blue, and yellow accents complementing a white dial with black subdials, the Montreal was very m...