Why I prefer Tudor over Rolex!

[kentrojan1]

1. They are more affordable

2. Personally I think there watches have better styling and variety

3. There new lineup uses in house movement

4. What's not to like

I think Tudor are becoming a equal to Rolex, just like when Skoda used to be a brand people laugh at , now they are equal to VW if not better.



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[capote]

Can't disagree with your first point. I personally think their styling is hit and miss though. Tudor doesn't have the same long lasting models (yet) to be equal to Rolex IMO.

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by capote

Can't disagree with your first point. I personally think their styling is hit and miss though. Tudor doesn't have the same long lasting models (yet) to be equal to Rolex IMO.

You're right, Tudor does make some ugly watches. Then so does Rolex.

[capote]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

You're right, Tudor does make some ugly watches. Then so does Rolex.

True

[SALTY]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

You're right, Tudor does make some ugly watches. Then so does Rolex.

As I've learned in life and as I tell my children, if you're not failing - then you are not trying.

[JohnAndrew]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

You're right, Tudor does make some ugly watches. Then so does Rolex.

X2

Originally Posted by capote

I think the big blocks were some of the best Tudor ever did.

X2

[sapingo]

Originally Posted by capote

Can't disagree with your first point. I personally think their styling is hit and miss though. Tudor doesn't have the same long lasting models (yet) to be equal to Rolex IMO.

My sister has a Tudor my dad gave her and its over 10 years and she stills wears it every day.

[capote]

Originally Posted by sapingo

My sister has a Tudor my dad gave her and its over 10 years and she stills wears it every day.

What I meant was that Rolex has models that go 50+ years back such as The Submariner, GMT and Explorer for instance. I bet a Tudor watch will hold up decade after decade, but the models themselves haven't had the same staying power.

[David cote]

Originally Posted by capote

What I meant was that Rolex has models that go 50+ years back such as The Submariner, GMT and Explorer for instance. I bet a Tudor watch will hold up decade after decade, but the models themselves haven't had the same staying power.

The Tudor reference 7922 was born I think in 1958 , I think the Tudor sub is almost , now dare I Say almost as old as the Rolex Sub !!! Just a fun fact for yea!

[Old Expat Beast]

I like that all the anxious enquiries about safety, damage, alignment, scratches and all the other worries and stigmas that Rolex watches generate here, just don't seem to come up with Tudor. I also appreciate the company heritage, which goes back much further than most people think, and the kind of 'anti-brand' self-confidence of the un-Rolex.

[carwash66]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

I like that all the anxious enquiries about safety, damage, alignment, scratches and all the other worries and stigmas that Rolex watches generate here, just don't seem to come up with Tudor. I also appreciate the company heritage, which goes back much further than most people think, and the kind of 'anti-brand' self-confidence of the un-Rolex.

I agree. As a hopeless dive watch addict, i do not plan to part with either of my TT subs. However, the BB is now my daily. Waiting for the Blue Pelagos.

[cop414]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

I like that all the anxious enquiries about safety, damage, alignment, scratches and all the other worries and stigmas that Rolex watches generate here, just don't seem to come up with Tudor. I also appreciate the company heritage, which goes back much further than most people think, and the kind of 'anti-brand' self-confidence of the un-Rolex.

Very well said Adam, Tudor seems to be the wear it and don't worry about it brand.

[Watch This]

Really? Ok. In a pinch, go sell your Tudor and see how enamoured you remain. Nothing wrong with Tudor but the comparison is flawed on many levels. To each his own.

[kentrojan1]

Originally Posted by Watch This

Really? Ok. In a pinch, go sell your Tudor and see how enamoured you remain. Nothing wrong with Tudor but the comparison is flawed on many levels. To each his own.

This is my own personal opinion so I'm not speaking for everyone else!

But my cheapest Swiss watch is my Tudor ranger and I would say that it is my favourite too and the one I wear the most.


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[nick c]

They built well

[GazDXB]

In my home country, the UK, Skodas are still joked about as `VWs for thrifty (mean/tight) people` but the Czech company made some amazing cars in the 1950s. Err, Tudor's rebirth over past three years is amazing but I suspect the scratches, alignment etc issues you mention is because owners don't care quite as much. But I may be wrong.... (First post by long-time reader, New Rolex owner. Still want a BB)

[zama]

I really like both, these threads tend to end in tears.......

[Matt748]

When I first acquired a few Tudors, namely the Ranger, Black Bay and Pelagos I thought just as the OP in this thread.
The more I researched watches and the more I looked at them, the more my opinion changed towards Rolex.
I personally feel the quality of Rolex is second to none and have flipped 2 of the 3 Tudors for Rolex's in recent months.
Upgrades?? To me yes.
Pelagos is still here for now, but a 36mm Explorer is on the cards soon.
Flipping watches is a disease.

[Andad]

An unusual Tudor thread.

To post this Ken is almost trolling or at the very least looking for trouble.

[travisb]

I have a great appreciation for both brands. Can't argue with Tudor's price point and quality for the money. Looking forward to picking up the new Pelagos this year. Rolex will always be my go to though.

[Etschell]

Yes you could get a pelagos and black bay for the cost of a submariner ceramic and still save some cash. To each his own. I'd rather have the sub, although the pelagos is a very cool watch.

[Submariner2015]

IMO, so long as Rolex owns Tudor, Tudor will never surpass Rolex in Prestige--sales, on the other hand, may be different as Rolex will most obviously market Tudor as everyone's entry level luxury timepiece...quite frankly, the exclusivity and history of the Rolex brand is what helps to maintain its position in the market today.

[sco]

Glad you're enjoying your Tudor, but to me, they just don't compare to most Rolex on many levels.

[Jari from Finland]

There is nothing wrong to like Tudor. Having a Rolex on wrist doesn't exclude a Tudor and vice versa.


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[Case61]

I think this kind of "either/or" discussion is unproductive. I love my Big Block. I love my Rolexes. Different price points, different stylings, different market segmenting, different options all make for a wonderful world.

[AK797]

If you like their prices, I do too, and their styles, I not nearly as much as Rolex, then it is the brand for you.

[Sub/GMT]

I have had the Tudor Blackbay. Beautiful watch that came in a very nice box that I prefer as much better quality then where my Rolex watches came in.



The new Pelagos is also very beautiful I think

[Matt748]

[QUOTE=Sub/GMT;6023536]I have had the Tudor Blackbay. Beautiful watch that came in a very nice box that I prefer as much better quality then where my Rolex watches came in.



I have to agree on the Box situation.
Tudor is better

[GerardoG]

A very interesting thread....just as I had tried some. Beautiful indeed!

[Seaswirl]

Not crazy about some of Tudor's designs, but acknowledge that they are producing well made watches at attractive price points. I've thought about picking up a BB as a weekend watch and very well may still get one. I still prefer my Rolexes though.