On Holden’s list, Thinking About
TAG Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 'Steve McQueen'
The TAG Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 'Steve McQueen' (CAW211P) is a chronograph from TAG Heuer: a 39 mm stainless steel case, 14.8 mm thick, with an automatic TAG Heuer Calibre 11 movement.
Its lug-to-lug length is unknown, so wrist fit can only be judged from the 39 mm case width.
The research has no sourced US price for it.
Specifications
From the research, with the sources for each group of facts. Unknown means no source confirmed it.
| The watch [1][2][3][4] | |
|---|---|
| Brand | TAG Heuer |
| Reference | CAW211P |
| Category | Chronograph |
| Production | Discontinued (introduced 2015) |
| Case and size [2][3][4] | |
| Case diameter | 39 mm |
| Lug to lug | Unknown |
| Thickness | 14.8 mm |
| Lug width | Unknown |
| Case material | Stainless steel |
| Crystal | Sapphire, sitting high with precisely bevelled edges |
| Water resistance | Unknown |
| Weight | Unknown |
| Movement [1][2][3] | |
| Movement | TAG Heuer Calibre 11, automatic |
| Power reserve | Approx. 40 hours (official page snippet) |
| Accuracy | Unknown |
| Bracelet [1][2] | |
| Bracelet or strap | Black perforated calfskin strap with racetrack-asphalt-inspired finish |
| Clasp | Steel folding clasp with safety push-buttons and Heuer logo |
| Price and warranty (US) [2][3][4] | |
| List price (US) | Unknown |
| Street price (US) | Unknown |
| Used price (US) | Unknown |
| Warranty | Unknown |
Will it fit?
The research didn’t find a sourced lug-to-lug length for this watch, so the fit can’t be estimated here. If you can measure one, try it in the wrist-fit tool.
What the research found
These are the research’s judgments, scored against Holden’s priorities, not his own words.
Strengths
- first square waterproof chronograph, with an authentic film/racing story
- Faithful 2015 re-edition praised for period-correct dial and Heuer logo
- Left crown and short lugs give real-world comfort despite the geometry
Weaknesses
- Sellita + Dubois-Depraz modular movement is technically ordinary at the price
- 14.8 mm thick and square — wears large
- Now discontinued; new-stock scarcity and parts flow through TAG only
- Chrono seconds hand and pushers deviate from the 1969 original (purist criticisms)
Research scores, 0 to 10
| Execution and feel in the hand | 7.0 |
|---|---|
| Design identity | 9.0 |
| Value at a realistic price | 6.0 |
| Long-term ownership | 6.0 |
| Movement and engineering | 5.0 |
| Wearability and proportions | 4.0 |
| Versatility and durability | 5.0 |
| Fit with Holden's collection | 7.5 |
Also on Holden’s list
Other chronograph watches on his list.
- Parmigiani Fleurier Chronographe Mystérieux PFC908-1020001-100182
- Seiko Speedtimer Solar Chronograph SSC961
- Nezumi Studios Corbeau 702 / DLC CQ4.702
- Furlan Marri Nero Sabbia 1072-A
- Sinn Chronograph 356 Pilot 356.020
Sources
- TAG Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 Automatic 39 mm CAW211P.FC6356 — official product page (fetch attempted) tagheuer.com · read August 26, 2026
- In-Depth: the TAG Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 ref. CAW211P timeandtidewatches.com · read August 26, 2026
- A look at the 2015 TAG Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 Steve McQueen ref. CAW211P monochrome-watches.com · read August 26, 2026
- First Look: the 2026 TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Steve McQueen CDW2181 (in-house TH20-11) monochrome-watches.com · read August 26, 2026
Personal research, not a source of truth. Spotted an error? Email a correction.