Immerse in the Splendor of the Zodiac with Carrera's Exquisite Chronograph Commemorating the Year of the Fire Horse.
Marrying the grandeur of racing heritage with the emotive elements of the Chinese Zodiac, the Carrera Chronograph Year of the Fire Horse commemorates the Lunar New Year in a special “Glassbox” edition. This bespoke timepiece makes its mark in the watch world with the release timed to commence with the lunar year starting on February 17, 2026. Housed in a stainless steel case of a 39mm diameter is the meticulously crafted champagne-gold sunburst dial accentuated by a deep crimson 30-minute counter. The timepiece boasts of faceted 18K 5N rose gold plated hands and indexes adorned with red accents, striking a balance between boldness and refinement. A special feature of this timepiece is its distinct nod to the horse’s seventh position in the zodiac. This is presented in the innovative creative decision to replace the number ‘7’ in the date window with the Chinese character for ‘horse’. The back of this 100-meter water-resistant Carrera case is just as intricate, with a sapphire caseback engraved with a galloping horse motif and a “Limited Edition” engraving. At the heart of this masterpiece beats TAG Heuer’s proprietary 4Hz caliber TH20-07 automatic chronograph movement, replete with a column-wheel, vertical clutch, 33 jewels, skeletonized oscillating weight, and an 80-hour power reserve. Reflecting on its past, the Carrera Chronograph Year of the Fire Horse harks back to earlier times, with a vintage-inspired “beads-of-rice” seven-row steel bracelet. It needs to be mentioned that, each of these watches is individually numbered and presented in festive packaging. With a retail price of $8,150, it is a definite conversation starter for those that appreciate the intricate blend of traditional symbolism and modern horology.
- •Carrera Chronograph Year of the Fire Horse professionalwatches.com13-01-2026