I don’t hate it!

[Avs Fan]

Very nice! Congratulations!

[Chester01]

Originally Posted by HVACPRO

I picked up a Tudor Black Bay Chronograph yesterday. I’ve been calling it the “poor mans Daytona” just because I’ll be dead before I get the call for a steel Daytona. I’m really digging the chrono/dive watch mix vibe this watch gives off.

I owned a two Daytona and tried this watch on several times. Because it has a date, it’s actually more functional and the subdials more
Legible unless obscured by the hands, which happens slightly more with the tudor. I actually can’t think of a better watch for the money than the black bay chrono (yes the speedy is close and fantastic but the tudor movement is better, has a date, and is water proof) There are those that will scoff because it combines elements of a diver and chrono/race watch. I mean lol, Rolex uses the same design for the sub/gmt/yacht master, sea dweller, and Deep sea and no one bats an eye.

[samson66]

Great looking watch at a great price and obtainable. There's a lot "not to hate" about it. Congrats

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[HVACPRO]

Originally Posted by Ollie1982

Congratulations on the purchase of a fine watch. I am wearing this model right now and is my daily wearer. I really unlocked its potential by putting in on a black rubber strap which is made spectifically for the black bay range and fills the void between the lugs that a normal strap doesn't. It works a charm and is a handsome timepiece.

Poor mans Daytona? More like a sensible mans Daytona if you ask me, Can't understand anyone paying grey market prices for a SS Daytona when you can buy this watch new for under £4k.

Great minds think alike! I just ordered the OEM deployment clasp from my AD to use with a rubber strap.

I can't even begin to understand the secondary market right now. I suppose now more than ever (thanks covid), lots of people are embracing that life is short and precious. Enjoy it!

[HVACPRO]

Originally Posted by Chester01

I owned a two Daytona and tried this watch on several times. Because it has a date, it’s actually more functional and the subdials more
Legible unless obscured by the hands, which happens slightly more with the tudor. I actually can’t think of a better watch for the money than the black bay chrono (yes the speedy is close and fantastic but the tudor movement is better, has a date, and is water proof) There are those that will scoff because it combines elements of a diver and chrono/race watch. I mean lol, Rolex uses the same design for the sub/gmt/yacht master, sea dweller, and Deep sea and no one bats an eye.

Exactly! The combination of dive/chrono is what made me interested in it.

[Ollie1982]

Originally Posted by HVACPRO

Great minds think alike! I just ordered the OEM deployment clasp from my AD to use with a rubber strap.

I can't even begin to understand the secondary market right now. I suppose now more than ever (thanks covid), lots of people are embracing that life is short and precious. Enjoy it!

Thats a solid move! The only way I can think of improving my current set up on this watch would be to use the proper Tudor clasp with it. Please do update us when fitted, I'd love to see how it looks!

[Brian Page]

I loved this watch when I had one, ended up trading it as it seemed a little on the thick side. Ended up wearing my Speedmaster more. Enjoy!

[HVACPRO]

Originally Posted by Ollie1982

Thats a solid move! The only way I can think of improving my current set up on this watch would be to use the proper Tudor clasp with it. Please do update us when fitted, I'd love to see how it looks!

I will!

[ROLEXster]

It's a beautiful watch.
Enjoy.
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[Nikrnic]

Congrats! Thats a great piece, good looker with a movement to match. I went to try one on not long after it's introduction and was sidetracked by the Ranger of all things. Still considering my first Chrono, love the substantial feel, this one's always been in the running. The Moonwatch though iconic and a safe bet just never really did it for me, same with the Heritage. Enjoy that Beauty!!..

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[absin2]

Originally Posted by HVACPRO

I picked up a Tudor Black Bay Chronograph yesterday. I’ve been calling it the “poor mans Daytona” just because I’ll be dead before I get the call for a steel Daytona. I’m really digging the chrono/dive watch mix vibe this watch gives off.

Congrats! it really looks good.