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stevestil · 21 January 2022, 01:57 PM

Hello all-

Just wanted to pick everyone’s brain and see what the opinions are here. I have an AT which I bought a few months ago. I love the watch and I do wear it often especially on the rubber strap but I have been really eyeing the BB58 as well and I can’t stop thinking about it. It really is an attractive watch. I don’t think I want to have both in the collection, so it would realistically be one or the other.

Does anyone have both that may be able to chime in? I feel like the AT is overall a better watch with a better movement but I would probably be taking a pretty massive hit if I sell it as I bought it brand new from my AD

Here’s my AT

Also - last time I posted about an omega in this forum some people really got offended apparently so hopefully since a Tudor is referenced it is “acceptable” lol

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dpt.calvin · 21 January 2022, 02:18 PM

What else do you have in your collection? Without knowing that, I’d choose the Omega. And this is coming from a BB58 owner.

stevestil · 21 January 2022, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by dpt.calvin

What else do you have in your collection? Without knowing that, I’d choose the Omega. And this is coming from a BB58 owner.

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dpt.calvin · 21 January 2022, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by stevestil

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Keep the Omega.

Nodzex · 22 January 2022, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by dpt.calvin

Keep the Omega.

I agree!

Krash · 22 January 2022, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stevestil

Speedy sapphire sandwich, CHNR, Serti dial sub

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If you want the blue BB58, then yes, I’d prefer that. I’d prefer the AT over the black BB58.

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NachoNeal · 21 January 2022, 02:26 PM

Bb58

amanbra · 21 January 2022, 02:27 PM

I prefer the AT because of the date, the versatility and the exhibition caseback.

TimeAZ · 21 January 2022, 03:29 PM

Speaking from experience, I like the 58 far better than the AT. Anecdotally my 58 kept better time, with longer power reserve and wore better on wrist in terms of both bracelet and case thickness. I think the 58 also has better legibility and overall better aesthetic

Oyster Sauce · 22 January 2022, 05:51 AM

I own both and love both.
In your situation, and in general, between the two I'd choose the AT.
Best wishes

Jack T · 22 January 2022, 05:54 AM

I like Omegas in general, and the AT in particular. Definitely over the Tudor

JoseR · 22 January 2022, 06:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Jack T

I like Omegas in general, and the AT in particular. Definitely over the Tudor

Exactly.

I just got this same reference on alligator strap, and I love it. It's also very accurate. Omega AT all day over BB58.

Lesnerelli23 · 22 January 2022, 06:07 AM

I have the BB58, it’s wonderful. BUT if you want to keep variety in your collection, I’d stick with the AT sincee see you own a Sub already.

I think you’d miss the simplicity of the AT. Especially since you wear it often.

Having both would be ideal (but I’m sure you expected to hear that here lol). If it HAS to be one or the other, with your current collection, keep the AT.

Belinus · 22 January 2022, 06:16 AM

I think the AT is beautiful. Looks very classy. If I didn’t have a Blue OP I’d have bought one over the Seamaster I got recently. At the same time I’m also biased as although I love Omega and many Tudors, the advertising of Tudor in the UK puts me off them.

samson66 · 22 January 2022, 06:16 AM

Keep that AT. That thing is smoking!!! No way would I move to a 58 from that. That's the superior watch and looks amazing on that strap. No freaking way...

m j b · 22 January 2022, 06:17 AM

The AT is lovely, the BB58 is a great watch and honestly I think they're different enough that you could keep both in your collection.

Zuger · 22 January 2022, 06:18 AM

Aesthetically I like the AT more than BB58

JoseR · 22 January 2022, 06:27 AM

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outlaw468 · 22 January 2022, 06:27 AM

I have both a black AT (just like yours) and a BB58 Blue. I really like both but if I had to pick one, it would be the AT. The AT is super comfy on rubber, has a top notch movement, looks so classy and I am a sucker for the display back. That said , I would miss the BB58 Blue as I find it to be a great summer watch, especially with smaller wrists. Can you do both? If so, I’d recommend the BB in Blue over black to give some variety.

telesquire · 22 January 2022, 06:46 AM

BB58 but only cos I hate the Omega and their dreadful dials which make them look like a $100 watch.

