I bought one of the first examples of this model in the US. It keeps far better time than any Rolex I have ever owned, is more comfortable on the wrist than expected and incites a smile every time I look at it. Bravo
I have the BB Chrono, too. It consistently gains about 1.5 seconds a day. When setting it up to a reference timer at the same time as my friend's new Submariner, my Tudor somehow outperformed it!
Coming from someone who owns this watch, it is actually exceptional: the movement gains an average of 0.8 seconds a day on a timegrapher, the vertical clutch column wheel chronograph is satisfyingly crisp and precise to use, and the case (not the movement) finishing is comparable to that of Omega or Breitling. Overall, if you're a fan of the styling, this watch is excellent value for the money.
TheYungKingz this guy is so good he’s actually dangerous I nearly spent my mortgage deposit money 😂I thought I was done with watches and then I listened to his videos. He’s ruined my no watch policy, because I need a timepiece pronto😂😂😂🤦🏾♂️
Me too. I prefer it because it actually looks better, I like heavier watches, it feels more robust while you always worried about scratching the daytona and the case is thicker which I prefer too.
@@Lavi-Aemilia-Astori Fair enough, I tried Daytona and made me realize how over priced it is for what it is. I sold it immediately making a small loss.
I own the Tudor Black Bay Dark (PVD coated). Truly an impressive watch with an in-house movement. Tudor has really improved! Love their current product line.
I own this Tudor with the leather strap and I think it is a perfect daily watch. My Rolex Daytona / yachtmaster/ datejust 41 are now for the weekend. I also bought an Everest orange rubber strap for the Tudor, so I can use it on summer holiday. Tudor is no poor man's Rolex , just a very good watch for far less money. The finishing on a Rolex is much better, but the time keeping is not much different in my view.
Holy shit. At 3:27, I just realized the Black Bay Chronograph in this video and the one I own have the EXACT same "misaligned" chronograph hand. It's off center to the left very slightly, aligned to the "60" market on the bezel instead of the 12 o'clock indice. I was actually contemplating bringing it to the RSC, but thought it wasn't worth the hassle. Can other owners of this watch confirm if it's the same? That aside, I'm very happy with my Black Bay Chronograph. Easily worth more than its asking price. Because of it, I'm not so hung up about the insanely long waiting list for the Daytona anymore. The AD told me I'd be waiting at least 3 years for the 116500LN. I could easily buy from the gray market, but no way I'd want to risk it.
A huge shortfall with this model is the minute and hour hands when over the chrono dials makes this complication useless as you cannot see behind the wide hands and especially the snowflake hr hand.. More R&D required
It's funny because IIRC, Speedmasters had big arrow hands and then changed them from people complaining that they couldn't see the subdials lol. Seems like a "rookie mistake" that really should be common knowledge by now. I don't understand Tudor's obsession with the giant snowflake hand. It ruins so many of their watches. One of the reasons why the only watch my brother would ever buy from them is the North Flag, because he hates the snowflake so much haha.
This watch is all you ever need and more. Amazing movement, 200mt water resistant (where watches costing 5 times more do 50 or 100mt), beautiful yet understated design.
The Tudor submariners from the 60,70 and 80 are a very good example of watches with an Eta movement. In those days you could buy this affordable sub and just enjoy the good looks. Today it looks like everyone needs to compare it with it's brother. The Tudor brand does what Rolex can't do, bring new watches on the market every year. I wear my (several) Tudor watches with pride. I see this Tudor Chrono a a grownup chronograph, very nice matt dail and a look for it's own. It doesn't need to copy the Daytona. Tudor never made a secret about using Eta, I'm glad they don't lie about their cooporation with Breitling. This Black Bay Chrono will become a legend, just as the Submariners from days gone.
You should review the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. It’s a fantastic piece with some substantial history. I’d love to hear what you guys have to say about it.
Not a fan of the Rolex budget brand, but always love the videos. Never really understood the target market of something that only cries out I couldn't afford a Rolex.
Ryem3 people who may want as the narrator said, a great all rounder for around the 3k. That use to be Rolex 10 years ago. Plenty of options below 3k from the likes of C ward, Oris et al, apart from Seamaster there isn’t much in terms of ticking all the boxes that the Tudor offers at its price point. It’s smart business from Rolex, let them have some of the potential Omega / Breitling
I choose Omega over Rolex because I'm not keen on the image and as an engineer, the marque is more in keeping with who I am, which is part of why we choose what we wear. Rolex is just not me. However this is on my list. I like this watch a lot, especially on leather.
