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Old 9 November 2013, 10:49 PM   #1
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* * * * * The official TUDOR BLACK BAY owners thread * * * * *

Well I've seen a lot of these posts

Original 16610LV club
Deepsea owners club
daytona, GMT, ... and all the rest

On the other hand I 've seen quite a lot of posts about the Tudor Black Bay. A lot of us have one or will buy one. Many say it's the best looking Tudor out there.
I even dare to say it's more beautifull than ... the other Rolexes I have

So why not put all this info, pics, wristshots etc all together in one thread ... The Black Bay owners club


Welcome.............. buy this wonderfull piece ..............and join the club LOL

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Old 9 November 2013, 10:51 PM   #2
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Old 9 November 2013, 10:53 PM   #3
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Old 9 November 2013, 11:00 PM   #4
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What is that cork like substance where the flip lock hinges? Haven't noticed that
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Old 9 November 2013, 11:09 PM   #5
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What is that cork like substance where the flip lock hinges? Haven't noticed that
it's a macro shot so it seems to be much bigger than it is ... I suppose it's just a reflection of the inner side of the flip lock. So I guess it's some dust on the inner side of the flip lock
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Old 9 November 2013, 11:20 PM   #6
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My photos aren't as cool as yours but at least I'm in the club.
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Old 9 November 2013, 11:29 PM   #7
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This thread is going to boost sales.!!! I really like this watch. Hopefully I get to see one in Dubai in a few months.
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Old 9 November 2013, 11:42 PM   #8
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Dayamm, nice pics.

I see this thread will get dangerous quick. On leather, this watch is incredible.
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Old 9 November 2013, 11:46 PM   #9
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What is that cork like substance where the flip lock hinges? Haven't noticed that
What I believe you are referring to is the ivory ceramic ball bearing which Tudor uses to secure the flip lock in place. Pretty cool, only concern is longevity or replacement costs if they're high.
I like it though.
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Old 9 November 2013, 11:53 PM   #10
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Here is my pics I've put together when I got mine.

My views on The Tudor Black Bay
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Old 9 November 2013, 11:56 PM   #11
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^ Uh oh, game over.
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Old 10 November 2013, 12:22 AM   #12
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Old 10 November 2013, 12:27 AM   #13
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Have to say Tudior never did it for me ... Until yesterday .... When I saw the new collection like black bay and palagos (do you spell it like this) in a window ... Wow. I would so wear one .... But first i NEED a datejust ... With white stick dial on an oyster bracelet or a date ... Have not made up my mind ... Maybe i go 34mm
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Old 10 November 2013, 01:12 AM   #14
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PLEASE.....HAVE MERCY ON ME......been hunting for a pre-owned here down under....still NO LUCK
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Old 10 November 2013, 02:11 AM   #15
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PLEASE.....HAVE MERCY ON ME......been hunting for a pre-owned here down under....still NO LUCK
Do you have to buy from down under ? I have a brand new one available for sale but I'm in the UK
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Old 10 November 2013, 02:15 AM   #16
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Do you have to buy from down under ? I have a brand new one available for sale but I'm in the UK
Well for anything above $1K...I will have to pay Custom Fees Plus the additional GST...that would mean at least 10% extra on top...From experience even a bargain item....may ended up so so (compare to brand new from AD plus haggling) .... ALSO, maybe it's just me...I just feel more at ease when dealing face to face (or at least being able to see the item myself).
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Old 10 November 2013, 02:50 AM   #17
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.....ceramic ball bearing....concern is longevity or replacement costs if they're high.....
I like it though.
Nice watch.

Ceramic bezels. Ceramic ball bearings... "concern is longevity or replacement costs if they're high....." Mine too.
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Old 10 November 2013, 03:03 AM   #18
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Nice watch.

Ceramic bezels. Ceramic ball bearings... "concern is longevity or replacement costs if they're high....." Mine too.
No ceramic bezel on Black Bay.
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Old 10 November 2013, 03:05 AM   #19
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Here's a few pics of my Black Bay. It's a great piece. Highly recommend it to anyone who's got the bug.
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Old 10 November 2013, 03:06 AM   #20
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No ceramic bezel on Black Bay.
Which is totally appropriate for this model too.
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I like the watch.....but for Tudor to allow it to leave the factory with that leather strap without endlinks is a travesty.....IMHO
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Old 10 November 2013, 03:42 AM   #22
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I like the watch.....but for Tudor to allow it to leave the factory with that leather strap without endlinks is a travesty.....IMHO
Agree endlinks should be included with the leather version.
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Old 10 November 2013, 05:19 AM   #23
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Old 10 November 2013, 07:41 AM   #25
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Oh man, I am just about to receive my second Pelagos, and been thinking about the BB, and wanted to hold off a little, but these kinds of threads are deadly!
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Old 10 November 2013, 08:54 AM   #27
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Have any of you kept track of how well the BB is keeping time? There was a post a few months ago referencing an article that said there was a good deal of variation with some seeing +\- 10 secs per day.
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Old 11 November 2013, 12:55 PM   #29
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Old 11 November 2013, 02:11 PM   #30
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New to the forum and the Black Bay club. A few quick iphone shots.



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