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EVILDUC996 · 8 March 2006, 07:19 AM

I'm thinking of getting a TAG Heuer for an everyday watch, does anyone have one and do they like them?

C.J. · 8 March 2006, 08:21 AM

Welcome to TRF

Glad to have you

I have a 2000 quartz. It's a good watch, durable and accurate as can be, but not really my cuppa

GerardoG · 8 March 2006, 08:28 AM

Welcome. No, I don't have a TAG, I have to admit that I like them. My 'daily' watch is a Rolex Sub, looks great with everything and is a long lasting watch.

dman · 8 March 2006, 08:44 AM

I just sourced one of those for my BIL. Very solid feeling and great looking. Not sure about the timing but for the discount that can be had, it seems like a winner to me.

mailman · 8 March 2006, 10:04 AM

Hey DUC. I don't know anything about TAGs, but just for the heck of it, why not try a Seiko Black Monster? I know atomic has had a Tag and now has a BM and he really enjoyes it. If the Tag is something you're ever going to sell you'll take a beating on it, where as the BM can be had for around $150 US NIB. If you're not happy with it, you won't loose much, if anything at all on it. It might be something to think about. Just my .02 Here's a pic of mine.

C.J. · 8 March 2006, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

Hey DUC. I don't know anything about TAGs, but just for the heck of it, why not try a Seiko Black Monster? I know atomic has had a Tag and now has a BM and he really enjoyes it. If the Tag is something you're ever going to sell you'll take a beating on it, where as the BM can be had for around $150 US NIB. If you're not happy with it, you won't loose much, if anything at all on it. It might be something to think about. Just my .02 Here's a pic of mine.

How are you liking the BM so far, Paul ? I like it more every time you post the picture

mailman · 8 March 2006, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

How are you liking the BM so far, Paul ? I like it more every time you post the picture

Then friggin buy one.

You won't be sorry. I'm just sorry Iwaited so long to get one.

I've been wearing it to work every day for the past 8 days and I love it.

Tell ya what, for the money, you can't beat the fit, comfort and toughness of this watch. Plus it's automatic to boot.

JJ Irani · 8 March 2006, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EVILDUC996

I'm thinking of getting a TAG Heuer for an everyday watch, does anyone have one and do they like them?

Hi Evilduc,

Welcome to TRF. While some of the TAG models are more appealing than others, it is important to note that once you buy a TAG don't think of selling it. You will take a big hit on it. They are certainly well made watches with some top class quality control behind them, but buy one for keeps. So choose once, but choose well.

On the other hand, if you don't want to tie up too much of your funds in a watch, but would rather save up for a Rolex, then the SEIKO BM above is an excellent watch for daily use.

JJ

padi56 · 8 March 2006, 08:52 PM

Well have to agree with Paulie Mailman, Seiko is a true value brand and very reliable.If you are looking for a auto watch,there are many eta based, and are every bit as good as the Tag.

8 March 2006, 11:34 PM

As Paul mentioned, I owned a TAG Heuer Kirium quartz and wore it daily everywhere for three years before it got religated to my watch caddy for three years once the Rolex came along. I paid $1200 for it and amazingly sold it for $500. Not bad.

But for the money you drop on a TAG (automatic or quartz) there lots of other watches that give you way more value. Personally I would never buy a quartz watch again, particularly if it cost more than $100. If you're spending over or around $1,000, you have plenty of options.

For example, the Seiko Monster as pictured above. I've had mine since early December and for the price, you can't beat it. Mind you, it's so ugly it's cool... but it's a love it/hate it kind of watch. There is Oris, who make a superb auto diver watch for well under US$1,000... there's Hamilton, lots and lots of options.

I'm not knocking TAG, because I enjoyed mine (until I got my Rolex) and it took everything I could throw at it without missing a beat. But I got caught up in their marketing and made a purchase based on what was 'cool' at the time, without doing my homework. That said, TAG autos are nice watches too, but for the money, you can get an auto with the same (or better) auto movement in it, for half the price.

Good luck.

EVILDUC996 · 9 March 2006, 01:44 AM

I’ve got a Yacht Master right now, but I don’t like wearing it to work because of the business I’m in, the customers might think I make to much money and not buy any product. The Tag I’m getting is through rewards points that I earned at work thru a lender of ours, won’t cost me a dime.

SLRdude · 9 March 2006, 01:47 AM

aahhh.... a free watch. the best kind!!

Make sure you show us pics!

mailman · 9 March 2006, 09:45 AM

Why didn't you tell us that to begin with?

Free watches are the best kind.

Post pics when you get it.

Launch Mini · 9 March 2006, 12:17 PM

Free watches are good.

Now that 996 in you name, does that refer to the model number of your Porsche???

Uncle-AJ · 9 March 2006, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

Free watches are good.

Now that 996 in you name, does that refer to the model number of your Porsche???

My guess is it's the model of his Ducati and a very nice bike it is. Much more stylish than the new 999.

Launch Mini · 9 March 2006, 03:02 PM

Good call AJ. I'm not a bike guy, but once you mentioned it, I can see it.

padi56 · 9 March 2006, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

My guess is it's the model of his Ducati and a very nice bike it is. Much more stylish than the new 999.

Yes Adrian agree a fantastic looking bike.free watches thats
the best kind to have any make.

