Maxim Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Ever since I saw this advert in several magazines in journals after having coveted the much beloved Carrera, I wanted to get a Link Chrono. On the way coming back from a holiday last Summer I nearly pulled the trigger in a Duty Free shop, but resisted. After having found RWG and looked through tons and tons of articles on the different watches, I concluded that the time was right to get this watch. By-Tor's review was excellent, but I somehow felt more attracted to the black rather than the blue version. I headed straight for PT and he delivered the watch in this review. His service may take a little longer than others, but the quality makes up for it. The choice of the Chronographs was vast, but I decided to go for the brushed bezel version as I preferred the Tachymeter just inside. Replica Details These are copied from TT's website MOVEMENT: Asia Valjoux 7750 Automatic CASE DIAMETER: 42mm THICKNESS: 12mm DIAL COLOR: Black Dial CASE MATERIAL: Stainless Steel 316L BRACELET: Stainless Steel 316L FRONT GLASS: Sapphire BACK GLASS: Solid signed case back BEZEL: HACK MOVEMENT: Yes CLASP TYPE: Flip lock buckle DATE INDICATOR: At 3:00 position My personal measurements gave the following, Thickness it measures up as 14mm from top to bottom, if you include the glass then 16mm. Width including crown is 45mm, dial size is 34mm, including bezel 40mm. Gen Details - CJF2110.BA0576 Movement: Calibre 16. Automatic chronograph movement. Water resistance: 200 m. Crystal: Curved scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Case: Cut from a block of solid Steel/ Shaped push-buttons. Bezel: fixed with tachometer scale depending on the model. Dial: tachometer scale on the [censored] depending on the model / facetted, hand-fitted stainless steel hour markers, luminescent hour markers and hands. Crown: Screw in. Bracelet: Steel. First remarks, the watch is a marvel to look at. I am really glad that the date wheel font is different to the one in the early reviews, as it does make a difference. The date numbers appear centered, as expected by PT's QC. After wearing the Omega PO 45mm for quite a while, after taking this watch out of the packaging I was a bit surprised by how small it looked in comparisson. However after putting the watch on my hand, the difference was really clear. This watch has a great presence. The running seconds at 9 were working, the watch didn't need anything doing to get it going. I am very impressed with 28k movement, it looks very smooth. My favourite part of the watch is the center section with the electric lines quadrants, which reflect differently according to the source of light. Very impressive. The caseback has deep engravings, very similar to the Tag F1 Chrono gen I have. Shame that there do not exist any new version of the Link Chrono with the see through back, however this version is still very impressive none-the-less. The buttons for the chrono have a brushed metal finish and the crown has the very distinct TH logo, complements the design of the watch well in my opinion. The Link carries its distinctive bracelet, it is a marvel to look at with the brushed metal finish. The clasp feel solid, however the actual buckle feels a tad bit rough. The engraving on the TH could be a tad bit deeper and more evocative. As for the wrist shot, with my recent purchase of Narikaa's MB Cufflinks, And a couple of other photos, With my fancy dress Chinese import and comparisson to the other reps I have. The PO is significantly larger, with the Noob being a tad smaller. Few More Updates to Review Comparisson to Rolexman's previous model review (Link to Review) Compared to this photo from Rolexman's review, The DW is extremely different and is not the same font at all. Definite improvement. With regards to the lume dots, they are not yellowish, I think it's just the hume of the photo. The Chrono pushers, as here in Rolexman's are round The ones on the newer model, are just as the gen, The case back is also different, with Rolexman's being oblong shaped whereas mine is more defined as in previous pictures The newer model is definitely an improvement, and I would recommend it without a doubt. Some of the sellers still show pictures of the earlier models, make sure you request the newer one. A couple of wrist shots, Overall, very impressive watch, however the lack of good AR lets the watch down a bit. Definitely something for the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Nice review and pics. Thanks. Nice cufflinks too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxim Posted March 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Thanks Toad, it really is a gorgeous watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Great work. I have sold my Link long time ago, and I almost bought this "brushed bezel" version about a year ago from a fellow member. I also think this is the nicer version, although not quite as accurate as the "polished" one. Still very good rep though. Yeah I would definitely AR it, although the gen isn't AR'd, either. The reflective dial was pretty much the only reason I traded mine. Beautiful watch, and the bracelet is amazing. Thanks for sharing this review. I added it to the TAG Guide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxim Posted March 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Just to follow on from the review, I've been looking at the photos. The running seconds in some images appears to be oversized, such as this, However, in the Tiger Woods adverts, they appear equsizeable. Does that simply infer that the older model (with no see through back) had the subdials the same size? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Nice review! The one with the larger seconds dial is the newer version. This comes with an open caseback, different clasp and double AR. It was introduced late 2008, or early 2009. Eitherway, it's the latest edition of the Link Chrono. The one in your review and the Tiger Woods picture is it's predecessor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidestro Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 The gen of this does not have the oversized seconds, you posted photos of two different watches. The oversized seconds are on the ones with the shiny bezel and numbers on the outside. Look at those photos again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shundi Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Beautiful photos and a very impressive overall writeup! That watch looks great! I personally prefer the Aquaracer but my Sr. VP has a Link chrono and loves it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 The newest model of Link Chrono is indeed amazing. The gen I mean... with open caseback and 2xAR. It's very high on my list when I'm considering my next gen. It's a stunner and I suggest everyone who aren't TAG fans, to go and check out that watch... highly impressive quality and finish. Scoobs bought bought one. HERE are the pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eyecon82 Posted April 10, 2009 Report Share Posted April 10, 2009 Does only PT's version have the fixed date font? what do you guys think about buying this watch from www.theonewatch.com ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morlock Posted April 10, 2009 Report Share Posted April 10, 2009 Does only PT's version have the fixed date font? what do you guys think about buying this watch from www.theonewatch.com ? I strongly recommend you to stay with the trusted dealer, that could save you money and some frustrations. regarding the date font, I suggest you email the dealer for confirmation before placing your order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxim Posted April 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2009 I strongly recommend you to stay with the trusted dealer, that could save you money and some frustrations. regarding the date font, I suggest you email the dealer for confirmation before placing your order. Seconded Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxim Posted April 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2009 Updated with a few more details Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morlock Posted April 10, 2009 Report Share Posted April 10, 2009 Upsie ... Maxim, I forgot to mention, great review, thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxim Posted April 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2009 A small update, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratpatrolteam01 Posted December 1, 2010 Report Share Posted December 1, 2010 (edited) Is this basically flawless? Because it looks like the font has been corrected (I got this incorrect font point from the guide thats been updated in 2007 lol), and the slightly mis-aligned datewheel? What about the non-brushed one, does that have the correct font as well? Edited December 1, 2010 by ratpatrolteam01 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikki6 Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 I'm with you all the way mate!! The larger sub dial is on the Model with the outter Tachy ring in high polish, not the brushed plain bezel. Sixx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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