Alright, let’s talk about that Tag Heuer CR7 watch. I remember wanting one for a bit, mostly because, well, it’s Ronaldo, isn’t it? You see the name, you see the watch, and you think, “Yeah, that looks pretty sharp.”
So, I started looking into getting one. Didn’t go straight to a flashy boutique or anything. I did some digging around online, checked out different sellers, trying to find a reasonable deal. Took a little while, comparing conditions and prices. Eventually, I found one that seemed decent, looked like it was barely used, came with the original box and stuff. Pulled the trigger on that.
When it arrived, I got it out of the box. First impression? It’s definitely got a look. Very black, very clean, but then you’ve got those bright green accents. They really pop. The strap was that nylon type, the black and green striped one. Felt okay, pretty standard for that kind of strap. And of course, the CR7 logo is right there on the dial, under the Tag Heuer shield. It’s not subtle, but I guess that’s the point.
Put it on the wrist. It felt… alright. Had a decent bit of weight to it, didn’t feel cheap, which was good. Size was okay for my wrist, not too massive, not too small. It’s a quartz watch, so setting it up was dead simple. Just pulled the crown, set the time, pushed it back in. Done. No fussing about with automatic movements or winding.
Started wearing it quite a bit initially. It definitely got noticed a few times, mostly people recognizing the green or asking if it was the Ronaldo watch. The nylon strap was comfortable enough for daily wear, though I did find myself washing it now and then because those things can soak up sweat and dirt.
Using the features? Well, it’s got the chronograph, those extra dials and buttons. Honestly? I barely used them. Messed around with the stopwatch function maybe twice when I first got it, just to see it work. The hands sweep around, looks cool. But in real life, day-to-day? Never really needed it. It was more about the look than the function for me.
Over time, wearing it regularly, it picked up the usual signs of life. A few tiny scuffs here and there on the casing or the bezel, nothing major, just the result of bumping into things occasionally. The crystal stayed clear, no scratches there, which was good.
So, how do I feel about it now?
It’s a solid watch, tells the time accurately, never had any issues with it breaking down or losing time, thanks to that quartz movement. It looks sporty, definitely has that CR7 vibe. The green is eye-catching.
But… I found I didn’t wear it as much after the initial excitement wore off. The style is very specific. That bright green and the prominent CR7 branding make it less versatile than some other watches. It doesn’t quite fit every occasion, feels a bit too casual or sporty sometimes.
- The look: Very distinct, very CR7. If you love that style, great.
- The build: Felt sturdy enough, handled daily wear okay.
- The strap: Nato was comfy but needs cleaning. Could always swap it out.
- The movement: Quartz is reliable and zero hassle.
- The practicality: Chronograph looks cool, but I didn’t use it much.
It’s still in my watch box. It served its purpose, was fun to wear for a while, especially being a bit of a football fan. It was an interesting piece to own for a bit, part of my watch journey, you could say. But nowadays, I tend to go for something a little less… branded, maybe? Still a decent piece if you’re specifically after that look and the Ronaldo connection.
