Tag heuer Review

[vitix]

i onw a couple of tag heuers but my english is not very good to write a review... so be welcome to write reviews about this good timepieces

[jtbold]

here in Orlando, I keep getting tempted to pick one up. The display models from other stores are sent here and are a great buy.

[asadtiger]

hey it would be sweet of someone if someone does write a review here as Victor asked :) I dont own a TAG but their carrera line is hot and the Monaco blue dial is different and vintagish :thumbsup:

[j1crimmins]

How do you like your GC?

[senorpdog]

I love my GC it's a great watch

[blackmsport]

likewise wish they make smaller version for asian small wrist

[lavaman]

A quick review of my TAG, after 12 years....

(sorry no pics)

My first "real" watch was a TAG Heuer 1500 quartz, s/s, with blue face, the predescessor to the current Aquaracer.

I wanted just the "basic" watch. Didnt want an automatic b/c I feared the headaches. Didnt want a chronograph b/c I figured that a watch case was like a submarine: the fewer holes, the better. I just wanted something simple that wouldn't go out of style.

So...

Since 1997, it has been around the world with me. It basically never leaves my wrist. It has been in the shower, in the pool, in the ocean, and around the planet. I have worn it while rockclimbing, martial arts, mountainbike racing, doing triathlons, on duty for 9 years in emergency services (police/ems), you name it. It has taken everything I can throw at it and never let me down.

except...

Gripes? (Only cosmetic!)
(1) Somehow, one time the clasp got bent and I had to have it replaced. That's the -only- time it was ever out of commission (and I still dont know how that one happened). Notice it was a bent clasp, and nothing to do with the timepiece itself.

(2) The glow-in-the-dark-illumination stuff has worn down to almost nothing, but I am told that was common back then. Still looks fine, but "Dont try to read it in the dark, 007!"

Services? Last time was in 2005. So, a couple of batteries, and that's it. Keeps great time, and not a scratch on it. Recently, I ran a Cape Cod cloth over it and now it looks like it's been chromed. Amazing.

I can honestly say that it is one of my two most treasured possessions and I will be thrilled to give it to my son one day.

I tell everyone to try Tag Heuer. If I had the means, I would give them to several of my friends from college and law school. They are incredible watches, and while I also own an Omega, they compliment each other, but do not replace each other. In fact, I am now shopping for an f1 chronograph, since I can't afford am Omega Speedy just yet.

[asadtiger]

awesome story lavaman...it weill be great when one day you give it to your son...plz share some pics :thumbsup:

[lavaman]

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Sorry, image quality suffers when you compress the file to fit on forum (at my subscriber level). I will try again (and read the "photo tips thread" too)

[esm]

don't mind the TAG personally, but the wifey hates them with a passion (same reason why JJ hates a Rado).

I have an old Tag formula 1 200m watch from the early 90s. I still wear it from time to time.

[lavaman]

Ok, been meaning to ask: Why DOES JJ hate Rado?

[lavaman]

OK, actually you can see a much better pic in the "Non-Rolex" gallery under "The Lads"

[Rags]

I have a aquaracer with a black dial & looking to pick up one with a blue dial.. I don't understand why people hate Tags so much.

[solaraxis]

Just bought a diamond Monaco for the wife. Its great, so far so good. I have worn Tag in the past and I like them. Considering getting a Grand Carrera.

[AAMD11]

Ok, been meaning to ask: Why DOES JJ hate Rado?

yeah?

[kanger]

Here is my take on TAG Heuer. I have owned only one TAG, and it was the Grand Carrera 6RS on brown alligator strap. I was only 17 when I bought it (19 now), and because I was quite clueless about things like online watch stores or TRF where I can get discounts, I paid full retail at Tourneau. The watch is nice and it keeps time pretty well. The TAG gained about 1 second daily. The one thing about TAG that would seriously impede my buying another one is this: its resale value. I paid $3500 for it, and a year later sold it for $1500 on Amazon, which after commission was like $1300 :( That taught me a lesson about watch resale values, and it's why I wear a Rolex Sub Date now and will only wear Rolexes from now on. TAGs are great watches. I mean, the Grand Carrera had 31 jewels, perlage, 28800 vph, and was just beautiful. In fact, they have a full line of smooth 28800 watches (Carrera among others) which are quite affordable. So if you are looking for craftsmanship only, TAG will not let you down. But IMO, if I had say 2000 to spend, I would buy an Omega right away instead of a TAG. In all, a TAG is great if you don't care about the resale value. Hope I was helpful :)

[hhinger]

I have a TAG Grand Carrera 6RS too, Black dial, it's great sport watch, but I am still longing for a Rolex Air King now.
sigh...still need more green back.

