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Breitling Galactic 36 AutomaticvsTAG Heuer Carrera Astronomer

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What people say

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Breitling Galactic 36 Automatic

Owners praise the mother-of-pearl dial as beautiful and classy, and the 36mm case is noted as a good mid-size fit for a 16.5cm wrist, with a lug-to-lug length around 45-46mm. On balance, owners find the Breitling Galactic 36 Automatic to be a well-proportioned and attractive watch.

TAG Heuer Carrera Astronomer

Owners and reviewers praise the TAG Heuer Carrera Astronomer for its wearable 39mm case and unique, scientific interpretation of the moonphase complication with a technical dial. Many find the color choices and layered grey dial spectacular, with one owner calling it a future niche collector piece. The watch is noted for its 100m water resistance and a sporty, legible moonphase. Some find the bold Arabic numerals and mint green lume divisive, and the use of the Calibre 7 movement is a surprise at its price point. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the TAG Heuer Carrera Astronomer highly for its distinctive design and unique take on the moonphase complication.

From video reviewers

The moon phase complication, with its innovative rotating disc tracking all seven lunar stages, is a standout feature. Reviewers also noted the Calibre 7 automatic movement and the comfortable seven-link bracelet. One reviewer questioned the watch's value at its price point, suggesting it may be overpriced.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Galactic 36 Automatic36mm
Carrera Astronomer39mm
Power Reserve
Galactic 36 Automatic42h
Carrera Astronomer42h
Water Resistance
Galactic 36 Automatic100m
Carrera Astronomer100m
MSRP
Galactic 36 Automatic$10,900
Carrera Astronomer$4,950

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
12.28mm
Lug Width
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel & 18k Rose Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel & 18k rose gold
STE

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Dial Color
Silver

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Breitling 37
TAG Heuer Calibre 7
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$10,900
$4,950
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