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ap1 · 21 March 2019, 06:37 AM

That brown one looks great on you

SpeakWithMichael · 21 March 2019, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by ArtNouveau

Don’t know where you’re seeing that. The case is solid aluminum bronze and the US site states that.

I misread. It states: “43mm bronze case with bronze-coloured PVD-treated steel case back and satin finish.” So it’s just the case back, not the whole case, which is PVD’d.

I’m on what I suppose is the Europe site as I’m in Spain.

ArtNouveau · 21 March 2019, 06:49 AM

I like everything about the Tudor Bronze...except for the type of bronze. I've had six bronze watches (still have three) and they are all made from "marine bronze" CUSN8, Tudor uses aluminum bronze. CUSN8 gets a wide and wild variety of patina which is the major reason for attraction to me and most other bronze afficionados. Aluminum bronze just gets darker with age. I wish Tudor had been braver.

SpeakWithMichael · 21 March 2019, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by ArtNouveau

I like everything about the Tudor Bronze...except for the type of bronze. I've had six bronze watches (still have three) and they are all made from "marine bronze" CUSN8, Tudor uses aluminum bronze. CUSN8 gets a wide and wild variety of patina which is the major reason for attraction to me and most other bronze afficionados. Aluminum bronze just gets darker with age. I wish Tudor had been braver.

Good info, that's the kind of stuff I love about this forum. Thank you.

JVM · 21 March 2019, 07:00 AM

That’s only the caseback.

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Originally Posted by SpeakWithMichael

Here’s another question I have: the Tudor site states this is a bronze-colored PVD coated steel. Will this stand the test of time? Should I be bothered that it’s not a solid bronze case? What else would be important to know about PVD coating? Many thanks.

SpeakWithMichael · 21 March 2019, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by JVM

That’s only the caseback.

Roger that. I caught that myself a few posts up. Thank you though.

r8t3d_M · 21 March 2019, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by ArtNouveau

I like everything about the Tudor Bronze...except for the type of bronze. I've had six bronze watches (still have three) and they are all made from "marine bronze" CUSN8, Tudor uses aluminum bronze. CUSN8 gets a wide and wild variety of patina which is the major reason for attraction to me and most other bronze afficionados. Aluminum bronze just gets darker with age. I wish Tudor had been braver.

You make a good point. I’m not sure what type of bronze Panerai uses but their models seem to patina beautifully. Unfortunately they’re not that easy to come by.

watchwatcher · 21 March 2019, 07:06 AM

Good looking watch.

sutats · 21 March 2019, 07:06 AM

The 79250BA is stunning. It's interesting if I'm reading and seeing correctly, the shaded dial is indeed scaled in darkness.

Chrono_lando · 21 March 2019, 07:52 AM

we need more photos in this thread so I took one at the AD today. I think I may snag one while I can. I like this dial better.

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startrolexendrolex · 21 March 2019, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Chrono_lando

Do you think the original will now go up in value? At the minimum it is officially an original classic.

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Yes it will, the brown reminds me of root beer for some reason.

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Hollie_Rollie · 21 March 2019, 12:42 PM

Best release for me as well

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Danny83 · 21 March 2019, 12:44 PM

Its very nice alot better then those other ones from today

Lord Hectic · 21 March 2019, 12:46 PM

Compared to the 'sub' that almost made me go blind, i recovered after seeing pictures of this watch.

Frank McKay · 21 March 2019, 01:34 PM

Absolutely LOVE this watch. Probably the best piece released for Basel 2019.
What’s the MSRP on this?
BD57EBB0-CE48-423E-AD72-6617984C5D9F.jpeg

Etschell · 21 March 2019, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Frank McKay

Absolutely LOVE this watch. Probably the best piece released for Basel 2019.
What’s the MSRP on this?
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4050 usd

Prestige_Swiss · 21 March 2019, 02:26 PM

love it

carlhaluss · 21 March 2019, 02:36 PM

This is the best looking bronze Tudor yet IMO.

jackcarls0n · 21 March 2019, 02:42 PM

Great watch. I wished they updated the bezel and didn't use aluminum on it. Can't use the watch in water coz of that.

kokota · 21 March 2019, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SpeakWithMichael

Here’s another question I have: the Tudor site states this is a bronze-colored PVD coated steel. Will this stand the test of time? Should I be bothered that it’s not a solid bronze case? What else would be important to know about PVD coating? Many thanks.

Pretty sure they're referring to the case back being PVD as the bronze may discolor your wrist.

wolffram · 21 March 2019, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by jackcarls0n

Great watch. I wished they updated the bezel and didn't use aluminum on it. Can't use the watch in water coz of that.

Jostack · 21 March 2019, 06:26 PM

I’ve found the AL bezel to be very durable. Mine has taken some pretty good whacks, and there isn’t a mark on it. Is there really a concern with using it in water? I would expect with good anodizing, corrosion from water wouldn’t be a concern.

Rogdogg · 21 March 2019, 06:33 PM

I love the look of it but at 43mm I'd have to try it on first to see what I thought of it.
I would definitely consider getting one if I think I could wear the size

Dana1 · 21 March 2019, 06:33 PM

This is really lovely. I sold mine out last year and have been waiting patiently for a new release. Would give this a thought. Congrats

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cchapman022 · 21 March 2019, 06:39 PM

Think this is a stunner. But have to agree with a lot of others that it is just too big for me to buy it.

