You make it sound like every mechanical watch isn't extremely delicate. A watch consists of dozens of mechanical parts that have to precisely work together, of course it's going to be delicate. It's like owning a Ferrari and being surprised that it needs to be serviced more frequently than a Land Rover Defender.
Automatic watches are alot more durable then people think. I have a Rolex Explorer and that watch ⌚ has been through the mill and back and it never missed a beat yet
It really sounds like you are trying to dissuade anyone from buying this watch, camouflaging it like “proper maintenance” concern. Don’t get me wrong, I take what you say with the authority your firm musters, but, for the benefit of us who are considering to part with 5k on a watch we would appreciate your true thoughts. It simply gives you more credibility
This isn't a review; it's a rant...about all the bad things that will happen to this Monaco if a highly disciplined (and potentially costly) system of maintenance, care, and operational do's 'n don'ts isn't strictly observed. Anything positive about this timepiece?
The problem I have with this piece at the price they are demanding is that the movement is not in house and isn't COSC certified, At a price of 5 something grand that's not too much to ask. I know that they use a top grade movement which is adjusted to COSC standard but its not certified, not every individual piece, so there is NO guarantee for its accuracy.
I used to really like Tag....not sure why lol. I had an aquaracer and was not impressed, although it was pretty. Then I sold it and bought a Stowa and I think it's much nicer in terms of quality and fit and finish. Of course, taste and opinion varies, and to each their own.
My daughter just got a kitten that sounds tougher than this watch! Can someone recommend a vintage re-issue mechanical chronograph that can actually be used in the "real world" (so not the Speedmaster then...)
For this model, Tag Heuer actually recommends servicing every 4-6 years. The one year you are referring to lines up with water resistance testing. Gaskets can dry out and chemicals or salt water can damage them. This testing ensures that the watch continues to stay water resistant to it's 100m rating.
@@reconforsales7708 No you can't.... The cheapest one on Chrono24 is $3,800 for a pre-owned and most are still between $4000-5000. There are many Tag Heuers that will plummet in value the moment you walk out of the AD, but the Monaco isn't one of them...
wow you make it sound like this watch extremely delicate
Don't worry, it's not too delicate, but the proper usage and care will help maintain the watch for many years to come.
You make it sound like every mechanical watch isn't extremely delicate. A watch consists of dozens of mechanical parts that have to precisely work together, of course it's going to be delicate. It's like owning a Ferrari and being surprised that it needs to be serviced more frequently than a Land Rover Defender.
Automatic watches are alot more durable then people think. I have a Rolex Explorer and that watch ⌚ has been through the mill and back and it never missed a beat yet
@@Extremmistmy defender has way more issues than my f430 lol
I am thinking about purchasing the Monaco . thanks Tim ... ~ JDS/CT
Just purchased and thank you for the excellent review! 👍
Wow, you really made it sound like its a very weak watch
Visually this watch is really top drawer
Fuck it I wear the shit out of mine it gets hammered what’s the point of buying one and then worrying about wearing it ...
Wonderful watch!!!
It really sounds like you are trying to dissuade anyone from buying this watch, camouflaging it like “proper maintenance” concern. Don’t get me wrong, I take what you say with the authority your firm musters, but, for the benefit of us who are considering to part with 5k on a watch we would appreciate your true thoughts. It simply gives you more credibility
Hi, because the crown is on the left so should winding be the other way round?
The crown is to the left to remind the wearer of the watch that it's not needed to rewind, because it's an automatic.
Its because you can wear it on your right hand
This isn't a review; it's a rant...about all the bad things that will happen to this Monaco if a highly disciplined (and potentially costly) system of maintenance, care, and operational do's 'n don'ts isn't strictly observed. Anything positive about this timepiece?
Beauty.
i have the same watch. i need to set the time every morning which is a pain! it stops if i dont wear it for couple of hours.
Sure sounds like your Monaco needs to be serviced.
I wonder why you don't see the Monaco on the bracelet that 🤔 much
The problem I have with this piece at the price they are demanding is that the movement is not in house and isn't COSC certified, At a price of 5 something grand that's not too much to ask. I know that they use a top grade movement which is adjusted to COSC standard but its not certified, not every individual piece, so there is NO guarantee for its accuracy.
What is COSC?
Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute
consumer is the one paying for COSC certificate! are you willing to pay additional 1k for that certificate?
I agree. My $1100 Mido is COSC. This timepieces cost 5X as much.
Tim Mosso is that you?
I used to really like Tag....not sure why lol.
I had an aquaracer and was not impressed, although it was pretty.
Then I sold it and bought a Stowa and I think it's much nicer in terms of quality and fit and finish.
Of course, taste and opinion varies, and to each their own.
My daughter just got a kitten that sounds tougher than this watch!
Can someone recommend a vintage re-issue mechanical chronograph that can actually be used in the "real world" (so not the Speedmaster then...)
Watch Walter White
They want you to service every year.. what a joke
For this model, Tag Heuer actually recommends servicing every 4-6 years. The one year you are referring to lines up with water resistance testing. Gaskets can dry out and chemicals or salt water can damage them. This testing ensures that the watch continues to stay water resistant to it's 100m rating.
I'll wear my Vostok, it recommends service every 10 years :)
I rather buy a casio for 5 bucks, no service, just chuck it away and get a new 1
Hard to watch sounds like a do not buy video.
Why you wearing gloves handling a $2000 watch?
Because it’s a €6000 watch?
@@MarkGelderland no Tag Heuer watch is worth that much! Check out chrono24, you can buy these watches for a few hundred dollars!
@@reconforsales7708 Monaco Cal11 retails €6000, cheapest on chrono24 is €3800
@@reconforsales7708 No you can't.... The cheapest one on Chrono24 is $3,800 for a pre-owned and most are still between $4000-5000. There are many Tag Heuers that will plummet in value the moment you walk out of the AD, but the Monaco isn't one of them...
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