Know1isgod · 22 January 2022, 06:58 AM

Went to the AD to buy the Green AT on bracelet. Found it not as "whatever" as in the photos. Ended up buying White Dial Seamaster. I also have a black BB 58 and believe it has a better wrist presence vice the AT which I guess is designed to go under the radar.

Cuts33 · 22 January 2022, 06:59 AM

Kind of an odd comparison but would have to go AT myself. AT v DJ41 is a more apples to apples comparison.

kayaker21 · 22 January 2022, 07:17 AM

I have owned the AT and several Tudors. I may get flamed here but the Omega build quality and finish is superior to Tudor.

Leonardo. · 22 January 2022, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by kayaker21

I have owned the AT and several Tudors. I may get flamed here but the Omega build quality and finish is superior to Tudor.

Agreed

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dpt.calvin · 22 January 2022, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by kayaker21

I have owned the AT and several Tudors. I may get flamed here but the Omega build quality and finish is superior to Tudor.

It’s almost universally agreed here than Omega is superior. Doesn’t mean some one prefer Tudor, though.

bmrk · 22 January 2022, 08:34 AM

My choice would be BB58

stevestil · 22 January 2022, 08:40 AM

Thank you everyone for your feedback! I enjoyed reading every single one.

I guess the only logical option here is buying the BB58 and keeping the AT as well….

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Belinus · 22 January 2022, 08:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stevestil

Thank you everyone for your feedback! I enjoyed reading every single one.

I guess the only logical option here is buying the BB58 and keeping the AT as well….

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Seems like the right decision :)

winst · 22 January 2022, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by stevestil

Thank you everyone for your feedback! I enjoyed reading every single one.

I guess the only logical option here is buying the BB58 and keeping the AT as well….

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Correct!

DoricSpiker · 22 January 2022, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stevestil

Thank you everyone for your feedback! I enjoyed reading every single one.

I guess the only logical option here is buying the BB58 and keeping the AT as well….

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Correct. Enjoy

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21 January 2022, 01:57 PM	#1
stevestil "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Real Name: Steve Location: NYC Posts: 906	Opinion on aqua terra vs. BB58 Hello all- Just wanted to pick everyone’s brain and see what the opinions are here. I have an AT which I bought a few months ago. I love the watch and I do wear it often especially on the rubber strap but I have been really eyeing the BB58 as well and I can’t stop thinking about it. It really is an attractive watch. I don’t think I want to have both in the collection, so it would realistically be one or the other. Does anyone have both that may be able to chime in? I feel like the AT is overall a better watch with a better movement but I would probably be taking a pretty massive hit if I sell it as I bought it brand new from my AD Here’s my AT Also - last time I posted about an omega in this forum some people really got offended apparently so hopefully since a Tudor is referenced it is “acceptable” lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 January 2022, 02:18 PM	#2
dpt.calvin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: TRF Posts: 2,270	What else do you have in your collection? Without knowing that, I’d choose the Omega. And this is coming from a BB58 owner. __________________ 16570 \| 16710 \| 116710 \| 116500 76214 \| 79090 \| 79030 \| 79830

21 January 2022, 02:26 PM	#7
NachoNeal "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Neal Location: Point Loma Watch: ing the river flow Posts: 2,856	Bb58 __________________ . Sub No Date (14060); Tudor Ranger; Explorer (124270); Day Date (18238) stolen by wife; CasiOak.

21 January 2022, 03:29 PM	#9
TimeAZ "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: USA Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 2,240	Speaking from experience, I like the 58 far better than the AT. Anecdotally my 58 kept better time, with longer power reserve and wore better on wrist in terms of both bracelet and case thickness. I think the 58 also has better legibility and overall better aesthetic __________________ The perfect blossom is a rare thing. You could spend your life looking for one, and it would not be a wasted life.

