TAG Heuer Aquagraph CN211A

TAG Heuer Aquagraph CN211A

Model Code: CN211A

For TAG Heuer, the Aquagraph was a move into brave new territory following the brand’s acquisition from TAG in 1985. With major success in the affordable sports watch market, TAG Heuer produced a highly functional sports watch in the Diver 1000- adaptable to all lifestyles, specifically diving activities. The success of the Diver 1000 series inspired TAG Heuer to crank it up to the hardcore and produce one of their most impressive utilitarian timepieces. The Aquagraph is both an incredible timepiece and a serious diving instrument. Favoured by many collectors as an underrated gem of the early 2000s catalogues, TAG Heuer’s ambition bleeds through into the Aquagraph’s ergonomics and meticulous design.

Housed within a thick stainless steel case is a Calibre 60 movement which allows chronograph timing in one-second increments up to 12 hours and 24-hour indication. Bursts of bright yellow make the Aquagraph’s dial readable while retaining its complexity. A standout feature is the prominent arrowed chronograph hand which is unique to only this model.

The Aquagraph wears so comfortably that it feels like it has been poured onto the wrist- moulding seamlessly while remaining perfectly compact. Its helium release valve facilitates an impressive 500m water resistance, complete with a nice engraving of an old-time diver on the caseback. As far as everyday watches go, the Aquagraph couldn’t be more perfect. It represents a portion of TAG Heuer’s innovative history and ambition to further the brand into new territory, paving the way for its successor, the Aquaracer, to become one of the most recognisable diver’s watches on the market.

This example is in outstanding condition following a recent service. It comes alongside a TAG Heuer box with an original Aquagraph booklet.