While I wait for a white dial 116500ln the Tudor Black Nay Chrono S&G on leather strap has absolutely caught my eye! Hoping to make a trip down to the AD when they reopen (closed, due to covid currently).
Implementing a 45-minute chrono totalizer is really awkward by Tudor. A 30-minute or preferably a 60-minute totalizer is more logical and enables easier calculations when timing events exceeding a full cycle on the totalizer. As for the movement issue, I'm with those who think this movement is neither in-house nor exclusive to Tudor, it's a modified movement.
Thank you, I really enjoy watching these videos, seeing the close up shots of the dials, cases and movements as well as getting your opinion of the watches you choose. I'd be very interested in seeing a review on the JLC Master Chronograph sector dial and hearing your perspective on where this piece sits relative to its competition at the same price point.
For me it check's all the boxes. It has nothing to do with replacing a Rolex, I have many of those as well. This watch has been and will continue to be my go to for a long time.
3:34 - I'm surprised not many people are pointing out the off-center chrono hand and subdial hand (the latter shown better at another part). Something you'd see on a vintage chrono. Tudor went a little far with this whole "heritage" thing.
Oozywolf first thing I noticed! 100% agree. Based on what i've seen first hand, in other videos, and even googling... Tudor has quality control issues.
I do think Tudor is replacing Rolex for fine tool watches and high value. This particular watch styling is too busy for me. I have a Pelagos and love it.
This watch is becoming more attractive to me over time. At first I did not like the snow flake hands on a chronograph but I’m warming up to it. Great video.
Personally, I am not a modern Rolex Daytona fan and would never buy one. This Tudor has some nice aspects like the matte black dial, but the selection of snowflake hands I feel is wrong. Just to clarify your point about the riveted style bracelet. The origins of this go back to the expandable bracelets of the mid-1960's, not the fold over steel bracelets you referred to. The fold over braceletsof the 70's did not have rivets.
I tried this watch today, it really feels like a Rolex (I also own a Sub with the supercase). The Omega unfortunately is not even close in terms of quality, again compared to Rolex. I am talking about the feeling of the watch when you hold it. Also I cannot go pass the milky band on the sapphire glass (hessalite is out of the question for me). I also tried the 57’, it’s broad arrowheads also cover the tacho, not a big deal in my opinion, I do not intend to time 45mn intervals anyway. I believe I’ve found my next watch. The Zenith is also an option for now, will see. Bruce Williams also mentioned that you would be disappointed if you are expecting Rolex quality, I thought it was bs... unfortunately I tend to agree. At the end of the day, one needs to try the watches and purchase the one that “speaks’’ to him :)
Thanks for yet another excellent video WF & Co....A very handsome watch indeed...Tudor appear to be forging ahead very confidently. As for Rolex though....I'm really not sure what's going on with them these days. Not that i'm too bothered, as they are way beyond my price point anyway.
I've not heard one comment about the 45.5mm planet ocean with something like 16.5mm thickness being called too big. It might be too big for YOU but this Tudor Chrono is perfectly proportioned when you see it in person.
You really shouldn't be wearing your watches golfing. Not saying it will definitely damage them, but it's much more shock than they are expected to withstand.
Great watch with a great movement..but it is antimagnetic? I mean, is the movement protected from magnetic fields? Some watches use a silicum feather to solve this problem.
This Tudor MT5813 chrono would inspire me to measure events with it, it’s a proper tool watch, and a handsome one at that. The Daytona, doesn’t look as purposeful, it inspires me only to wipe any finger marks off it, and put it away in a dark drawer and be satisfied with the kudos of owning a coveted watch, even for dubious reasons. I’m not even a collector yet owning a Daytona would probably make me a collector whether l like it or not.
I really like this watch but I feel that it would be better served with a Pulsometer bezel. It would certainly fit the military inspired diver aesthetic better.
crazy watch: Breitling's movement but re-engineered better. In the 79363n/Sand G, this is a work of everyday art. Since I bought this watch, my genuinely gorgeous looking, beautiful wife is actually jealous, as I spend more time looking at it than her!
Can you do a review of the Omega Planet Ocean 45.5mm chronometer with the orange aluminum bezel (232.30.46.51.01.002). I love watching your reviews and would be genuinely interested in seeing one of this watch that I own and admire.
