Its not a poor mans Rolex, its a Mans Rolex. Tudor is priced how Rolex should be. There are not any poor men buying a $S3k ranger or $4k black bay. I have the Tudor Pelagos FXD and wore it for a good chunk of my military career. A proper tool watch. Don't down play the quality of a Tudor.
I really wish people would stop calling Tudor watches 'poor man's Rolex' A long time ago when they were fitted with eta movements, maybe, but not any longer. I cant afford an Explorer ( and dont have the willpower for a dozen or so years on a grovelling list) but I can afford a Ranger and its that very perception that's stopping me from buying one.
I think it's perfectly fine to call it the poor man's Rolex, you're buying it for you, not for other people. you're getting it 'cause you love it, not 'cause someone else does. Just be happy that there's something like Tudor for people like us, who doesn't want to get the explorer, or who can't afford the explorer "yet". You can call it whatever you want as soon as it lands on your wrist, "The rich man's Tudor", "The Perfect watch", Whatever, It's "Your Tudor".
@@slds108I’m really pleased for you and a bit jealous, I really like the look of them. Tudor is my favorite watch brand and are making some stunning watches at the moment and I class the Ranger in this statement. I hope it brings you a lot of enjoyment and pride.
"We tend to be more critical and less infatuated in the comfort of our own home." Thank you for these words!! And congratulations on getting the lovely watch🎉
I looked at one over the weekend. I dont like how the letters are printed directly onto the dial. For that price, you'd think they would at least give some raised numbers like the tudor north flag! Still, I love the simple design.
I've had one of these for about a year and I love it. it pretty much looks good on any strap and it gets more wrist time than most of my other watches now because it's so versatile. The bracelet is one of the most comfortable ones I own and the boringness of the dial makes it so legible when you're out adventuring and just take a quick glance at the dial.
Bought the Tudor watch last week. Outstanding in its simplicity and functionality. I wanted understated quality, no shiny polish. Perfect on all occasions. Thank you.
I wouldn't call it a poor man's Rolex Explorer. I do own a Datejust 126234 36mm, but I chose to buy the Tudor Ranger over an Explorer last year in March very consciously and have not once regretted it. This watch exudes something special, it was love on first sight. It's toolish and understated, but it has these very few refinements you get to appreciate over time. Nothing screams "look at me", yet I still find myself giving it another glance after reading the time, thinking: this is a beautiful watch. I don't get envious looks on the street or from colleagues and sometimes I even wear it whilst mountain biking, without a care in the world. I could go on raving about it, but you get my point 😅
Dude, i just went on a 7 week vacation and this is the only watch i brought with me. Although i didn’t swim with it, i was absolutely contented wearing it every single day and not once did i regret bringing just 1 watch. I wasn’t worried about what’s on my wrist (as if i have other expensive watches😂which i don’t) it’s subtle, beautiful, rugged, extremely easy to adjust as my wrist expands. And like you said, we could go on and on and on raving about it but…you get my point! 😅 i may have called it the poor man’s rolex but i certainly felt satisfyingly rich and happy wearing it!
Nice! Happy you're enjoying it. Wish you the best 👍🏼 Btw: In my humble opinion you can absolutely go swimming with it, I did it at least a dozen times. With 100m WR + screw-down crown you are totally fine, even though many tend to be overcautious. I can personally recommend "Erica's Marine Nationale" straps for swimming or summer attire.
@@DocMulholland thanks! But i am just too scared to dip it in the water😂 and thanks for the suggestion! I’ll check it out. I’ve been looking for good straps for months now but Artem sent me some of theirs to try and give a review. I just haven’t done it yet. But by the look and feel of it, it seems like a really great product.
I have been looking at this for a while. Some say that its boring and plain but I think that's its attraction. So under the radar. Excellent movement for the price.
Rolex explorer is boring but it’s hyped, so in many people’s perception, it’s not boring. So, it depends on what you like. :) for me, it’s excellent. Movement,quality and design-wise.
I have never paid much attention to Tudor watches until i saw the Ranger when i was dropping off my Speedmaster for service. I seen the Ranger and asked to look at it. I really liked it. I went to have lunch and tried to shake the feeling but i couldn't so i went back and bought it.
I have the same two watches great to watch combo. Put the Ranger on leather and use the Ranger bracelet on the black bay 58 perfect fit and more sleek than the original.
I like “poor man”, it gives it purpose. A poor man buys it to use as a tool, a motivation to get to the rich man’s watch, a beginning. Which also makes you a “smart man”.