[lorsban]

I've had about 4 Tags starting from the predecessor of the new formula 1 series out now. It was blue, quartz. Next was another model from the same line, with a steel strap and fully luminous dial, next was my first auto and then the last one, professional series, also an auto.

Don't know the names because Tag has so many models that look similar: steel, rotating bezel, 200 meters water proof etc...I mean, it's only now that they're coming up with clearly differentiated lines with the Link, Formula 1, Carrera, Aquaracer, Monaco etc...

I think they make great watches. The only reason why the resale is so low is because they're so readily accessible to begin with. I mean, I was only a kid when I got my first Tag. It wasn't that expensive and they're all over the place.

As far as quality goes, they're the same as any other watch. I mean, give me a Tag now and I bet it'll hold up just as well as my other watches. But give it to a teenager to use as a main watch and you'll definitely see a hell of a lot of wear and tear.

I like the old and new Aquaracer, grand Carrera and their Twin-Time Carrera is very cool.

[lorsban]

I've had about 4 Tags starting from the predecessor of the new formula 1 series out now. It was blue, quartz. Next was another model from the same line, with a steel strap and fully luminous dial, next was my first auto and then the last one, professional series, also an auto.

Don't know the names because Tag has so many models that look similar: steel, rotating bezel, 200 meters water proof etc...I mean, it's only now that they're coming up with clearly differentiated lines with the Link, Formula 1, Carrera, Aquaracer, Monaco etc...

I think they make great watches. The only reason why the resale is so low is because they're so readily accessible to begin with. I mean, I was only a kid when I got my first Tag. It wasn't that expensive and they're all over the place.

As far as quality goes, they're the same as any other watch. I mean, give me a Tag now and I bet it'll hold up just as well as my other watches. But give it to a teenager to use as a main watch and you'll definitely see a hell of a lot of wear and tear.

I like the old and new Aquaracer, grand Carrera and their Twin-Time Carrera is very cool.

[lorsban]

Mods,

Kindly delete double post.

[SeekerOfJustice]

I will jump in on the reviews of Tag Heuer. I received a Tag Heuer Aquaracer WN1111 white dial, for graduation from law school back in 2004. Have worn it ever since nearly daily. It has received only one service during this time :dummy: with one battery change. :dude: Love this watch. Was my first very nice watch with a swiss movement. The one prior to that was a Citizen Eco Drive and I still have that as well too.

The greatest thing is the accuracy. I set it months ago and it is currently only 30 seconds fast. :agree: Extremely good timepiece here. Love the simple style as well. Sure takes a lickin and keeps on tickn. :clap: Will post some shots later. Thanks.

[SeekerOfJustice]

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[Mamaseta]

I have a midsize aquaracer, I love it - keeps perfect time.

[blackmsport]

anyone here owns a Monza Chronograph

Love that watch.... best looking Tag

[TRankin]

I've had a Tag for over twelve years. I've had it serviced twice and have never had a problem. It looks and runs great. It is a super everyday watch. However, I eventually hope to replace it with an Omega SMP.

[Hooper]

I love my 6000 series professional. Ive owned it for 10 years since new and love it. Its been a tank and has been on my wrist everywhere ! It never left my wrist, until I bought a Rolex Submariner, I still where it as my get down and dirty watch. Ive got nothing but good things to say about Tags :thumbsup:

[andrew79]

Mine... aquaracer.... love it still.... always have wrist time every 2 days :thumbsup:

[Addisonz123]

I just recived my first Tag Formula 1 Alarm. Great watch absolutely thrilled

[B189s]

I own a GC calibre 8 myself and I don't think I'll be able to write a review about it, but all I know I chose calibre 8 out of all TAG lines was because the least sporty/casual factor :cheers:

I personally love a simple elegant watch...

