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23 June 2013, 01:44 AM | #31 |
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This thread got a little out of hand. Probably due to my poor wording in the first post.
I have no problem with ETA. It's just "everywhere" for various sums of money. I just wanted to know if I'd be getting the most out of my money with a THC. It sounds like I would. From what you've all said, it seems that the braclet, case, etc are made buy Tudor for only Tudor, which I like. My Watch Wish List is short but I think I'm adding the THC to it. Now I need an AD near me. |
23 June 2013, 01:44 AM | #32 |
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Here's a review on the 2892. Not a chrono movement, but a good read.
http://www.chronometrie.com/eta2892/eta2892.html Last paragraph: 'So how does it compare to the competition? There are some movements that match it in terms of accuracy and reliability, but in my humble opinion, none exceed it. The Rolex 3035 and 3135 match it toe to toe. But they are a lot thicker and considerably more expensive too. The PPs, while being very pretty to look at, do not match it for accuracy and are more delicate as far as reliability is concerned. Of course they’re also slightly thinner, so that does put them at a disadvantage. The JLC 889/2 does match it for accuracy, but is also too delicate to give it any competition in the reliability department. The main reason for the latter is its very weak mainspring. The whole design, while being well thought out and superbly executed, relies too much on everything being just perfect. It is just thrown out of wack too easily, when even minor things go out of adjustment. I don’t have too much experience on the Blancpain/Piguet movements. But from the few that have crossed my bench, they don’t seem to deliver the same accuracy that the 2892 has no trouble delivering. Let me know if I’ve left any of your favorite movements out, and I’ll gladly comment on them' |
23 June 2013, 01:47 AM | #33 |
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I love the look, the feel, the features, the accuracy...everything. When I'm wearing it, I have never once looked at it and though, "Gee...I'd like this watch so much more if it only had a different movement." It simply has no impact on my enjoyment of the watch, or the way I feel about its quality or value. I also enjoy the understated nature of the Tudor brand, especially since it's relatively unknown to most in the US where I live.
The OP said, "It costs about HALF what a Rolex costs but I keep thinking that I could use that money toward a Rolex." My mindset is exactly the opposite. I already own a Rolex (Explorer), but given my level of satisfaction with my Tudor, I would have a hard time justifying buying another new Rolex when I could buy two (or three) Tudors for the same money - especially if they keep churning out offerings like the Black Bay, Pelagos, etc. I won't abandon Rolexes altogether, but as I continue to build my collection, I expect to add plenty of Tudors.
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23 June 2013, 01:51 AM | #34 |
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I agree the date feature would be nice, but if (actually, more like when) I pull the trigger on a Black Bay, I'll probably just use the rotating bezel to mark the date. Seems like a smart use of a feature that would probably otherwise go unused most of the time.
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23 June 2013, 01:54 AM | #35 |
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Tudor, to me, has some incredibly interesting offerings. The new blue is amazing.
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23 June 2013, 02:02 AM | #37 |
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nobody will convince you of anything but if i could ad this for thought, ask whether a rolex is worth over double and triple (or more and more) of some tudors and then you'll be open to trying a tudor asap. if you want to be a rolex owner, that's different. if you want to build a solid collection, a tudor should be in the mix imo. good luck.
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23 June 2013, 03:55 AM | #38 |
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If you like Rolex then Tudor is eventually a must have as they are siblings in my opinion. You will love the Tudor and I am certainly happy they are coming back to the US.
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23 June 2013, 08:12 AM | #39 |
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Not the ETA part that keeps me away. Not the Tudor name either.
It's the Dubois piggyback chrono. |
23 June 2013, 09:30 AM | #40 |
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Well, I am not a chrono fan anymore, but the piggyback is not a problem. Some argue that it can be better to work on. Besides, Omega, Audemars Piquet, Glashutte Original and Tag have all used it with success(and I know there are more). Pretty good company imo. It's also thinner than the 7750 by a large margin and slightly thinner than the El Primero if I remember correctly.
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23 June 2013, 10:04 AM | #41 |
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Well my TriBeCa is always miss firing. Second doesn't reset.
30 minute always off. Doesn't reset but to one. This is now the 3rd time around. Never had this happen to a SMP or Heuer with the Valjous 72. Same as the vintage Daytona. |
23 June 2013, 10:24 AM | #42 |
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Nothing wrong with an eta. A workhorse and easy to get parts I love them.
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23 June 2013, 11:41 AM | #43 |
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I hope that you get one! Tudors are fantastic watches, and I think you will really enjoy it if you get one. Consider going vintage and/or through a TRF seller, so you don't need to wait on your AD.
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23 June 2013, 11:51 AM | #44 |
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The black bay is a nice watch in three forms, leather, nylon or bracelet it looks amazing.
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23 June 2013, 09:46 PM | #45 |
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It's not a matter of convincing you op. it's up to you to decide if its worth it. I think the price point for Tudor is high, yes close to rolex new and equal to pre owned rolex for sure.
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23 June 2013, 11:41 PM | #46 |
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I think they are worth it though I'm always about buying a 6mo old one for considerably less.
If you want a THC absolutely do it. I own one and was so impressed I just bought a Pelagos even though I own two vintage snowflakes. It is possible to find them for a good discount. I got my THC for $2800 and it was just bought new in Oct. 2012.
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24 June 2013, 12:45 AM | #48 |
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I do think anyone can get a chrono lemon. I have owned many el primeros by different companies, most being very accurate and reliable, though not so stout. However, I had one that it seemed to be more like a true lemon, nickle and diming me to death. I finally had it and got rid of it cheap. But I have not had a piggy back so can't say in that case.
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24 June 2013, 12:53 AM | #49 |
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Is Tudor worth it....Absolutely!!!
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