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View Poll Results: TUDOR GMT - Straps or Bracelet?
OEM Bracelet 55 74.32%
Black NATO 3 4.05%
Blue/Black NATO 2 2.70%
Red/Brown Leather Strap 14 18.92%
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Old 29 September 2018, 05:05 AM   #1
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Tudor GMT - Strap(s) or Bracelet?

Hey, had the GMT for several months now and have been trying out some different strap/bracelet options. Thought I would share some of the one's I have tried.
Summer is coming to an end here, and I am leaning towards the leather, which I think looks great on the watch, but I am not sure once I have it on. I find the straps look so different when on my wrist.
Which do you guys think?

PS - apologies for the pic quality, I will just admit I am poor at taking them.

First up, the OEM bracelet. I like it, but wouldn't say I love it; even though this is a hefty watch, it doesn't feel overwhelmingly so with this sold riveted bracelet. No watch-arm fatigue or strains yet. Look and feel of the watch is slightly more industrial, clinical even.

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Then a black Crown and Buckle supreme single NATO. Nice and soft, more sporty.Looks a little plain to me though, and maybe not doing that beautiful face and crown much justice?

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Old 29 September 2018, 05:07 AM   #2
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I really love their rivet bracelet so I am afraid I may not be helpful here. However I could see the brown distressed strap as a great option
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Old 29 September 2018, 05:09 AM   #3
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Next on a Black/Blue Crown and Buckle supreme single NATO. Same comfort; think the colours compliment better. Considering a twin red stripe one as well (similar) to OEM fabric strap for a similar reason. Only thing about the NATO is given the watches heft (height and weight in this case), and maybe a combination of the fact that I cannot get the strap snug without feeling too tight, is that it feels top heavy. A feeling I didnt get with the bracelet.

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And finally a padded Watchgecko stitched brown leather strap. Nice warmth, and really pops the bezel colours. Comfort, and no top-heaviness. Think the fact that the leather is padded and quite thick ( approx 6-7mm) is a necessity in avoiding that.

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So what do you think? Happy to provide better pics to help.
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Old 29 September 2018, 05:26 AM   #4
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For me, the only right answer is bracelet. The combo of thick case plus spring bar holes being positioned far (relatively speaking) from the case makes straps not work for me on the BB GMT.

Just my two cents.
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Old 29 September 2018, 05:43 AM   #5
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That is a Fine looking Time Piece ! So, wherever the Dart Sticks, Go for it !
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Old 29 September 2018, 05:45 AM   #6
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Nice watch.
Out of options you have presented
1st Bracelet
2nd Black NATO
Other 2 aren't an option for me.
Personally I prefer the GMT on the Tudor issue brown leather strap.
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Old 29 September 2018, 06:43 AM   #7
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Bracelet for me.
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Old 29 September 2018, 06:45 AM   #8
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Much prefer the bracelet over a strap
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Old 30 September 2018, 10:34 AM   #9
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When buying new I'd say always get the bracelet even if you don't like to wear it. It ads value and would cost three times the difference it you wanted to source one later. I've tried every type of strap but always go back to the bracelet.

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Old 30 September 2018, 12:08 PM   #10
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I have put it back on bracelet. I think I have to agree with the majority here, the bracelet looks and feels the best. I also agree with the deep lugs comment, it makes straps feel too insubstantial. I felt the same way with the BB on OEM strap. Perhaps the OEM leather is different in this aspect?
Anyway, thanks for the comments and feedback.
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Old 30 September 2018, 12:27 PM   #11
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Bracelet hence why I have ordered that, I would like to see it fitted to a Jubilee thought to see what it looks like.
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Old 15 December 2019, 06:03 PM   #13
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Anything but bracelet for me

When I bought mine I had all 3 options available to me to try on. The bracelet, the Siena and the nato. The Siena was the one my heart skipped a beat for.
Then I learned a bout the Zulu and military nato design and bought some to try on. I was amazed how these nato straps complement the vintage look of the watch and make it even more versatile and practical in summer hot days.
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For me, the only right answer is bracelet. The combo of thick case plus spring bar holes being positioned far (relatively speaking) from the case makes straps not work for me on the BB GMT.

Just my two cents.
This. It’s the same on all the black bay sports models from my experience. A shame really.
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Old 15 December 2019, 07:09 PM   #15
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For me personally OEM bracelet hands down.

I may not have the Tudor GMT, but I have the Black Bay Blue ETA which has similar dimensions albeit negligibly thinner. I have tried it on NATOs and leather straps both OEM and aftermarket and the bracelet looks best every time.

Whichever one you pick, I am sure it will be the right one as it would suit your tastes.
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