[d-rock]

I've always liked and been partial to Tag. I've had my 6000 Series WH-1151 SS/18k for a couple years now. It's a great looking watch, it's very comfortable and it sports just enough solid 18k accents to add a bit of "class, appeal and good taste" without it just jumping out at you. I'm new to the site and not around it to upload a pic at the moment.
The only "issue" I have with the watch is the Lum has lost much of it's retention ability and 5 minutes in the dark it's gone. VERY comfortable on the wrist. I purchased it preowned as it has long since been discontinued. As I recall it was only put out for a few years so it may or may not have been a popular model. I believe it sold for just over 3k when new but can easily be found and purchased for under
1k. Perhaps someone would know the run years of this model. Even registered with Tag Heuer and running the numbers I've yet to determine exactly when it was made and when discontinued.

[cd1485]

Great watches but poor resale value.

[hanto]

Yes...which is a pity, since their styling looks good especially the carrera line but resale value very bad that's why i move to rolex

[Noriki]

Bought mine 20 yrs ago and is in the drawer now.

http://i745.photobucket.com/albums/xx94/Noriki17/TagHeuer3000Series.jpg

[manhatan]

Tag Heuer Link, this is my first mechanical watch.
I really like this watch, I use it for all activities where I need a toolwatch: sport, scuba diving or soft work on a computer. During summer or for high temperatures, I like to replace the metal band with a NATO or a leather strap.
It looks like when I bought it, 3 years ago.

http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm29/manhatan_photos/_IGP1826.jpg

[Megalobyte]

I bought a Grand Carrera GMT on bracelet in Grand Cayman last year. I'm generally not a fan of Tag, but the GC line is really exceptional, beautiful workmanship. I agree you'll take a big hit if you sell, but outside Rolex and just a few others that's always the case, too many cheap gray market watches out there. But as I bought from an AD at 25% off and no tax, which is the beauty of a family cruise twice a year, :), I'll take a hit, but it won't be too bad. Of all the Tags, the GC seems to do the best.

Question: Besides Rolex, what watches hold their value well?

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[mpaone]

Love their new Aquaracer caliber 5 (the 500m one). May get one next year after my bonus ... or lack thereof comes in. :rofl:
-Mike.

[Rags]

I bought a Grand Carrera GMT on bracelet in Grand Cayman last year. I'm generally not a fan of Tag, but the GC line is really exceptional, beautiful workmanship. I agree you'll take a big hit if you sell, but outside Rolex and just a few others that's always the case, too many cheap gray market watches out there. But as I bought from an AD at 25% off and no tax, which is the beauty of a family cruise twice a year, :), I'll take a hit, but it won't be too bad. Of all the Tags, the GC seems to do the best.

Question: Besides Rolex, what watches hold their value well?

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I love your Grand Carrera. I must say it really does look beautiful but I don't understand why people turn their noses up at Tag Heuer watches. I own 3 the TT 2000 Professional & a Black Aquaracer WAF 1110. I liked the black one so much I bought a mint Blue Aquaracer WAF 1113 off ebay for less than half of the MSRP. I think Tag Heuer is a fine watch. Not everyone has the $$$ for a rolex. BTW your pictures are great.

[Hooper]

I have to say, I am really impressed by TAG'S new models, I love the new Aqua racer and Carrera's:thumbsup:

[TheLino]

I've owned 2 Aquaracers. I purchased my first one for around $1300 and sold it for about $900, 3 years later. Not bad.

HOWEVER, my current one is the COSC Aquaracer and I can't get rid of that one to save my life. Apparently, it's a keeper *lol*.

I wouldn't say I'll "never" buy another Tag, but I would think LONG & HARD about it before I do, simply because of the ridiculous drop in re-sale value.

[GolfPunk]

This is my Midsize Tag Heuer Sports Elegance. I bought this in 1994. It has had 4 batteries and i only got it serviced for the very first time 3 weeks ago, it looks brand new and is over 16 years old. I will never get rid of it. I have flipped a Baume & Mercier Capeland and 3 Breitlings since then, now have the Tag and a Rolex S/S Daytona in Black!

