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Swiss Mad! · 15 June 2018, 08:59 AM

Nice accident! Lol congrats

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Originally Posted by Gary G

It happens

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uniqueMR · 15 June 2018, 10:40 AM

Blnr

Baco Noir · 15 June 2018, 10:49 AM

Finslayer83 · 15 June 2018, 11:31 AM

16710

russ86 · 15 June 2018, 11:51 AM

BLNR, I’m thinking of thinking my deposit for the Tudor GMT back, and getting something Rolex

rockdrock · 15 June 2018, 02:33 PM

BLNR!

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cofc07 · 19 June 2018, 10:15 AM

After a few weeks of mulling it over, I've decided to go with the BLNR. Thanks for all of the pics and opinions.

Baco Noir · 19 June 2018, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by cofc07

After a few weeks of mulling it over, I've decided to go with the BLNR. Thanks for all of the pics and opinions.

Excellent choice!

nikesupremedunk · 19 June 2018, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by samson66

Are you seriously comparing a $4,000 watch to a Civic???

They are both luxury watches, one is high end, one is mid, but neither is a Honda Civic

Lol, it's the first car that came up in my mind. Plus, you'd be surprised, civics are pretty luxurious nowadays.

OP, good choice going with the BLNR. You won't be sorry!

Amazing · 10 July 2018, 12:42 AM

Thanks for adding the pictures to this thread. I had a chance to pick up a BLNR at the weekend and it blew my mind. I liked the aesthetic before, but after seeing one in the flesh I see what all the fuss is about. I was hoping to pick up a Tudor GMT until my BLNR spot comes up but I doubt I'll love it as much.

Amazing · 10 July 2018, 12:49 AM

And because everyone loves pictures...

wulin · 10 July 2018, 01:17 AM

BLNR and it's not even close.

mdtddd2007 · 10 July 2018, 01:18 AM

BLNR! You get what you pay for!

Stalex · 10 July 2018, 01:47 AM

Both are perfect but if you cant then the BLNR is my pick over the Tudor.

jeffgo888 · 10 July 2018, 02:25 AM

Bruce Wayne...ALL the way!!!

Marzz · 10 July 2018, 02:26 AM

Batman all the way!

JPMickB83 · 10 July 2018, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by cofc07

After a few weeks of mulling it over, I've decided to go with the BLNR. Thanks for all of the pics and opinions.

You made the right choice (IMHO). They’re both incredible watches and attractive in their own right, but the smaller size of the BLNR, the easy-link clasp, the unique black/blue ceramic bezel, and Rolex prowess can’t be beat. And if they update the movement next year you can easily trade-up.

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007_Omega · 10 July 2018, 05:00 AM

You made the right choice. The Tudor is an excellent value proposition but if you have the means to choose between a Rolex GMT and the Tudor then the Rolex is the better watch. The increased power reserve is nice but it doesn't make up for the other things the Rolex has going for it.

Enjoy that beauty. It looks great on you.

Dj_masse · 10 July 2018, 05:21 AM

Why not both??

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PrinceV · 21 August 2018, 09:18 AM

A BLNR and 58 might be the best two watch collection or you can go Tudor GMT and a Rolex Sub.

johnjm · 25 August 2018, 03:50 PM

BLNR and 58

Vivalas · 25 August 2018, 08:13 PM

BLNR all the way. Worry about the new movement if it happens - who knows it may be hard to get for some time if it happens.

eco8gator · 25 August 2018, 10:30 PM

Rolex sports over any Tudor...next question...

Snow-Dweller · 25 August 2018, 11:27 PM

I’ve just read this entire thread out of curiosity.

I am a Rolex man through and through. I’m also a GMT man. Amongst other pieces, I have had a WG BLRO for a couple of years now.

My only serious detour was a few years ago when I bought two APs (15400 and SS Diver) . They’re beautiful watches, but I soon came home to Rolex.

Three weeks ago I bought my first Tudor....the BB GMT. I absolutely love it. None of my other watches have had a look in.

People here often write “it’s subjective”.....“buy the watch you like”....”get the one that sings to you most”.

I believe that this Tudor is the watch that is making me rethink what I want to be wearing. I am appreciating it purely for the watch that it is, and not for its label. To me, it is taking the the (correct) attitude of “you wear a watch for yourself....not for what others may perceive” towards its natural conclusion.

I no longer feel the “need” to be wearing a Rolex. We’ll see (and I’ll report back honestly) if this changes in any way....

Locust · 25 August 2018, 11:35 PM

This Tudor makes me feel the same way. Was set on the Rolex blro. But I literally could not walk out of the store without this watch once I saw it. It’s an amazing timepiece and Tudor should win every design award for the BBgmt.