Tudor can never fill Rolex's shoes and Hans Wilsdolf never intended for that to happen. I have had both and in the lats few years, Tudor has justified its existence and purpose. Having a good all round watch of quality and specification price point, Tudor does it and now with its In-House 70 hour power reserve movements, it has done what Rolex may have had to do if Tudor did not exist! Rolex status will never be overtaken by Tudor BUT Tudor has gained credibility and respect being made in the same way as Rolex and less expensive. Being an avid watch enthusiast collector for 45 years, I have today five Tudor watches and zero Rolex ones this is coming from someone who has had four Patek Phillipe watches (albeit not all at one or the same time). There is a message somewhere in this! It is up to you to find what that is!
I love this channel but managing to purchase most of the watches shown is pie in the sky for most people - even the ‘relatively’ cheap Tudor brand is outside of most people’s budget and 2nd hand Tudors also hold their price well. Great watches and great heritage but like most Swiss brands, and, since their resurgence and David Beckham’s ads, I feel Tudors are becoming out of more people’s reach.
I thought I read wrong but it turns out I didn't. Tudor calls it a Manufacture movement giving the illusion it's a completely in-house movement while it isn't. I HATE when brands do that, usually justifying calling it that because it is heavily "modified" and although this one is very modified, I would respect Tudor more if they were honest and called the movement what it is. Other than that, a very handsome watch
Watch Geek whenever a watch brand says manufacturer movment they mean its a movment exclusive to them, nothing off the shelf. It can mean a modified movment or a movment manufactured by a third party exclusively for them. In this case its a mix of both. Nothing misleading.
Ahmad Al Shammari trust me, an average buyer will not think that, an average buyer will think everything is made by one brand. And manufacture means EVERYTHING is made under one roof, the brands OWN roof. At least to me
You missed the part where he explains how Tudor SWAPED AND HEAVILY MODIFIED parts from the original Breitling movement, and also abandoned some solutions...so yes, that makes it an in-house movement. But I guess comprehension and focus on what's been told it's irrelevant these days LOL
SpaghettiKillah I didn't miss it, and it DOESNT make it an in-house movement, if it did, Breitling would not have developed their own movement and boasted about it being in-house, even though they used to use modified ETA. It always makes me laugh how manufacturers like to call things in-house ONLY when it's 100% in-house when it suits them, and it doesn't have to be 100% when it doesn't. It is in the same way that the Tag 1886 was in-house until it turned out to be a modified Seiko movement. I don't see them calling it in-house anymore! What I fail to understand is why would a company like Tudor invest so much in so many modifications and basically leave only the base plate, bridges and gears intact, why nor simply make those yourself as well, and then you can take pride in your own engineering. Why do you think Hayek decided to cut supply of ETA movements? He was sick of companies spending money on marketing rather than engineering movements. Tudor could have made a 100% in-house chronograph just like they did their regular movement instead of paying David Beckham to be their ambassador. I will always have more respect for a company spending money and time on engineering rather then marketing
Three watches I would like to see you review - Moser Pioneer in steel /// Laurent Ferrier Galet Square /// and the ultimate... FP Journe Chronometre Bleu
Got one for Christmas ,love it keeps great time looks amazing ,love Tudor brand have an old Tudor oyster date too ,not as flashy as a Rolex and not as copied , appreciated by people who know about watches
This video is excellent, and perfectly describes a top-tier, machine manufactured, chronograph at a stellar price. However, the video does miss, or not mention, or overlooks, something which might cause some confusion: ONLY the Black Bay Chrono, with the Manufacture Calibre MT5813, is created between Breitling and Tudor; the rest of the Tudor in-house movements are truly in-house, and not a collaboration with Breitling or anyone else EXCEPT Rolex engineers. The first Tudor in-house movement was the Manufacture Calibre MT5621, exclusively found and debuted in the Tudor North Flag*, and introduced at Baselworld 2015. This is also the time Tudor was shifting away from using out-sourced movements for its main lines. The North Flag timepiece remains the only and first Tudor that has a display caseback, ceramic mid-bezel, first Tudor to have a power reserve indication, and first silicone hairspring in a Tudor. A non-identical sister version of the calibre was made, the MT5612, which is exclusively used in the Tudor Pelagos series, but that calibre is sans a power reserve complication. Later, two more movements were made: MT5601 and MT5602, which are bigger variations of the MT5621/MT5612, and designed for the Black Bay and Black Bay Bronze series. Only the MT5813 remains a partnership, collaborative, in-house movement between two companies, Breitling and Tudor. *I own a North Flag, with both official straps, but I use a third party stingray strap instead. Pictures found on my Instagram account: @theoneinyellow
Does any one have any idea about how many units are produced? What do you project as future value for this watch? Would this be one of collectible pieces?