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj237/golfpunkuk/IMG_0274-1.jpg

[mmmmp]

Quick Tag Tale for ya: a friend of mine bought a Tag in the early 80's. (black sports watch, quartz mvt. & cost less than a grand.) He wore it for about a year, but lost it in his backyard during a massive blizzard. Finds it in the spring: wet & dirty but...still *running*! Impressive. I'm not a fan, but I love that square model w/the Gulf logo.=Mark=

[ibrando]

I had a 1500 series (92) and flipped it for my SMP Bond. It was a fantastic watch that kept very accurate time. I would definitely get another Tag, in fact...

I have a Formula 1 Chronograph CAH1012.FT6026 on the way. :)

Cheers,
B.

[jaffa_cree]

I have 2 Tags, A day date aquaracer, and a monaco.
I feel that Tags are the more stylish watches but I also agree with their resale value, hence I still have them both.

I would love a grand carrera as well but am holding out for the new 1887 Carrera in white when it hits the land down under!

[Rtazi]

I have had a Tag since 1998 (Link ) before I moved to a Sub date in 2010. I can tell it's a very reliable watch and very solid. I smashed it many time against doors and wall and no scratch on the Sapphire.

It's one of my favorite watches.

[mpaone]

I just purchased a new Aquaracer Calibre 5 (500 M blue face and bezel) and love it so far. Very substantial and built well. OK, not as well as my Milgauss but I didnt expect it at the $1550 I paid. :)

I'll write a review in the next few weeks but so far so good!

-Mike.

[Sarajevo]

Bought mine 20 yrs ago and is in the drawer now.

http://i745.photobucket.com/albums/xx94/Noriki17/TagHeuer3000Series.jpg

the wear on the bezel and bracelet indicates that the materials are not very high quality, which reinforces my negative feelings towards the brand.

[DCgator]

Bought my first TH when I was in the military. It was a divers 200m for $150 (quartz). I have since bought a dress model (also quartz, Elegance series?!?) and a 18K YG automatic. They all still work just fine and keep good time. They're pretty tough and a good all-around watch imho.

[h999r]

I have 1 Tag Heuer SLR Automatic . Love it . Its kinda heavy and bigger then the Sub. Love it !

[h999r]

Slr

[Rags]

Just thought I'd share my Tags with everyone.
My Black Aquaracer WAF1110
My 2000 Profesional
My Blue Aquaracer WAF1113

[rjm23]

I own two Tags: a Formula 1 Quartz w/ red dial I’ve had for a couple of years and an Aquaracer 500m (Dicaprio) Limited Edition Automatic with blue dial I’ve had since December ‘10. Love them both immensely, and actually the Formula 1 started my interest in watches. In an otherwise bland window display of estate jewelry, something with a blazing red color grabbed my attention, and that was it. And I’m not an impulse buyer!
I just picked up the blue rubber strap for the Aquaracer for the summer, and the watch looks even more striking (and it weighs much less). IMO it’s one of the most attractive blue dials out there, and the unique textured bezel makes it even better. I often look at it and have no idea what time it is.
Both watches keep great time, and to me are very handsome & eye catching pieces. Tag has some wonderful designs. Resale value wasn’t a factor in either purchase because I have no intention of selling them. I’d absolutely recommend a Tag, and for anyone who’s looking I’d advise you to check out one of their outlet stores, as they have pretty good discounts.

[Michael M.]

I heard through my AD that tag is trying to move up-market, and come out with some more in-house movements. I tried on a tag priced at over 10k.....I couldn't see myself paying over 10k for a tag IMHO!

[Bruno C]

I love Tag Heuer. My first automatic was a Link Calibre 5, and with this baby I became a watch lover.
After that came a Seamaster and a Sub, but you never forgot your first love!!!

Another Tag that I love is the Carrera....

[Bruno C]

Another pics of the LINK

[Wisconsin Proud]

the wear on the bezel and bracelet indicates that the materials are not very high quality, which reinforces my negative feelings towards the brand.

Did you not read that this watch is over 20 years old? It appears to have been dragged behind a car and you say the materials are bad?

:thinking:

[nGage7962]

I have a Kirium Formula 1 that I bought in 2005. I recently sent it to the Tag Service Centre for a no obligation assessment. The watch was working fine, but I figured after 6 years maybe the seals should be replaced. The assessment came back... $800!!!! I said no thanks and that I wear my Rolex Sea Dweller Deepsea most of the time now anyway.

