# Quartz Chronograph Timepieces TAG Heuer's Formula 1 Gulf Special Edition Celebrates 20 Years By Amy Duong | Published 2018-06-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formula-1-gulf References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/tag-heuer-gulf-watch/) & [store.tagheuer](https://store.tagheuer.com/92269-birks-mayors) Watchmakers [TAG Heuer introduces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-timepiece) the Formula 1 Gulf Special Edition in commemorating the [20th anniversary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laureato-fifty) of Gulf Victory in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race. The celebratory timepiece boasts a [quartz chronograph](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chronograph-air-1) made from steel and is 43mm in diameter. Additionally, the watch is designed to have a notched steel bezel along with an aluminum ring attached to a tachymeter scale. Some more defined details include the blue and orange stripe found on the dial as a nod to the story of the collaborative project. Recalling the watch's history, the technical movements tell time to a tenth of a second showcased on the small counter at the bottom of the face, minute counter at the left, and current seconds counter on the right. The back casing sees a Gulf logo engraving, and it is finished with a blue leather strap contrasted by orange tonal stitching. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Quartz Chronograph Timepieces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced quartz chronograph technology for even more precise timekeeping in high-performance watches. - **Gulf Special Edition Watches:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create limited edition collaborative watches that commemorate historic sporting events or achievements. - **Blue and Orange Color Schemes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new color schemes and design elements that evoke nostalgia and resonate with consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Watchmaking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate smart features and connectivity into traditional timepieces for a modern and tech-savvy customer base. - **Luxury Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate sustainable materials and ethical practices into the production of luxury watches and accessories. - **Collaborative Branding:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Form partnerships with other brands or sports organizations to create unique and highly collectible products that appeal to enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Racing Legacy Watch Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-formula-1-chronograph.md) - [Collaborative Racing-Themed Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formula-1-kith.md) - [Vegas Racing Chronographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-monaco-chronograph.md) - [Dual-Time Motorsport Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-carrera-chronograph-extreme-sport.md) - [Midcentury-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-carrera-glassbox-chronograph.md) - [Striking Monochromatic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-carrera-tourbillon.md) - [Celebratory Racer Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monaco-skeleton-chronograph.md) - [Monochrome Limited Chronographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tag-heuer-x-fragment.md) - [Titanium Racing Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chronograph-air-1.md)