Noel Fleischer Posted July 27, 2008 Report Share Posted July 27, 2008 I ordered one of these from the dreaded 'cartel'. i'm still waiting to get it - i saw that its 18mm thick. that seems like a monster- i can't think of any other watches that size. i once tried on a gen and don't remember it being so bulky. it seems like the mods of the A 7750 really made it bigger. Has anyone actually seen it yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blade007 Posted July 27, 2008 Report Share Posted July 27, 2008 i have tried on the gen and loved the size of it. i have no idea of the rep though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted July 27, 2008 Report Share Posted July 27, 2008 Moved to the TAG area. Please post to correct subforums! Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Fleischer Posted July 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2008 oopps- my bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted July 27, 2008 Report Share Posted July 27, 2008 No big deal. I think the rep might be too thick. How much, I don't know... and I don't know if it's noticeable. Someone mentioned that the movement used in the gens is way thinner. Anyway... the price tag ($400) is a bit greasy, don't you think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickey Padge Posted July 27, 2008 Report Share Posted July 27, 2008 The gen is 14.85 mm thick I think So it is quite a bit thicker really...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magagne Posted July 27, 2008 Report Share Posted July 27, 2008 yeah... 18mm is the height of the Bretling Avenger, and that include a bezel, so the case itself is less than 18mm. For the Tag, the case don't have turnable bezel, that means it's FAT, maybe too FAT IMHO, the gen is more balance. UPDATE: The tickness of the GEN is 16mm: hXXps://www.bernardwatch.com/watch/TAGCAV511A.FC6225 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickey Padge Posted July 27, 2008 Report Share Posted July 27, 2008 I got my info here: http://www.gemnation.com/watches/Tag-Heuer...17-RS-3748.html Website quote: "Item number: CAV511A.BA0902 Brand: Tag Heuer Style Number: CAV511A.BA0902 Also Called: CAV511ABA0902, CAV511A Series: Grand Carrera Chronograph Calibre 17 RS Style: Mens Case: Stainless Steel Dial Color: Black with Circular Guilloche Watch Bracelet / Strap: Stainless Steel Watch Clasp: Deployant - Hidden Folding Push-button, TH Logo Movement: Automatic C.O.S.C. Engine: TAGHeuer Calibre 17 RS COSC Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small Rotating Seconds at 3, Chronograph Center Sweep Seconds, Small Rotating Chronograph Minutes at 9, Date Watch Chronograph: Screw-in chronograph push-buttons Crystal: Sapphire - Scratch Resistant Case Diameter: 43.0 mm Case Thickness: 14.85 mm Caseback: Scratch-resistant sapphire caseback with Steel decorated bridge, secured with 6 screws Bezel Material: Stainless Steel Bezel Function: Fixed Mass: 204.4 g Water Resistance: 100m / 330ft (suitable for swimming and shallow snorkeling; unsuitable for diving) Crown: Screw-down, Stainless Steel, Fluted, with TH Logo Calendar: Automatic Date at 6 o'clock Watch Bracelet Length: 8.5 inches" Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Fleischer Posted July 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2008 so its 3mm more than the gen. I think Josh originally told me 1mm. $400 has become almost the middle range for new reps. look at the Concord, APROO, HB BB, etc. its in the mail- i think its the kind of thing that you can only see when you actually put it on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironmarshal Posted July 28, 2008 Report Share Posted July 28, 2008 I was really looking forward to this watch and had it high on my list, but at 18mm I think the case is too thick for me. I don't like big chunky watches and this one just doesn't seem as if its going to have the balance of the original with the extra 3mm of height. Might have to pass on this one sadly, as I love the look of the gen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blade007 Posted July 28, 2008 Report Share Posted July 28, 2008 3mm size difference is quite a flaw for a watch costing nearly $400. I think i will have to pass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironmarshal Posted July 28, 2008 Report Share Posted July 28, 2008 "3mm size difference is quite a flaw for a watch costing nearly $400. I think i will have to pass. " I'd agree. A 20% increase in size should be easily noticeable. That flaw alone kills any hope that this will ever be classed as a super rep. And $400 for a watch with that obvious a flaw seems a bit steep to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deemaster Posted August 1, 2008 Report Share Posted August 1, 2008 (edited) Hey Noel Fleischer... I'm basically waiting for you to get yours so PLEASE report back. Include some pictures too if you will... so we can get a good "real world" look. I dont think the 3mm will bother me to much as long as it has the look, feel and overall quality. Did you get white or black? Edited August 1, 2008 by deemaster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Fleischer Posted August 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 still waitin' don't expect pix like BY-TOR. i'm reatarded with the camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magagne Posted August 4, 2008 Report Share Posted August 4, 2008 still waitin' don't expect pix like BY-TOR. i'm reatarded with the camera. We want pix we want pix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therooster Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 Yes, would love to see pics too, and get your first impression. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samurai Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 Seems like no one has got delivery of their grand carrera as yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfc012 Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 Seems like no one has got delivery of their grand carrera as yet. Hopefully Monday or Tuesday for mine samurai... Get some pics up asap for everyone.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therooster Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 Hopefully Monday or Tuesday for mine samurai... Get some pics up asap for everyone.. Great!! Thanks Really curious about the thickness... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deemaster Posted August 7, 2008 Report Share Posted August 7, 2008 Hopefully Monday or Tuesday for mine samurai... Get some pics up asap for everyone.. Yea, thanks for being willing to post some pics! I'm not really to concerned about the thickness... we all pretty much know what that's going to be... I'm more curious about the close-up and overall quality of the piece! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therooster Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 (edited) I'm not really to concerned about the thickness... we all pretty much know what that's going to be... Still don't know how it's going to feel though... That's my main concern. And actually, we really still don't know for sure about the tickness of the thing. It's still all rumours until someone actually sees it. Edited August 8, 2008 by therooster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff g Posted August 9, 2008 Report Share Posted August 9, 2008 Yes, 18mm is way to thick, for any watch IMO. Hockey puck proportions. Hope you have an 8'' wrist. A lot of reps are much thicker than the gens. For me thickness of the watch is THE most important aspect. But I have only a 6.5 inch wrist. Many current 7750 chronos are just way to thick. Best of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blade007 Posted August 9, 2008 Report Share Posted August 9, 2008 iam surprised no one posted any pics so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magagne Posted August 9, 2008 Report Share Posted August 9, 2008 Yes, 18mm is way to thick, for any watch IMO. Hockey puck proportions. Hope you have an 8'' wrist. A lot of reps are much thicker than the gens. For me thickness of the watch is THE most important aspect. But I have only a 6.5 inch wrist. Many current 7750 chronos are just way to thick. Best of luck. I have a 6.5" wrist too, but I don't share your opinion on that jeff. Here my opinion. I bought a Skyland that is 17-18mm thick with the bezel, and yes, it's thick like a puck, but it's the look that Breitling want to give. It's thick on all kind of wrist. These kind of watch has a lot of presence and it's the goal (like panarai). Of course, all my other watch are not thick as the Skyland (Rolies, navitimer, speedy moon, etc.etc.), but a thick watch can have a place with a 6.5" wrist in a collection. The most important is the lug tip to lug tip size, it need to be just the same or under the size of your wrist. And the lup tip design is important too. A straight end lug tip can be more problematic, like a UPO, some pilot watch like the IWC 3717. Another factor is, if you have a "flat" wrist instead a "round" wrist, that help too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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