can you please show the function of the screw down pushers? In general, when reviewving watches with functions activated bgy pushers, would be good to see the action and some comment about the feel of the action. thanks, enjoyed this video
From purely aesthetics this Tudor model is very nice as it carries the design from the Heritage Black Bay, however I find that the thickness itself would be a drawback as I own the Chrono blue which is pretty thick already... what happened to thin cases?
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I bought one of the first examples of this model in the US. It keeps far better time than any Rolex I have ever owned, is more comfortable on the wrist than expected and incites a smile every time I look at it. Bravo
greenwoodsan That’s awesome, glad you didn’t let the haters influence you. An amazing looking watch to be sure!
Great watch. Congrats.
But better timekeeping than any Rolex? Seems your Rolex watches had some issues.
I have the BB Chrono, too. It consistently gains about 1.5 seconds a day. When setting it up to a reference timer at the same time as my friend's new Submariner, my Tudor somehow outperformed it!
Likwise, the accuracy is spot on. I love the hands, especially the hour hand.
Still happy? Tryed one and it felt marvellous. The haptic was outstanding!
Coming from someone who owns this watch, it is actually exceptional: the movement gains an average of 0.8 seconds a day on a timegrapher, the vertical clutch column wheel chronograph is satisfyingly crisp and precise to use, and the case (not the movement) finishing is comparable to that of Omega or Breitling. Overall, if you're a fan of the styling, this watch is excellent value for the money.
0.8 seems like a lot. Shouldn't it be under 0.5?
@@indiefruit its typical to get up to +/- 2 seconds a day on a Rolex Daytona so
I'm not here because of the watch, I'm here to listen the story-telling performed by the host.
your videos are gonna be the reason I sell my car to buy a watch..
lol
rather sell your ass, you wont loose anything then :) lmao i am so sillyy......
TheYungKingz this guy is so good he’s actually dangerous I nearly spent my mortgage deposit money 😂I thought I was done with watches and then I listened to his videos. He’s ruined my no watch policy, because I need a timepiece pronto😂😂😂🤦🏾♂️
They are great videos for sure! :-)
What do you mean, gonna?
I prefer this to my Daytona purely due to the date feature.
Me too. I prefer it because it actually looks better, I like heavier watches, it feels more robust while you always worried about scratching the daytona and the case is thicker which I prefer too.
better hr markers too
If they make the size to 40mm and reduce the thickness by 2mm it would be perfect.
People like different thing, this comment reminds me of this again, I dislike this watch because of the date
@@Lavi-Aemilia-Astori Fair enough, I tried Daytona and made me realize how over priced it is for what it is. I sold it immediately making a small loss.
You can't make these videos fast enough for me. You get me coming back every single time. Thanks.
I own the Tudor Black Bay Dark (PVD coated). Truly an impressive watch with an in-house movement. Tudor has really improved! Love their current product line.
I find this watch very nice and looks like the Daytona but it's 5 times more cheaper.
And the quality is similar.
The Baytona if you will :D
for April fools can you do a casio f105w review
I would love to see a high quality video like this for that. It's a great watch!
wurfag Also one with some very interesting history, perfect for a video.
I've tried this watch on before in an AD and never really liked it enough to buy it, but watching your reviews makes me want to have one!
FYI the watch is also the winner of the GPHG 2017 for the "Petite Aguille" category (meaning great watches under CHF8000)
I own this Tudor with the leather strap and I think it is a perfect daily watch. My Rolex Daytona / yachtmaster/ datejust 41 are now for the weekend. I also bought an Everest orange rubber strap for the Tudor, so I can use it on summer holiday. Tudor is no poor man's Rolex , just a very good watch for far less money. The finishing on a Rolex is much better, but the time keeping is not much different in my view.
Absolutely stunning piece aesthetically! I want it!
love it so much i have ordered one. unbelievable value for what you get.
