Tudor Royal Owner's Group (TROG)

[dannyboy123]

I'd be curious to know the definite lug length and also your respective wrist sizes. I have a 6.75" wrist and feel the 41mm may be a little large but 38mm too small. I have tried both a while back but remain torn and both are sold now so a nother side by side comparison is improbable.

Any gents on here own a 38mm?

Might be the lack of sports bezel and more dial that's causing my perception headaches.

I get on fine with my GMT II.

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by dannyboy123

I'd be curious to know the definite lug length and also your respective wrist sizes. I have a 6.75" wrist and feel the 41mm may be a little large but 38mm too small. I have tried both a while back but remain torn and both are sold now so a nother side by side comparison is improbable.

Any gents on here own a 38mm?

Might be the lack of sports bezel and more dial that's causing my perception headaches.

I get on fine with my GMT II.

I've a 6.5in wrist. As far as lug to lug dimension, I just measured 48mm. I like the way it fits my wrist.

[Kawirider]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

There we are, a TT and a polar bear. Terrific!!! Animal is a bit blurry; what is it?

It is indeed a Polar Bear lol


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[10klakes]

This model has future collectible written all over it. Small numbers produced, not super popular, quality built… it ticks a lot of boxes.

[dannyboy123]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

I've a 6.5in wrist. As far as lug to lug dimension, I just measured 48mm. I like the way it fits my wrist.

I'm thinking more 41mm.

Would you mind posting a few more pictures, I'd love to see the side profile too.

These are so cool, remind me of the epic oysterquartz.

The blue is quite close to the DJ41 Azzuro.

[HogwldFLTR]

[dannyboy123]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Many thanks for those. I'm definitely going to grab one. I'm stunned these aren't more popular. As soon as they were released I was keen. It's taken a while for them to trickle into new zealand and stock holdings are small.

[dannyboy123]

We needs to promote the TROG

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by dannyboy123

We needs to promote the TROG

IMHO, this is the best looking Tudor made.

[dannyboy123]

Trog

[dannyboy123]

Double TROG

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by dannyboy123

Double TROG

Stop screwing around and get yours on the wrist already!!!

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Originally Posted by dannyboy123

I've really become switched on to gold lately, started when I got my chnr. I rate that watch highly. It's cool.

I don’t care for this watch in steel, but that looks sharp. Are the bezel and bracelet solid 18k gold or gold plated?

I’m also a big fan of this Tudor Day-Date:

https://youtu.be/sUjgHAr7fy8

[dannyboy123]

I'm not sure. Plated and capped I think. The PRX has solid gold bezel.

[dannyboy123]

And I do you really know what capped means, like a thin veneer rather than plating I guess.

[dannyboy123]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Stop screwing around and get yours on the wrist already!!!

Not until I've totally outstayed my welcome by making multiple inane TROG posts with no pictures.

I've actually put it to one side to enjoy the unboxing once the kids go back to the ex for her week and it's a bit less chaotic. I also set a few goals to be achieved before wearing it. Mostly ticked off.

In a very instant world it's nice to introduce a degree of patience and anticipation into the equation. Have to say I'm itching to wear it. These are highly underrated watches in my opinion. Power reserve leaves a bit to be desired but the quality is very much Rolex.

[dannyboy123]

I spent ages pondering which option to grab, but went from 41mm blue to buying 38mm black. The 41mm felt slightly too big, i liked it, but found the 38mm a tad more balanced. These are so cool.

[kieselguhr]

From the last picture, the blue 41 looks great on you

[dannyboy123]

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

From the last picture, the blue 41 looks great on you

As you can see from the back-posts here I've been going around in a circle for bloody ages.

The close up wrist shots made the watch look/feel big. Close up wrist shots always do. I agree that the last picture does look ok.

I watched a bunch of YouTube reviews at the weekend where the wearers mostly referenced their wrist sizes and that helped push me towards the 38mm. That has a 45mm lug to lug which is the same as my 5 digit sub, yachtmaster and GMT. It's also closer to the 36mm Oysterquartz that I love but always found too small. Happy medium I guess.

