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TAG Heuer

Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph

CBW2182.FC833941mmautomatic$138,000 list priceAnnounced April 2024

A 41mm square titanium Monaco with a sapphire bezel, a skeletonised sapphire dial and an automatic rattrapante (split-seconds) chronograph, calibre TH81-00, developed with Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier. It is TAG Heuer's high-end haute horlogerie take on its 1969 Monaco, offered in blue-accented natural titanium and red-accented black DLC titanium versions.

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Early reactions

Positive

3 reviews: 3 positive, 0 mixed, 0 negative. 1 of 3 recommend it.

Fewer than four counted reviews, so treat this as a first read rather than a settled view.

Every reviewer praises how light the titanium case wears and singles out the sapphire case bottom. Most admire the openworked dial, find the square Monaco case as compelling as ever, and see the split-seconds movement as evidence of TAG Heuer's growing mechanical expertise. Value draws mixed reactions from most, and one reviewer notes minimal water resistance.

Where they differ. Although every review is positive, only one reviewer goes as far as recommending it. Most are ambivalent about whether it represents good value.

Most praised

Titanium build wears remarkably light3 of 3
- aBlogtoWatch Finds the overall weight impressively light.the overall weight is impressively lightRead it in context
- Time+Tide Finds the titanium construction makes the large watch feel light when worn.Read the review
- Kevin O'Leary Remarks on the watch being remarkably light.that's beautiful but you're right yeah remarkable very lightWatch from 5:58
Sapphire case bottom is a standout feature3 of 3
- aBlogtoWatch Singles out the mostly clear sapphire caseback as a top design feature.one of the best features of the Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph case designRead it in context
- Time+Tide Finds the sapphire case bottom shows off the movement more and looks futuristic.makes the watch look even more futuristicRead it in context
- Kevin O'Leary Notices the unusual caseback shape only after picking it up and finds it quite unique.I noticed until I picked it up it's quite uniqueWatch from 6:57
Openworked dial rewards close study2 of 3
- aBlogtoWatch Considers studying the openworked dial worthwhile for any enthusiast.Looking deeply into the openworked dial and skeletonized movement is a worthwhile experienceRead it in context
- Time+Tide Praises the openworked dial's depth and high-tech appearance.It’s beautifully three-dimensional and looks very high-tech.Read it in context
Movement shows TAG's growing mechanical expertise2 of 3
- aBlogtoWatch Views the movement development as evidence of an innovative, resourceful team.The movement development proves how innovative and resourceful Kasapi and her team areRead it in context
- Time+Tide Sees the watch as evidence of TAG's maturing mechanical watchmaking.exciting to see TAG’s mechanical watchmaking become increasingly matureRead it in context
Square Monaco case remains uniquely compelling2 of 3
- aBlogtoWatch Calls the Monaco profile TAG Heuer's most beguiling case design, though not to all tastes.really is TAG Heuer’s most beguiling case design (even though it isn’t for all tastes)Read it in context
- Kevin O'Leary Believes no other brand captures the square case design as TAG Heuer does.there is no other brand that somehow crystallizes the square the same way you guys doWatch from 3:06
Split-seconds movement is exciting and performs well2 of 3
- aBlogtoWatch Describes the movement as traditional in features with a modern look and great performance.more about traditional features with a modern look and great performanceRead it in context
- Time+Tide Considers the split-seconds movement the most exciting part of the watch.Now to the really exciting bit.Read it in context

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Rattrapante makes the Monaco even racier1 of 3
- Time+Tide Considers it among the raciest Monaco models ever produced.This is one of the raciest Monacos ever madeRead it in context
- Time+Tide Sees the rattrapante take as making the iconic square Monaco even more high-octane.this new rattrapante take on this square beauty makes it even more high-octaneRead it in context
Exotic watch still suited to regular wear1 of 3
- aBlogtoWatch Considers it comfortable enough for regular wear.The watch is comfortable and practical enough to wear regularlyRead it in context
- aBlogtoWatch Calls it a very sensible exotic watch suited to regular wear.it is a very sensible exotic watchRead it in context
- aBlogtoWatch Feels it gives up little utility in exchange for style and novelty.it doesn’t sacrifice much utility or sensibility for style and noveltyRead it in context
Checkerboard finish on the bridges1 of 3
- Time+Tide Likes the checkerboard pattern finish on the bridges.features a cool checkerboard pattern finish across its centreRead it in context
Hybrid strap adds a sportier look1 of 3
- Time+Tide Thinks the hybrid strap makes the watch look sportier than the Only Watch original.this hybrid strap helps the watch look even sportier than its Only Watch progenitorRead it in context
Avant-garde take on the high-end chronograph1 of 3
- aBlogtoWatch Describes the watch as very interesting and avant-garde.This is a very interesting and avant-garde watch from TAG HeuerRead it in context
- aBlogtoWatch Feels it is a competent high-end sporty chronograph that suits the TAG Heuer brand.very competent high-end sporty chronographs that feel suitable under the TAG Heuer brandRead it in context

Most criticised

Water resistance is minimal1 of 3
- aBlogtoWatch Points out the water resistance is only 30 meters.water resistant to only 30 metersRead it in context

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By aspect

PositiveMixedNegative

How reviewers judged each aspect; one square per reviewer who discussed it
Case & proportions		Praised
Wearability		Praised
Dial		Praised
Movement		Praised
Originality		Praised
Value		Mixed
Design		Few mentions
Bracelet & strap		Few mentions
Functionality		Few mentions
Versatility		Few mentions

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The reviews

3 counted, 2 more for context

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aBlogtoWatch

Hands-On: TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph Watch, The Brand's New Face Of Ultra-Luxury

ArticleHands-on reviewAug 2024Ariel Adams

PositiveRecommends, with caveats

The reviewer sees the watch as an interesting, avant-garde but sensible high-end chronograph. It has a striking futuristic Monaco case, a light and comfortable fit, and a well-performing Vaucher-made split-seconds movement. The price is still high, and the watch is not for everyone.

