Tudor Black Bay Ceramic Strap and Clasp?

[sanman28]

Anybody have any real time on their leather/rubber strap and pvd clasp? I’m worried they won’t age well…..the clasp certainly. Why the heck can’t Rolex Tudor make a ceramic clasp or pin and buckle like omega?

[waxy88]

Had mine a year, the only issue I have is the little loops that hold the end of the strap have been fraying a bit. Other than that it is still as new

[McKay]

Wear mine a lot. In the pool and shower. So far holding up good. I don’t think it’s real leather. Seams more like and alcantara to me. The clasp however is not the most comfortable. I wish Rubber B made straps for it as that is the route I would go.

[bluestreak]

Originally Posted by McKay

Wear mine a lot. In the pool and shower. So far holding up good. I don’t think it’s real leather. Seams more like and alcantara to me. The clasp however is not the most comfortable. I wish Rubber B made straps for it as that is the route I would go.

https://vanguardstraps.com/products/...lack-bay-black

[sanman28]

How about wearing out the pvd when wrist is on a desk all day?

[bluestreak]

I just threw mine on a NATO with a black clasp. Cheap enough to replace if it wears out. I didn’t like the Tudor Leather/rubber hybrid.



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[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by McKay

I wish Rubber B made straps for it as that is the route I would go.

Why pay more than Bartons or the many bands available on Amazon and AliExpress? Check AliExpress... you'll be amazed at the deals

[bluestreak]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Why pay more than Bartons or the many bands available on Amazon and AliExpress? Check AliExpress... you'll be amazed at the deals

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I like yours, but the rubber B and Vanguard are custom fit. They are worth the extra money if you want that type of look.

Here’s someone else’s pick from another forum so you can see what I mean.

[sanman28]

Originally Posted by bluestreak

I just threw mine on a NATO with a black clasp. Cheap enough to replace if it wears out. I didn’t like the Tudor Leather/rubber hybrid.



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Ive got a few of those Erica’s MN straps on some other watches. Love em.

[McKay]

Ordered the Vanguard. Thx bluestreak!

[bluestreak]

Originally Posted by McKay

Ordered the Vanguard. Thx bluestreak!

Awesome. Mine is on the way as well!

[Twisted Vicar]

Mines on an EO Black Ops with PVD hardware

[GH.Chrono]

Agree with the comments above, although I have not worn it often it has had some use. Bracelet holding up well, slightly frayed loops and the clasp is not that comfortable. Lovely watch though and really goes under the radar!

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by bluestreak

I like yours, but the rubber B and Vanguard are custom fit. They are worth the extra money if you want that type of look.

Check AliExpress, they have many like those in various colors for $30.

https://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale...home.1000002.0

[garyk]

I’ve got many of the lesser expensive straps like Barton and Strapsco, amazingly good stuff!

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by waxy88

Had mine a year, the only issue I have is the little loops that hold the end of the strap have been fraying a bit. Other than that it is still as new

I've had the same exact issue, except I've only had mine since this summer. Admittedly, though, wore it a LOT since that time. Was wondering if anyone else was. Thanks for posting.

I'm planning on addressing it with the AD one of these days...interested to see what Tudor's response will be. Keep us posted on the status of yours, pleas.

[McKay]

Originally Posted by bluestreak

Awesome. Mine is on the way as well!

Mine came in and it doesn't fit. Kinda what I was afraid of as on Rubber B site they say theirs does not fit the ceramic model. Need to spend some time with it to see if I can modify it to fit.

[bluestreak]

Originally Posted by McKay

Mine came in and it doesn't fit. Kinda what I was afraid of as on Rubber B site they say theirs does not fit the ceramic model. Need to spend some time with it to see if I can modify it to fit.

I contacted them and they said it doesn’t fit the ceramic. Which is a Shame since the site says it fits all black bay 41 mm models.

[samson66]

Originally Posted by McKay

Mine came in and it doesn't fit. Kinda what I was afraid of as on Rubber B site they say theirs does not fit the ceramic model. Need to spend some time with it to see if I can modify it to fit.

Originally Posted by bluestreak

I contacted them and they said it doesn’t fit the ceramic. Which is a Shame since the site says it fits all black bay 41 mm models.

Same here. Sent mine back today. I pointed out that their website says "fits ALL 41mm Black Bay models" but I see today they haven't changed the wording on the site.

For the OP, the main reason they don't make the deployant clasp out of ceramic is the danger of it shattering. A chunk of ceramic that thin and long, and in a vulnerable spot like the bottom of the wrist, is a big risk that it would bang on something and come apart. SS is the way to go.

So far I haven't seen any issues with the coating coming off. If it does wear off at all I imagine it would take a while and you could always buy a replacement deployant clasp down the road if needed. I wouldn't let the fear of scratching a clasp keep you from buying this or any other watch.

[GONZO2LR]

that Tudor looks great on those straps...even on leather....