Aquaracer 500 M Calibre 16Automatic Chronograph44 mm Black dial with Defender logo Rubber bracelet

500 M Calibre 16
Automatic Chronograph
44 mm Oracle Team USA / Defender limited edition

Join the adventure, as TAG Heuer partners Oracle Team USA in the 34th America’s Cup.

The black, red and white sails of the Oracle Racing boat flying above the sea, undertaking all types of conditions are a breathtaking sight.

TAG Heuer pays tribute to these so-called “Formula 1 of the Seas” boats with two Limited Editions. These exclusive timepieces proudly display touches of red, the official “Team USA ” and “Defender” logos and the iconic boat that has been stamped* on their case back. Water-resistant to 500m and including a helium valve, these are performance timepieces for a top performing team.

Be a part of the team.

* Depending on model

500 M Calibre 16 Automatic Chronograph 44 mm

AQUARACER

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The essential sports watch inspired by the aquatic world

The ultimate sports watch inspired by aquatic sports. Its advanced technology makes it a benchmark for performance, strength and precision. With its legendary 6 features made for aquatic sports, it provides the wearer with unrivalled reliability and resistance. With its ingenious design, it offers a charismatic expression of your style.

The Aquaracer collection pays tribute to the brand’s expertise in ultra reliable watchmaking. Able to resist under the most extreme sailing conditions, the Aquaracer 500M celebrates the partnership between TAG Heuer and Oracle Team USA in the 34th America’s Cup. Dependable, this watch is worn by Leonardo DiCaprio and features 6 essential TAG Heuer characteristics. The choice for active men who care for style? The Aquaracer 500M Ceramic.

Calibre 16

TAG Heuer Calibre 16. Swiss Made.
Automatic calibre.
Diameter: 30.4 mm (13 ¼''') — 25 rubies.
Rapid date correction.

Calibre 16

Balance frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz).
Power reserve: about 42 hours. Hours — minutes — small seconds at 9 o'clock.
Chronograph counter: hours — minutes.
Central seconds counter.
Date window. Oscillating mass: "Côtes de Genève*", engraved
"TAG Heuer — Calibre 16 — Swiss Made".

* Depending on the model

Other finishes : Steel

Functions & features

Double anti-reflective treatment for better readability

All our watches are fitted with sapphire crystal. This is cut from a polished slice of solid sapphire that has been created by the fusion and crystallization of alumina. Sapphire is so hard that only a diamond can scratch it.
Hand-applied indexes and numerals 3, 6, 9 and 12
Scratch resistant sapphire crystal for excellent durability

All our watches are fitted with sapphire crystal. This is cut from a polished slice of solid sapphire that has been created by the fusion and crystallization of alumina. Sapphire is so hard that only a diamond can scratch it.
Chronograph minute at 12 counters with azurage
Chronograph hour at 6 counters with azurage
Running second at 9
Unidirectional turning bezel measures time limits and is an essential safety feature. Any accidental movement of the bezel can only reduce the indicated remaining time.
Black dial with vertical streak effect
Red 30-minute and 12-hour chronograph hands, and chronograph second hand with red tip
Rhodium plated hour and minute hands and indexes
Hand-applied TAG Heuer logo (TEAM USA or DEFENDER) TEAM USA or DEFENDER logos
Screw-in black rubber over-molded crown with TAG Heuer logo
Black rubber over-molded push buttons with grooves on the side
Screw-in case back with a special Oracle Racing boat stamping
Date window at 3
TEAM USA or DEFENDER official logos
Fine brushed steel automatic helium valve at 10 with red tip