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DonBateman · 11 October 2017, 03:15 AM

I can't decide which to get! For reference I am considering both brand new, Heritage BB, black bezel with bracelet, with the in house OR SMP blue. Anyone have experience with both? What's a better pick?

I like the vintage diver look of the BB but damn the SMP and the history with Bond makes it a classy.

beshannon · 11 October 2017, 03:23 AM

Which one do you like better?

DonBateman · 11 October 2017, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by beshannon

Which one do you like better?

Can't decide! Need a 2nd opinion. If there is a consensus that one is better then the other I will go with it.

HogwldFLTR · 11 October 2017, 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by DonBateman

I can't decide which to get! For reference I am considering both brand new, Heritage BB, black bezel with bracelet, with the in house OR SMP blue. Anyone have experience with both? What's a better pick?

I like the vintage diver look of the BB but damn the SMP and the history with Bond makes it a classy.

The Bond history is pretty much paid for by Omega and totally hype, imho. Omega changes their style faster than a hooker in Nevada changes dates. The traditional Bond watch was Rolex from the books. Rolex wouldn't pay for the product placement. Frankly I'd get the BB unless you have a specific Omega you like and if there is one pulling you get the watch that calls you the most. For what it's worth I've got both an SMP Bond and a Planet Ocean with orange bezel insert. Also have two BBs. The other thing to consider is whether or not you want a date complication.

aes7.5x55 · 11 October 2017, 04:16 AM

I have no experience with the Tudor, but I have the Seamaster and have been very happy with it. I wear it probably 75% of the time.

Emoney11 · 11 October 2017, 05:01 AM

I also was debating between the two and choose the SMPc Blue. I do not regret it although my BLNR probably takes up 75% of my wrist time.

Stevec14 · 11 October 2017, 05:10 AM

One is not better than the other. They are both great. Whichever one you like best is the one. For me, I prefer the omega proportions but have had the black bay and enjoyed it. It wears bigger than the omega though.

DonBateman · 11 October 2017, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Stevec14

One is not better than the other. They are both great. Whichever one you like best is the one. For me, I prefer the omega proportions but have had the black bay and enjoyed it. It wears bigger than the omega though.

I was wondering which "wore" bigger, considering they have the same dimensions. I wanted the one that felt bigger....I am going with the Black Bay!

Stevec14 · 11 October 2017, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by DonBateman

I was wondering which "wore" bigger, considering they have the same dimensions. I wanted the one that felt bigger....I am going with the Black Bay!

I may be wrong, but the black bay wears thicker. Seems a more substantial watch to me.

Pics when you get it please!

sensui · 11 October 2017, 05:19 AM

Both great watches with rock solid movements incorporated on both sides. Definitely the Tudor wears larger IMO, the SMP is a more sleek with the way the lugs curve. If you like the SMP, I'd ask you consider my favorite varieties with the wave dials, that's where it's @ IMO. But the modern ones are very sleek with the gloss dial....definitely a "modern" look.

Eingram141 · 11 October 2017, 05:20 AM

I have the original bond 2531 Smp. I think the BB is an incredible watch but I just cant seem to bring myself to pull the trigger. Something seems more organic to Smp’s bond history than Tudor just “producing” a vintage watch, almost too perfect, you know? Also the smp wears nicely at 41mm, the BB (ive tried on) wears a bit larger. I know larger feels fun but the trend of 39mm+ watches is on its way out. I think about this when I buy a watch I want to keep, and not get tired of in a few years.

Also Smp is very versital and the date makes it even more daily wearable.

watchwatcher · 11 October 2017, 10:20 AM

Between those two, the Omega.

Now if the Pelagos was in the equation...different story.

run23 · 11 October 2017, 10:24 AM

Flip a coin, but before you see the results pay attention to that momentary flash when you wish it were one or the other. Then go with that one.

AK797 · 11 October 2017, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by sensui

Both great watches with rock solid movements incorporated on both sides. Definitely the Tudor wears larger IMO, the SMP is a more sleek with the way the lugs curve. If you like the SMP, I'd ask you consider my favorite varieties with the wave dials, that's where it's @ IMO. But the modern ones are very sleek with the gloss dial....definitely a "modern" look.

Good analysis of the two. Both are nice pieces, modern v retro is a good way to decide.

DonBateman · 11 October 2017, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by run23

Flip a coin, but before you see the results pay attention to that momentary flash when you wish it were one or the other. Then go with that one.

lol I love this. It works!

