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TheVTCGuy · 28 April 2013, 08:10 AM

We have been beating the Black and Blue GMT, the SS YM 2, the Platty Daytona, all to death, but I haven't heard too much about the Tudor side of the house. I am slowly becoming more and more of a Tudor admirer, still learning about the line up and getting familiar with the models, but for you Tudor-WISes, what did you think about this year's show?

tudorluv · 28 April 2013, 08:31 AM

there is a new blue version of the heritage monte carlo chrono...

http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/ibasel-...-specs-pricing

77T · 28 April 2013, 08:59 AM

Its color combo reminds me of the Heuer Monoco and the Gulf Team; tho round vs. square.

It is a unique look for sure.

Dr. Robert · 28 April 2013, 03:24 PM

I like the new Tudor lineup more than the new Rolex lineup......mo classic brah!

GradyPhilpott · 28 April 2013, 09:52 AM

For me personally, Basil really hasn't produced anything of interest. I'm not disappointed, because I don't expect watch makers to cater to my interests.

It is nice though when something comes out like the Sky Dweller that, even though I admire it very much, I wouldn't be able to afford in five lifetimes.

Tudor's new chronos are interesting, but they are not something I would be interested in even if they were sold here, either because blue watches don't really excite me that much (TT Subs excepted) and also because the new ceramic-cased ones would be very hard for me to see, except in very bright light.

jcd · 28 April 2013, 09:56 AM

Tudor really did it for me this year. I love the Monte Carlo and the Black Shield looks good to me too. I prefer both of them to the Rolex releases and they are more affordable to me. The Monte Carlo is something I see on my wrist in the next year or 2. We shall see I guess.

Speed · 28 April 2013, 10:06 AM

I'm kind of digging the Tudor Blue Chrono. Wish it was 40MM tho...

gold canyon · 28 April 2013, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Speed

I'm kind of digging the Tudor Blue Chrono. Wish it was 40MM tho...

x2

tudorluv · 28 April 2013, 10:12 AM

I like the new addition. Cool colors for sure like noted. I hope they still offer the grey/black dials on the Heritage chrono's which are great. Last year was a big hit with Pelagos and Black Bay. Hard to top 2012 for Tudor. Maybe see something else, ... dunno. All in all, I love the modern Tudors with vintage design cues as well as the iconic vintage pieces that remain so popular.

Frogman4me · 28 April 2013, 10:14 AM

For me Tudor once again did a great job! Their lineup is stellar :)

TheVTCGuy · 28 April 2013, 10:16 AM

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there is a new blue version of the heritage monte carlo chrono...

That is really cool! Is that bevel movable?

tudorluv · 28 April 2013, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

That is really cool! Is that bevel movable?

Yes.

"The bezel is blue aluminum and rotates bi-directionally."

mcorliss · 28 April 2013, 10:18 AM

Like Tudor, but not a huge face of all their current models. This ones not doing it for me either. I do like the Fast Rider, though.

tudorluv · 28 April 2013, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by mcorliss

Like Tudor, but not a huge face of all their current models. This ones not doing it for me either. I do like the Fast Rider, though.

more on the fast rider black shield chrono ...

http://www.highsnobiety.com/2013/04/...twear+Magazine)

bigrustypig · 28 April 2013, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by tudorluv

more on the fast rider black shield chrono ...

http://www.highsnobiety.com/2013/04/...twear+Magazine)

Don't like this at all. It seems the Shield is just trying too hard. They should stay away from black.

cop414 · 28 April 2013, 09:01 PM

The Tudor lineup is growing on me more and more, I can't wait until they get into the US!

The Laird · 28 April 2013, 10:16 PM

Hi Everyone,

I really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really like Tudor.

I think that the new Tudor Heritage Chrono Blue is simply stunning and superb.
But I have been liking what Tudor have been doing with the Heritage range these last few years.

But my two favourite Tudor’s now are – Black Bay and Chrono Blue.

I’m not sure if I mentioned this but… I really, really, really like Tudor.