It’s crazy how much of a difference the bb58 and ranger look on your 6.5 inch wrist compared to my 7.25 inch wrist. Are you able to pull off more 36-38mm case watches?
@@gullie9004 I’m a big fan of both good sir. I’ve been missing my Mountain Glacier Alpanist I once had and sold. It was a gorgeous lil watch. Always wanted the Ranger since it came out and will probably grab it in the future. I’ve been a G Shock guy in recent times. Various Squares, Rangeman, Frogman etc
@@briandorsey6437 ah, i love that one! Just couldn’t find where to get them on a fair price. If i ever find one, i won’t even hesitate. And the Ranger, it has it’s own beauty. The Alpinist and the Ranger are my top choices when travelling. I suggest you get the Ranger and i assure you, it’s the real rich man’s watch! It’s pure joy owning it. 👊
Thanks,Aubrey! And i don’t really notice it when i’m wearing the watch. It was just something that might be an issue for some people. But i love the watch! 😎
Thanks for sharing your wrist size and many wrist shots. I’m a 6.5 inch wrist too and consider 36-40 mm to be the perfect range for a daily. This one has a lot of character! Also think that Tudor’s clasp is unnecessary long. I ended up buying and replacing the OEM bracelet on my BB36 for an after market jubilee. Great video!
Thanks! As much as i want to replace the bracelet, I couldn’t 😂 the quick adjustment system is too good and i like the brushed aesthetic of it. And it doesn’t really bother me on a daily basis, just when i really look at it that i notice the clasp. Still an awesome watch overall! 👊
@@gullie9004 A tool watch is a watch that contains one or more complications in addition to telling the time. What does this watch do besides tell the time?
@@Mystery_Man84 exactly, it tells the time. It’s a tool for telling the time. Would you not call a screwdriver a tool ‘cause it only turns screws and nothing else?
@@gullie9004 Hehe, not crying, nice watch! People say Ranger is the new Explorer because of the availability, and reasonable (for luxury piece) price. Thing that Explorer used to be.
Its not a poor mans Rolex, its a Mans Rolex. Tudor is priced how Rolex should be. There are not any poor men buying a $S3k ranger or $4k black bay. I have the Tudor Pelagos FXD and wore it for a good chunk of my military career. A proper tool watch. Don't down play the quality of a Tudor.
I really wish people would stop calling Tudor watches 'poor man's Rolex' A long time ago when they were fitted with eta movements, maybe, but not any longer. I cant afford an Explorer ( and dont have the willpower for a dozen or so years on a grovelling list) but I can afford a Ranger and its that very perception that's stopping me from buying one.
I think it's perfectly fine to call it the poor man's Rolex, you're buying it for you, not for other people. you're getting it 'cause you love it, not 'cause someone else does. Just be happy that there's something like Tudor for people like us, who doesn't want to get the explorer, or who can't afford the explorer "yet". You can call it whatever you want as soon as it lands on your wrist, "The rich man's Tudor", "The Perfect watch", Whatever, It's "Your Tudor".
Ignore what others say, if you want it, buy it, wear it and enjoy it. Why be influenced by someone you don’t know or don’t care about.
@MarkN67 You're absolutely right. I pulled the trigger and bought one two weeks ago, and I love it .👍
@@slds108I’m really pleased for you and a bit jealous, I really like the look of them. Tudor is my favorite watch brand and are making some stunning watches at the moment and I class the Ranger in this statement. I hope it brings you a lot of enjoyment and pride.
@@slds108 congrats! 🎉it’s such a good watch for what you pay for it!
A watch coming in at just over 3K is hardly “a poor man’s Rolex”. Ridiculous statement.
Riddikulus!!! 🪄
I love the Ranger. I wear it more than my Breitlings. Beautiful watch
"We tend to be more critical and less infatuated in the comfort of our own home."
Thank you for these words!!
And congratulations on getting the lovely watch🎉
It’s a good food for thought when buying a watch! Thanks, Tubeysr! 👊
I wish it had drilled lug or quick release system to change bracelet and straps
You will wear it on the bracelet - I’ve changed mine once in the last year and actually do not think I will do it again - a fantastic bracelet
I looked at one over the weekend. I dont like how the letters are printed directly onto the dial. For that price, you'd think they would at least give some raised numbers like the tudor north flag! Still, I love the simple design.
@@PedroFilms it’s an acquired taste:) but i agree that it would be so much better with applied hour markers.
I've had one of these for about a year and I love it. it pretty much looks good on any strap and it gets more wrist time than most of my other watches now because it's so versatile. The bracelet is one of the most comfortable ones I own and the boringness of the dial makes it so legible when you're out adventuring and just take a quick glance at the dial.