No more Tags for me :(

[Palakiko]

[QUOTE=Bruno C;2566497]I love Tag Heuer. My first automatic was a Link Calibre 5, and with this baby I became a watch lover.
After that came a Seamaster and a Sub, but you never forgot your first love!!!

I like that Bruno.."your first love." :chuckle: I myself have a Tag Heuer for my first serious watch but am looking for that perfect Rolex.

[totti]

í have Tag Carrera Chrono Day Date , black face, im wearing it daily for the last two years, it was my wedding gift to myself :) . lovely automatic 42 mm chrono with very nice styling, SS bracelet. saphire front and back, like the red line on the chrono puch and the black one on the crown, face is nice with lovely beveled numbers, with race DNA. works very fine, 28800 vibes, i think its movement is an ETA 7750 with some custom parts, like swinging weight, and some bridges cosmetic works , it takes all the beating , 100 meter water resist without locks on puchers , makes it practical i use chrono alot, (when i make coffe, almost every day) . the only thing i had , is that there is a black end cap on the crown that got lost, at that time it was still under dealer warranty (2 years) and the AD replaced my crown under it.

some say TAG lose mony , well it had a couple of price increase since, even if it does, so do all Vacheron constantine and JLC, Patek , and all the top watches. you want investment, buy gold bars. a wrist watch is not an investment. and i dont think of selling my wedding gift , and my first "real"watch". over all , after two years now , im still loving it. among all TAGs (except Monaco V4) i still think its the best they put on. i might get another watch though.

[salem65]

I have recently been looking at the Aquaracer 500, and I am really impressed with it. It looks gorgeous and has a great feel.

[rjm23]

I have a Kirium Formula 1 that I bought in 2005. I recently sent it to the Tag Service Centre for a no obligation assessment. The watch was working fine, but I figured after 6 years maybe the seals should be replaced. The assessment came back... $800!!!! I said no thanks and that I wear my Rolex Sea Dweller Deepsea most of the time now anyway.

No more Tags for me :(

Hi Mark ... curious, what did they say your piece needed to have done?

[dddrees]

I bought a Grand Carrera GMT on bracelet in Grand Cayman last year. I'm generally not a fan of Tag, but the GC line is really exceptional, beautiful workmanship. I agree you'll take a big hit if you sell, but outside Rolex and just a few others that's always the case, too many cheap gray market watches out there. But as I bought from an AD at 25% off and no tax, which is the beauty of a family cruise twice a year, :), I'll take a hit, but it won't be too bad. Of all the Tags, the GC seems to do the best.

Question: Besides Rolex, what watches hold their value well?

http://i1008.photobucket.com/albums/af202/Megalobyte/e1655b86.jpg

http://i1008.photobucket.com/albums/af202/Megalobyte/e57d45d1.jpg

http://i1008.photobucket.com/albums/af202/Megalobyte/76249527.jpg

This one looks really nice.

[drockadam]

TAG Heuer makes some really gorgeous watches. My Dad has a Quartz Chronograph from then, he's had it since 1991. It sits in my watch box, doesn't get much wrist time. It needs a service though. It's one of the nicest watches I've seen.

[meloncap78]

The only Tag I have is my Aquagraph. I flipped it quite some time ago to help fund my Sub C and it recently came back to me. I don't think I will ever get rid of it again. I think it is one of Tag's better engineered pieces for the function that it serves.

[hookem115]

I have a quartz Link and I love it. Great watch. The only reason I haven't been wearing it is I recently picked up a vintage Datejust, but I will not get rid of the Tag. Had it a year and a half and have not had a single problem with it.

[willz15]

i've had 2 tags over the years, the first one being a formula 1, on which is already broken from a battery change, and i have no idea where it is now, and currently owns the golf watch, tiger woods edition. its not exactly what you would call a high end watch, but i've worn it on formal occasions, rotating it with my AP, and never looked out of place IMHO.:cheers:

here's some pics

[gprosser]

got this autavia last week :-)

[Alcan]

This old thing isn't exactly a Tag, but a Heuer Carrera with a Valjoux caliber 7736 from around 1975, about 10 years before Tag acquired the company. Its on a brown croc strap with butterfly deployant now.

