Watch lovers don’t always agree. That’s part of what makes this world of ticking hands and sweeping seconds so addictive. We argue about quartz versus mechanical, obsess over lug widths, and spend far too long wondering whether an exhibition caseback belongs on a dive watch. But one topic seems to split the room more than most: the date window. Some see it as a practical touch. A little square of utility. Others see it as a design compromise, a blemish on an otherwise balanc

In March of 2025, Tag Heuer made the polarizing decision of re-releasing their extremely popular neo-vintage quartz Formula 1 watches to commemorate becoming the official sponsor of F1. If you can detect a touch of sarcasm behind that sentence, it’s because the writing had been on the wall ever since their limited edition collaboration with fashion brand Kith became a roaring success. However, the new and improved Tag Heuer F1 seemed to split the watch enthusiasts into two ca