Autavia
TAG Heuer’s 2017 revival of the 1962 Autavia (the brand’s first wristwatch chronograph). The modern Autavia line includes both three-hand (Calibre 5) and GMT (Calibre 7) references; the original chronograph silhouette is reserved for limited drops.
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Which ref to buy
The Autavia was revived in 2017 through a public fan vote -- enthusiasts chose to bring back one of Heuer's 1960s motorsport and aviation references. The modern line includes a GMT (42mm) and a Heuer 02 chronograph. The Autavia's bezel typography and motorsport lineage are authentic; this is not a marketing creation.
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TAG Heuer Autavia Chronograph Heuer 02 -- the in-house chrono in the vintage motorsport case, the purist choice.
- The case for it:
- The Heuer 02 movement in the Autavia case is a strong combination: genuine 1960s motorsport heritage, in-house column-wheel chronograph, legible dial with the Autavia's distinctive bezel. For buyers who want a historically grounded TAG chronograph, this beats the Carrera on character.
- Consider instead if:
- The Autavia is less widely recognized than the Monaco or Carrera. Buyers who care about recognition will get less from an Autavia at the same price.
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TAG Heuer Autavia GMT -- useful travel watch in the Autavia case, without the chronograph complexity.
- The case for it:
- A two-time-zone watch in a 42mm sport case with the Autavia's vintage-influenced dial. Practical for frequent travelers and more distinctive than the standard sport GMT options.
- Consider instead if:
- At the Autavia GMT price, buyers enter the range of used IWC Pilot UTC and current Longines Conquest Heritage GMT. The TAG carries lifestyle cachet; the alternatives carry more movement interest.
Rankings last reviewed 2026-06-07. Editorial perspective only. Not financial advice.