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29 December 2010, 03:39 AM | #1 |
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Difference Between Rolex and Tudor?
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I know and understand Rolex fairly well in terms of movements, quality, craftsmanship etc., however i'm new to Tudor. Just wondering what are the main differences between the two. I know that Tudor is under the Rolex umbrella, but don't know much more. Thanks in advance. |
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In House vs ETA movements. Both are great watches, and are of very similar quality. Tudor's just priced lower due to the movement.
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Tudor = ETA movement = lower price Rolex = In house movement = higher price How about quality and craftsmanship? Rolex uses a lot of white gold, what about Tudor. |
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Yes that's how I also understand the difference to be. The ETA movement is of course still high quality so the Tudor makes for a fantastic watch at a lower price than Rolex. Also I find Tudor tend to be a little more modern with their designs while Rolex a little more traditional/classic - if that's the corrct way to describe. I thin Rolex and Tudor compliment each other very well.
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I know exactly what you mean. When I bought my Submariner I found I no longer wore my Omegas so sold both and bought a GMT. I wear both my Sub and GMT equally. I still like Omega but Rolex is king! As for Tudor, well you are getting the next best possible thing to a Rolex. All part of the same family so if you like the look of their watches I don't think you can go far wrong. M Last edited by NMS75; 29 December 2010 at 04:14 AM.. Reason: Typos |
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I'm not talking material cost...I'm talking brag factor from the MFG.
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IMHO, both are Timex's.
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Tudor is, and always will be, second banana to Rolex. As it should be. That's the reason for Tudor's existence and serves the purpose Hans Wilsdof originally intended. It's proven to be very successful. dP
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I've gotta say, slipping on my HC after a Rolex doesn't feel like I'm stepping down.
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I look at it this way;
Rolex = Lexus Tudor = Toyota
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with the hairspring.Rolex make very fine movements so do many others, and today there have been quite a few mediocre in-house movements by the various brands over the years.Even today Rolex still out-source there watch mainspring manufacture.While I applaud Rolex now for making there own escapement parts like shock protection and hairsprings to become totally self sufficient in watch manufacture.In the pre 2000 Oyster Tudors IMHO the only step down from Rolex was the price .
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In the end, only you know if Tudors sing for you. But to me, Tudors are every bit as tough, reliable and classy as Rolex. |
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IMO, You can't go wrong with a Tudor chrono and it has a date function also.
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Funny that you say this. I own both. My wife drives the Lexus and I the Toyota. Both very nice but there is a definite price difference. One has more bells and whistles than the other along with a slightly better product, but nonetheless both reliable. Well put my friend.
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X 1,000!
Except you can count on a Timex...
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Does any of you Torontonians know where they sell Tudor watches.
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I don't know if it's said here in this thread, as I undersand that every Rolex movement is COSC certified while Tudor is not. However, I like my Tudor HC very much!
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That is one gorgeous watch there, ersnyder.
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tudors are cool..... especially the early chrono/divers
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Tudor watches are beautiful. Of course I love Rolex. I may be gullable about the movement issue but I perfer the in house movement.
I once owned a Blue Tudor snowflake sub. Someday I hope to replace it.
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Ain't that the truth....them and Paris Hilton....Ick....
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