Tudor GMT: contemplating

[Mr. Superlative]

A milestone birthday is fast approaching, the wife wants gift ideas, and you can guess what I’ve said.

Tried this GMT on today. I do like it, but I cannot yet decide if I like it enough to own it. I’d be keen to hear your thoughts on this piece...

Thanks all.

[derekhayden]

I own it on bracelet and it's been my go to watch for the past year. Mine did have the date issue shortly after purchase (July 2018) but was quickly repaired. It also keeps the best time of any watch I have ever owned. It started taking up so much wrist time that I let go of my other GMT which was a Polar 216570.

I say buy it and enjoy. Happy Birthday

[nationalrobert]

Fantastic watch

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[GarbanzoNegro]

If it is not love at first sight, then pass and keep on looking/waiting for the right one.

[42itus]

I absolutely love the matte dial. It's my first and only Tudor and I love it. I chose the bracelet.

[matt_Denver]

Originally Posted by Mr. Superlative

A milestone birthday is fast approaching, the wife wants gift ideas, and you can guess what I’ve said.

Tried this GMT on today. I do like it, but I cannot yet decide if I like it enough to own it. I’d be keen to hear your thoughts on this piece...

Thanks all.

i just ordered that watch on the fabric strap. If the watch doesn't speak to you pick on that does. There no other Tudor (or Rolex) on your wish list?

[Bluside]

My Tudor GMT has gotten most of my wrist time this past year. Fantastic watch. Get it on the bracelet. You can always buy some other kind of strap later if so inclined.

[DPE]

I love my Tudor GMT. Purchased the bracelet version. Can always add a strap at a cheaper cost than adding a bracelet later at a dearer cost.

[58junior]

Great Watch. Very vintage Rolex vibe but bolder. Ditch the suit and wear it with jeans and a t-shirt!

[Gmt21]

I owned one, and sold it. I wasn't ok with the thickness height of the case.

[Bizcut1]

Worried about the date issue (still). Want to pull the trigger but also concerned about the lack of transparency on this on Tudor's part...

[No SUBctitute]

Originally Posted by Bizcut1

Worried about the date issue (still). Want to pull the trigger but also concerned about the lack of transparency on this on Tudor's part...

+1

I would have much more respect for the brand if they would come clean with the problem and detail the fix. I can't stand some things about Rolex. I just really like some of their watches.

[bonatto]

Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

+1

I would have much more respect for the brand if they would come clean with the problem and detail the fix. I can't stand some things about Rolex. I just really like some of their watches.

Have they not been fixing it? I've had nothing but stellar warranty service from rolex. It's a brand new movement and these things happen to watches.

[No SUBctitute]

Originally Posted by bonatto

Have they not been fixing it? I've had nothing but stellar warranty service from rolex. It's a brand new movement and these things happen to watches.

I would rather get a brand new watch that doesn't need fixed, instead of a brand new watch that needs to be handled, opened, and repaired. Transparency on why and how the watches are affected, what percentage are affected, and what the fix is would be nice.

Yes, Tudor has been fixing them. But have you seen all the scratches and dings caused by RSC? Not to mention having to open a brand new watch. Not my preference.

[andrewjb88]

Originally Posted by Bizcut1

Worried about the date issue (still). Want to pull the trigger but also concerned about the lack of transparency on this on Tudor's part...

Mines just come back from the UK Rolex Service centre, I emailed them to say it had the issue and they said sent it straight to us. It had only done it once in nearly a years ownership.

[mgsooner]

I really don't like the date windows on any of the current Black Bay line. They look poorly finished and in general just stick out like a sore thumb. I've got a $400 Seiko with a better looking date window.

[No SUBctitute]

Originally Posted by mgsooner

I really don't like the date windows on any of the current Black Bay line. They look poorly finished and in general just stick out like a sore thumb. I've got a $400 Seiko with a better looking date window.

Okay. Your criticism on finish is probably fair. But if one wants a mechanical GMT find me a better one for the price. Especially one with a quickset 24-hour hand.

[aparker973]

Edit: Sry double post

[aparker973]

Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

Okay. Your criticism on finish is probably fair. But if one wants a mechanical GMT find me a better one for the price. Especially one with a quickset 24-hour hand.

I travel with this one more than my GMT2C

[No SUBctitute]

Originally Posted by aparker973

I travel with this one more than my GMT2C

Thanks for sharing!!!

[Blansky]

Not much of a Tudor fan because of the hands but that's a nice looking watch.

[MickCollins1916]

I bought this watch in December...and then fell in love with something else, so I sold the GMT in March. I had immediate seller’s remorse.

So, I bought another one and am nuts about it!


I love it on the bracelet and have enjoyed it on the Tudor fabric strap as well. I have an Everest strap for the black bays, and though I have yet to try it on here, I am sure it would also be comfortable.

The key reason I like this watch is that in spite of the relative case thickness, the bevels on the underside of the case plus the rounded caseback render it supremely comfortable for me.

Of course, I’m also a Sea-Dweller nut, so I don’t have an aversion to thick watches. YMMV.

[Dan Pierce]

Could not be happier w/ mine. Freakishly accurate and can't help but smile every time I look at it. Bought it on leather, which I plan to use this winter. Also bought and fell in love with the rivet bracelet.
dP

[Bizcut1]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Could not be happier w/ mine. Freakishly accurate and can't help but smile every time I look at it. Bought it on leather, which I plan to use this winter. Also bought and fell in love with the rivet bracelet.
dP

Weakening...it is so beautiful.

[Odie-r]

Owned it. It has A+ design and quality. Mine never had the date issue, and was a reliable tool watch.

I only sold it due to the thickness on wrist. I just felt it was a little too thick and 'slab sided' for my taste.

Otherwise I'd still have it today.

[Fabrice M]

It's a must have. I have several great watches to choose from, and this past year the GMT Tudor (on the steel bracelet) has got most of my wrist time. I usually like smaller watches (40mm), I have several Rolex(es), but Tudor is so comfortable and so perfectly balanced that you forget that it is a "bigger" watch. It doesn't look nor feel big. The finish is perfect, it feels like it will last forever, 3 days reserve... great piece. It has become one of my favorite... And you can even take it scuba diving...

[Mick006]

I’m glad I got mine. It’s a great casual watch. Wouldn’t be good as a one and only for me as I wear suits often, but great otherwise.

[Stevec14]

It’s a great watch. But it’s big. Try a black bay on first to see if it might be for you. A 16710 it is not (from someone that has had both and kept the Rolex)

[Ssunnylee24]

buy the one with bracelet.
you'll thank everyone who said the same later.

[GovernorsGovernor]

Never buy a watch of which you're on the fence... Matter of fact, I wouldn't even buy a watch that I 80% like...