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beshannon · 20 July 2018, 07:36 AM

In house movement at less than half the price of a Submariner?

Hell yes!

MinMay · 20 July 2018, 08:01 AM

SFBAY, check out the Tudor fans in SF. Each person is probably worth over 100 million :)

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=617259

Brew · 20 July 2018, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beshannon

In house movement at less than half the price of a Submariner?

Hell yes!

You and I have the same piece, yet they look so very different. This is one of the aspects I love about this watch, besides how gorgeous it is.

Quailhunter · 20 July 2018, 08:39 AM

I have a friend who, essentially, doesn’t have to worry about the price difference between Rolex and Tudor. He’s buying Tudors because he can read the time easier. I guess it’s the bigger hands on the Tudor.

I admit I can’t get over the “but it’s not a Rolex” feeling. And, that’s not just with Tudor. We have two Pateks in the family (used to be more) and I still prefer Rolex.

timlaw · 20 July 2018, 09:07 AM

wow to some of these comments

I love both brands a lot - I just happen to have more tudor than rolex in the collection at present

I agree the finish on most rolex models is a step above tudor but it is increasingly a narrowing gap and the differences are not justifying 3 times the price difference

I also just want to say rolex is a great brand but not a great watch in the way say a Patek is a great brand AND a great watch for example. do some members have an inflated view of the quality of the rolex line up?

Nikrnic · 20 July 2018, 09:19 AM

I love my Tudors. I have Rolex and Tudor and Tudor is a great brand not a wannabe, related yet stands on its own. I never bought a Tudor as a fill in or stepping stone to big brother. I'm looking to my next purchase which will be number three in the Tudor stable. I'm a big fan for their style..

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Rebel · 20 July 2018, 09:33 AM

Stick around here a while and you might learn the answer. Read up on Tudor. For me, I like watches........not just a brand. Tudor hits a sweet spot for me.

I'm glad you are here. Join in the fun of reading and learning about Tudor (and Rolex).

Ssunnylee24 · 20 July 2018, 10:13 AM

Tudor being made by Rolex could be the best, but the worst asepct for Tudor.

c41006 · 20 July 2018, 10:37 AM

Because you get more watch per dollar with a Tudor.

Sure Rolex watches are a step above Tudor in terms of quality but is a Submariner really $4,150 better than a Pelagos? Is a GMT-Master II $4,550 better than a Black Bay GMT?

Finslayer83 · 20 July 2018, 10:49 AM

I'd put a deposit down TODAY on a 40mm Pelagos thats 12mm thick.

genkifd · 20 July 2018, 11:03 AM

trying to do research on Tudor and seems that historically they havent achieve much.

on the other hand Rolex has very extensive history of achievements. etc.

foolishbear · 20 July 2018, 12:08 PM

You can't go wrong either way. I own both. Rolex does everything right and you pay for it. Tudor in general are great watches but are "younger" in my eyes. Tudor are chunkier but have a fashion all their own. I have:

Tudor North Flag
Rolex Sub C
Rolex Explorer

I wear them all.

DonBateman · 20 July 2018, 12:56 PM

Rolex is very set in their ways. Tudor isn’t afraid to take risks.

DonBateman · 20 July 2018, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by c41006

Because you get more watch per dollar with a Tudor.

Sure Rolex watches are a step above Tudor in terms of quality but is a Submariner really $4,150 better than a Pelagos? Is a GMT-Master II $4,550 better than a Black Bay GMT?

Exactly and the answer is, No Rolex is not that much more in reality.

Dan Pierce · 20 July 2018, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rodolfo_4

In the porsche forum, we dont talk much about Audi’s

Dont take it the wrong way

It is just the way it is

Tudor and Audi owner here. You know, the riff raff.

Wait, I own a Rolex too. Guess ya' can’t kick me out after all.

dP

GradyPhilpott · 20 July 2018, 02:15 PM

Tudor is a solid brand and a strong value.

Why wouldn't people be drawn toward the Tudor line of watches?

The fact that Tudor makes some damn good-looking watches might have something to do with it also.

Here is but one.

By the way, I have five Rolex and four Tudor watches.

dubins930 · 20 July 2018, 05:23 PM

Some of the people on here are such clowns haha... buy what you like. Ascetically the watches have some similarities, but ultimately it comes down to what you like. If your dying for a modern sub a black bay not not cut it, not because of the quality but because the watches are different. We all know that Rolex makes amazing watches but part of that 8k is for the name. Don't get caught up in the nonsense, people get big heads because the forum picks favorites. No one in the real world gives a s@#! that you have a Rolex or Tudor, buy what speaks to you.

