The golfing watches you need for your next tee time
It has been a blockbuster week in Scotland as The Open – golf’s oldest tournament – returned to St. Andrews for the 150th year. Cameron Smith chased down Rory Mcllroy to take home the Claret Jug for the very first time – and a handsome cash prize - in what turned out to be an exhilarating final round on one of golf’s holiest grounds.
Just as ‘Wimbledon fever’ swept through the nation a fortnight ago, The Open has whetted the appetites of golfers – seasoned and amateur alike – up and down the country. If you’re one of those biting at the chomp to book in your next tee time, then these two of the best golf watches on the market might just pique your interest.
With a good set of clubs, a couple sleeves of balls, a handful of tees, and a specialist-golf timepiece on your wrist, you’ll be ready for anything the course throws at you.
TAG Heuer Connected Watch Calibre E4 – Golf Edition
Sleek in performance, sleek in design; TAG Heuer takes inspiration from the rich history of the 15th century sport and celebrates it across the entire piece. From the dimpled-golf ball effect of the strap and watch face, to the trademark green - it would be a challenge to find a smartwatch more suited for the golf-fanatics.
Of course, the appeal stretches past the aesthetics, and the TAG Heuer Connected Golf is packed full of special design features to ensure you can be your very best on the course. These include ball marking, swing detection, shot tracking and 3D maps technology. And, at a price point of £2,200.00, TAG Heuer have ensured you’re getting the very best for your money.
Hublot Limited Edition Big Bang Unico Golf Yellow
Bringing together elements of industrial and contemporary design, the Hublot Big Bang collection embraces unconventional styling while refusing to compromise on performance, precision, or functionality.
The Big Bang Unico Golf Watch boasts a design that is daring, powerful, original and technical. The skeleton style dial is encapsulated within carbon fibre and yellow texalium. Sub-dials are presented on the bottom half of the watch face and watch markers are presented through batons, to allow the user to view the intricacies of the timepiece' innerworkings.
Movement is powers by the HUB1580 UNICO Manufacture Self-Winding Movement and this piece boasts a power reserve of 72 hours. Furthering the practicality of the watch is its water resistance ability of up to 100 metres. The watch is finished with a black rubber with carbon fibre and calf leather strap.
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