Suits: Enthusiasts wanting a wearable, avant-garde high-end sporty chronograph

What the review says, point by point

Case & proportionspositive: Calls the Monaco profile TAG Heuer's most beguiling case design, though not to all tastes.
Finds the case a good balance of restraint and novel shapes.
Singles out the mostly clear sapphire caseback as a top design feature.
Wearabilitypositive: Notes the squarish proportions make it wear on the larger side.
Finds the overall weight impressively light.
Considers it comfortable enough for regular wear.
Movementpositive: Describes the movement as traditional in features with a modern look and great performance.
Views the movement development as evidence of an innovative, resourceful team.
Believes outsourcing production to Vaucher helped keep the price down.
Dialpositive: Considers studying the openworked dial worthwhile for any enthusiast.
Functionalitymixed: Points out the water resistance is only 30 meters.
Feels it gives up little utility in exchange for style and novelty.
Versatilitypositive: Calls it a very sensible exotic watch suited to regular wear.
Originalitypositive: Describes the watch as very interesting and avant-garde.
Feels it is a competent high-end sporty chronograph that suits the TAG Heuer brand.
Valuemixed: Admits the price remains high, though outsourcing kept it from being higher.
Compared with: TAG Heuer Monaco V4: Movement far less exotic than the V4's, focused on traditional features.

Read on ablogtowatch.com

Kevin O'Leary

The Most Iconic TAG Heuer Watch of All Time | Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph

Video, 10 minFirst lookApr 2024

Positive

In a Watches and Wonders booth chat, the reviewer mostly lets TAG Heuer staff explain the Monaco Split-Seconds. The reviewer offers brief approving remarks on its light weight, its distinctive domed sapphire caseback and the iconic square Monaco design.

Disclosure: Hands-on at launch event

Low-confidence reading: Mostly brand staff speaking; the reviewer's own opinions are brief interjections, and speaker attribution in the auto captions is sometimes unclear.

What they said, point by point

Wearabilitypositive: Remarks on the watch being remarkably light. 5:58
Case & proportionspositive: Notices the unusual caseback shape only after picking it up and finds it quite unique. 6:57
Originalitypositive: Believes no other brand captures the square case design as TAG Heuer does. 3:06

Watch on YouTube

Time+Tide

The TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph is a high-octane, high-horology take on the brand’s legendary motorsports chronograph

ArticleFirst lookApr 2024Jamie Weiss

Very positive

Sees the production Monaco Split-Seconds as an exciting, racy, high-tech take on the icon. The reviewer praises its three-dimensional openworked dial, futuristic sapphire case, light wear and TAG's first split-seconds movement, with only a wry aside about the six-figure price.

What the review says, point by point

Designpositive: Considers it among the raciest Monaco models ever produced.
Sees the rattrapante take as making the iconic square Monaco even more high-octane.
Case & proportionspositive: Finds the sapphire case bottom shows off the movement more and looks futuristic.
Wearabilitypositive: Finds the titanium construction makes the large watch feel light when worn.
Dialpositive: Praises the openworked dial's depth and high-tech appearance.
Bracelet & strappositive: Thinks the hybrid strap makes the watch look sportier than the Only Watch original.
Movementpositive: Considers the split-seconds movement the most exciting part of the watch.
Likes the checkerboard pattern finish on the bridges.
Sees the watch as evidence of TAG's maturing mechanical watchmaking.
Valuemixed: Jokes that a six-figure price hardly counts as accessible to the public.
Compared with: TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph Only Watch 2023 piece unique: Production model looks sportier than the Only Watch template.

Read on timeandtidewatches.com

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Monochrome

The New TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph

ArticleNewsApr 2024Denis Peshkov

Positive

A largely descriptive launch piece. It praises the Vaucher collaboration behind the TH81-00 split-seconds movement and its finishing, and sees the blue version as a more refined, broadly appealing take than the aggressive red one.

Suits: Buyers wanting a less aggressive, more refined sporty look (blue version).

Not a review of the watch in hand (news, a guide or a reaction), so it isn't counted.

What the review says, point by point

Designpositive: Considers the blue version more refined and likely to appeal to a wider audience than the red.
Contrasts the energetic red dial with the softer finesse of the blue version.
Dialpositive: Notes that the silver outline keeps the small seconds hand from getting lost in the busy dial.
Movementpositive: Calls the collaboration with Vaucher on a proven base a commendable, quality-focused choice.
Regards building a split-seconds chronograph movement as a rare achievement in the industry.
Finishing & buildpositive: Sees the bevelled, brushed balance bridge as evidence of careful movement finishing.

Read on monochrome-watches.com

WatchTime

VideoHands-on review

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Specifications

Reference: CBW2182.FC8339
Case: 41mm, grade 5 titanium
Thickness: 15.2mm
Lug to lug: 47.9mm
Movement: TAG Heuer Calibre TH81-00 (split-seconds chronograph, made with Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, 5 Hz) (automatic)
Power reserve: 65 hours
Water resistance: 30m
Crystal: domed sapphire crystal, sapphire bezel and sapphire dial; sapphire display caseback
Bracelet or strap: blue calfskin strap with embossed textile pattern, titanium folding clasp
Announced: April 2024
List price (US): $138,000US launch price $138,000 for CBW2182.FC8339 (aBlogtoWatch, Aug 2024)

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