by Elizabeth Doerr

TAG Heuer CEO Stéphane Linder

Stéphane Linder, former product director of TAG Heuer, was appointed CEO mid-2013.

TAG Heuer Carrera MikrotourbillonS

Q&P: Do you have a favorite TAG Heuer complication?

SL: I have two favorites: the Monaco V4, which is a true breakthrough in watchmaking as it contains the first belt-driven movement in the world; it has a fantastic avant-garde design.

And the Carrera MikrotourbillonS 100, the fastest tourbillon of the world, a chronograph measuring 1/100th of a second that combines a traditional complication (the tourbillon), but whose unique dual chain technology enables for the chronograph tourbillon to beat at360,000 vibrations per hour, while a second tourbillon escapement for the regular timekeeping beats at 28,800 vph.

TAG Heuer Carrera CH80

Q&P: Which watch stands in the spotlight at Baselworld?

SL This year we are bringing out the Carrera CH80, the watch hosting our new movement. Extremely slim (6.5 mm), this 233-part new movement is equipped with a vertical clutch system that gives it exceptional power and precision. This new mechanism boasts an optimal combination of three parameters: thinness, a large power reserve (80 hours), and significant volume potential.

TAG Heuer V4 Tourbillon in black

Q&P: And in terms of haute horlogerie?

SL: We have one celebrating ten years of the Monaco V4 at Baselworld. And we will have another haute horlogerie timepiece to be presented later in June.

TAG Heuer Carrera 1887 Elegance chronograph

Q&P: What is your favorite watch to wear right now?

SL: The TAG Heuer Carrera 1887 Elegance chronograph with a 43 mm diameter.

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