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Old 4 March 2019, 04:53 PM   #1
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Don’t be dissuaded from picking up a Modern Classic because of an Illusion(Tudor)

I own a few Subs.

The Black Bay was a scary proposition. Too tall I was told. Eventually I got my hands on this one. And I measured and compared to one of my subs and the difference was negligible. The “tall” factor is a pure illusion on the Rose black bays. Now having said that the in house movement is a noticeable difference in height as to how it sits on the wrist. But please don’t miss out on this modern classic because of others experiences that missed out on the comparison to a Sub.

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Old 4 March 2019, 05:10 PM   #2
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I'm with you, I have own rolexes and Tudors, subs and black bay black eta and blue eta. I love them equally.

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Old 4 March 2019, 05:17 PM   #3
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its a big chunk of a watch. I don t own a sub, but i feel like it dwarfs my GMT's. I like it that way, and sometimes i want to wear a chunkier watch. Its kind of why i got it.

The BB's are all absolutely outstanding watches.
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Old 4 March 2019, 05:32 PM   #4
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OP what are the dimensions versus a subC? certainly my impression visually was that BB was a bit taller. also do we include the case back protrusion in that calc?
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Old 4 March 2019, 05:49 PM   #5
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OP what are the dimensions versus a subC? certainly my impression visually was that BB was a bit taller. also do we include the case back protrusion in that calc?
Measuring with calipers from caseback to crystal a Subc is 12.5mm and the Tudor Black Bay ETA is 12.6 almost 12.7mm. Almost zero perceptible difference.
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Old 4 March 2019, 06:07 PM   #6
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The title was a little too cryptic even for me nonetheless the Heritage Tudor Black Bay is a very well made watch and the most noticeable difference between it and the Submariner becomes apparent when you start handling and eventually wear it. The weight of the 79230 is some 15% heavier than the 114060.
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Old 4 March 2019, 06:09 PM   #7
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Tudor is an excellent watch too.
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Old 5 March 2019, 12:57 AM   #8
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It sits very well and comfortably on my wrist, as does the Pelagos. And if you know me, I am super picky about how watches fit and feel on the wrist.

Two great divers, IMO.
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Old 5 March 2019, 01:12 AM   #9
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Tudors are certainly bigger on the wrist but not less comfortable imo.
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I own a few Subs.

The Black Bay was a scary proposition. Too tall I was told. Eventually I got my hands on this one. And I measured and compared to one of my subs and the difference was negligible. The “tall” factor is a pure illusion on the Rose black bays. Now having said that the in house movement is a noticeable difference in height as to how it sits on the wrist. But please don’t miss out on this modern classic because of others experiences that missed out on the comparison to a Sub.
I have to disagree with you there. I own both an ETA Black Bay and an in-house Black Bay (GMT) and although the in-house is approximately 2mm thicker than the ETA, the entirety of that height difference is in the protruding case back. When worn on the wrist, that 2mm sinks nicely into the skin just like on Rolex watches. So in terms of how it wears, it is exactly the same in appearance to the ETA models. At least this has been my experience.
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Old 5 March 2019, 03:11 AM   #11
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The title was a little too cryptic even for me nonetheless the Heritage Tudor Black Bay is a very well made watch and the most noticeable difference between it and the Submariner becomes apparent when you start handling and eventually wear it. The weight of the 79230 is some 15% heavier than the 114060.
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Old 5 March 2019, 03:12 AM   #12
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Tudors are certainly bigger on the wrist but not less comfortable imo.
Definitely not less comfortable but my point is that the rose dial Tudors are nearly identical in case height to a Sub.
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Old 5 March 2019, 03:16 AM   #13
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I have to disagree with you there. I own both an ETA Black Bay and an in-house Black Bay (GMT) and although the in-house is approximately 2mm thicker than the ETA, the entirety of that height difference is in the protruding case back. When worn on the wrist, that 2mm sinks nicely into the skin just like on Rolex watches. So in terms of how it wears, it is exactly the same in appearance to the ETA models. At least this has been my experience.
Having owned several in house myself as well as ETA. They both are comfortable and not prohibitively too tall. The in house is about 2mm taller and does wear that way as it’s almost a bubble back type feel. That said my 7 inch wrist can work with in house Tudors no problem. My main point was to balance the discussion that Tudor in general is too tall and if you look at the specs of a Sub vs a Rose Dial Black Bay, they are nearly identical in thickness.
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It sits very well and comfortably on my wrist, as does the Pelagos. And if you know me, I am super picky about how watches fit and feel on the wrist.

