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Solo118 · 17 April 2013, 02:23 AM

Hey All,

Looks like there is not much discussion on the black bay or heritage chrono lately. I have tried searching, but if anyone has input I would greatly appreciate it.

The largest watch (besides a quick flip of a Pam 111) I have owned was an Explorer II 42mm. It had a great fit, but can't go larger or taller.

Now since I got my grail, I do not have a stainless watch to wear daily. I am looking for an economic watch with some flair. I love both the black bay and heritage chrono with grey dial. If I can find a good pre owned model, I will likely buy it but I need to make sure either would be a good fit. At this point I'm leaning towards the chrono.

It's impossible to try one on here in NYC. If anyone can comment how either watch would wear compared to an Explorer 42mm or Sub C I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks in advance!!

NKflyer · 17 April 2013, 02:35 AM

I have all three; BB, THC and Exp II 42mm.

Width-wise, they are all about the same.

The BB is thicker than the Exp2 and the THC is thicker than the BB. Although the Tudors are thicker, this is offset somewhat because the backs are so flat.

The SUB-C looks small in comparison to any of these.

Solo118 · 17 April 2013, 02:38 AM

Thank you! Do you have a similar shot of the chrono vs exp ii?

I didnt think the chrono was that thick, I really love how it looks but can't handle such a large watch.

NKflyer · 17 April 2013, 02:47 AM

Taken now, just for you!

In order: Exp2, THC, and BB

Solo118 · 17 April 2013, 02:50 AM

Oh man. They both look great!!

Thank you so much for the pics. Looks like I might try the chrono. The case back is indeed flat even compared to the Exp II.

NKflyer · 17 April 2013, 02:59 AM

You're welcome. And I just realized that I never set the Exp2 for daylight savings... I guess you now know which one gets worn the least!

Frogman4me · 17 April 2013, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NKflyer

Taken now, just for you!

In order: Exp2, THC, and BB

Great trio! Love the Tudors ;)

ledas1 · 17 April 2013, 04:37 AM

Very nice.

HRV · 17 April 2013, 06:47 AM

Great pics, thanks for taking the time to post

AmbSteve · 17 April 2013, 08:29 AM

Wow, these comparison shots are great. I'm really digging those Tudors (and of course the Exp II)

17 April 2013, 02:23 AM	#1
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,091	How Does a Tudor BB or HC Wear vs. Exp II 42mm Hey All, Looks like there is not much discussion on the black bay or heritage chrono lately. I have tried searching, but if anyone has input I would greatly appreciate it. The largest watch (besides a quick flip of a Pam 111) I have owned was an Explorer II 42mm. It had a great fit, but can't go larger or taller. Now since I got my grail, I do not have a stainless watch to wear daily. I am looking for an economic watch with some flair. I love both the black bay and heritage chrono with grey dial. If I can find a good pre owned model, I will likely buy it but I need to make sure either would be a good fit. At this point I'm leaning towards the chrono. It's impossible to try one on here in NYC. If anyone can comment how either watch would wear compared to an Explorer 42mm or Sub C I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks in advance!!

17 April 2013, 04:37 AM	#8
ledas1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Joey Location: SoCaL coast Watch: -ing bikinis Posts: 174	Very nice. __________________ -HP 8590B-001- -DDII 218238, mfg2013-YMII 116688, mfg2013-DJ 14kt shell, mfg1979

17 April 2013, 08:29 AM	#10
AmbSteve "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: San Angelo, TX Watch: Rlx,Omega,JLC,Breg Posts: 1,699	Wow, these comparison shots are great. I'm really digging those Tudors (and of course the Exp II) __________________

17 April 2013, 02:35 AM	#2
NKflyer 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Richard Location: Colorado Posts: 2,858	I have all three; BB, THC and Exp II 42mm. Width-wise, they are all about the same. The BB is thicker than the Exp2 and the THC is thicker than the BB. Although the Tudors are thicker, this is offset somewhat because the backs are so flat. The SUB-C looks small in comparison to any of these.

17 April 2013, 02:38 AM	#3
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,091	Thank you! Do you have a similar shot of the chrono vs exp ii? I didnt think the chrono was that thick, I really love how it looks but can't handle such a large watch.

17 April 2013, 02:47 AM	#4
NKflyer 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Richard Location: Colorado Posts: 2,858	Taken now, just for you! In order: Exp2, THC, and BB

17 April 2013, 02:50 AM	#5
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,091	Oh man. They both look great!! Thank you so much for the pics. Looks like I might try the chrono. The case back is indeed flat even compared to the Exp II.

17 April 2013, 02:59 AM	#6
NKflyer 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Richard Location: Colorado Posts: 2,858	You're welcome. And I just realized that I never set the Exp2 for daylight savings... I guess you now know which one gets worn the least!

17 April 2013, 06:47 AM	#9
HRV "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Andrew Location: johannesburg Watch: ROLEX Posts: 4,407	Great pics, thanks for taking the time to post

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