Craigdwh · 20 July 2018, 05:49 PM

Tudor = WIS
Rolex = every Tom, Dick and Harry

And this

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dubins930 · 20 July 2018, 05:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Tudor and Audi owner here. You know, the riff raff.

Wait, I own a Rolex too. Guess ya' can’t kick me out after all.

dP

I drive a VW...GHAASPPPP
When that 2016 Cayenne blue books for 13k next year, we will see who's laughing

bp1000 · 20 July 2018, 06:05 PM

Rolex are overengineered tool watches

Tudor are not.

Tudor are closer to what Rolex use to be.

Ssunnylee24 · 20 July 2018, 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Craigdwh

Tudor = WIS
Rolex = every Tom, Dick and Harry

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Accurate.

Watchdaytona · 20 July 2018, 06:59 PM

I own a couple of older Tudor chronographs and they feel just as well made as my Daytona white 116500, I actually feel the sunburst dials are more attractive. They come with Rolex crowns and a Rolex case back, I know the Tudor movement isn't made by Rolex but have the respected Valjoux 7750. I'm not a huge fan of the any of the recent Tudors except for the Back Bays particularly the new GMT which I prefer to the ceramic Rolex blue/red. It may be the Aluminium bezel similar to the 16710 which draws me in.

Chope Man · 20 July 2018, 07:06 PM

Apart from the noise made from time to time by the modified 7750 Valjoux in my pre-tiger Tudor chrono 79270, I see strictly no difference in quality with my Rolex GMT Master 16700.

Weren't they made by the same people at the same place, by the way? (apart from the movement I guess).

Camel · 20 July 2018, 07:11 PM

I bought my Tudor so that I can have a "Daytona" with a date.

Watchdaytona · 20 July 2018, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Camel

I bought my Tudor so that I can have a "Daytona" with a date.

Absolutely beautiful watch.

watchmavan · 20 July 2018, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SFBAY

I’m curious, besides price (which I understand) why do some opt for Tudor over a Rolex?

Because Rolex ruined their sports models with the Maxi-case. Except for the Explorer. So I have an Explorer but Rolex still can't match the new

. They also don't have a movement better than what is in it.

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watchmavan · 20 July 2018, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SFBAY

Does Tudor hold its value?

I've never bought a watxh to hold its value. I buy something I like.

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Andad · 20 July 2018, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Tudor and Audi owner here. You know, the riff raff.

Wait, I own a Rolex too. Guess ya' can’t kick me out after all.

dP

Nice one Dan.

Wools · 20 July 2018, 07:43 PM

Because Tudor make really beautiful and high end tool watches, are directly descended from Rolex, are more playful with their designs than their big Brother but are at a cheaper price point?

There's many valid reasons why anyone should choose a Tudor over a Rolex.

N5XTC · 20 July 2018, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rodolfo_4

In the porsche forum, we dont talk much about Audi’s

Dont take it the wrong way

It is just the way it is

hey, why are we talking about Porsche in a Rolex forum!!!!!!

20 July 2018, 07:36 AM	#31
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,895	In house movement at less than half the price of a Submariner? Hell yes! __________________ Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Glashutte Senator Exellence, Rolex 116710 GMT Master II BLNR, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent

20 July 2018, 09:07 AM	#35
timlaw "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Tim Location: Worcestershire,UK Watch: Coke 16710 Posts: 894	wow to some of these comments I love both brands a lot - I just happen to have more tudor than rolex in the collection at present I agree the finish on most rolex models is a step above tudor but it is increasingly a narrowing gap and the differences are not justifying 3 times the price difference I also just want to say rolex is a great brand but not a great watch in the way say a Patek is a great brand AND a great watch for example. do some members have an inflated view of the quality of the rolex line up? __________________ Tim. 124060 Submariner, 16710 Coke, 16570 Black dial, Datejust 41 Wimbledon dial, Tudor Black Bay GMT, Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue, Tudor Black Bay 58 925, Tudor Prince Date Chronograph (panda dial)

20 July 2018, 09:33 AM	#37
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,053	Stick around here a while and you might learn the answer. Read up on Tudor. For me, I like watches........not just a brand. Tudor hits a sweet spot for me. I'm glad you are here. Join in the fun of reading and learning about Tudor (and Rolex). __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

20 July 2018, 11:03 AM	#41
genkifd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Melbourne Watch: SD43 Posts: 203	trying to do research on Tudor and seems that historically they havent achieve much. on the other hand Rolex has very extensive history of achievements. etc. __________________ SD43 MK1 Omega Dirty Dozen Casio G Shock GMW-B5000D-1DR SKX007 Japanese version

