The no-date titanium Sundowner II is an Aquaracer I really like

The warm markers against sandblasted titanium are a really good combination. I like the Sundowner II much more than I would expect from a grey-and-black description, and removing the date helps the face considerably. The bracelet version would be my preference from the photographs. I'm giving this Aquaracer 108 out of 120 bezel clicks, with the price being a separate and much less enjoyable conversation.

This is the TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 x Time+Tide Sundowner II. It was introduced in November 11, 2026 coverage; the exact first brand announcement timestamp remains unverified. Time+Tide is the collaboration partner and seller, so its enthusiasm is not independent evidence of demand. I haven't handled this watch. The detailed dimensions, prices and gallery used here are from Hodinkee's current report.

Titanium and a quiet black dial

The grade 2 titanium case and bracelet have a sandblasted finish. I like how that subdued surface works with the rose-gold-colored hands, markers and bezel details. The gray ceramic insert is close enough to the case color that it doesn't make a harsh border around the dial.

The black dial retains the Aquaracer's wave pattern. I'd normally worry that the pattern, warm accents and large markers might become too much, but the photographs look fairly controlled. The absence of a date helps. The collaboration logo near six is visible, although it doesn't take over the central area where I want to read the hands.

At 42 mm across, 12 mm thick and 48 mm lug to lug, the proportions look promising to me. Titanium should change the weight compared with a similar steel watch, but I don't have an exact verified weight or my own comfort assessment. I'd particularly want to try the bracelet and its clasp, since the way it fits would influence which version I'd choose.

Eighty hours, with one specification still disputed

The automatic TH31-01 has a stated 80-hour reserve and a 4 Hz frequency. Water resistance is 300 meters. The current sources disagree on chronometer certification: Time+Tide describes certification, while Hodinkee's specification table says no. Until that is reconciled against exact manufacturer documentation, I'm leaving certification unverified rather than choosing whichever answer looks better in a table.

The two references differ by attachment and edition size. WBP5184.FT6257 is the rubber-strap version, limited to 450 pieces and reported at $5,100. WBP5185.BF0010 is the titanium-bracelet version, limited to 50 and reported at $5,750. Those November 12-checked dollar quotes don't establish remaining allocation or a completed US order.

The chart uses the $5,100 rubber version as the entry price and labels that basis. My preference for the bracelet would cost more, assuming one were available. I'd want the actual local quote, confirmation of the certification status and a careful look at bracelet adjustment before treating either as a buying recommendation.