TAG Heuer

TAG Heuer Men's CAH1112.BA0850 Formula 1 Chronograph Watch

• TAG Heuer Swiss quartz movement
• Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal; Luminescent hands and markers; Scratch-resistant titanium carbide coated unidirectional bezel
• Solid 41-mm brushed stainless-steel case with checker flag decorated caseback; Three rows of fine-brushed stainless-steel bracelet with diving extension

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

This Formula 1 Chronograph Watch from TAG Heuer might just withstand a collision on the racetrack! Ideal for any athlete, this watch's masculine stainless-steel band joins to a sturdy 41-millimeter-in-diameter stainless-steel case topped by a sporty titanium unidirectional bezel printed with large, silver-tone Arabic numerals in increments of five. Its impressive scratch-resistant sapphire-coated dial window reveals a red dial with silver-tone hour indicators and luminescent silver-tone hands. Three subdials and a discreet date window at the four o'clock add to the appeal of this watch rated water resistant to 660 feet.

The TAG Heuer Story

TAG Heuer traces its roots to the small Swiss village of St-Imier where, in 1860, a watchmaker named Edouard Heuer opened his first shop. His vision was to create remarkable timepieces that pushed the envelope of innovation and precision. The company's reputation grew, and Heuer's first patent for a chronograph mechanism in 1882 was followed by a long list of achievements: the first stopwatch accurate to 1/100 of a second, the first dashboard stopwatch for race cars, the first miniature electronic timekeeping device accurate to 1/1000th of a second, and the first automatic movement with a microrotor, to name just a few.

Over the years, Heuer's reputation for gold-standard precision earned the company the privilege of providing official timing services for a number of world-class competitive sporting events, including the Olympic Games, the FIS Ski World Cup, and the FIA Formula 1 World Championships. To this day, TAG Heuer maintains a close association with the world of competitive sports and enjoys a devoted following among sports celebrities and enthusiasts. In 1985, Heuer joined the TAG (Techniques D'Avant-Garde) group, and the TAG Heuer name and logo were created. Now one of the most recognized and sought-after watch brands in the world, TAG Heuer continues its reputation of innovative design and technological excellence, creating prestigious timepieces that are always at the cutting edge of precision, reliability and style.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 5.7 x 4.5 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000XEGDFE
• Item model number: CAH1112.BA0850
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,977 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great watch for a great price, March 25, 2009

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M. Holt (Stanford, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: TAG Heuer Men's CAH1112.BA0850 Formula 1 Chronograph Watch (Watch)

4/5/2011 Edit

I had to adjust my rating after the timer hand on my Tag now resets itself to the 58 second mark instead of the 1 minute mark. Notice how the black hand in the picture points up to 12 o'clock? Mine sits two clicks clockwise to that. While not a debilitating problem, it's very annoying considering how much I paid for this watch. More problematic, I can't get the thing serviced without paying a a ton because the warranty is only good for 11 months. While I stand by my earlier review about how nice this watch looks, I'd be wary of buying one without the full warranty. Repairs ain't cheap.

Everything still looks great. The only scratches are on the bottom of the band, which isn't surprising. As another reviewer said, the only disappointing thing about this watch is Tag's quality control. While I understand that mistakes happen, they should be rare in an $800 watch.

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I can't claim to be a connoisseur of fine watches but I'm very impressed by this Tag. My first Tag was actually a fake given to me by a friend, which died shortly after being taken waterskiing. This new watch is certainly of better quality and feels like it is built for water sports. I feel very confident that this Formula 1 could survive just about anything thrown at it.

The one thing that really surprised me is how well it fits. I have small wrists and had to remove a number of links in order to find an appropriate length. I was concerned that it may appear too large since I'm accustomed to wearing smaller Bulovas and the like. Such fears were unfounded; in fact, I believe it would look good on all but the smallest of wrists. Just stop by a fine jewelry store to try it on, though you may have a heart attack after seeing how much they're asking for the same watch. I think Macy's had a sticker listing it at $1,200.

Another surprise was just how classy the red background is. I wanted a watch of superior quality, which is why I chose a Tag, and also wanted something that would stand out a little, which is why I chose the red one. My plan was to wear it strictly on the motorcycle or while skiing. That plan was destroyed when I tried it on with a suit. The Formula 1 did not clash with what I was wearing at all. I think I am much happier with this color than anything else I could've gotten (white and black just seems boring now). I'll admit it's flashy and that's what drew me towards it. Even so, most people will have few regrets getting this.

Other than the one reviewer who had an unfortunate run-in with a defective watch, the Tag Heuer name speaks for itself. The chain is solid without being too hefty, the sapphire crystal seems un-damageable, and the styling is subtle but still noticeable. The chronometer feature is very cool and will, hopefully, impress anyone who takes the time to pay attention to it. I am more than happy with the Formula 1 from Amazon and will never buy another cheap watch again.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Watch, My First Tag!, December 11, 2008

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Eric F. Basinger (Andrews AFB, MD) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: TAG Heuer Men's CAH1112.BA0850 Formula 1 Chronograph Watch (Watch)

This is the first Tag I have purchased, and I absolutely love it. I picked this up as a casual piece. I wear it in uniform (USAF) to meetings/gatherings, and out to bars/parties as well. To people with an eye for watches, it is always nice to get a compliment. It's a rare thing now though, since everybody checks the time with cell phones now! The only down side to this watch, is the 40mm size. I'm a big guy, and I'm used to my 48mm Citizen Skyhawk, so it is definitely a noticeable difference when I wear the Tag. All in all, I'm VERY glad I bought this watch, it's a good piece to start a nice collection. No regrets on buying this, and I hope you enjoy yours!

13 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Good looking, but bad mechanics, November 30, 2008

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M. Jacobs "Montanhista" (San Francisco) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: TAG Heuer Men's CAH1112.BA0850 Formula 1 Chronograph Watch (Watch)

The look and feel of this watch are great, but the one I purchased was a mechanical wreck and needed service immediately after I bought it. The date changed every 36 to 48 hours and was horrifically inconsistent, among other things.

It's a *VERY BAD SIGN* when a company like Tag Heuer allows a watch to leave their factory in such bad mechanical condition. People who don't care about the mechanics of a watch can go buy a fake Rolex, but for those of you who do care about such things, think twice before purchasing this watch.