Two great divers, IMO.
Agreed
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I own both a black bay ETA and 5 digit Rolex. While I love both watches, the black bay is in fact, much chunkier on the wrist than the Rolex. I think the biggest difference is the amount of metal on the side of the case. Even though the height seems to be similar, the black bay doesn't have a protruding caseback like a Rolex.
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Well done, Mike!

Tudor dimensions work well for me and I don't mind a tall watch.
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Old 5 March 2019, 04:08 AM   #17
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I own both a black bay ETA and 5 digit Rolex. While I love both watches, the black bay is in fact, much chunkier on the wrist than the Rolex. I think the biggest difference is the amount of metal on the side of the case. Even though the height seems to be similar, the black bay doesn't have a protruding caseback like a Rolex.
That’s the illusion I’m referencing. It appears chunkier but ultimately isn’t.
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Well done, Mike!

Tudor dimensions work well for me and I don't mind a tall watch.
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I wear my BBN Rose on a Rubber B. It's a fun watch, and the height is no bother for me.
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I wear my BBN Rose on a Rubber B. It's a fun watch, and the height is no bother for me.
That’s a good additional point. Straps improve the way the black bays sit on the wrist. Yet another reason to pursue one.
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Old 5 March 2019, 05:06 AM   #21
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I just got rid of my BB dark.. I wanted to love it, I really did, but it was just too brickish on the wrist unfortunately. Rolex, Rolex, Rolex is all I can say lol
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I just got rid of my BB dark.. I wanted to love it, I really did, but it was just too brickish on the wrist unfortunately. Rolex, Rolex, Rolex is all I can say lol
That watch is 2mm thicker so it’s a bit of a different discussion. I’m Rolex Rolex Rolex as well but I definitely think a Tudor or two is fun and I do think Rose dials will climb in value continually. Which gives you the security of Rolex imo.
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I saw a red BB in the wild today, good looking watch. The guy was wearing an Omega baseball cap for reasons unknown.
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I saw a red BB in the wild today, good looking watch. The guy was wearing an Omega baseball cap for reasons unknown.


i find swag so tacky. The heavily branded stuff. Ive got a breitling hat somewhere still i think... want it?
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i find swag so tacky. The heavily branded stuff. Ive got a breitling hat somewhere still i think... want it?
I agree with you.
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i find swag so tacky. The heavily branded stuff. Ive got a breitling hat somewhere still i think... want it?
Breitling hats are way to gaudy! But I was given a very cool Rolex Hat at the AD after a purchase, and admit I've worn it on two occasions. It has Rolex with the crown written on both sides of the hat very subtle . Im sure you've seen them.
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I actually like the way my ETA black bays wear compared to a maxi-case sub. Just as comfortable and more so in some cases with the leather strap with the clasp. Great watches and keepers.
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100% agree; I used to own a burgundy Black Bay ETA and sold it because I already had a sub and a PAM....I regret it to this day. There's no doubt it's a discernable nudge down from the sub, but I never viewed the Black Bay as a "poor man's" sub or an either/or proposition. It's its own joy....I thought it was the most fun watch I ever had, changing it from bracelet, to strap, to NATOs, and you could wear it with (slightly) l less anxiety about knocking it around price wise. But hey, in my world, a $3000 watch is just as worthy of extreme love as a $9000 watch.
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I actually like the way my ETA black bays wear compared to a maxi-case sub. Just as comfortable and more so in some cases with the leather strap with the clasp. Great watches and keepers.
100% agree. The lugs are much more forgiving vs the maxi case. I think the rose dial cult will become a thing sooner rather than later.
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100% agree; I used to own a burgundy Black Bay ETA and sold it because I already had a sub and a PAM....I regret it to this day. There's no doubt it's a discernable nudge down from the sub, but I never viewed the Black Bay as a "poor man's" sub or an either/or proposition. It's its own joy....I thought it was the most fun watch I ever had, changing it from bracelet, to strap, to NATOs, and you could wear it with (slightly) l less anxiety about knocking it around price wise. But hey, in my world, a $3000 watch is just as worthy of extreme love as a $9000 watch.
That is the sentiment that drew most of us in. And keeps us coming back. I’ve sold a few myself and I’m now back to a trio of the ETA Burgundy/Blue/Black.
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