I agree with everything you’ve mentioned! And i just think it’s an individual’s preference. You either like it or not. 👊
Brilliant watch,I've got the RANGER 👍
Bought the Tudor watch last week. Outstanding in its simplicity and functionality. I wanted understated quality, no shiny polish. Perfect on all occasions. Thank you.
Youre wearing it backwards 😖
I wouldn't call it a poor man's Rolex Explorer. I do own a Datejust 126234 36mm, but I chose to buy the Tudor Ranger over an Explorer last year in March very consciously and have not once regretted it.
This watch exudes something special, it was love on first sight. It's toolish and understated, but it has these very few refinements you get to appreciate over time. Nothing screams "look at me", yet I still find myself giving it another glance after reading the time, thinking: this is a beautiful watch. I don't get envious looks on the street or from colleagues and sometimes I even wear it whilst mountain biking, without a care in the world. I could go on raving about it, but you get my point 😅
Dude, i just went on a 7 week vacation and this is the only watch i brought with me. Although i didn’t swim with it, i was absolutely contented wearing it every single day and not once did i regret bringing just 1 watch. I wasn’t worried about what’s on my wrist (as if i have other expensive watches😂which i don’t) it’s subtle, beautiful, rugged, extremely easy to adjust as my wrist expands. And like you said, we could go on and on and on raving about it but…you get my point! 😅 i may have called it the poor man’s rolex but i certainly felt satisfyingly rich and happy wearing it!
Nice! Happy you're enjoying it. Wish you the best 👍🏼
Btw: In my humble opinion you can absolutely go swimming with it, I did it at least a dozen times. With 100m WR + screw-down crown you are totally fine, even though many tend to be overcautious. I can personally recommend "Erica's Marine Nationale" straps for swimming or summer attire.
@@DocMulholland thanks! But i am just too scared to dip it in the water😂 and thanks for the suggestion! I’ll check it out. I’ve been looking for good straps for months now but Artem sent me some of theirs to try and give a review. I just haven’t done it yet. But by the look and feel of it, it seems like a really great product.
I quite like this watch. It's so good that even Rolex made a homage to it: The Explorer.
(Yes, this is a joke.)
I have been looking at this for a while. Some say that its boring and plain but I think that's its attraction. So under the radar.
Excellent movement for the price.
Rolex explorer is boring but it’s hyped, so in many people’s perception, it’s not boring. So, it depends on what you like. :) for me, it’s excellent. Movement,quality and design-wise.
"A poor man's Rolex" is such an elitist thing to say.
Great watch, great wrist shots and a great video.
Thanks, Sharp!
A field watch or diver watch is suitable for daily working watch.
I have never paid much attention to Tudor watches until i saw the Ranger when i was dropping off my Speedmaster for service. I seen the Ranger and asked to look at it. I really liked it. I went to have lunch and tried to shake the feeling but i couldn't so i went back and bought it.
😂 some watches throws our discipline out the window!
Clean look.
I have the same two watches great to watch combo. Put the Ranger on leather and use the Ranger bracelet on the black bay 58 perfect fit and more sleek than the original.
This watch is great for travelling paranoia free by public transport in London and now a spectacular buy on the used market.
True, i recently went on a trip for 6 weeks and this is what i brought with me. Made me appreciate it more!
I disagree, I’ve been watching used prices and they just don’t seem to drop. I’m not buying a used 2 year old watch just to save 200 bucks
Poor man? How about smarter man.
I like “poor man”, it gives it purpose. A poor man buys it to use as a tool, a motivation to get to the rich man’s watch, a beginning. Which also makes you a “smart man”.
Congrats, mate! 🎉😊
Congratulations! 🎉
It’s crazy how much of a difference the bb58 and ranger look on your 6.5 inch wrist compared to my 7.25 inch wrist. Are you able to pull off more 36-38mm case watches?
A Tudor a being dressed like a six year old? Honestly?!
What are you talking about🤷♂️?