The explorer ii 216570 makes me feel the same way. Appreciate a watch for what it is. Leave all the hype st the door.

josephvman · 25 August 2018, 11:42 PM

I was able to get a BLNR very early on, and wore it sporadically for three years. I just never fell in love with the boxy case and the bracelet to lug transition looks awkward to me. The constant fanboy posts around here actually started to turn me off to the piece as well, so it became the only Rolex I’ve sold in 30+ years of wearing them. I replaced it with a white Daytona C, so it wasn’t hard to get over not having it.

I love my Tudor GMT however. I just can’t see a BLNR on the wrist of Paul Newman or Steve McQueen, but the Tudor absolutely, all day long!

I think the BLNR will age horribly too. The bezels will look new while the rest of the watch won’t. Maybe that’s the reason for the boxy lugs, so you can polish them to death! They’ll never have the charm of an aged piece with a faded ghost bezel.

UnicoJG · 26 August 2018, 12:59 AM

Between those two GMT watches I’d pick the BLNR. It will come down to which one you desire the most and fits your lifestyle better.

baw331 · 26 August 2018, 04:05 AM

Great combo JohnJM! How do they compare in how they wear and their feel?

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shedlock2000 · 26 August 2018, 04:31 AM

I’m on the side of Tudor, here. But that’s because I just don’t get the BLNR love. Not my kinda thing. Now, Tudor Pepsi vs Rolex Pepsi SS, that’s another matter — not that you’d be able to get one, obviously.

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MesaSean · 26 August 2018, 04:37 AM

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15 June 2018, 10:40 AM	#122
uniqueMR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA Watch: P A T E K Posts: 4,694	Blnr __________________ A. Lange & Sohne \| Audemars Piguet \| F.P.Journe \| Omega \| Patek Philippe \| Rolex \| Tudor \| ...and Othersss

15 June 2018, 10:49 AM	#123
Baco Noir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: Colorado Watch: this ya'll Posts: 4,814	__________________ Current Collection: Rolex 116710BLNR & 216570 polar Explorer II; Omega Apollo 8 Speedmaster; Tudor BB Bronze Bucherer Blue Edition; Heuer Heritage Autavia; Nomos Club Sport Neomatik 42; Breitling Aerospace, Avenger Blackbird, & Superocean 44; Seiko Black Monster; Mickey Mouse Timex Electric; and dare I say it...an Apple Watch too

10 July 2018, 02:25 AM	#135
jeffgo888 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Jeff Location: CA Watch: me disappear into Posts: 1,767	Bruce Wayne...ALL the way!!! __________________ * Be inner, be peaceful *

10 July 2018, 05:21 AM	#139
Dj_masse "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Parts Unknown Watch: ALS Lange 1 Daymat Posts: 308	Why not both?? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex 116519 (WG OF) AP 15450 (Blue) Rolex 14270 Rolex 16570 (Polar)

25 August 2018, 03:50 PM	#141
johnjm "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: South Africa Posts: 1,152	BLNR and 58 __________________ 114300;116710;116500;114060;126710;5500;6084

15 June 2018, 11:31 AM	#124
Finslayer83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Tennessee Watch: DW-5600 Posts: 1,584	16710

15 June 2018, 11:51 AM	#125
russ86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Ross C. Location: Miami, FL. Posts: 947	BLNR, I’m thinking of thinking my deposit for the Tudor GMT back, and getting something Rolex

15 June 2018, 02:33 PM	#126
rockdrock "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,120	BLNR! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

19 June 2018, 10:15 AM	#127
cofc07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 18	After a few weeks of mulling it over, I've decided to go with the BLNR. Thanks for all of the pics and opinions.

10 July 2018, 12:42 AM	#130
Amazing "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Herts UK Posts: 235	Thanks for adding the pictures to this thread. I had a chance to pick up a BLNR at the weekend and it blew my mind. I liked the aesthetic before, but after seeing one in the flesh I see what all the fuss is about. I was hoping to pick up a Tudor GMT until my BLNR spot comes up but I doubt I'll love it as much.

10 July 2018, 12:49 AM	#131
Amazing "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Herts UK Posts: 235	And because everyone loves pictures...

10 July 2018, 01:17 AM	#132
wulin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: California Watch: PP,AP,Rolex,IWC Posts: 578	BLNR and it's not even close.

10 July 2018, 01:18 AM	#133
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,657	BLNR! You get what you pay for!

10 July 2018, 01:47 AM	#134
Stalex Banned Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA, Netherland Watch: Rolex 116710 Posts: 104	Both are perfect but if you cant then the BLNR is my pick over the Tudor.

10 July 2018, 02:26 AM	#136
Marzz "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Canada Posts: 36	Batman all the way!