I wonder what will be the next Heritage release???

Till next time…

The Laird

RC2 · 28 April 2013, 10:19 AM

Tudor or omega!!!! Not a fan of the new Rolex watches. Rich

RC2 · 28 April 2013, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by frogman4me

for me tudor once again did a great job! Their lineup is stellar :)

x2

renfield33 · 28 April 2013, 11:59 AM

not a fan of the dials with the applied tudor logo. looks cheap IMO. the throwback chrono is awesome.

dvdwyn · 28 April 2013, 12:47 PM

x3, wish it was 40mm..., guess my tag chrono will still keep me company...

mcorliss · 28 April 2013, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by dvdwyn

x3, wish it was 40mm..., guess my tag chrono will still keep me company...

That's a classic design. Love it!

FremStar · 28 April 2013, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Frogman4me

For me Tudor once again did a great job! Their lineup is stellar :)

Correct David! Saw the blue in person and it is an absolute must own! Will post pics from my trip to Basel when I arrive back in the Americas! This pic of my grey THC will have to do for now!

I absolutely love the aesthetics of the THC!!!

patek.wis · 28 April 2013, 03:26 PM

The shield IMHO doesn't look my cup, like a diesel watch or something
THC blue is cool but I'd never buy that combo.

Basel was a bit disappointing for tudor. Last year was a knock out with the Bb

Dan Pierce · 28 April 2013, 04:50 PM

I'm with Sam, love the blue TCH! Not sure I would buy one since I have the grey dial but then you never know. ;-)
Tudor continues to to develope in a positive direction, IMHO. Although not all new models are to my taste Tudor I can appreciate their approach and enjoy the new releases.
dP

GermanyMatt · 28 April 2013, 05:19 PM

Probably get flamed for saying it, but that Black Shield is hideous and doesn't represent the Tudor brand very well.

Cru Jones · 28 April 2013, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by GermanyMatt

Probably get flamed for saying it, but that Black Shield is hideous and doesn't represent the Tudor brand very well.

Hideous might be a strong word

, but, extremely cheap/drugstore quality looking? Yes. The ceramic treatment they came up with is off (compare it to the new Omega Speedy or PAM 292), and the applied branding on the dial is pretty bad.

Among the current offerings from Tudor and for quite some time (since the late 90s), Tudor's only worthy designs, IMHO, are the BB, Pelagos and THC (black, grey and now blue). I just can't get behind the rest.

It's strange, because the ones I like I really like, and the ones I don't like, I really dislike. Almost like two brands within a brand.

JP Chestnut · 29 April 2013, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by GermanyMatt

Probably get flamed for saying it, but that Black Shield is hideous and doesn't represent the Tudor brand very well.

It's an extremely unattractive watch. The case looks cheap and the blacked out dial with loud markers is garish. Clearly Rolex wanted to get into the ceramic watch game with a cheap and "youthful" watch - too bad it's just ugly.

HL65 · 28 April 2013, 08:20 PM

The Blue Heritage Chrono for me is tops--great job Tudor!! As for the Black Shield--not digging it myself. Cheers,

SPARTAN2161 · 28 April 2013, 10:25 PM

THCB is amazing. That moved to the top of my list for purchases in 2013

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28 April 2013, 08:10 AM	#1
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	Basel - From the Tudor fans, what is your opinion We have been beating the Black and Blue GMT, the SS YM 2, the Platty Daytona, all to death, but I haven't heard too much about the Tudor side of the house. I am slowly becoming more and more of a Tudor admirer, still learning about the line up and getting familiar with the models, but for you Tudor-WISes, what did you think about this year's show?

