Question on Tudor Watches

[GADGET-MAN]

Got a question for members. Is the Tudor brand good quality now days? I really have not keep up lately. My S-I-L is asking me because I own Rolex watches. I naturally came to forum that can answer that question. He is looking at the Tudor Black Bay Chrono with a white dial. Additionally, any info about that particular model would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you

M

[bluestreak]

I haven’t even been able to see that watch in person. It’s hard to come by. But I’ve heard it’s fantastic.

https://www.watchfinder.com/articles...-vs-tudor-blac

As for Tudor in general. I have two. They are well built, feel solid on the wrist. They are both COSC certified and keep time as well as my Rolexes. And I really like their designs. In a lot of ways evocative of older Rolex.

I think they are a great option if you want a “nice” watch and don’t want to pay Rolex prices or go on waitlists. Although that Chrono does have a waitlist.


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[Giovannibravo]

I can't speak for the BB Chrono specifically but I own a BB. I love it just as much as my Rolex. Great movement, and build quality.

[TimeAZ]

Tudor is great

[watchmavan]

Their MT calibres are stated to be 25% greater accuracy than COSC by Tudor. Puts them at +4/-2. Same as a METAS Seamaster 300 Divers.

[Tim Plains]

Doesn't the Tudor chrono have a Breitling movement?

[watchmavan]

Originally Posted by Tim Plains

Doesn't the Tudor chrono have a Breitling movement?

Yes. But it is still classified as an MT calibre.

[Twisted Vicar]

I have four (Heritage chrono, P01, Pelagos & Ceramic). They span over eight year and the eldest (THC) can still hold it's own against the newest.

I don't think there's any better out there at the price point

[Watcheroo]

Love my Tudors!


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[CarlOver]

Tudor makes some very nice watches. Now, they are a bit thicker than Rolex and it’s noticeable but it would be a great first watch for him. You might like it too unless you have a Daytona.

[TunaTuna]

Of course they are good quality, the brand will last you a very long time. Inexpensive and good looking too, and not the end of the world if you scratch it. Good watches

[minute_man]

Tudor produces excellent quality and robust time pieces. As others have pointed out, the MT in-house movements are just as accurate as any Rolex movement. These movements are produced by a company named kenissi, which was brought together by Tudor with this very purpose. Kenissi now also supplies movements to several other Swiss watch manufacturers. The MT5813 is not a Breitling movement but rather produced in collaboration with Breitling.
I haven't had the chance to see the white dial chrono in person but I have tried on the black one on bracelet. It is every bit as solid as any other Tudor BB reference. It is not a small watch and the pushers could optically render it bigger to the eye but it is not any thicker or wider than the standard BB 41mm case.
Tudor makes a great watch and an excellent value for money in my opinion.

[Greenwood_]

As others have mentioned; well made, accurate, 5yr warranty, good looking (at least in my eyes), however definitely “chunkier” than most Rolex.

[Stevec14]

Originally Posted by Greenwood_

As others have mentioned; well made, accurate, 5yr warranty, good looking (at least in my eyes), however definitely “chunkier” than most Rolex.

What rubber strap is that please? Looks great

[watchmavan]

Originally Posted by Stevec14

What rubber strap is that please? Looks great

Looks like a Zealand

[Brandband]

Originally Posted by Twisted Vicar

I have four (Heritage chrono, P01, Pelagos & Ceramic). They span over eight year and the eldest (THC) can still hold it's own against the newest.

I don't think there's any better out there at the price point

I don't own a Tudor but these looks

[GADGET-MAN]

Thank you for the replies. I owned a Panda Big Block many years ago. I liked the looks. It was a THICK watch. Back then the links were hollow and if I remember it did not have solid end links. I also liked the looks of the Prince Date but was not sure I liked the red "Tiger" on dial.

I will pass the info along.

M

[Ian Macdermott]

Originally Posted by TunaTuna

Of course they are good quality, the brand will last you a very long time. Inexpensive and good looking too, and not the end of the world if you scratch it. Good watches

I think inexpensive is pushing the term a bit.


However they are good quality watches one of mine is 39 years old and is still ticking away nicely.

[GADGET-MAN]

Originally Posted by Stevec14

What rubber strap is that please? Looks great

Originally Posted by watchmavan

Looks like a Zealand

It looks like a Rubber-B. I have one on my 1680.

M

BTW - Thanks a lot Greenwood. Now I am going to get into another line for a Black Bay Chrono with White Dial and a strap....

[ancientmariner]

Originally Posted by GADGET-MAN

Thank you for the replies. I owned a Panda Big Block many years ago. I liked the looks. It was a THICK watch. Back then the links were hollow and if I remember it did not have solid end links. I also liked the looks of the Prince Date but was not sure I liked the red "Tiger" on dial.

I will pass the info along.

M

Like the Panda big block too. Quite a rare watch in this colour combo.

[watchmavan]

Originally Posted by GADGET-MAN

It looks like a Rubber-B. I have one on my 1680.

M

BTW - Thanks a lot Greenwood. Now I am going to get into another line for a Black Bay Chrono with White Dial and a strap....

I've got a Zealand. Looks the same.

[Goose 104]

I really rate Tudor watches and although they are clearly not Rolex they are probably the best quality/value for money/heritage you can buy for the money. Here are some of mine:


The older Prince was from a previous generation of Tudor but absolutely special.

[Agamemnon]

Tudor makes great watches at a good price.
The only flaw: the thickness.

[Goose 104]

Originally Posted by Agamemnon

Tudor makes great watches at a good price.
The only flaw: the thickness.

Generally yes it seems so - certainly the case on the Pro, Chrono, Advisor but not on the 58, Prince, 1926, FXD

[1William]

Tudor makes great watches and I enjoy them very much. If Tudor had been on the scene 30 years ago when I got involved with Rolex at the same level they are now I might not have been as big a Rolex fan.

[Dan Pierce]

The Tudor brand brings everything I prefer to the table. The vintage design queues, modern construction, contemporary proportions, & enhanced specifications [WR rating, power reserve] all contribute to create some amazing references.

My Tudor collection started with all vintage. There was a time if you wanted a blue Sub or DD [including jumbo size] in stainless steel, or a chrono w/ a date, Tudor provided those when Rolex didn't, and in some cases still doesn't.

However, by 2010, with the release of the Tudor Heritage Chrono, the brand started to reemerge [especially after the return of sales in the US] with new life & vigor. Since then my Tudor collection has moved decidedly modern. The best part for me is I prefer each of these over their Rolex alternative. No settling. Just lots of satisfaction.
dP

[Chris B]

I'm a long-term Tudor fan & I've recently added these beauties, I am not disappointed

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by TimeAZ

Tudor is great

[Oyster Sauce]

Tudor is definitely good quality these days; not just good value for the price, but just straight up good quality. As far as I can tell, Tudor has always been good quality…enjoy the brand quite a bit

[LaxActium]

Love my Pelagos and BB58!


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