10 July 2018, 05:00 AM	#138
007_Omega "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Galaxy Watch: Explorer Posts: 897	You made the right choice. The Tudor is an excellent value proposition but if you have the means to choose between a Rolex GMT and the Tudor then the Rolex is the better watch. The increased power reserve is nice but it doesn't make up for the other things the Rolex has going for it. Enjoy that beauty. It looks great on you.

21 August 2018, 09:18 AM	#140
PrinceV "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 12	A BLNR and 58 might be the best two watch collection or you can go Tudor GMT and a Rolex Sub.

25 August 2018, 08:13 PM	#142
Vivalas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Stephen Location: UK Watch: AP Posts: 2,532	BLNR all the way. Worry about the new movement if it happens - who knows it may be hard to get for some time if it happens.

25 August 2018, 10:30 PM	#143
eco8gator "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Florida Watch: 5060/a Posts: 1,119	Rolex sports over any Tudor...next question...

25 August 2018, 11:27 PM	#144
Snow-Dweller 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Clive Location: The Alps Watch: collections change Posts: 6,275	I’ve just read this entire thread out of curiosity. I am a Rolex man through and through. I’m also a GMT man. Amongst other pieces, I have had a WG BLRO for a couple of years now. My only serious detour was a few years ago when I bought two APs (15400 and SS Diver) . They’re beautiful watches, but I soon came home to Rolex. Three weeks ago I bought my first Tudor....the BB GMT. I absolutely love it. None of my other watches have had a look in. People here often write “it’s subjective”.....“buy the watch you like”....”get the one that sings to you most”. I believe that this Tudor is the watch that is making me rethink what I want to be wearing. I am appreciating it purely for the watch that it is, and not for its label. To me, it is taking the the (correct) attitude of “you wear a watch for yourself....not for what others may perceive” towards its natural conclusion. I no longer feel the “need” to be wearing a Rolex. We’ll see (and I’ll report back honestly) if this changes in any way.... __________________ . The path from WIShood to WISdom can have many turnings... ——————————————————————————————————— . 16803. 16570. 18038. 114300. BB58. GMW-B5000D.

25 August 2018, 11:35 PM	#145
Locust "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: Usa Watch: All Posts: 1,411	This Tudor makes me feel the same way. Was set on the Rolex blro. But I literally could not walk out of the store without this watch once I saw it. It’s an amazing timepiece and Tudor should win every design award for the BBgmt. The explorer ii 216570 makes me feel the same way. Appreciate a watch for what it is. Leave all the hype st the door.

25 August 2018, 11:42 PM	#146
josephvman Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Houston, TX USA Posts: 808	I was able to get a BLNR very early on, and wore it sporadically for three years. I just never fell in love with the boxy case and the bracelet to lug transition looks awkward to me. The constant fanboy posts around here actually started to turn me off to the piece as well, so it became the only Rolex I’ve sold in 30+ years of wearing them. I replaced it with a white Daytona C, so it wasn’t hard to get over not having it. I love my Tudor GMT however. I just can’t see a BLNR on the wrist of Paul Newman or Steve McQueen, but the Tudor absolutely, all day long! I think the BLNR will age horribly too. The bezels will look new while the rest of the watch won’t. Maybe that’s the reason for the boxy lugs, so you can polish them to death! They’ll never have the charm of an aged piece with a faded ghost bezel.

26 August 2018, 12:59 AM	#147
UnicoJG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: U.S.A. Watch: Always! Posts: 557	Between those two GMT watches I’d pick the BLNR. It will come down to which one you desire the most and fits your lifestyle better.

26 August 2018, 04:05 AM	#148
baw331 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: va usa Posts: 11	Great combo JohnJM! How do they compare in how they wear and their feel? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 August 2018, 04:31 AM	#149
shedlock2000 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: Canada Watch: 16753; Bellini Dia Posts: 1,770	Rolex GMT BLNR or Tudor Pepsi GMT I’m on the side of Tudor, here. But that’s because I just don’t get the BLNR love. Not my kinda thing. Now, Tudor Pepsi vs Rolex Pepsi SS, that’s another matter — not that you’d be able to get one, obviously. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it. SS Submariner no date 1992 (sold); SS GMT II 2007 (sold); SS GMT II C 2008 ('M' series) (sold); SS Sub C 2011 (sold); BB GMT 1971 (sold); Omega 50th GMT

26 August 2018, 04:37 AM	#150
MesaSean "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: NYC Watch: 126711CHNR Posts: 572	B l n r :p __________________ 2019 GMT Master II 126711CHNR Root Beer 2017 Submariner Hulk 116610LV 2017 GMT Master II 116710BLNR Batman https://www.instagram.com/mesa_sean/

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