About This Watch
The TAG Heuer Autavia GMT WBE511A.BA0650 brings true GMT functionality to the Autavia collection, a natural pairing given the name's dual automobile and aviation heritage. The Calibre 7 automatic movement features a dedicated GMT hand that tracks a second time zone on the 24-hour scale ceramic bezel, allowing travelers and remote workers to monitor home time while adjusting the main hands to local time. The blue and black bi-color ceramic bezel distinguishes day from night hours in the reference time zone — a practical and visually appealing feature. The 42mm stainless steel case provides a commanding yet comfortable fit, while the black dial with luminous hour markers and Arabic numerals ensures excellent readability in all conditions. The 50-hour power reserve is generous for a GMT watch, providing reliability through weekends without wear. The stainless steel bracelet with its robust clasp adds daily-wear durability and a more polished aesthetic compared to the textile strap options available in the Autavia lineup. The Autavia GMT fills an important role in TAG Heuer's collection, offering a travel-oriented complication in a watch with genuine adventure credentials. It competes favorably with GMT offerings from Tudor, Longines, and other brands in its price segment, while its Autavia heritage and ceramic bezel add distinctive character. For frequent travelers who value both function and story, the Autavia GMT is a compelling and thoughtfully executed choice.
Specifications
Movement
| Movement Type | Automatic |
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| Caliber | Calibre 7 |
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| Power Reserve | 50 hours |
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| Frequency | 28,800 vph |
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| Jewels | 26 |
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Case
| Case Diameter | 42.0mm |
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| Case Thickness | 14.2mm |
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| Case Material | Stainless Steel |
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| Crystal | Sapphire with anti-reflective coating |
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| Bezel | Bidirectional rotating, 24-hour ceramic insert (blue/black) |
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| Dial Color | Black |
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| Lug Width | 22mm |
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| Lug-to-Lug | 50.0mm |
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Features
| Water Resistance | 100m / 328ft |
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| Bracelet/Strap | Stainless steel bracelet |
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| Clasp | Folding clasp with double safety push-buttons |
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| Weight | 175g |
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| Complications | GMTDate |
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