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TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph TH20 — a reissue of ref. 1133 that isn’t a straight remake
It’s essentially a reissue of the Monaco ref. 1133 made famous by Steve McQueen. SJX Watches’ hands-on calls the Monaco TH20 “the best to date,” while noting it deliberately diverges from a one-for-one remake.
By HorologyTalk Editorial · · 3 min read
Originally reported by SJX Watches. This article is a curated summary of their original coverage.
TH20: familiar outline, deliberate differences
TAG Heuer presented the Monaco Chronograph TH20 earlier this year as the latest iteration of the Monaco line. As SJX Watches first reported, the TH20 is essentially a reissue of the ref. 1133 — the model tied to Steve McQueen — but it is not a literal, one-for-one replica.
What the hands-on shows
The report highlights that the Monaco TH20 retains the familiar dial layout and the square case outline that define the original. At the same time, SJX notes TAG Heuer has made choices that move the watch away from being an exact historical copy; the TH20 aims for a balance between heritage and a contemporary reinterpretation.
“the best to date” — SJX Watches, on the Monaco TH20
That description from SJX is the clearest qualitative takeaway available: the TH20 is judged favorably in terms of execution, even as it departs from pure historical fidelity. The hands-on piece reads as an endorsement of the execution rather than of exactness to the 1133.
Where the reporting stops — and what to do next
The source does not list specific dimensional changes, movement details, materials, or pricing. If those particulars drive your decision, you need the full spec sheet or a direct inspection. Treat the TH20 as a tested reinterpretation: it promises the look and spirit of the 1133 but with intentional updates.
- For buyers seeking a close modern take on the 1133: the TH20 is worth a hands-on, per SJX’s assessment.
- For purists seeking a museum-accurate remake: the TH20 is explicitly not that, so verify specifics before committing.
- For collectors weighing reissues: focus on exact specs (movement, dimensions, materials) before comparing to earlier Monaco reissues.
Watch the market reaction and technical announcements closely. If TAG Heuer continues this approach, the key debate will be fidelity versus sensible updating — and the TH20 is the clearest example so far of the brand choosing the latter.
Originally reported by SJX Watches. This article is a curated summary of their original coverage.
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