Holy shit. At 3:27, I just realized the Black Bay Chronograph in this video and the one I own have the EXACT same "misaligned" chronograph hand. It's off center to the left very slightly, aligned to the "60" market on the bezel instead of the 12 o'clock indice. I was actually contemplating bringing it to the RSC, but thought it wasn't worth the hassle. Can other owners of this watch confirm if it's the same?
That aside, I'm very happy with my Black Bay Chronograph. Easily worth more than its asking price. Because of it, I'm not so hung up about the insanely long waiting list for the Daytona anymore. The AD told me I'd be waiting at least 3 years for the 116500LN. I could easily buy from the gray market, but no way I'd want to risk it.
I have the same 'Problem' with mine. Misaligned for a minuscule milimter to the left. But Happens to all the chronos, from Pateks to Casios. Enjoy!
A huge shortfall with this model is the minute and hour hands when over the chrono dials makes this complication useless as you cannot see behind the wide hands and especially the snowflake hr hand.. More R&D required
Wish they made the hands "skeletonized" while keeping the snowflake trademark of it, then just do a thick lume on its outline.
It's funny because IIRC, Speedmasters had big arrow hands and then changed them from people complaining that they couldn't see the subdials lol. Seems like a "rookie mistake" that really should be common knowledge by now. I don't understand Tudor's obsession with the giant snowflake hand. It ruins so many of their watches. One of the reasons why the only watch my brother would ever buy from them is the North Flag, because he hates the snowflake so much haha.
Different strokes, different folks I guess. I, on the other hand, love the snowflakes hands as it's Tudor's signature at this point.
Funny how no one mentions this about the Broad Arrow, which has the same if not a larger hour marker.
I have one of these inbound from you guys and I just can’t wait to get my hands on it. So much nicer than Rolex and more refined than Breitling
Thanks a lot for your Videos, really fun and informative to watch. Can you please review the fastrider black shield? Thank you.
Where is the S&G version!!!!😡😡😡
I want you guys to film that too🤣
Such a amazing job of filming, so I want to see it!!!!!
I love Tudor,this chrono intrigues me...
Thanks for the smazing review.
I've loved it since the moment it was released so I think it's time to take the plunge!
DO IT!
Compare the Speedmaster Reduced to other Speedmasters'. I think that would be a good video!
This watch is all you ever need and more. Amazing movement, 200mt water resistant (where watches costing 5 times more do 50 or 100mt), beautiful yet understated design.
The Tudor submariners from the 60,70 and 80 are a very good example of watches with an Eta movement. In those days you could buy this affordable sub and just enjoy the good looks. Today it looks like everyone needs to compare it with it's brother. The Tudor brand does what Rolex can't do, bring new watches on the market every year. I wear my (several) Tudor watches with pride. I see this Tudor Chrono a a grownup chronograph, very nice matt dail and a look for it's own. It doesn't need to copy the Daytona. Tudor never made a secret about using Eta, I'm glad they don't lie about their cooporation with Breitling. This Black Bay Chrono will become a legend, just as the Submariners from days gone.
First one I bought! Put it on and loved it!
I have been hoping you would review this watch, I love Tudor and your videos are sublime!
"What you see is what you get"
Actually has a modified Breitling movement inside a Tudor case.
You should review the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. It’s a fantastic piece with some substantial history. I’d love to hear what you guys have to say about it.
Not a fan of the Rolex budget brand, but always love the videos. Never really understood the target market of something that only cries out I couldn't afford a Rolex.
Ryem3 people who may want as the narrator said, a great all rounder for around the 3k. That use to be Rolex 10 years ago. Plenty of options below 3k from the likes of C ward, Oris et al, apart from Seamaster there isn’t much in terms of ticking all the boxes that the Tudor offers at its price point. It’s smart business from Rolex, let them have some of the potential Omega / Breitling
Buyers
I choose Omega over Rolex because I'm not keen on the image and as an engineer, the marque is more in keeping with who I am, which is part of why we choose what we wear. Rolex is just not me. However this is on my list. I like this watch a lot, especially on leather.
Rolex are too common ... when everybody has the samething it losses its appeal
While I wait for a white dial 116500ln the Tudor Black Nay Chrono S&G on leather strap has absolutely caught my eye! Hoping to make a trip down to the AD when they reopen (closed, due to covid currently).
Implementing a 45-minute chrono totalizer is really awkward by Tudor. A 30-minute or preferably a 60-minute totalizer is more logical and enables easier calculations when timing events exceeding a full cycle on the totalizer.