22 January 2022, 05:54 AM	#11
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	I like Omegas in general, and the AT in particular. Definitely over the Tudor Attached Images __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

21 January 2022, 02:27 PM	#8
amanbra "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Graham Location: Aus Posts: 2,449	I prefer the AT because of the date, the versatility and the exhibition caseback.

22 January 2022, 05:51 AM	#10
Oyster Sauce "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: USA Posts: 1,866	I own both and love both. In your situation, and in general, between the two I'd choose the AT. Best wishes

22 January 2022, 06:07 AM	#13
Lesnerelli23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Michigan Posts: 871	I have the BB58, it’s wonderful. BUT if you want to keep variety in your collection, I’d stick with the AT sincee see you own a Sub already. I think you’d miss the simplicity of the AT. Especially since you wear it often. Having both would be ideal (but I’m sure you expected to hear that here lol). If it HAS to be one or the other, with your current collection, keep the AT.

22 January 2022, 06:16 AM	#14
Belinus "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: UK Posts: 156	I think the AT is beautiful. Looks very classy. If I didn’t have a Blue OP I’d have bought one over the Seamaster I got recently. At the same time I’m also biased as although I love Omega and many Tudors, the advertising of Tudor in the UK puts me off them.

22 January 2022, 06:16 AM	#15
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,791	Keep that AT. That thing is smoking!!! No way would I move to a 58 from that. That's the superior watch and looks amazing on that strap. No freaking way...

22 January 2022, 06:17 AM	#16
m j b "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Michael Location: RTP, NC, USA Watch: ♕& Ω Posts: 5,215	The AT is lovely, the BB58 is a great watch and honestly I think they're different enough that you could keep both in your collection. __________________ Enjoy life - it has an expiration date. Disclaimer: Please note that the avatar is not an accurate representation of how I look. The camera adds 10 pounds...

22 January 2022, 06:18 AM	#17
Zuger "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: me set the time Posts: 2,520	Aesthetically I like the AT more than BB58

22 January 2022, 06:27 AM	#18
JoseR "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Philly. Watch: Air King, Omega AT Posts: 2,274	Sent from my SM-G970U using Tapatalk __________________ Air King 116900 Omega AT41 Gray Dial/Leather Oris Pointer Date Roberto Clemente LE

22 January 2022, 06:27 AM	#19
outlaw468 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Steve Location: Chicago Watch: Rolex and Omega Posts: 563	I have both a black AT (just like yours) and a BB58 Blue. I really like both but if I had to pick one, it would be the AT. The AT is super comfy on rubber, has a top notch movement, looks so classy and I am a sucker for the display back. That said , I would miss the BB58 Blue as I find it to be a great summer watch, especially with smaller wrists. Can you do both? If so, I’d recommend the BB in Blue over black to give some variety. __________________ Regards, Steve

22 January 2022, 06:46 AM	#20
telesquire Banned Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: UK Posts: 379	BB58 but only cos I hate the Omega and their dreadful dials which make them look like a $100 watch.

22 January 2022, 06:58 AM	#21
Know1isgod "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: The East Posts: 223	Went to the AD to buy the Green AT on bracelet. Found it not as "whatever" as in the photos. Ended up buying White Dial Seamaster. I also have a black BB 58 and believe it has a better wrist presence vice the AT which I guess is designed to go under the radar.

22 January 2022, 06:59 AM	#22
Cuts33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Chicago Posts: 436	Kind of an odd comparison but would have to go AT myself. AT v DJ41 is a more apples to apples comparison.

22 January 2022, 07:17 AM	#23
kayaker21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Canada Watch: 5513 Posts: 1,798	I have owned the AT and several Tudors. I may get flamed here but the Omega build quality and finish is superior to Tudor.

22 January 2022, 08:34 AM	#26
bmrk Banned Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: USA Posts: 248	My choice would be BB58

22 January 2022, 08:40 AM	#27
stevestil "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Real Name: Steve Location: NYC Posts: 906	Thank you everyone for your feedback! I enjoyed reading every single one. I guess the only logical option here is buying the BB58 and keeping the AT as well…. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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