Tissot T-RacevsTAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph

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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.

Tissot T-Race at true scale

T-Race

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph at true scale

Carrera Chronograph

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Thickness

11.3mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

80h

80h

MSRP

$875

lowest

$6,800

Movement

Tissot Powermatic 80

TAG Heuer TH20-00

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
11.28mm
n/a
Lug Width
12.95mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
Steel Fine-Brushed/Polished

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Indices
Indexes
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Tissot Powermatic 80
TAG Heuer TH20-00
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$875
$6,800
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Reviews

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

Tissot T-Race

Owners widely praise the Tissot T-Race's excellent value for its price, noting its substantial, durable "tank-like" build that withstands abuse with no blemishes, and a bracelet with a pleasing brushed and polished finish. Reviewers highlight its excellent dial legibility and comfortable integrated bracelet design. Some find the motorsports-inspired design, with features like the disc brake bezel and asymmetrical pushers, polarizing and potentially garish for everyday wear. One owner notes the Tissot T-Race's lume lasts over nine minutes, while another dislikes the bezel screws, comparing them unfavorably to another brand. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot T-Race a well-built, statement-making watch offering strong value, particularly for those drawn to its bold, motorsports-inspired aesthetic.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement's 80-hour power reserve is a significant strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph

Owners widely praise the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph for its beautiful, vintage-inspired design, with specific commendations for the "glassbox" crystal effect, excellent legibility, and desirable dial layouts like reverse panda and sunburst blue. The 42mm case is noted for its wearability, and some owners highlight excellent finishing on the case and hands, with one owner reporting accuracy gains of 5-7 seconds per day. A concern raised by one owner is the lack of stated anti-magnetism. Overall, owners rate the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph highly for its classic aesthetic and strong value proposition.