As for the movement issue, I'm with those who think this movement is neither in-house nor exclusive to Tudor, it's a modified movement.
It’s growing on me! Great review
Thank you, I really enjoy watching these videos, seeing the close up shots of the dials, cases and movements as well as getting your opinion of the watches you choose. I'd be very interested in seeing a review on the JLC Master Chronograph sector dial and hearing your perspective on where this piece sits relative to its competition at the same price point.
For me it check's all the boxes. It has nothing to do with replacing a Rolex, I have many of those as well. This watch has been and will continue to be my go to for a long time.
Still got it?
@@CarlCuba no, sold it and upgraded to the two tone gold version
I think Tudor is a fantastic company and they make great watches.
exceptional video!!! very interesting info about the calibre, never had heard about that collaboration with Breitling.
I had been waiting for for you to do a review on this watch:) Was about to comment asking for one. Great to see this video.
Yours is a one of a kind channel. Looking forward to a review of the Panerai Carbotech!
Superb review, as always, thank you. It's such a shame about the bracelet design and the snowflake hand, which, blocks too much of the face (imho).
3:34 - I'm surprised not many people are pointing out the off-center chrono hand and subdial hand (the latter shown better at another part). Something you'd see on a vintage chrono. Tudor went a little far with this whole "heritage" thing.
Oozywolf first thing I noticed! 100% agree. Based on what i've seen first hand, in other videos, and even googling... Tudor has quality control issues.
HELP! I don't see it :(
I do think Tudor is replacing Rolex for fine tool watches and high value. This particular watch styling is too busy for me. I have a Pelagos and love it.
This watch is becoming more attractive to me over time. At first I did not like the snow flake hands on a chronograph but I’m warming up to it. Great video.
Please do a review of the Breitling super ocean heritage
Man, im addicted to your videos.
Poetry.
Another brilliant video - outstanding work Watchfinder team
I'm not a Tudor fan but this one does look purposeful.
that big snow flake hour hand could disturb the subdial reading when it is around 2 to 4
Бојан Павловић
Bullshit! 👎
Putra Ramadhan
So what? It‘s a great watch! Daytona without a date is a worse case.
Personally, I am not a modern Rolex Daytona fan and would never buy one. This Tudor has some nice aspects like the matte black dial, but the selection of snowflake hands I feel is wrong. Just to clarify your point about the riveted style bracelet. The origins of this go back to the expandable bracelets of the mid-1960's, not the fold over steel bracelets you referred to. The fold over braceletsof the 70's did not have rivets.
Great watch. Tudor did it right. Hope they continue to do so.
I tried this watch today, it really feels like a Rolex (I also own a Sub with the supercase). The Omega unfortunately is not even close in terms of quality, again compared to Rolex. I am talking about the feeling of the watch when you hold it. Also I cannot go pass the milky band on the sapphire glass (hessalite is out of the question for me). I also tried the 57’, it’s broad arrowheads also cover the tacho, not a big deal in my opinion, I do not intend to time 45mn intervals anyway. I believe I’ve found my next watch. The Zenith is also an option for now, will see. Bruce Williams also mentioned that you would be disappointed if you are expecting Rolex quality, I thought it was bs... unfortunately I tend to agree. At the end of the day, one needs to try the watches and purchase the one that “speaks’’ to him :)
Thanks for yet another excellent video WF & Co....A very handsome watch indeed...Tudor appear to be forging ahead very confidently. As for Rolex though....I'm really not sure what's going on with them these days. Not that i'm too bothered, as they are way beyond my price point anyway.
That looks like a great watch. This was a great review. Thanks and looking forward to the next. Perhaps we could also have some micro-brand content.
I've not heard one comment about the 45.5mm planet ocean with something like 16.5mm thickness being called too big. It might be too big for YOU but this Tudor Chrono is perfectly proportioned when you see it in person.
Thank you for the review!
Being Daytonas prices crazy, makes Tudor a real purchasing option. Let's see how the maket evolves!
This watch hits all the right notes for me... very satisfied with it
Tbh, I hate the look for this watch but the S&G variant is crispy. Might have to save up for it in the future.
Can this watch handle a fast-ish golf swing? I use my gmt master 2 for golf now.
I like the looks of this watch
You really shouldn't be wearing your watches golfing. Not saying it will definitely damage them, but it's much more shock than they are expected to withstand.