This pic is from before I had it overhauled. Had the case stripped, divot mostly taken out of the left side, and replated, along with a movement service and crystal polishing. The dial is as new, just looks as it does due to the lighting and my lack of photographic skills. :chuckle:

[gprosser]

Very nice!

[Matt_w]

Seeing as we have a Tag section and my every day watch (actually my only watch really) is a Tag I thought I would put my two bobs worth in.

It's nothing too special in terms of the watch, pretty generic looking with the date and 3 small dials on the face. The small bottom dial is the second hand that continuously moves, with the top right the point of a second during the stop watch function and the top right the hour hand for the stop watch function. On the main face you obviously have the hour and minute hands that are luminous but also two additional hands for the stop watch function. The smallest of the two is the second hand for the stop watch and the bigger one with the arrow at the top is the minute hand for the stop watch function (hope that makes sense).

My dad brought this watch for me as a 21st birthday present but also for completing my divers training with the Royal Navy. Since owning it I never take it off. Literally never. I play football with it, swim, run, eat, drink, sleep, ski in it and as it was designed I scuba dive in it. If I do it, so does the watch. It has even been on two 6 month stints to Iraq and the Northern Arabian Gulf back when I was a Marine Engineer. I cant speak highly enough of the watch and in the 6 years I have had it the only time it has gone to Tag was around 2 years ago when it needed a new battery. The case is a little scratched, as you would expect from the activities I do in it, but the glass is as perfect as it was when new, not a single mark, scratch or blemish.

My dad sadly passed away less than a year after he got this for me, so although it isn't worth much, the sentimental value is so high that doesn't matter. Here are some pics....

[Newbieone]

I can't pass up an opportunity to show off my 24 year old Tag, with velcro and the added cyclops...It's been a a workhorse...so I have to keep it to give to my son some day...

[Matt_w]

I can't pass up an opportunity to show off my 24 year old Tag, with velcro and the added cyclops...It's been a a workhorse...so I have to keep it to give to my son some day...

This is the same as in your profile picture right? Why did you change the strap?

[woods1999]

I purchased my 2000 Professional back in 2005; one battery change since then and it still runs great. I wore it everyday since purchase and absolutely love it.

Recently got a SS Datejust but I will definitely keep my Tag... even thinking of getting another one; a pre-owned Link or Tiger Link.

[Rags]

I purchased my 2000 Professional back in 2005; one battery change since then and it still runs great. I wore it everyday since purchase and absolutely love it.

Recently got a SS Datejust but I will definitely keep my Tag... even thinking of getting another one; a pre-owned Link or Tiger Link.

I have a 2000 professional & 2 aquaracers (waf1110 & waf1113). They get the most wrist time. My DJ is for weekends & special occasions. IMO Tags are great watches.

[timlaw]

http://i1180.photobucket.com/albums/x420/timlaw2/DSC01347.jpg

not strictly a tag heuer but here is a pic of my 40 year old chrono - still looks sharp and works perfectly

just sold a navitimer and bought a monaco LE grey faced model but no photos yet - stunning watch imo

[timlaw]

here's a picture of my new Heuer monaco limited edition. Lovely watch and very well made and packaged.

http://i1180.photobucket.com/albums/x420/timlaw2/mon4.jpg

[Rags]

That's a great looking watch Tim. I'm also a big Tag fan..

[Mawgie]

I really like Tags, and am in the hunt for an Aquaracer or GC. As far as resale, I think adherence to these guidelines is helpful: 1) never pay retail from an AD; 2) try to buy mint/near mint, LNIB, with most papers and confirmed authentic; 3) be patient, and don't buy a fixer upper.

For example, the Aquaracer Calibre 5 300m I am after (WAN2110) is $1400 on amazon, and a little less, authentic and boxed form one of the large, reliable online grey market sellers. They trade, used, on the Forums in the range of $700-900 in great condition, with all links/boxes. I should think the watch will be worth on the order of $500 for quite some time, kept in good condition. That is not a bad depreciaiton hit at all for me, because someone else took the brunt of it for me!

Having said all that, Rolex quality and constant price increases obviously keep Rolie value retention in a league of its own. I am just saying that, carefully bought, a Tag is not, in my opinion, nearly as bad a depreciation risk as people state.