Orange has never been a safe choice, but this time it earns its place. TAG Heuer has released two limited-edition watches within its ever-popular Formula 1 line, inspired by the Netherlands' Zandvoort circuit — the WBY111H.FT8128 (rubber strap) and WBY111L.BA0042 (steel bracelet). They commemorate the Dutch Grand Prix, which is set to come to a close: after 2026, this track carved along the North Sea dunes and famed for its high-speed banked corners will step away from the F1 calendar, with no confirmed date for its return.
This is exactly why the word "limited" carries extra weight here. Unlike a simple numerical limitation, what it commemorates has an actual endpoint — the track remains, but the race won't.
Orange is the Netherlands' national color, and it's also the most direct visual language of these two watches: the bidirectional rotating TH Polylight bezel, the minute markers around the grey dial's outer ring, and the orange strap included with the rubber version all carry through this hue. The case is a 38mm stainless steel tonneau shape with a brushed finish and the brand's signature crown, paired with a flat sapphire crystal and anti-reflective coating that protects the matte grey dial beneath. Shield- and round-shaped hour markers on the dial are outlined in red, matched by red hands, all filled with eggshell-colored Super-LumiNova luminescent material — the steady grey against the fiery orange-red is the most compelling part of these watches. Even if orange isn't everyone's first pick, it's hard to deny how persuasive it looks on the dial.
The movement inside is TAG Heuer's Solargraph cal. TH50-00, a solar-powered automatic movement with specs worth noting: one minute of charging powers a full day of operation, while a full charge (40 hours) delivers up to 10 months of power reserve, even in complete darkness. The battery lasts up to 15 years, requiring almost no additional maintenance — for watch fans who prioritize convenience, this movement might be even more appealing than the looks.
Both watches are rated for 100 meters of water resistance. The rubber strap version is limited to 1,500 pieces, while the steel bracelet version is limited to 1,000 pieces. Pricing comes in at $2,150 USD for the rubber strap model and $2,250 USD for the steel bracelet model — a difference of just $100. If you're torn between the two, the steel bracelet version clearly offers better value. Both watches will be available for pre-order on TAG Heuer's official website starting Tuesday, August 18th, around 5 AM Taiwan time. Specific retail channels and Taiwan launch details are yet to be announced by the brand.