I prefer this to the current Daytona. The steel bezel is more appropriate than the ceramic one for a chronograph.
I think it looks great, a realistic alternative to the Daytona
great video, as always.
maybe you could do the "affordable" german brands like laco or stowa for your next vid?
Love Tudor Black Bay timepieces...Great video!!!
Great watch with a great movement..but it is antimagnetic? I mean, is the movement protected from magnetic fields? Some watches use a silicum feather to solve this problem.
Nice watch, but the second hand is not centered on the 12-hour marker... Which is not a big deal, but bothers me.
Not seen anybody who can recite a story like you..... Kudo's
Looking forward to your other videos
This Tudor MT5813 chrono would inspire me to measure events with it, it’s a proper tool watch, and a handsome one at that. The Daytona, doesn’t look as purposeful, it inspires me only to wipe any finger marks off it, and put it away in a dark drawer and be satisfied with the kudos of owning a coveted watch, even for dubious reasons. I’m not even a collector yet owning a Daytona would probably make me a collector whether l like it or not.
I really like this watch but I feel that it would be better served with a Pulsometer bezel. It would certainly fit the military inspired diver aesthetic better.
crazy watch: Breitling's movement but re-engineered better. In the 79363n/Sand G, this is a work of everyday art. Since I bought this watch, my genuinely gorgeous looking, beautiful wife is actually jealous, as I spend more time looking at it than her!
You still wear it?
I love this Tudor chronograph. But i also love the Speedmaster.
Which one purchase?? Dilemma dilemma ..
Speedmaster. Not even close. The Navitimer or IWC Portuguese would be my other choices.
Speedmaster definitely prevails
Column wheel movement. WR 200 meter. ???
Column wheel movement. WR 200 meter. ???
AjaxForever, my wear would be the Zenith El Primero.
Please do a review and comparison of this watch and the Omega Moonwatch. They are both the same price but I am torn on which one to go for
Gizmo TheWestie that would be fantastic
Can you do a review of the Omega Planet Ocean 45.5mm chronometer with the orange aluminum bezel (232.30.46.51.01.002). I love watching your reviews and would be genuinely interested in seeing one of this watch that I own and admire.
This watch ticks all my boxes except the snowflake hands. I appreciate the history behind it, I just think they ruin an otherwise perfect watch 😕
Wish they did a white dial version
Nice watch and great review. Thank you very much.
Tudor can never fill Rolex's shoes and Hans Wilsdolf never intended for that to happen. I have had both and in the lats few years, Tudor has justified its existence and purpose. Having a good all round watch of quality and specification price point, Tudor does it and now with its In-House 70 hour power reserve movements, it has done what Rolex may have had to do if Tudor did not exist! Rolex status will never be overtaken by Tudor BUT Tudor has gained credibility and respect being made in the same way as Rolex and less expensive. Being an avid watch enthusiast collector for 45 years, I have today five Tudor watches and zero Rolex ones this is coming from someone who has had four Patek Phillipe watches (albeit not all at one or the same time). There is a message somewhere in this! It is up to you to find what that is!
Would love to see a review on the Black Bay Steel and Gold please.
Sourced on today second hand after watching this vid review. Thank you sir
I love this channel but managing to purchase most of the watches shown is pie in the sky for most people - even the ‘relatively’ cheap Tudor brand is outside of most people’s budget and 2nd hand Tudors also hold their price well. Great watches and great heritage but like most Swiss brands, and, since their resurgence and David Beckham’s ads, I feel Tudors are becoming out of more people’s reach.
Between the BB with ceramic bezel and the BB with steel bezel, which one do you pick?
BB dont have ceramic bezels
Hi, does this watch come in a white dial?
I thought I read wrong but it turns out I didn't. Tudor calls it a Manufacture movement giving the illusion it's a completely in-house movement while it isn't. I HATE when brands do that, usually justifying calling it that because it is heavily "modified" and although this one is very modified, I would respect Tudor more if they were honest and called the movement what it is. Other than that, a very handsome watch
Watch Geek whenever a watch brand says manufacturer movment they mean its a movment exclusive to them, nothing off the shelf. It can mean a modified movment or a movment manufactured by a third party exclusively for them. In this case its a mix of both. Nothing misleading.
At least crook-extraordinaire from Switzerland did not put Seiko movement inside and called it Swiss.
