By: Chaipohn October 17, 2022
Once once more in collaboration with TAG Heuer x Nintendo, the two have teamed up to create two limited edition timepieces in the form of TAG Heuer Formula 1 chronographs for collectors to celebrate Mario Kart.
Fans who are fascinated by the bright and bold of Super Mario will be able to see their favorite characters in action once once more. A collection brimming with TAG Heuer’s iconic competitive spirit and unprecedented design. Both are made possible by close collaboration between the TAG Heuer team and Nintendo to refine every detail. The two brands share their unique concepts in the TAG Heuer Formula 1 collection and Mario Kart series: adrenaline, speed, race to victory.
“We are excited to reveal two of the latest works from our collaboration with Nintendo “TAG Heuer Formula 1 X Mario Kart Limited Editions” (Chronograph and Chronograph Tourbillon). It will delight Mario Kart fans around the world with its highly detailed and highly efficient timekeeping,” explains Frédéric Arnault, CEO of TAG Heuer. “The spirit of the TAG Heuer Formula 1 collection is a pairing. Perfect for a limited-edition Mario Kart. Thanks to its modern and playful which is driven by speed and friendly competition. Both watches are designed for lovers of fine watch quality while maintaining a fresh and enjoyable outlook on life.”
TAG Heuer Formula 1 X Mario Kart Limited Edition (Chronograph)
Powered by Caliber 16 TAG Heuer Formula 1 X Mario Kart Limited Edition (Chronograph), limited edition of 3,000 pieces, 44mm steel case, reference to the world famous racing game series: Mario Kart logo. It is engraved on a black polished ceramic bezel with Super-LumiNova®, 2 buttons and the crown. Designed with the iconic red lacquer circle and Mario’s M symbol engraved on the crown. Along with the outline of Mario sitting on the iconic racing car and the Mario Kart logo engraved on the case back.
Prominent, confident and elegant dials feature a race-inspired black and anthracite checkerboard pattern. The asphalt sub-screen, with Mario on a racing car appearing in the seconds indicator at 9 o’clock, surrounded by a red circle. And this unique red color is also present on the lacquered needle. Chronograph hour sub-display and the second or minute hand area on the main housing face
This watch also makes its owner happy. Hidden “small details” or surprises are hidden in the date window at 3 o’clock, where details regarding fan-favorite Mario Kart such as Bullet Bill, the Banana and others are inserted instead of the date numbers.
TAG Heuer Formula 1 X Mario Kart Limited Edition (Chronograph Tourbillon)
For a watch that is a ‘Haute Horlogerie’ or high quality watchmaking. The drop is the TAG Heuer Formula 1 X Mario Kart Limited Edition (Chronograph Tourbillon), which is limited to 250 pieces.
The 45 mm case, which is slightly larger than the previous model, is made of high-performance grade 5 titanium. Gives a sporty look but remains refined. Combining brushed and polished finishes The crown and buttons are finely polished steel. And the back cover is screwed in Grade 5 titanium with sapphire glass with Mario Kart logo, making it possible to fully appreciate TAG Heuer’s highly accurate Caliber Heuer 02T.
The back cover is also engraved with the number XXX/250.
Black brushed ceramic bezel with a tachometer scale up to 400 km/h, with the Mario Kart logo in white Super-LumiNova® at the top right. The dial and crown at 2 o’clock are surrounded by red lacquer with Mario’s M symbol on top of the crown.
The dial looks dignified with skeleton black paint. along with the iconic red cut throughout the cutouts Add depth and dimension to the watch face. with matching center hand and 60 seconds or minute scale on flange
The Tri-compax layout shows two chronograph sub-screens at 3 and 9 o’clock, with the Tourbillon centered at 6 o’clock, and at 12 noon the cogwheels vibrate, reflecting the rim of the tire. race
The Tourbillon is surrounded by Super-LumiNova® and has been completely redesigned to showcase its idiosyncrasies, including the racing Mario, Spiny Shell and the rhythmic Bullet Bill.
