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cofc07 · 9 June 2018, 07:52 AM

So, I have a refundable deposit on a Tudor GMT which I expect to receive sometime in July. I really like this watch, but I keep coming back to the Rolex BLNR (I've always wanted it).

My hesitation with the BLNR is not knowing if Rolex will ultimately update the BLNR to include the new 3285 movement w/ the 70 hour power reserve. Personally, that's what I'd love to see. A BLNR with the new movement.

Maybe the 20-22 hour difference in power reserve shouldn't matter, but functionally, for my life and my watch collection, it would make a noticeable difference and it's one of the selling points of the Tudor IMO (In addition to the other aesthetic choices, and the fact I think it is designed to actually be a tool watch as opposed to the more luxurious BLNR).

Maybe I should just get the BLNR as is and be fine with the 48-50 power reserve.

Would love to hear anybody else's thoughts/votes on the matter. To quote Jimmy Buffett, "Indecision may or may not be my problem."

Thanks!

Hramez · 9 June 2018, 07:54 AM

BLNR all the way

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Boaters · 9 June 2018, 07:55 AM

BLNR would be my choice..

Sarosh · 9 June 2018, 07:55 AM

BLNR, but when in doubt.....BLNR!!!

Zakalwe · 9 June 2018, 08:03 AM

Maybe you could be more specific about the PR thing?

The reason I ask is because there are really only 2 very specific scenarios in which a 3-day power reserve makes any material difference over a 2-day PR.

First is if the watch is a weekday watch which is swapped for something else at the weekend. Second is if you rotate the watch in every 3 days. Every 2 days and a 48hr PR is fine; every 4 days or more and not even a 72hr PR will help.

If neither applies to you then the answer is BLNR.

Rashid.bk · 9 June 2018, 07:58 AM

They will, at some point. Makes no difference. If I wanted the BLNR I'd get it now. The DBlue got updated, I want the new one becasue of the bracelet, the movement is just bonus. Given the option between the two on identical bracelets I'd get the one I could source the fastest. The watch will outlive me no matter what caliber is inside.

Helmi · 9 June 2018, 07:59 AM

Blnr no question. Tudor is nice but no contest there

schoolboy · 9 June 2018, 08:00 AM

This is a very tough choice.

Another selling point for the Tudor is that it is 200m water resistant.

To my understanding, a dive watch has to have at least 200m water resistance.

The point I am trying to make is that the Tudor is a GMT with the water resistance of a dive watch.

Pretty cool if you ask me

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jeffgo888 · 9 June 2018, 09:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by schoolboy

This is a very tough choice.

Another selling point for the Tudor is that it is 200m water resistant.

To my understanding, a dive watch has to have at least 200m water resistance.

The point I am trying to make is that the Tudor is a GMT with the water resistance of a dive watch.

Pretty cool if you ask me

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100 meters is plenty for diving for a Rolex...that’s 300 feet!

schoolboy · 9 June 2018, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeffgo888

100 meters is plenty for diving for a Rolex...that’s 300 feet!

You’re right.

I don’t know what the difference in recreational usage of a watch would be between 100m and 200m, I just think it’s cool that the Tudor has the water resistance of a dive watch in a GMT !

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Cru Jones · 9 June 2018, 04:25 PM

Having handled that Tudor, my choice would be the BLNR no question, even if it meant waiting to save.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeffgo888

100 meters is plenty for diving for a Rolex...that’s 300 feet!

It’s not just the depth, but the pressure exerted on the watch. Here’s a rough guide:

Water resistance: Wearable when water is splashed on the watch where no pressure is placed.

50m water resistance: Wearable around sinks and at activities such as normal swimming, athletic sports, and at shallow waters only. Snorkeling and underwater diving is not allowed.

100m water resistance: Wearable around sinks and activities such as swimming, sports, poolside diving, and snorkeling. Jet skiing and scuba diving are still not allowed.

200m water resistance: Wearable around sinks, swimming, sports, snorkeling, jet skiing, but not scuba diving.

Diver’s watch: Wearable at all above-mentioned activities including scuba diving except at instances and depths where helium gas is needed.