Ahmad Al Shammari trust me, an average buyer will not think that, an average buyer will think everything is made by one brand.
And manufacture means EVERYTHING is made under one roof, the brands OWN roof. At least to me
You missed the part where he explains how Tudor SWAPED AND HEAVILY MODIFIED parts from the original Breitling movement, and also abandoned some solutions...so yes, that makes it an in-house movement.
But I guess comprehension and focus on what's been told it's irrelevant these days LOL
SpaghettiKillah I didn't miss it, and it DOESNT make it an in-house movement, if it did, Breitling would not have developed their own movement and boasted about it being in-house, even though they used to use modified ETA. It always makes me laugh how manufacturers like to call things in-house ONLY when it's 100% in-house when it suits them, and it doesn't have to be 100% when it doesn't.
It is in the same way that the Tag 1886 was in-house until it turned out to be a modified Seiko movement. I don't see them calling it in-house anymore!
What I fail to understand is why would a company like Tudor invest so much in so many modifications and basically leave only the base plate, bridges and gears intact, why nor simply make those yourself as well, and then you can take pride in your own engineering.
Why do you think Hayek decided to cut supply of ETA movements?
He was sick of companies spending money on marketing rather than engineering movements. Tudor could have made a 100% in-house chronograph just like they did their regular movement instead of paying David Beckham to be their ambassador.
I will always have more respect for a company spending money and time on engineering rather then marketing
I wanted to get a Speedmaster but this also looks very nice.
Great looking watch but it sucks when the date disc color doesn’t match the color of the dial.
Comprehensive as per usual. Thanks
Three watches I would like to see you review - Moser Pioneer in steel /// Laurent Ferrier Galet Square /// and the ultimate... FP Journe Chronometre Bleu
i love daytona but the price is just way too high for me but this. i might just get one.
Got one for Christmas ,love it keeps great time looks amazing ,love Tudor brand have an old Tudor oyster date too ,not as flashy as a Rolex and not as copied , appreciated by people who know about watches
Give it a black ceramic diver's bezel and we have a winner!
Rumours say, it will come in a few weeks at Baselworld.
In due time
I've been waiting for a video on this watch :D
This video is excellent, and perfectly describes a top-tier, machine manufactured, chronograph at a stellar price.
However, the video does miss, or not mention, or overlooks, something which might cause some confusion: ONLY the Black Bay Chrono, with the Manufacture Calibre MT5813, is created between Breitling and Tudor; the rest of the Tudor in-house movements are truly in-house, and not a collaboration with Breitling or anyone else EXCEPT Rolex engineers.
The first Tudor in-house movement was the Manufacture Calibre MT5621, exclusively found and debuted in the Tudor North Flag*, and introduced at Baselworld 2015. This is also the time Tudor was shifting away from using out-sourced movements for its main lines. The North Flag timepiece remains the only and first Tudor that has a display caseback, ceramic mid-bezel, first Tudor to have a power reserve indication, and first silicone hairspring in a Tudor.
A non-identical sister version of the calibre was made, the MT5612, which is exclusively used in the Tudor Pelagos series, but that calibre is sans a power reserve complication.
Later, two more movements were made: MT5601 and MT5602, which are bigger variations of the MT5621/MT5612, and designed for the Black Bay and Black Bay Bronze series.
Only the MT5813 remains a partnership, collaborative, in-house movement between two companies, Breitling and Tudor.
*I own a North Flag, with both official straps, but I use a third party stingray strap instead.
Pictures found on my Instagram account: @theoneinyellow
My favorite watch right now.
If it had the ceramic bezel from the Dayton, black it would be a no brainer. That standard same colour bezel ruins the whole thing like a explorer 2.
Does any one have any idea about how many units are produced? What do you project as future value for this watch? Would this be one of collectible pieces?
I watch this channel so much, I feel like I need to know the wrist size on those videos
can you please show the function of the screw down pushers? In general, when reviewving watches with functions activated bgy pushers, would be good to see the action and some comment about the feel of the action. thanks, enjoyed this video
Im pulling the trigger now. Thanks
It will be my next watch and first in this price range.
From purely aesthetics this Tudor model is very nice as it carries the design from the Heritage Black Bay, however I find that the thickness itself would be a drawback as I own the Chrono blue which is pretty thick already... what happened to thin cases?
I would love you to review the Tudor Black bay 58
I don't how I'm going to do it, but I'm going to get this timepiece!