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Jostack · 21 March 2019, 06:50 PM

More pics. These are after about 4 months of pretty regular wear.

r8t3d_M · 21 March 2019, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Jostack

I’ve found the AL bezel to be very durable. Mine has taken some pretty good whacks, and there isn’t a mark on it. Is there really a concern with using it in water? I would expect with good anodizing, corrosion from water wouldn’t be a concern.

I've had the original version for about two years now and have taken it everywhere with me. Salt water, fresh water, pool water and it's been fine to this point.

Psmith · 21 March 2019, 11:07 PM

Looks great

BisonHead · 21 March 2019, 11:19 PM

Lovely looking watch. Does the bronze darken/oxidize with time?

Noticed on Jostacks pics there seems to be Verdigris around the crown and lugs.

r8t3d_M · 21 March 2019, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Chrono_lando

we need more photos in this thread so I took one at the AD today. I think I may snag one while I can. I like this dial better.

Here's a few more I found on my phone..

21 March 2019, 07:06 AM	#39
sutats "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: London Posts: 1,223	The 79250BA is stunning. It's interesting if I'm reading and seeing correctly, the shaded dial is indeed scaled in darkness. __________________ There's no such thing as a Submariner No Date, it's simply Submariner. You don't call a Porsche 911 Turbo, a Porsche 911 Turbo No S. www.instagram.com/sutatshorology Post Your Rolex/Tudor Watch Weight (PYRTWW)

21 March 2019, 02:26 PM	#47
Prestige_Swiss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: John Location: Texas Watch: 126610LN Posts: 1,273	love it __________________ ________________ Present: 126610LN “You can have everything in life you want, if you’ll just help enough other people get what they want.” -Ziglar

21 March 2019, 02:36 PM	#48
carlhaluss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Carl Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: Rolex Explorer 1 Posts: 1,780	This is the best looking bronze Tudor yet IMO. __________________ Those who possess a sense of entitlement are seldom satisfied.

21 March 2019, 02:42 PM	#49
jackcarls0n "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: FL350 Watch: D'tona,BLNR,Bronze Posts: 644	Great watch. I wished they updated the bezel and didn't use aluminum on it. Can't use the watch in water coz of that. __________________ YouTube- Jumbo Jet Driver Insta @thejumbojetdriver

21 March 2019, 06:33 PM	#53
Rogdogg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bangkok Posts: 6,117	I love the look of it but at 43mm I'd have to try it on first to see what I thought of it. I would definitely consider getting one if I think I could wear the size __________________ Nil Satis Nisi Optimum

21 March 2019, 06:37 AM	#31
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,099	That brown one looks great on you

21 March 2019, 06:49 AM	#33
ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 4,994	I like everything about the Tudor Bronze...except for the type of bronze. I've had six bronze watches (still have three) and they are all made from "marine bronze" CUSN8, Tudor uses aluminum bronze. CUSN8 gets a wide and wild variety of patina which is the major reason for attraction to me and most other bronze afficionados. Aluminum bronze just gets darker with age. I wish Tudor had been braver.

21 March 2019, 07:06 AM	#38
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,515	Good looking watch.

21 March 2019, 07:52 AM	#40
Chrono_lando "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Atlanta Posts: 138	we need more photos in this thread so I took one at the AD today. I think I may snag one while I can. I like this dial better. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 March 2019, 12:42 PM	#42
Hollie_Rollie 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: U.S.A. Watch: SD43 Posts: 3,142	Best release for me as well Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 March 2019, 12:44 PM	#43
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,177	Its very nice alot better then those other ones from today

21 March 2019, 12:46 PM	#44
Lord Hectic Banned Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Hoth Watch: Pepsi Posts: 194	Compared to the 'sub' that almost made me go blind, i recovered after seeing pictures of this watch.

21 March 2019, 01:34 PM	#45
Frank McKay "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,650	Absolutely LOVE this watch. Probably the best piece released for Basel 2019. What’s the MSRP on this? BD57EBB0-CE48-423E-AD72-6617984C5D9F.jpeg

21 March 2019, 06:26 PM	#52
Jostack "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Ohio Posts: 354	I’ve found the AL bezel to be very durable. Mine has taken some pretty good whacks, and there isn’t a mark on it. Is there really a concern with using it in water? I would expect with good anodizing, corrosion from water wouldn’t be a concern.

21 March 2019, 06:33 PM	#54
Dana1 Banned Join Date: May 2013 Location: USA Posts: 229	This is really lovely. I sold mine out last year and have been waiting patiently for a new release. Would give this a thought. Congrats Sent from my M5 mini using Tapatalk

21 March 2019, 06:39 PM	#55
cchapman022 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: N. Ireland Posts: 11	Think this is a stunner. But have to agree with a lot of others that it is just too big for me to buy it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 March 2019, 06:50 PM	#56
Jostack "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Ohio Posts: 354	More pics. These are after about 4 months of pretty regular wear.

21 March 2019, 11:07 PM	#58
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Looks great __________________

21 March 2019, 11:19 PM	#59
BisonHead "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: UK Watch: Sub,SD,DJ,OP Posts: 1,950	Lovely looking watch. Does the bronze darken/oxidize with time? Noticed on Jostacks pics there seems to be Verdigris around the crown and lugs.

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