Franklin Winchester · 9 March 2006, 10:55 PM

IMO is the best every day watch. Durable...goes with everything......

What are everyone's thoughts?

9 March 2006, 11:17 PM

If it's free, get it! Nothing better than free stuff.

Rockrolex · 10 March 2006, 12:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Franklin Winchester

IMO is the best every day watch. Durable...goes with everything......

What are everyone's thoughts?

Franklin, except for the free watch, I agree with you, and especially the GMT. Best all around watch there is IMHO.

Submarinoober · 24 March 2006, 06:00 AM

Its a Ducati 996. I have an Aprilia Mille RSV 1000. Nice Duc to own and great styling, but it doesnt even compare to my Ape! Its the thrilla gorilla! Haha!!!

This thread has officially been jacked by cycle enthusiasts!

SLRdude · 24 March 2006, 07:01 AM

I ride a modified Busa.

Goodwatch · 24 March 2006, 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

Then friggin buy one.

You won't be sorry. I'm just sorry Iwaited so long to get one.

I've been wearing it to work every day for the past 8 days and I love it.

Tell ya what, for the money, you can't beat the fit, comfort and toughness of this watch. Plus it's automatic to boot.

It's a mailman thing

mailman · 24 March 2006, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

It's a mailman thing

8 March 2006, 08:21 AM	#2
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	Welcome to TRF Glad to have you I have a 2000 quartz. It's a good watch, durable and accurate as can be, but not really my cuppa __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

8 March 2006, 08:44 AM	#4
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	I just sourced one of those for my BIL. Very solid feeling and great looking. Not sure about the timing but for the discount that can be had, it seems like a winner to me. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

8 March 2006, 10:04 AM	#5
mailman TRF Moderator & DATE-JUST41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,374	Hey DUC. I don't know anything about TAGs, but just for the heck of it, why not try a Seiko Black Monster? I know atomic has had a Tag and now has a BM and he really enjoyes it. If the Tag is something you're ever going to sell you'll take a beating on it, where as the BM can be had for around $150 US NIB. If you're not happy with it, you won't loose much, if anything at all on it. It might be something to think about. Just my .02 Here's a pic of mine. __________________ JJ

8 March 2006, 08:52 PM	#9
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,330	Well have to agree with Paulie Mailman, Seiko is a true value brand and very reliable.If you are looking for a auto watch,there are many eta based, and are every bit as good as the Tag. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

9 March 2006, 01:47 AM	#12
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	aahhh.... a free watch. the best kind!! Make sure you show us pics! __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

8 March 2006, 08:28 AM	#3
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Welcome. No, I don't have a TAG, I have to admit that I like them. My 'daily' watch is a Rolex Sub, looks great with everything and is a long lasting watch.

8 March 2006, 11:34 PM	#10
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	As Paul mentioned, I owned a TAG Heuer Kirium quartz and wore it daily everywhere for three years before it got religated to my watch caddy for three years once the Rolex came along. I paid $1200 for it and amazingly sold it for $500. Not bad. But for the money you drop on a TAG (automatic or quartz) there lots of other watches that give you way more value. Personally I would never buy a quartz watch again, particularly if it cost more than $100. If you're spending over or around $1,000, you have plenty of options. For example, the Seiko Monster as pictured above. I've had mine since early December and for the price, you can't beat it. Mind you, it's so ugly it's cool... but it's a love it/hate it kind of watch. There is Oris, who make a superb auto diver watch for well under US$1,000... there's Hamilton, lots and lots of options. I'm not knocking TAG, because I enjoyed mine (until I got my Rolex) and it took everything I could throw at it without missing a beat. But I got caught up in their marketing and made a purchase based on what was 'cool' at the time, without doing my homework. That said, TAG autos are nice watches too, but for the money, you can get an auto with the same (or better) auto movement in it, for half the price. Good luck.

9 March 2006, 01:44 AM	#11
EVILDUC996 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6	I’ve got a Yacht Master right now, but I don’t like wearing it to work because of the business I’m in, the customers might think I make to much money and not buy any product. The Tag I’m getting is through rewards points that I earned at work thru a lender of ours, won’t cost me a dime.

9 March 2006, 09:45 AM	#13
mailman TRF Moderator & DATE-JUST41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,374	Why didn't you tell us that to begin with? Free watches are the best kind. Post pics when you get it. __________________ JJ

9 March 2006, 12:17 PM	#14
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,241	Free watches are good. Now that 996 in you name, does that refer to the model number of your Porsche??? __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

9 March 2006, 03:02 PM	#16
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,241	Good call AJ. I'm not a bike guy, but once you mentioned it, I can see it. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

9 March 2006, 10:55 PM	#18
Franklin Winchester Banned Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: California Posts: 28	The SS Sub or GMT IMO is the best every day watch. Durable...goes with everything...... What are everyone's thoughts?

9 March 2006, 11:17 PM	#19
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	If it's free, get it! Nothing better than free stuff.

24 March 2006, 06:00 AM	#21
Submarinoober Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Jak Ofaltrades Location: Flahrida Posts: 27	Its a Ducati 996. I have an Aprilia Mille RSV 1000. Nice Duc to own and great styling, but it doesnt even compare to my Ape! Its the thrilla gorilla! Haha!!! This thread has officially been jacked by cycle enthusiasts!

24 March 2006, 07:01 AM	#22
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	I ride a modified Busa. __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

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