I think this Phantom is my favorite version of the Heuer 01

May 24, 2016,07:25 AM
 

The open dial just works well monochrome.  Thanks for the post, Todd.

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"Look to the Light," a peek at TAG Heuer's lightweight Ti "Grey Phantom"

 
 By: JToddH : May 24th, 2016-07:07
I think we all expected the Carrera Heuer 01 to be the flagship piece of TAG Heuer's offerings at Baselworld this year. What caught me by surprise, was the myriad of variations that would be on display just months after the first new Carreras hit the stor...  

I think this Phantom is my favorite version of the Heuer 01

 
 By: MichaelC : May 24th, 2016-07:25
The open dial just works well monochrome. Thanks for the post, Todd.

I agree. It's almost frustrating...

 
 By: JToddH : May 24th, 2016-07:30
When I first saw the Heuer 01, I thought, "I'll get one." But now, I want another, and another and another. AHHHH! Actually, there are currently FIVE Heuer 01s on my wish list (Plus a 02t). Anyone want to buy a kidney? ( Just kidding! )

Well, your frustration is JCB's delight!

 
 By: MichaelC : May 24th, 2016-08:20
LOL. He is a modern Master, and he gets us all!

Strangely compelling

 
 By: MTF : May 24th, 2016-18:30
Todd I usually don't like skeltonised or fenestrated dials or metal bracelets but as this watch is monochromatic, it sort of blends into the background. The bracelet may work for me if its as light as you say. Thinking about it now; bracelet weight must b... 

If one does not enjoy heavy weight on the wrist

 
 By: KMII : May 25th, 2016-23:38
But likes bracelets, titanium is definitely the way to go Very appealing version and certainly stealthier than the original black... Like it a lot!

Titanium is always the best choice.

 
 By: piccolochimico (aka dsgalaxy1) : June 2nd, 2016-00:18
Especially when the watch is big and thick. This metal is also warmer on the wrist, far away better than steel. The only concern is the scatch resistance, depending on the alloy's hardness

As long as it is available, this is my next watch, wow :D

 
 By: Rogi : June 2nd, 2016-12:20
After the let down of the Red Bull Tag having no auto. Varient, the Grey Phantom looks too good to be true *love at first sight*

I like it too!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : June 6th, 2016-19:04
Thanks for the review Todd The monochromatic feel and look is what I find very attractive Cheers Robin

Is there any more info about the piece?

 
 By: Rogi : June 22nd, 2016-12:58
I'd like to buy the grey phantom but most of the dealers here in Canada don't have it/can't order it/don't know what it is, they should rename it to the grey mystery. I have one quoted price for an order but other than that I have conflicting information.... 

Grey Phantom to ship in October

 
 By: JToddH : June 23rd, 2016-08:04
I just contacted the brand who said this model will ship in October, 2016