DonBateman · 11 October 2017, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Between those two, the Omega.

Now if the Pelagos was in the equation...different story.

I love the look of the Pelagos but I'm not a fan of titanium.

judson · 11 October 2017, 11:25 AM

I chose the 300 Diver in black, it wears very nicely. My "honeymoon" lasted 8 months of daily wear before it went into rotation.

Alpinoc · 11 October 2017, 11:37 AM

Had both, Omega SMPc black dial and Tudor BB ETA black dial. IMO the BB has more appeal, a better bezel action, nicer bracelet and an oversll better design. The SMPc is great too, but if I have to pick only one, would choose the BB. Just my 2 cents.

DonBateman · 11 October 2017, 12:11 PM

Thanks everyone!

Danny83 · 11 October 2017, 04:53 PM

Tudor

arguetaoscar · 11 October 2017, 05:38 PM

Both great, tough choice. Do you need a date?
BB does not have date SMP does, I have both and like them both.

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WatchObsess · 11 October 2017, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by run23

Flip a coin, but before you see the results pay attention to that momentary flash when you wish it were one or the other. Then go with that one.

HAHAHA

visus · 11 October 2017, 07:53 PM

Tudor BB - a great overall package

Spoonage · 11 October 2017, 08:28 PM

I have yet to step into the Omega realm, but I do have a BBN (ETA). I do wear it on a NATO and only had the bracelet on for a very short while. Comfortable to me, like the size, styling, and color. Easy to service when the time eventually comes. I think it's a great pick at the price point and even price points above it.

City74 · 11 October 2017, 08:38 PM

Isn’t buying a watch a “personal choice”? I never get someone buying what everyone else likes

1William · 11 October 2017, 08:48 PM

I prefer the BB. I am an Omega fan and like the Speed Master.

Nav01L · 11 October 2017, 09:21 PM

The B.B. case is to high to my eyes and I still can’t get myself to like the snowflake, especially since they seem to be exploiting that way too much recently. Find the Omega in blue to have more character, especially with a wave dial. Overall more elegant too. It’s also not a hype watch like the B.B., so seems like the more restrained, classier choice. A future classic rather than an object of - admittedly good - marketing.

Blackdog · 12 October 2017, 12:39 AM

Good arguments have been expressed in favour of one or the other.

I would like to drop one that I have not seen mentioned.

I have fallen out of love for Omega for the single reason that their technical service/support is (at least in Benelux) pretty bad.

I still own several Omegas, Speedy's and Seamasters (I'm more a hoarder than a flipper), and every time I had an issue and sent the watch in for service it either came back with the issue unresolved or with some new one.

I have had to send them back at least twice for almost every time I needed service. Several weeks of wait, and it is not cheap either, to add insult to injury.

On the other hand, Tudor relies on the Rolex technical support which is very, very good. And prices are more reasonable than for Rolexes.

That is why, in this case, I would go for the Tudor BB. Just my 2c.

11 October 2017, 03:15 AM	#1
DonBateman Banned Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: IL Watch: I like watch Posts: 753	Tudor Black Bay vs Omega Seamaster Diver I can't decide which to get! For reference I am considering both brand new, Heritage BB, black bezel with bracelet, with the in house OR SMP blue. Anyone have experience with both? What's a better pick? I like the vintage diver look of the BB but damn the SMP and the history with Bond makes it a classy.

11 October 2017, 03:23 AM	#2
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Which one do you like better? __________________ Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

11 October 2017, 04:16 AM	#5
aes7.5x55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Adam Location: Ohio Watch: ing the river flow Posts: 359	I have no experience with the Tudor, but I have the Seamaster and have been very happy with it. I wear it probably 75% of the time. __________________ Why is it always 10:10:31?

11 October 2017, 05:01 AM	#6
Emoney11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: New Jersey Posts: 143	I also was debating between the two and choose the SMPc Blue. I do not regret it although my BLNR probably takes up 75% of my wrist time. __________________ Rolex 116710blnr Rolex 126660 dblue Rolex 1665 Omega Planet Ocean 8900 43.5 Breitling Superocean 44

11 October 2017, 05:20 AM	#11
Eingram141 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: New Orleans Posts: 62	Smp I have the original bond 2531 Smp. I think the BB is an incredible watch but I just cant seem to bring myself to pull the trigger. Something seems more organic to Smp’s bond history than Tudor just “producing” a vintage watch, almost too perfect, you know? Also the smp wears nicely at 41mm, the BB (ive tried on) wears a bit larger. I know larger feels fun but the trend of 39mm+ watches is on its way out. I think about this when I buy a watch I want to keep, and not get tired of in a few years. Also Smp is very versital and the date makes it even more daily wearable.