28 April 2013, 08:59 AM	#3
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,016	Its color combo reminds me of the Heuer Monoco and the Gulf Team; tho round vs. square. It is a unique look for sure. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

28 April 2013, 03:24 PM	#4
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,260	I like the new Tudor lineup more than the new Rolex lineup......mo classic brah! __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

28 April 2013, 09:52 AM	#5
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,460	For me personally, Basil really hasn't produced anything of interest. I'm not disappointed, because I don't expect watch makers to cater to my interests. It is nice though when something comes out like the Sky Dweller that, even though I admire it very much, I wouldn't be able to afford in five lifetimes. Tudor's new chronos are interesting, but they are not something I would be interested in even if they were sold here, either because blue watches don't really excite me that much (TT Subs excepted) and also because the new ceramic-cased ones would be very hard for me to see, except in very bright light. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

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cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,234	The Tudor lineup is growing on me more and more, I can't wait until they get into the US! __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

28 April 2013, 08:31 AM	#2
tudorluv "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Erich Location: -5 Posts: 742	there is a new blue version of the heritage monte carlo chrono... http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/ibasel-...-specs-pricing

28 April 2013, 09:56 AM	#6
jcd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Jack Location: Wisconsin Watch: me vector Posts: 1,152	Tudor really did it for me this year. I love the Monte Carlo and the Black Shield looks good to me too. I prefer both of them to the Rolex releases and they are more affordable to me. The Monte Carlo is something I see on my wrist in the next year or 2. We shall see I guess.

28 April 2013, 10:06 AM	#7
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	I'm kind of digging the Tudor Blue Chrono. Wish it was 40MM tho...

28 April 2013, 10:12 AM	#9
tudorluv "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Erich Location: -5 Posts: 742	I like the new addition. Cool colors for sure like noted. I hope they still offer the grey/black dials on the Heritage chrono's which are great. Last year was a big hit with Pelagos and Black Bay. Hard to top 2012 for Tudor. Maybe see something else, ... dunno. All in all, I love the modern Tudors with vintage design cues as well as the iconic vintage pieces that remain so popular.

28 April 2013, 10:14 AM	#10
Frogman4me Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,268	For me Tudor once again did a great job! Their lineup is stellar :)

28 April 2013, 10:18 AM	#13
mcorliss "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: M Location: Boston Posts: 1,024	Like Tudor, but not a huge face of all their current models. This ones not doing it for me either. I do like the Fast Rider, though.

28 April 2013, 10:16 PM	#17
The Laird "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: On a boat!!! Posts: 387	Hi Everyone, I really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really like Tudor. I think that the new Tudor Heritage Chrono Blue is simply stunning and superb. But I have been liking what Tudor have been doing with the Heritage range these last few years. But my two favourite Tudor’s now are – Black Bay and Chrono Blue. I’m not sure if I mentioned this but… I really, really, really like Tudor. I wonder what will be the next Heritage release??? Till next time… The Laird __________________ Nylon Nation Member Tudor Supporter & Vintage Submariner/Explorer & Drilled Lug Hole Fan Vintage Rolex Group Member James Bond Watches Member

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28 April 2013, 03:26 PM	#24
patek.wis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Will Location: Canada Watch: The Sky Posts: 1,824	The shield IMHO doesn't look my cup, like a diesel watch or something THC blue is cool but I'd never buy that combo. Basel was a bit disappointing for tudor. Last year was a knock out with the Bb

28 April 2013, 04:50 PM	#25
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	I'm with Sam, love the blue TCH! Not sure I would buy one since I have the grey dial but then you never know. ;-) Tudor continues to to develope in a positive direction, IMHO. Although not all new models are to my taste Tudor I can appreciate their approach and enjoy the new releases. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

28 April 2013, 05:19 PM	#26
GermanyMatt "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Matt Location: Northern VA Watch: 126711, 126610 Posts: 1,803	Probably get flamed for saying it, but that Black Shield is hideous and doesn't represent the Tudor brand very well.

28 April 2013, 08:20 PM	#29
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	The Blue Heritage Chrono for me is tops--great job Tudor!! As for the Black Shield--not digging it myself. Cheers, __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

28 April 2013, 10:25 PM	#30
SPARTAN2161 Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Nick H. Location: Amherst, NY Watch: me flip Posts: 1,901	THCB is amazing. That moved to the top of my list for purchases in 2013 Sent from my DROID X2 using Tapatalk 2

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