TAG Heuer Monaco Split Seconds ChronographvsTAG Heuer Monaco

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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.

TAG Heuer Monaco Split Seconds Chronograph at true scale

Monaco Split Seconds Chronograph

TAG Heuer Monaco at true scale

Monaco

Diameter

41mm

39mm

Thickness

n/a

15.2mm

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

65h

80h

highest

MSRP

n/a

$7,950

Movement

TAG Heuer TH81-00

TAG Heuer TH20-00

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
n/a
15.21mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Ceramic
Stainless Steel
Finish
Titanium coated with black DLC
Steel Fine-Brushed/Polished
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
TAG Heuer TH81-00
TAG Heuer TH20-00
Beat Rate
36,000 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
65h
80h
Complications
Rattrapante Chronograph
Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$7,950
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Reviews

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TAG Heuer Monaco Split Seconds Chronograph

The TAG Heuer Monaco Split Seconds Chronograph is widely seen as a technically impressive and bold statement piece, with reviewers highlighting its unique, three-dimensional dial and advanced construction, including a skeletonized case built with Selective Laser Melting technology. Owners praise its beautiful dial and unique, conversation-starting design, while acknowledging its historical significance. Some find the watch too thick and its skeletonized design clashes with retro styling, with one owner noting it is too large for their wrist. Reviewers also point to the strap and buckle feeling out of place for its high price point, and the movement finishing being considered industrial rather than refined for its segment. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the TAG Heuer Monaco Split Seconds Chronograph highly for its unique design and advanced complication, despite its considerable price and size.

TAG Heuer Monaco

The TAG Heuer Monaco is widely regarded as an iconic and distinctive watch, celebrated for its historical significance and unique square design. Owners frequently describe it as a grail piece, sparking conversations and drawing compliments due to its character. The comfortable left-side crown and the combination of brushed and polished finishing on its 39mm case are noted strengths. However, opinions are divided on its wearability; some find the TAG Heuer Monaco too large, thick, or clunky for their wrists, while others feel it wears well. Some owners prefer the "Heuer" branding over "Tag Heuer" and find the skeletonized versions divisive. The watch is equipped with the TAG Heuer TH20-00 automatic movement and offers 100 meters of water resistance. Overall, owners rate the TAG Heuer Monaco highly for its iconic design and historical significance, despite some reservations about its size and proportions.