Tudor's Weird GMT Hand??

[vipereaper30]

I like how it draws the eye to the bezel so it works for me. Mercedes hand mod on this model might be needed though. If the hour markers were square it would work but there's one too many snowflakes as it is.

[Onikage]

Originally Posted by vipereaper30

I like how it draws the eye to the bezel so it works for me. Mercedes hand mod on this model might be needed though. If the hour markers were square it would work but there's one too many snowflakes as it is.

Wanna bet Rolex Merc hands won't fit Tudor's GMT movement.

[donq]

The hand is pointing to the bezel, not the markings on the dial.

Makes sense to me.

[cptdean]

I would like it more as just a straight red stick (that doesn’t extend past the chapter ring). I don’t think it needs the diamond.

[Glidelock]

The length of the GMT hand is...perfect, and just it should!

[Rashid.bk]

Originally Posted by donq

The hand is pointing to the bezel, not the markings on the dial.

Makes sense to me.

I agree it points to the bezel, that's obvious, I stated that in my original post. But can't it point to the bezel by being 1 mm shorter within the chapter ring. Would you be lost in reading the time from the bezel if it were inside...

The minute hand on the BB dive watches or even Rolex divers has the function to count time from the bezel yet the minute hand stays within the chapter riing. The GMT llC's hand doesn't extend beyond the minute markers.

Based on the older picture that was posted I think it is simply another throwback design cue. It doesn't look good in my opinion but it is original.
Like all things on this forum, looking at macro images of case lugs and GMT hands make it more of an issue than it is. On the wrist these things tend to not be remotely as noticeable. It doesn't help it has a wierd shape. A thin arrow or just straight red hand would have been much more visually appealing, imo.
Will have to see this one in the metal.

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by Etschell

where can i find this version with the 4 gmt hands. i need to know what time it is in the entire usa at all times.

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[landroverking]

Throw back to the vintage GMT. Homage if you will.

[Fabrice M]

Originally Posted by Rashid.bk

Thank you, hadn't seen that image. I'm pretty sure I pointed out that I wouldn't buy the watch if I didn't like it, your comment was unnecessary. Didn't ask for buying advice. Seems like some folks are a little wound tight today. Guess this would have been a better thread if I asked would this be a future investment.

Nobody knows, obviously, but I doubt tudors are great investment... If you are looking for an investment, vintage Rolex gmt's or even the gmt II stick dial if you don't want a vintage would be much better and at least proven investments. I think the GMT Tudor is a lovely watch, and I am getting one.

[GMT Aviator]

The Tudor GMT is a lovely watch. The extended GMT hand is clearly a homage to the early GMT hands of yester-year.
I’m just not sure about the snowflake thing going on. I realise it’s a Tudor hallmark almost, and may be enforced by big brother to provide clear differentiation from the mothership.

[HogwldFLTR]

I love the way Tudor did this watch. I wouldn't change a thing. I like watches I can actually easily read in the dark. I see no issue with the hand covering the markers or the date.I can believe that would come up as an issue for some. Obviously different strokes for different folks.

[bdex75]

Never had a GMT and hadn’t noticed. I bet in person it will be just fine. Could be the curved crystal playing tricks on your eyes at the edges. Like this.......



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[cpefy3]

Not a big fan of how it looks personally, but that’s just me

[Ben.McDonald7]

The all red and snowflake GMT hand are my main issues with the Tudor GMT. Extending a little too far does look a little wierd but the snowflake GMT hand is a bigger issue to me.

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[frankoman]

Originally Posted by Rashid.bk

I'm lost, grammar police, wow... if you're point is I make no sense. Then cool. Otherwise I have no idea what is missing. Seems pretty clear that I'm asking if perhaps someone knows the reason. Every aspect of the Tudors design can be referenced to a specific trait historically to Rolex and Tudor history and heritage.
I could not find a reason why the GMT hand would extend past the dial circumstances.

HMM Every question is missing the answer - that wasn't helpful to you though just annoying.

[7Kenhinho]

Originally Posted by Thuilln

Tudor makes many things wrong. The long crown tube is another example of "Why?". It just looks silly.

Would've worked if it was color coded to signify that the crown is out, and will disappear once it is screwed down.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Etschell

where can i find this version with the 4 gmt hands. i need to know what time it is in the entire usa at all times.

Don't forget Guam. Could be the start of WW3 so actually matters

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by AK797

Don't forget Guam. Could be the start of WW3 so actually matters

you just gave me a better idea. the 24 hand gmt.

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by bdex75

Never had a GMT and hadn’t noticed. I bet in person it will be just fine. Could be the curved crystal playing tricks on your eyes at the edges. Like this.......



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that watch is very cool

[Spartacus]

Originally Posted by Devildog

It’s because the 24 hour hand references the time on the bezel, not the dial

[GradyPhilpott]

I don't see anything wrong with the any of the hands on the Tudor GMT.

Either you like snowflake hands or you don't.

There's one thing about the hands of a functioning analog watch; the hands are always moving.

I find it hard to believe that having the date window obscured for about one minute every twenty-four hours would be a problem for anyone, if indeed that is an actual issue.

[gregmoeck]

Originally Posted by Rashid.bk

Here's a head on image from Tudor's web page.

I dont think this watch looks right. I wouldnt have released it in this color combo

[frankoman]

Originally Posted by Devildog

It’s because the 24 hour hand references the time on the bezel, not the dial

[bdex75]

Originally Posted by Etschell

that watch is very cool

If it is one thing Oris has figured out it is crystals. The 1917 is incredible. And my Carl Brashear bronze with the top hat sapphire is awesome as well.

I have never wore this one. Need to find a good strap for it as I never wear the factory ones for sell time.


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[GreatScott]

Originally Posted by gt0279a

100% Agree it looks wierd.

But, I believe it was in effort to reduce the possibility of the hand obstructing the hour markers, date and regular hour & seconds hand.

See here in this photoshop:

This is what I though as well.

[drmizzou]

Doesn’t bother me! I’ll still buy one!

[Onikage]

I already have what I believe is the ultimate Rolex GMT so to me this is the ultimate Tudor Black Bay. It has a date, snowflakes, and GMT complicatio. What's not to like?

[Andad]

At least the small snowflake on the hour hand was designed so as not to obscure the makers name at any time.

[mountainjogger]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

I don't see anything wrong with the any of the hands on the Tudor GMT.

Either you like snowflake hands or you don't.

There's one thing about the hands of a functioning analog watch; the hands are always moving.

I find it hard to believe that having the date window obscured for about one minute every twenty-four hours would be a problem for anyone, if indeed that is an actual issue.

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by Rashid.bk

The red GMT hand seems to me to be too long. It protrudes past the outer perimeter of the gilt dial. That just seems very wrong to me.

i get what you are saying but i prefer it. The GMT hand is pointing to the bezel which is outside of the dial so i actually think most GMT hands are too short.