Or, clicks here: https://www.prestigetime.com/page.php?waterresistance

jeffgo888 · 9 June 2018, 04:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Having handled that Tudor, my choice would be the BLNR no question, even if it meant waiting to save.

It’s not just the depth, but the pressure exerted on the watch. Here’s a rough guide:

Water resistance: Wearable when water is splashed on the watch where no pressure is placed.

50m water resistance: Wearable around sinks and at activities such as normal swimming, athletic sports, and at shallow waters only. Snorkeling and underwater diving is not allowed.

100m water resistance: Wearable around sinks and activities such as swimming, sports, poolside diving, and snorkeling. Jet skiing and scuba diving are still not allowed.

200m water resistance: Wearable around sinks, swimming, sports, snorkeling, jet skiing, but not scuba diving.

Diver’s watch: Wearable at all above-mentioned activities including scuba diving except at instances and depths where helium gas is needed.

Or, clicks here: https://www.prestigetime.com/page.php?waterresistance

OK
So, the BLNR is not fit for jet skiing at all?
This is not Rolex water depth chart.
I'd like to see what they say.

100 m is plenty for jet skiing, imo

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BLNR Nairobi · 9 June 2018, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Having handled that Tudor, my choice would be the BLNR no question, even if it meant waiting to save.

It’s not just the depth, but the pressure exerted on the watch. Here’s a rough guide:

Water resistance: Wearable when water is splashed on the watch where no pressure is placed.

50m water resistance: Wearable around sinks and at activities such as normal swimming, athletic sports, and at shallow waters only. Snorkeling and underwater diving is not allowed.

100m water resistance: Wearable around sinks and activities such as swimming, sports, poolside diving, and snorkeling. Jet skiing and scuba diving are still not allowed.

200m water resistance: Wearable around sinks, swimming, sports, snorkeling, jet skiing, but not scuba diving.

Diver’s watch: Wearable at all above-mentioned activities including scuba diving except at instances and depths where helium gas is needed.

Or, clicks here: https://www.prestigetime.com/page.php?waterresistance

That is nonsense when it comes to Rolex.

There are some watches that applies to, who do not take WR seriously. However, there are people who have dove with OPs with no issues (including a world famous female diver who uses a DJ).

Cru Jones · 9 June 2018, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLNR Nairobi

That is nonsense when it comes to Rolex.

There are some watches that applies to, who do not take WR seriously. However, there are people who have dove with OPs with no issues (including a world famous female diver who uses a DJ).

The watch brand has nothing to do with it. But, please do what makes you happy.

jeffgo888 · 9 June 2018, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLNR Nairobi

That is nonsense when it comes to Rolex.

There are some watches that applies to, who do not take WR seriously. However, there are people who have dove with OPs with no issues (including a world famous female diver who uses a DJ).

Agreed 1000%...Sylvia earle

Scholar · 14 June 2018, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Having handled that Tudor, my choice would be the BLNR no question, even if it meant waiting to save.

It’s not just the depth, but the pressure exerted on the watch. Here’s a rough guide:

Water resistance: Wearable when water is splashed on the watch where no pressure is placed.

50m water resistance: Wearable around sinks and at activities such as normal swimming, athletic sports, and at shallow waters only. Snorkeling and underwater diving is not allowed.

100m water resistance: Wearable around sinks and activities such as swimming, sports, poolside diving, and snorkeling. Jet skiing and scuba diving are still not allowed.

200m water resistance: Wearable around sinks, swimming, sports, snorkeling, jet skiing, but not scuba diving.

Diver’s watch: Wearable at all above-mentioned activities including scuba diving except at instances and depths where helium gas is needed.

Or, clicks here: https://www.prestigetime.com/page.php?waterresistance

This is absolute bunk and has been thoroughly disproven, such as the pressure myth. That's a blog post from a grey dealer, not an actual WR expert.

