How Tag Heuer Watches Chronograph Feature Works?

Edouard Heuer didn’t waste time during his days and he was able to patented his Chronograph watches successfully in 1882. Tag Heuer from then became a well-known chronograph timepiece and it is used on certain important events like space mission, F1 racing, diving, and etc. The quality of Tag heuer watches were proven to be superior as it can give precise timing even up to 1/1000th, of a second for wrist watches. If you are a Rolex enthusiast, I’m sure you know that this kind of watch is mechanical and famous in creating Quartz watches which is said to be more reliable over period of time. While on the other hand, there are also mechanical but has the chronograph feature which are very accurate as it uses a self-winding movement but they are not advisable if you always change wrist watch because it can only be activated by wearing, as a result it loses the accuracy/precision in telling the time.

Chronograph watches have done a lot for the world of sports and military because of its given precise timing. We have also seen the very first waterproof version of a chronograph watch that was used by the swimmers. It is also used in athletic competitions, especially for races since you could calculate perfectly how fast you were running with any number of variables included. Still it’s up to you if what kind of watch you would choose, whether you prefer quartz or automatic movement. Quartz will be more accurate over time because it doesn't require movement for self-winding, but most chronograph wearers are more concerned with the workmanship and intrinsic value of a Swiss watch that uses the side-winding motion.

TAG Heuer Watches or Rolex?

For those who are planning to buy a wrist watch as a gift or for their personal use, they would ask what kind or what particular brand they should buy? Some says go for Rolex, some will say try Tag Heuer. Both of these watch maker are well-known, I am writing this comparison to clear up some common misconceptions about these brands.

Let’s start with the quality and value. Tag Heuer watches are superb in terms of quality from the materials being used and up to the features that it offers including the chronograph, accuracy, and durability. On the other hand, Rolex is a Swiss manufacturer of mostly mechanical wristwatches renowned for their dependability, prestige, and cost. It is not considered the best watch among high-end watch experts, but it is still the most recognized name brand among the general public. Next thing on line is their warranties and service. Both watch maker will give you a two year warranty on most models, and a three year warranty on others, take note there is no lifetime warranty. These watches should usually be service every 4-5 years. This can cost about $500 for a TAG watch and up to $1200 for some Rolexes. If there is already repair on it via third parties, it will no longer be certified by COSC (Controle Official de Suisse Chronometres). Next is appearance, every new model of TAG looks different and the diamonds it uses are F to G color while Rolex uses D color diamonds. Rolex from 70’s are still quite similar to designs of today. Lastly, is about the cost of the watch. A Rolex is generally more expensive than TAG watch, if you compare similar models, though we are not sure if Rolex will retain its value over time.