Forty years after the much loved Skipper sailors’ watch was discontinued, TAG Heuer has brought it back as a variation of the new Carrera chronograph that was launched this year on the 60th anniversary of the family.
Skipper watches were made between 1968 and 1983, predominately in an Heuer Autavia case, but the very earliest and rarest models — and most desirable for collectors — were Carreras.
The 2023 models adopt the glassbox crystal style of the anniversary Carreras, which give the dials a more open and spacious feel than the 39mm case size would suggest.
They are powered by the latest TH20-06 automatic movement with an 80-hour power reserve.
The iconic design of a blue dial adorned with light teal and three-colour segmented 15 minute chronograph counters at 9 and 3 o’clock and a bright orange central chronograph hand has been embraced.
But TAG Heuer has also added a subtle small seconds sub dial and date at 6 o’clock.
Collectors have been known to part with up to $80,000 for the rarest Skipper chronographs, but regular punters will only have to part with CHF 6,600 for the new model.
Love this! The use of the Glassbox crystal really makes the dial stand out beautifully.