The Carrera Calibre 5

The Heuer Carrera of the 1960s and 1970s was always a chronograph, Heuer manufactured chronograph timepieces. Well every Heuer timepiece of that era was a chronograph apparently - that is what they did.

So when TAG Heuer has reinvented the three hand Carrera with a Calibre 5, one has to ask, would I purchase a Calibre 5 Carrera? The Calibre 5 is generally an ETA 2824-2 but could also be a Sellita SW 200 so one has to be a little cautious.

I am not a fan of the SW 200 based on previous experiences and whilst the ETA 2824-2 is a solid movement, the attempts to create greater competition between movement manufacturers has caused supply issues.

As far as a three hand Carrera, whilst it wasn't the original design, I find the three hand Carrera a clean looking design. My concerns are with the engine under the bonnet and I hope TAG Heuer is a little more transparent with serial number designations so the consumer can make an informed choice.