WS9D · 9 June 2018, 08:01 AM

Blnr! Of all mine, my absolute favorite.

nyc2la · 9 June 2018, 08:02 AM

Blnr.

markseattle · 9 June 2018, 08:12 AM

For me the extra power reserve means very little but that probably depends on how you wear your watches. If you wear your watch everyday or only occasionally rotate, I don't see the advantage of the 70 hour power reserve. The BLNR is a great watch, if you've been wanting it and can get it, to me it's a no brainer. I've owned mine for a year and love it.
I also like the Tudor GMT and should have mine soon. I agree with you that it has a more tool look to it.
Good luck in your choice, there are no wrong choices here.

Mark

Loevhagen · 9 June 2018, 08:14 AM

Tudor is second choice.

edyu · 9 June 2018, 08:26 AM

not sure about your wrist but tudor is very heavy (and slightly top heavy) so unless you have the wrist for it, it will not be as comfortable.

sensui · 9 June 2018, 08:32 AM

BLNR without a doubt.

Spoonage · 9 June 2018, 08:40 AM

BLNR... It is a tool watch. Get what really sings. An extra 20hr power reserve means nothing really...

American Jedi · 9 June 2018, 08:40 AM

Batman!

Snow-Dweller · 9 June 2018, 08:46 AM

Seriously, forget about the power reserve. Buy the watch that you want to see on your wrist.

jstan9 · 9 June 2018, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snow-Dweller

Seriously, forget about the power reserve. Buy the watch that you want to see on your wrist.

This.

...and the answer is BLNR.

And I say this awaiting my first Tudor (North Flag). But nothing compares to my Batman. It’s an incredible piece. Not taking away from Tudor. That’s why the post I quoted is the answer in the end. Just get what you want and enjoy it!

PLNYC · 9 June 2018, 08:47 AM

BLNR. It’s the perfect watch

2nastie · 9 June 2018, 08:51 AM

BLNR without a doubt.

If they update the movement, I think the entire watch/bezel will be updated to a new color combo. Just a small hunch.

In addition, its a Rolex. Movement updates are rarely too significant. All of them are meant to stand the test of time anyways.

Racerdj · 9 June 2018, 08:53 AM

Without a doubt, the BLNR is my choice for you!

City74 · 9 June 2018, 08:54 AM

Honestly, I’d go Tudor. There is a HUGE price difference between the 2 and since your wish washy buy the cheaper first. If you love it great keep it and you saved a bunch. If you don’t then sell it. The 58 will still be super hot most likely if you don’t keep it long and probably won’t lose much if any. Then you can go buy the Rolex and try it

9 June 2018, 07:52 AM	#1
cofc07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 18	Rolex GMT BLNR or Tudor Pepsi GMT So, I have a refundable deposit on a Tudor GMT which I expect to receive sometime in July. I really like this watch, but I keep coming back to the Rolex BLNR (I've always wanted it). My hesitation with the BLNR is not knowing if Rolex will ultimately update the BLNR to include the new 3285 movement w/ the 70 hour power reserve. Personally, that's what I'd love to see. A BLNR with the new movement. Maybe the 20-22 hour difference in power reserve shouldn't matter, but functionally, for my life and my watch collection, it would make a noticeable difference and it's one of the selling points of the Tudor IMO (In addition to the other aesthetic choices, and the fact I think it is designed to actually be a tool watch as opposed to the more luxurious BLNR). Maybe I should just get the BLNR as is and be fine with the 48-50 power reserve. Would love to hear anybody else's thoughts/votes on the matter. To quote Jimmy Buffett, "Indecision may or may not be my problem." Thanks!

9 June 2018, 07:55 AM	#4
Sarosh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: London Watch: BLNR Posts: 2,222	BLNR, but when in doubt.....BLNR!!! __________________ ----- “It’s a watch, it tells time. Not much else”

9 June 2018, 08:02 AM	#18
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,424	Blnr. __________________ "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." --- RWE

9 June 2018, 08:46 AM	#25
Snow-Dweller 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Clive Location: The Alps Watch: collections change Posts: 6,284	Seriously, forget about the power reserve. Buy the watch that you want to see on your wrist. __________________ . The path from WIShood to WISdom can have many turnings... ——————————————————————————————————— . 16803. 16570. 18038. 114300. GMW-B5000D.

