The TAG Heuer WAY201A.BA0927 is a pretty decent looking timepiece, the black teak streaked dial with black ceramic inset looks pretty decent. This is now a superseded model, but I like the older version better than the latest model.

The 43 mm case is on the larger side so will only suit bigger wrists, that works in chronograph format but is a little big for a three hand version. It took me a while to work out, the yellow Calibre 5 text on the lower section of the dial and second hand is to identify the 43 mm version. The orange text identifies the 41 mm version, the dial has applied index markers and printed text. The 300 metre water resistance comes with a screw-in case back and screw-down crown. The crown is on the larger side, I like this as it gives this watch some grunt.

There is a crown guard, the crown protrudes past the crown guard but this is ok. The case is fine brushed and polished, there are plenty of sharp edges on the case and bezel. This is a popular style although I prefer a rounded finish, this style goes all the way back to the 2000 series of the 1990s. The three link bracelet has raised centre links and a polished and brushed finish. The folding clasp with locking buttons is suitable for a dive watch. The wetsuit extension is pressed steel and feels cheap, I’m not a fan of the pin and collar link retention, once again cheapening the watch.

The Calibre 5 can be either the 25 jewel ETA 2824-2 or 26 jewel Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement. I have never pulled the case-back off, however the finish is basic and based on videos I have viewed, the movement is retained by a plastic ring. I am not a fan of the cyclops on the sapphire crystal over the 3 o’clock date window, however, this is far better than the newer version with large round cyclops over the date window at the 6 o’clock position. The older the model then more I like it – or so it seems.