11 October 2017, 05:10 AM	#7
Stevec14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: U.K. Watch: 321, Snoopy 3 Posts: 4,400	One is not better than the other. They are both great. Whichever one you like best is the one. For me, I prefer the omega proportions but have had the black bay and enjoyed it. It wears bigger than the omega though.

11 October 2017, 05:19 AM	#10
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,386	Both great watches with rock solid movements incorporated on both sides. Definitely the Tudor wears larger IMO, the SMP is a more sleek with the way the lugs curve. If you like the SMP, I'd ask you consider my favorite varieties with the wave dials, that's where it's @ IMO. But the modern ones are very sleek with the gloss dial....definitely a "modern" look.

11 October 2017, 10:20 AM	#12
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,604	Between those two, the Omega. Now if the Pelagos was in the equation...different story.

11 October 2017, 10:24 AM	#13
run23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Brooklyn Posts: 590	Flip a coin, but before you see the results pay attention to that momentary flash when you wish it were one or the other. Then go with that one.

11 October 2017, 11:25 AM	#17
judson "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Watch: changes depending Posts: 800	I chose the 300 Diver in black, it wears very nicely. My "honeymoon" lasted 8 months of daily wear before it went into rotation.

11 October 2017, 11:37 AM	#18
Alpinoc "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Real Name: Alvaro Location: Santiago, Chile Watch: Rolex Sub 116610LV Posts: 60	Had both, Omega SMPc black dial and Tudor BB ETA black dial. IMO the BB has more appeal, a better bezel action, nicer bracelet and an oversll better design. The SMPc is great too, but if I have to pick only one, would choose the BB. Just my 2 cents.

11 October 2017, 12:11 PM	#19
DonBateman Banned Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: IL Watch: I like watch Posts: 753	Thanks everyone!

11 October 2017, 04:53 PM	#20
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,194	Tudor

11 October 2017, 05:38 PM	#21
arguetaoscar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 2,335	Both great, tough choice. Do you need a date? BB does not have date SMP does, I have both and like them both. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

11 October 2017, 07:53 PM	#23
visus "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Sydney Posts: 44	Tudor BB - a great overall package

11 October 2017, 08:28 PM	#24
Spoonage 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: California Posts: 3,073	I have yet to step into the Omega realm, but I do have a BBN (ETA). I do wear it on a NATO and only had the bracelet on for a very short while. Comfortable to me, like the size, styling, and color. Easy to service when the time eventually comes. I think it's a great pick at the price point and even price points above it.

11 October 2017, 08:38 PM	#25
City74 Banned Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Bradley Location: Virginia Watch: Speedy Reduced Posts: 727	Isn’t buying a watch a “personal choice”? I never get someone buying what everyone else likes

11 October 2017, 08:48 PM	#26
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 45,511	I prefer the BB. I am an Omega fan and like the Speed Master.

11 October 2017, 09:21 PM	#27
Nav01L "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Fred Location: Zurich Posts: 2,697	The B.B. case is to high to my eyes and I still can’t get myself to like the snowflake, especially since they seem to be exploiting that way too much recently. Find the Omega in blue to have more character, especially with a wave dial. Overall more elegant too. It’s also not a hype watch like the B.B., so seems like the more restrained, classier choice. A future classic rather than an object of - admittedly good - marketing. __________________ Greetings from Switzerland Remember, the dignity you surrender at your AD‘s doorstep will never be recovered by wearing the watch he may get you.

12 October 2017, 12:39 AM	#28
Blackdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Netherlands Posts: 629	Good arguments have been expressed in favour of one or the other. I would like to drop one that I have not seen mentioned. I have fallen out of love for Omega for the single reason that their technical service/support is (at least in Benelux) pretty bad. I still own several Omegas, Speedy's and Seamasters (I'm more a hoarder than a flipper), and every time I had an issue and sent the watch in for service it either came back with the issue unresolved or with some new one. I have had to send them back at least twice for almost every time I needed service. Several weeks of wait, and it is not cheap either, to add insult to injury. On the other hand, Tudor relies on the Rolex technical support which is very, very good. And prices are more reasonable than for Rolexes. That is why, in this case, I would go for the Tudor BB. Just my 2c.

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