Man I love the Oysterquartz, in a way this is the modern iteration of that I've been longing for, just with a different name on the dial.

I'd love it if they made a rose gold two tone version or rainbow etc etc. I've gone from a lifelong s/s man towards t/t and full pm with gems in the space of 3 years. old age I guess.

[HogwldFLTR]

I'm a bit confused. The only photos I see are of you with the 41mm on your wrist in blue and black. I take it you're still waiting to unbox it? I can't wait to see the real thing!!!

[dannyp]

Originally Posted by dannyboy123

As you can see from the back-posts here I've been going around in a circle for bloody ages.

The close up wrist shots made the watch look/feel big. Close up wrist shots always do. I agree that the last picture does look ok.

I watched a bunch of YouTube reviews at the weekend where the wearers mostly referenced their wrist sizes and that helped push me towards the 38mm. That has a 45mm lug to lug which is the same as my 5 digit sub, yachtmaster and GMT. It's also closer to the 36mm Oysterquartz that I love but always found too small. Happy medium I guess.

Man I love the Oysterquartz, in a way this is the modern iteration of that I've been longing for, just with a different name on the dial.

I'd love it if they made a rose gold two tone version or rainbow etc etc. I've gone from a lifelong s/s man towards t/t and full pm with gems in the space of 3 years. old age I guess.

Unfortunately, Tudor doesn't make your watch. Fortunately, Tissot does...

[point29]

Hopefully picking up a Black Bay 54 with a rubber strap when they start appearing at ADs

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by dannyboy123

As you can see from the back-posts here I've been going around in a circle for bloody ages.

The close up wrist shots made the watch look/feel big. Close up wrist shots always do. I agree that the last picture does look ok.

I watched a bunch of YouTube reviews at the weekend where the wearers mostly referenced their wrist sizes and that helped push me towards the 38mm. That has a 45mm lug to lug which is the same as my 5 digit sub, yachtmaster and GMT. It's also closer to the 36mm Oysterquartz that I love but always found too small. Happy medium I guess.

Man I love the Oysterquartz, in a way this is the modern iteration of that I've been longing for, just with a different name on the dial.

I'd love it if they made a rose gold two tone version or rainbow etc etc. I've gone from a lifelong s/s man towards t/t and full pm with gems in the space of 3 years. old age I guess.

Don't you like the TT models? I know it's not RG but I think it looks fantastic.

Originally Posted by dannyp

Unfortunately, Tudor doesn't make your watch. Fortunately, Tissot does...

Somehow, I just don't get the allure of the Tissots. Not for me. It took them a while to release the auto models. I do think the 80 hour reserve is pretty sweet however.

[dannyp]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Don't you like the TT models? I know it's not RG but I think it looks fantastic.





Somehow, I just don't get the allure of the Tissots. Not for me. It took them a while to release the auto models. I do think the 80 hour reserve is pretty sweet however.

While I personally like the angularity of the Tissot, and am a fan of a TT watch that still has an all-steel bracelet, the one you posted is definitely more what he was after. However, don't think that one had come out yet when he first started searching.

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by dannyp

While I personally like the angularity of the Tissot, and am a fan of a TT watch that still has an all-steel bracelet, the one you posted is definitely more what he was after. However, don't think that one had come out yet when he first started searching.

Yes, I guess you're right; it's a recent release. On the other hand, Swatch hasn't done much to help Tissot's standings. Getting close to a department store brand. Not much heritage left.

[Calborn]

I'm keen on the blue dial, but tried on both 38 and 41mm recently in TT

the bracelet is fun and is the big selling point for me. reminds me of the comfort of the jubilee but with a more modern, wider stance.

Due to its quirks yet legitimate DNA to the Oysterquartz, I wouldn't be surprised if this becomes a hit/classic when it inevitably gets discontinued