Breitling Top Time DeusvsTAG Heuer Monaco Evergraph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Breitling Top Time Deus at true scale

Top Time Deus

TAG Heuer Monaco Evergraph at true scale

Monaco Evergraph

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

51.5mm

n/a

Thickness

14.3mm

lowest

14.5mm

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

48h

70h

highest

MSRP

$5,750

lowest

$28,500

Movement

Breitling 23

TAG Heuer TH80-00

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14.27mm
14.51mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
22.59mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Stainless steel
RUBBER
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 23
TAG Heuer TH80-00
Beat Rate
0 vph
36,000 vph
Power Reserve
48h
70h
Jewels
27
0
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,750
$28,500
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Breitling Top Time Deus

Owners widely praise the Breitling Top Time Deus for its striking dial colors and unique styling, with many finding the watch more gorgeous in person than in photos. The finishing is described as amazing, and the padded, supple leather strap is considered a standout, unlike typical replica straps. Some owners appreciate the automatic movement, avoiding the need for hand-winding, and note the limited production as a potential value preserver. However, the Breitling Top Time Deus is considered overpriced by some, and its long lugs are a drawback for certain wearers. One owner reported the watch lost its front case and glass after a fall, with a missing bezel proving difficult to source. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Top Time Deus highly for its eye-catching design and quality finishing, making it a desirable piece despite its price point.

TAG Heuer Monaco Evergraph

Owners and reviewers widely praise the TAG Heuer Monaco Evergraph for its innovative TH80-00 automatic chronograph movement, which replaces traditional levers with flexible compliant mechanisms for enhanced durability and a consistently crisp tactile feel at the pushers. The 40mm titanium case is noted for its sportier, comfortable fit, and the transparent dial showcases the complex movement. However, opinions are divided on the watch's thickness and proportions, with some finding it too chunky and large for their wrists, while others feel it wears well and is a unique, top-tier TAG Heuer. The watch's design is also a point of contention, with some admiring its modern take on a classic historical design and others finding certain accents or the overall look unappealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the TAG Heuer Monaco Evergraph highly for its significant mechanical innovation and impressive execution of a modern chronograph.

From video reviewers

The innovative TH-Carbonspring hairspring and the new Calibre TH-80 movement with its unique chronograph mechanism are highlighted as significant advancements. Reviewers noted the use of grade 5 titanium for a reduced weight.