20 July 2018, 02:15 PM	#46
GradyPhilpott 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Tudor North Flag Posts: 34,339	Tudor is a solid brand and a strong value. Why wouldn't people be drawn toward the Tudor line of watches? The fact that Tudor makes some damn good-looking watches might have something to do with it also. Here is but one. By the way, I have five Rolex and four Tudor watches. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

20 July 2018, 08:01 AM	#32
MinMay Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Posts: 2,410	SFBAY, check out the Tudor fans in SF. Each person is probably worth over 100 million :) https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=617259

20 July 2018, 08:39 AM	#34
Quailhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Doug Location: Georgia USA Watch: Rolex President Posts: 1,348	I have a friend who, essentially, doesn’t have to worry about the price difference between Rolex and Tudor. He’s buying Tudors because he can read the time easier. I guess it’s the bigger hands on the Tudor. I admit I can’t get over the “but it’s not a Rolex” feeling. And, that’s not just with Tudor. We have two Pateks in the family (used to be more) and I still prefer Rolex.

20 July 2018, 09:19 AM	#36
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,158	I love my Tudors. I have Rolex and Tudor and Tudor is a great brand not a wannabe, related yet stands on its own. I never bought a Tudor as a fill in or stepping stone to big brother. I'm looking to my next purchase which will be number three in the Tudor stable. I'm a big fan for their style.. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

20 July 2018, 10:13 AM	#38
Ssunnylee24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Explorer II Posts: 853	Tudor being made by Rolex could be the best, but the worst asepct for Tudor.

20 July 2018, 10:37 AM	#39
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,918	Because you get more watch per dollar with a Tudor. Sure Rolex watches are a step above Tudor in terms of quality but is a Submariner really $4,150 better than a Pelagos? Is a GMT-Master II $4,550 better than a Black Bay GMT?

20 July 2018, 10:49 AM	#40
Finslayer83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Tennessee Watch: DW-5600 Posts: 1,584	I'd put a deposit down TODAY on a 40mm Pelagos thats 12mm thick.

20 July 2018, 12:08 PM	#42
foolishbear Banned Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Brattleboro, VT U Posts: 29	You can't go wrong either way. I own both. Rolex does everything right and you pay for it. Tudor in general are great watches but are "younger" in my eyes. Tudor are chunkier but have a fashion all their own. I have: Tudor North Flag Rolex Sub C Rolex Explorer I wear them all.

20 July 2018, 12:56 PM	#43
DonBateman Banned Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: IL Watch: I like watch Posts: 753	Rolex is very set in their ways. Tudor isn’t afraid to take risks.

20 July 2018, 05:23 PM	#47
dubins930 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Aaron Location: WA Posts: 793	Some of the people on here are such clowns haha... buy what you like. Ascetically the watches have some similarities, but ultimately it comes down to what you like. If your dying for a modern sub a black bay not not cut it, not because of the quality but because the watches are different. We all know that Rolex makes amazing watches but part of that 8k is for the name. Don't get caught up in the nonsense, people get big heads because the forum picks favorites. No one in the real world gives a s@#! that you have a Rolex or Tudor, buy what speaks to you.

20 July 2018, 05:49 PM	#48
Craigdwh "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Real Name: Craig Location: Winnipeg, MB Watch: Breguet Type XXI Posts: 500	Tudor = WIS Rolex = every Tom, Dick and Harry And this Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference". "Where's the nearest bridge"?

20 July 2018, 06:05 PM	#50
bp1000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Midlands, UK Posts: 4,676	Rolex are overengineered tool watches Tudor are not. Tudor are closer to what Rolex use to be.

20 July 2018, 06:59 PM	#52
Watchdaytona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: London/NY Posts: 275	I own a couple of older Tudor chronographs and they feel just as well made as my Daytona white 116500, I actually feel the sunburst dials are more attractive. They come with Rolex crowns and a Rolex case back, I know the Tudor movement isn't made by Rolex but have the respected Valjoux 7750. I'm not a huge fan of the any of the recent Tudors except for the Back Bays particularly the new GMT which I prefer to the ceramic Rolex blue/red. It may be the Aluminium bezel similar to the 16710 which draws me in.

20 July 2018, 07:06 PM	#53
Chope Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Jean-Michel Location: Paris, France Watch: Blue dial 16618 Posts: 293	Apart from the noise made from time to time by the modified 7750 Valjoux in my pre-tiger Tudor chrono 79270, I see strictly no difference in quality with my Rolex GMT Master 16700. Weren't they made by the same people at the same place, by the way? (apart from the movement I guess).

20 July 2018, 07:43 PM	#59
Wools "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 374	Because Tudor make really beautiful and high end tool watches, are directly descended from Rolex, are more playful with their designs than their big Brother but are at a cheaper price point? There's many valid reasons why anyone should choose a Tudor over a Rolex.

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