9 June 2018, 08:47 AM	#27
PLNYC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mars Posts: 1,683	BLNR. It’s the perfect watch __________________

9 June 2018, 07:54 AM	#2
Hramez "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: planet earth Watch: Patek Philippe Posts: 210	BLNR all the way Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 June 2018, 07:55 AM	#3
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	BLNR would be my choice..

9 June 2018, 08:03 AM	#5
Zakalwe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Sal Location: London Posts: 2,496	Maybe you could be more specific about the PR thing? The reason I ask is because there are really only 2 very specific scenarios in which a 3-day power reserve makes any material difference over a 2-day PR. First is if the watch is a weekday watch which is swapped for something else at the weekend. Second is if you rotate the watch in every 3 days. Every 2 days and a 48hr PR is fine; every 4 days or more and not even a 72hr PR will help. If neither applies to you then the answer is BLNR.

9 June 2018, 07:58 AM	#6
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,173	They will, at some point. Makes no difference. If I wanted the BLNR I'd get it now. The DBlue got updated, I want the new one becasue of the bracelet, the movement is just bonus. Given the option between the two on identical bracelets I'd get the one I could source the fastest. The watch will outlive me no matter what caliber is inside.

9 June 2018, 07:59 AM	#7
Helmi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Doha Posts: 2,065	Blnr no question. Tudor is nice but no contest there

9 June 2018, 08:00 AM	#8
schoolboy Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: Jesus Location: Texas Watch: 116234 Posts: 8,721	This is a very tough choice. Another selling point for the Tudor is that it is 200m water resistant. To my understanding, a dive watch has to have at least 200m water resistance. The point I am trying to make is that the Tudor is a GMT with the water resistance of a dive watch. Pretty cool if you ask me Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 June 2018, 08:01 AM	#17
WS9D "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Steve Location: Shasta Watch: es..More Watches! Posts: 2,415	Blnr! Of all mine, my absolute favorite.

9 June 2018, 08:12 AM	#19
markseattle "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Northwest Watch: BLNR-Daytona C Posts: 192	For me the extra power reserve means very little but that probably depends on how you wear your watches. If you wear your watch everyday or only occasionally rotate, I don't see the advantage of the 70 hour power reserve. The BLNR is a great watch, if you've been wanting it and can get it, to me it's a no brainer. I've owned mine for a year and love it. I also like the Tudor GMT and should have mine soon. I agree with you that it has a more tool look to it. Good luck in your choice, there are no wrong choices here. Mark

9 June 2018, 08:14 AM	#20
Loevhagen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: The aperture Posts: 4,941	Tudor is second choice.

9 June 2018, 08:26 AM	#21
edyu 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: CA Posts: 737	not sure about your wrist but tudor is very heavy (and slightly top heavy) so unless you have the wrist for it, it will not be as comfortable.

9 June 2018, 08:32 AM	#22
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,443	BLNR without a doubt.

9 June 2018, 08:40 AM	#23
Spoonage 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: California Posts: 3,133	BLNR... It is a tool watch. Get what really sings. An extra 20hr power reserve means nothing really...

9 June 2018, 08:40 AM	#24
American Jedi Banned Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: HMFIC Location: Ubiquitous Watch: Rollie’s and JLC Posts: 415	Batman!

9 June 2018, 08:51 AM	#28
2nastie "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: YVR Watch: Time Only Posts: 2,332	BLNR without a doubt. If they update the movement, I think the entire watch/bezel will be updated to a new color combo. Just a small hunch. In addition, its a Rolex. Movement updates are rarely too significant. All of them are meant to stand the test of time anyways.

9 June 2018, 08:53 AM	#29
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	Without a doubt, the BLNR is my choice for you! __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

9 June 2018, 08:54 AM	#30
City74 Banned Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Bradley Location: Virginia Watch: Speedy Reduced Posts: 727	Honestly, I’d go Tudor. There is a HUGE price difference between the 2 and since your wish washy buy the cheaper first. If you love it great keep it and you saved a bunch. If you don’t then sell it. The 58 will still be super hot most likely if you don’t keep it long and probably won’t lose much if any. Then you can go buy the Rolex and try it

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