TAG Heuer Aquaracer
Launched in the early 1980s as the Heuer 2000, TAG Heuer’s dive series was designed to survive North Sea oil platforms. In 2004 the collection evolved—thicker bezels, more lume, and a new name: Aquaracer. Show more
From Heuer 2000 to Aquaracer Professional 300 m
- 1982–2003: 38 mm tool watches, aluminum inserts.
- 2004–2020: 41 mm and 43 mm steel, introduction of the ceramic bezel dive watch.
- 2021–Present: Tapered lugs, octagonal indices, Professional 300 m and slimmer Professional 200 m lines.
Aquaracer Professional Collections
Professional 300 m Series
- Design cues: Twelve‑sided ceramic bezel, horizontal plank dial texture.
- Hero refs: WBP201B (blue), WBP201C (black), Night Diver full‑lume.
- Inside: Workhorse Calibre 5 automatic (Sellita SW200 base) regulated to +/‑7 s/day.
- Who it fits: Wrists 6.75″ and up, or anyone wanting a true TAG Heuer Aquaracer 300 m dive watch.
Professional 200 m Line
- 40 mm steel case, no cyclops, optional diamond hour markers.
- Water‑rating trimmed to 200 m—still snorkel‑safe, but thinner on the wrist.
- Quartz or Calibre 5 options; perfect gateway piece or daily beater.
Aquaracer GMT (Calibre 7)
- 43 mm steel, bi‑color 24‑h bezel (blue/yellow or black/green).
- In‑house modified Calibre 7 GMT gives independent local hour—ideal for frequent flyers.
Solargraph Titanium
- Grade 2 titanium 40 mm case, weight just 85 g on rubber.
- Solargraph calibre charges via any light; two minutes of sunshine = one day power.
- Ideal if you hate battery swaps or winders.
Ladies Aquaracer 32 mm Quartz
- Mother‑of‑pearl, diamond, or sunburst dials.
- 300 m rating identical to the men’s line—no “pink‑it‑and‑shrink‑it” here.
Movements Behind The Aquaracer
| Movement | Type | Power Reserve | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calibre 5 | Automatic | 38–42 h | 5 years |
| Calibre 7 GMT | Automatic | 46 h | 5 years |
| Solargraph TH50‑00 | Solar quartz | 6‑month dark reserve | Battery ≈ 10 years |
| ETA Quartz | Quartz | 3 years/battery | Battery 3–4 years |
TAG Heuer Aquaracer Design & Materials Deep‑Dive
- Ceramic vs Steel Bezels: Ceramic resists scratches six‑fold; steel ages with character.
- Titanium vs Stainless: Titanium shaves ~30 % weight; avoid deep scratches by bead‑blasting refurbs.
- Night Diver Dial: Entire dial plate is Super‑Luminova—excellent for murky night wreck dives.
- Bracelets & Rubber: All new models use quick‑release end‑links; you can swap from bracelet to strap in 10 seconds.
TAG Aquaracer Size & Fit Guide
- 43 mm Professional 300 m – Lug‑to‑lug 49.9 mm; suited for 7″ wrists but manageable down to 6.75″ with rubber.
- 40 mm Steel Professional 200 m / Solargraph – Lug‑to‑lug 46.6 mm; Goldilocks for most.
- 32 mm Ladies Quartz – Compact yet legible, diamond bezel optional.
- (Pro tip: for daily wear, a 40 mm TAG Heuer Aquaracer 40 mm automatic price new is easier under a cuff.)
TAG Heuer Aquaracer Pricing & Value Retention
| Model | Retail 2025 | Typical Two‑Year Pre‑Owned |
|---|---|---|
| Professional 300 m Steel | $3 200 | $2 350 |
| Night Diver | $3 450 | $2 800 |
| Solargraph Titanium | $3 050 | $2 600 |
| GMT Calibre 7 | $3 750 | $3 100 |
| Ladies 32 mm Quartz | $2 000 | $1 400 |