It's the perfect watch for me
The Poor man’s Rolex is the Seiko Alpanist you’re wearing in this video prior to taking the Ranger out 😂
Hush now Baby Boy. It’s ok to get hurt sometimes. 😘
@@gullie9004 haha I think that applies to your Alpanist not my feelings 🤣
@@briandorsey6437 oh don’t worry about my “AlpAnist”, it’s doing just fine beside the RangAr. 😎
@@gullie9004 I’m a big fan of both good sir. I’ve been missing my Mountain Glacier Alpanist I once had and sold. It was a gorgeous lil watch. Always wanted the Ranger since it came out and will probably grab it in the future. I’ve been a G Shock guy in recent times. Various Squares, Rangeman, Frogman etc
@@briandorsey6437 ah, i love that one! Just couldn’t find where to get them on a fair price. If i ever find one, i won’t even hesitate. And the Ranger, it has it’s own beauty. The Alpinist and the Ranger are my top choices when travelling. I suggest you get the Ranger and i assure you, it’s the real rich man’s watch! It’s pure joy owning it. 👊
Excellent video. Lots of great shots! I'm curious if you had considered a vintage 36mm Ranger? Thanks
Thanks,Scott! And No, i’ve never considered it. 39mm is absolutely spot on. But i do want the 36mm explorer over the 39 or 40.
This will be my next watch
Good luck! I hope you get it soon!
Good review
I noticed it to, however not a problem for me
I love this watch ….so simple and effective
Thanks,Aubrey! And i don’t really notice it when i’m wearing the watch. It was just something that might be an issue for some people. But i love the watch! 😎
Tudor Ranger, for those who know...
I thought you looked best in the Burgundy jubilee
Thanks, i love that one too. Just a bit big for my preference. 🙂
That 70 years marketing gimmick is putting me off this watch.
Fits good on you
got one last Xmas. love it too!
The painted lumes look cheap and kiddish
Makes it unique! 😎 i would disagree with it looking cheap. It looks absolutely perfect!
Thanks for sharing your wrist size and many wrist shots. I’m a 6.5 inch wrist too and consider 36-40 mm to be the perfect range for a daily. This one has a lot of character! Also think that Tudor’s clasp is unnecessary long. I ended up buying and replacing the OEM bracelet on my BB36 for an after market jubilee. Great video!
Thanks! As much as i want to replace the bracelet, I couldn’t 😂 the quick adjustment system is too good and i like the brushed aesthetic of it. And it doesn’t really bother me on a daily basis, just when i really look at it that i notice the clasp. Still an awesome watch overall! 👊
The long clasp is also the same on the BB58..😅
Exactly😂but still an amazing watch! 😎
Love mine. Cant understand all the hate.
Exactly! 🤦♂️
Grail watch
How is this a tool watch?
How is it not?
@@gullie9004 A tool watch is a watch that contains one or more complications in addition to telling the time. What does this watch do besides tell the time?
@@Mystery_Man84 exactly, it tells the time. It’s a tool for telling the time. Would you not call a screwdriver a tool ‘cause it only turns screws and nothing else?
@@gullie9004 But every single watch tells time. So every watch is a tool watch by your logic?
@@Mystery_Man84 so, what is it if not a tool watch? Where are you going with this? What do you call it if not a tool watch?
Great watch but I still prefer bb58 blue :))
The blue one is tough to beat. Gorgeous watch.
Have you tried the Ranger bracelet on the BB58 yet?
😂 i was thinking about that but not yet. I will, soon.
It’s a great watch. Congratulations, my friend!
Thanks,Rob! 👊
Stunning watch, the simplicity is what makes it what it is.
Poor man's Explorer is that Seiko Alpinist.
“There there” my child 😘 stop crying.
@@gullie9004 Hehe, not crying, nice watch! People say Ranger is the new Explorer because of the availability, and reasonable (for luxury piece) price. Thing that Explorer used to be.
@@rccdesign Good point :) it is a wonderful watch, wether it’s being compared to the explorer or not. The value you get is unbeatable. 👊
Nice, but the watch seems a bit thick.
Oh you have to try it! It’s not thick at all. :)
@@gullie9004 OK, so it's around the same thickness as the Rolex Explorer 39mm!
Parang nagandahan ka sa Tudor ah!
Oo 😁 malupeters.
@@gullie9004mas okay kesa sa tag?
@@JLDF3 oo. 🤓
Beautiful 🤩
wear it on the left hand instead of the right.
I’ll think about it 🤔
You strike me as the poor man’s version of a watch reviewer.
You strike me as the 2 shot secombe grease and grime version of a plus corporation.
I hope someone took you to the hospital after you had your stroke
I strike me as a beef burrito
@@profound369 😂🤣 you win the strike!
Well done great choice! Happy for you 🥹. Did you get any discounts?
Thanks,John! :) no, I didn’t get any discount.
You get them at 40% discount, brand new from Rolex profile builders 😂
@@kelvin.008 cheers man that’s a great discount where do you find these Rolex guys?
@@johnrb9397 Singapore
Yea, what’s a Rolex profile builder ?