I think I might prefer my Tudor GMT over my Rolex.

[rolexpatek363]

Originally Posted by jamesbondOO7

Of course if one compares aluminium bezel to ceramic, aluminium will always win. But Tudor?

The two brands are interchangeable these days, IMO. Tudor's a Rolex with the bling removed.

[jamesbondOO7]

Originally Posted by rolexpatek363

The two brands are interchangeable these days, IMO. Tudor's a Rolex with the bling removed.

A bit more than just bling. But bling definitely, which is not a positive. A Tudor looks just…sad.

[worldofoyster]

I understand what you mean!

[the dark knight]

I'm prob going to be the only one here. But if willing to ignore value retention, I dare say I'd rather have the trio of the BB58 GMT, BB54, and BB Chrono over 6 digit BLRO, Sub, and Daytona models. Mainly because having owned 5 of the 6 watches so far, Tudor is obviously just easier to wear anywhere these days without much worry. The BLRO and Daytona can stick out like a sore thumb at times.

That's also factoring in my own major bias towards brand new watches. If Rolex still produced them, the 16710, 16610, and 16520 would beat the pants off both of the above trios for me.

[rockysw]

Tudor is awesome. I think I will prefer this new GMT over rolex as daily wear too but I am not a fan of those gilt accents. Black dial, white hour markers and any bezel (black, coke or pepsi) and I it is the perfect watch.

[Zach69SS]

Nothing like Rolex GMT, Tudor is great but not a Rolex , I own a BB GMT Pepsi bezel love it and wear it allot.

Whatever makes you happy on your wrist can be both.

Cheers!

[HKperf]

I totally get where you're coming from. The Tudor GMT has that rugged charm and practicality that makes it super appealing, especially for travel. Sometimes less flashy is more enjoyable for everyday wear. Enjoy your Tudor and have a great weekend!

[colonelpurple]

I think they are both lovely watches. Familiarity breeds contempt and its natural to like a newer watch more. Personally I prefer the Rolex, but the Tudor is somewhat lower key and good to wear in a t-shirt in more challenging urban environments. Although I use my IWC Pilot for this :)

[reposado]

Thanks for all the comments guys,

Well!.. a bit of an update for you;

I've sold the BLNR!

Long story short a family member has been trying to get one for years and I thought you know what, it was a grail for me but i'm happy to let a family member have the pleasure of it. I sold it for the RRP I paid circa 2 years ago.

It's funny, it doesn't feel as if i've gotten rid of it, since it's still 'in the family'.

Still loving the '58 GMT, it brings me more joy than I think the Rolex did and feels good rationalising the collection somewhat.

[GreatScott]

I might do the same if they made a monochrome version

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[Mrngrz46]

Please let me know if you let go blnr

[reposado]

Originally Posted by Mrngrz46

Please let me know if you let go blnr

You definitely didn't read my last post!

[JRell]

Originally Posted by reposado

You definitely didn't read my last post!

You sold the only watch that IMO is worth keeping and the best of the SS Rolex. At the end of the day it is what you like most! My BLNR on jubilee is the best watch I have ever owned, over the TT CHNR, 126613LB, the 114060 and 124060, 126610LN and LV, and DJ 41 fluted jubilee white, black and blue. At the end of the day that is why makes Rolex great as they make favorites for everyone. I respect you, you sold a legend, probably made money, and got the watch YOU want. That is all that matters. Congrats!

[wristivities]

"The chicken will come back home to roost" the BLNR said to the owner who flipped it for a Tudor

[reposado]

Originally Posted by wristivities

"The chicken will come back home to roost" the BLNR said to the owner who flipped it for a Tudor

I don’t think it counts as flipping. I have sold the watch to a family member who has been on the list with their AD for a long time with no sign of one showing up. I sold it for what I bought it for and have the pleasure of seeing it being enjoyed on a loved one’s wrist.

[the dark knight]

OP, I too sold my BLNR a while ago, primarily because it was getting less wrist time and I was considering getting a 16710 again. Then a couple of days after I sold it Tudor announced the BB58 GMT, and now I'm waiting for one from the AD.

I have to reserve full judgment on the watch and this general thought process I've been having until I get watch and wear it. But I have a BB54 that I dare say I enjoy wearing more than my 41mm Sub.

As a guy that probably prefers the older Rolex 5-digit aesthetic and sizing, but strongly prefers to buy newer watches and appreciates some of the newer tech (like Glidelock/T-Fit), it's getting kinda hard justifying Rolex over Tudor for some of these models. Esp because Tudor has committed to smaller/thinner sizing to match the vintage aesthetic.

IF I keep the BB54 and BB58 GMT and end up selling the Sub, I would essentially have gone from a Sub/BLNR combo to the Tudor combo. And I'm thinking it might actually be the right move for me.

[reposado]

Originally Posted by the dark knight

OP, I too sold my BLNR a while ago, primarily because it was getting less wrist time and I was considering getting a 16710 again. Then a couple of days after I sold it Tudor announced the BB58 GMT, and now I'm waiting for one from the AD.

I have to reserve full judgment on the watch and this general thought process I've been having until I get watch and wear it. But I have a BB54 that I dare say I enjoy wearing more than my 41mm Sub.

As a guy that probably prefers the older Rolex 5-digit aesthetic and sizing, but strongly prefers to buy newer watches and appreciates some of the newer tech (like Glidelock/T-Fit), it's getting kinda hard justifying Rolex over Tudor for some of these models. Esp because Tudor has committed to smaller/thinner sizing to match the vintage aesthetic.

IF I keep the BB54 and BB58 GMT and end up selling the Sub, I would essentially have gone from a Sub/BLNR combo to the Tudor combo. And I'm thinking it might actually be the right move for me.

I think when one started collecting with the 5 digit models it is easier to appreciate the current Tudor aesthetic and what it offers. I think you’ll love the 58 GMT and hope it comes in soon for you.

It’s funny, there’s been a few responses in this thread saying it’s too thick, but I don’t think everyone realises this is a totally new model with new movement and case dimensions.

[TheVision]

Thing is once ya move past Rolex, you'll realize that most Rolex is for show where as other brands are really the ones that "sing to ya".

I love my sub and saved up years for it (got it at AD). And now getting batman end of this year but I bought a Panerai some months back and its taken over my sub as a daily driver. I swap the straps to rubber/leather at will and the large 44mm sandwich dial really sings to me. I haven't worn my sub as much since I got my Panerai.

Rolex -> to make a social statement
Other Brands -> ya wear it cos ya love it.