Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XIX

1 1 9 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I W hen does the exacting precision of a Swiss timepiece, the technology of Formula 1, and the excitement and fanfare of Cristiano Ronaldo meet? In the face of the new TAG Heuer Formula 1 CR7 chronograph, a numbered limited edition in tribute to a man who is already a living football legend. The exclusive timepiece is dominated by green, which evokes the green of the football pitch, and matte black that elicits the distinctly assertive character of Cristiano Ronaldo himself. The broad colour schemes, however, are just the start of the distinguishing characteristics of this watch; there are vivid details as well. The green flange, for example, which matches the hands and the indices, strikes a bold note against the black chequered dial redolent of a chequered flag. The white TAG Heuer and CR7 logos add a necessary hint of brightness, which catches the eye and immediately speaks to the timepiece’s impeccable lineage and precision. The perfectly matching green and black NATO strap is an integral part of the design of this chronograph, sporting its colours in style. Not only stylish, it carries with it historical significance as well. Directly inspired by the nylon straps used by the British Army during the Second World War, it is ultra-resilient and sits perfectly on any wrist and conjures the magnificence of one of the most honoured and respected militaries in the world. To ensure impeccable quality, the keepers, buckle and pin are made from 316L stainless steel and both the ends of the strap and the buckle holes are laser-cut, with ‘TAG Heuer’ hot-stamped underneath. The completely black bezel, coated with titanium carbide, bears the chronograph’s tachymeter scale. Taking the form of a large ring, it gives this piece real impact and a resolutely sporty look, which, again, brings the minds of both the wearer and onlookers back to the man for whom the piece was designed: Cristiano Ronaldo. As with any TAGHeuer timepiece, the chronograph is accurate to a tenth of a second, with the indication displayed by a small counter at 6 o’clock. The small counter at 9 o’clock displays the chronograph minutes, and the counter at 3 o’clock is for the current seconds. These three small counters are snailed, with their intense, elegant black set against the black chequered finish of the large dial. Impressively, this watch aims to achieve many things, embracing the proficiency of the elite Formula 1 motorsport heritage and evoking the legend of three-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo; impressively, it succeeds at both while also standing as a premier timepiece. TAG Heuer Ambassador Cristiano Ronaldo