ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

submariner66 · 24 October 2012, 08:10 AM

Ok, so after seeing way too many pics of them on this forum, and reading all the great things that are said about them. Now I want one. The question is where do I buy one from? They are not sold in the United States. Where do you guys recommend buying them from besides on this forum? Is there a store where they can be seen and tried on?

I understand they are ETA movements. Is there any issue with ETA movements/parts, and getting them serviced? What is there to consider when buying a BNIB tudor sub, any movement or model more or less desirable, reliable, service etc..

Dr. Robert · 24 October 2012, 08:30 AM

ETA movts. are fine....a competent watchmaker can service them......if you have Canadian friends or travel there..you can get one.

Dan Pierce · 24 October 2012, 08:32 AM

John, take the time to google your a$$ off and learn as much as you can about the brand and it's history. I'm not at my home computer to add links, sorry. But a quick search will get you started. Then decide what reference frosts your flakes. At that point you're in the home stretch and ready to snag some lifetime enjoyment.
Best of luck, it's well worth it.
dP

~JJ · 24 October 2012, 08:39 AM

Since your in New York, I would find an AD in Canada in advanced to ensure the models that your interested in are in stock, then spend a weekend with our friends from the North! I did this to get my Pelagos and had a blast!

Chewbacca · 24 October 2012, 08:43 AM

i'm a tudor convert... albeit, USPS seems to be making my life difficult right now...!

lhanddds · 24 October 2012, 09:02 AM

Don't forget vintage Tudors

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Israguard · 24 October 2012, 09:25 AM

I'm in Montreal. PM me and I will send you back details of one of Montreals largest Rolex dealers that carries Tudor.

1Daytona · 24 October 2012, 10:15 AM

There are always ads for Tudors on this website, should be no problem to buy one.

77T · 24 October 2012, 01:40 PM

I don't think I would do the run to Canada unless you absolutely must have a BNIB from an AD. TRF Classifieds and/or a WTB might be better.

Chewbacca · 25 October 2012, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

I don't think I would do the run to Canada unless you absolutely must have a BNIB from an AD. TRF Classifieds and/or a WTB might be better.

agree with the trusted trf seller options but in this case, if the OP is by the border or is planning a nice overnight, there's no sub for trying on a few and getting new vs. used online re-sales... i believe taxes may be waived as well for tourists.

used bb and pels are selling in some cases for more than msrp up here...

submariner66 · 25 October 2012, 11:42 AM

Sounds like a good excuse to go North! New York City is not that far when you think of it. I do actually like trying on and buying new is what I am after. So I am considering this. Thanks everyone for the suggestions and pms!

By the way what does.. "used bb and pels" and "and/or a WTB might be better.".. those initials stand for?

24 October 2012, 08:10 AM	#1
submariner66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: John Location: New Jersey Watch: 114060 Posts: 1,139	Tudor Quesitons? Ok, so after seeing way too many pics of them on this forum, and reading all the great things that are said about them. Now I want one. The question is where do I buy one from? They are not sold in the United States. Where do you guys recommend buying them from besides on this forum? Is there a store where they can be seen and tried on? I understand they are ETA movements. Is there any issue with ETA movements/parts, and getting them serviced? What is there to consider when buying a BNIB tudor sub, any movement or model more or less desirable, reliable, service etc..

24 October 2012, 08:30 AM	#2
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,277	ETA movts. are fine....a competent watchmaker can service them......if you have Canadian friends or travel there..you can get one. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

24 October 2012, 08:32 AM	#3
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,216	John, take the time to google your a$$ off and learn as much as you can about the brand and it's history. I'm not at my home computer to add links, sorry. But a quick search will get you started. Then decide what reference frosts your flakes. At that point you're in the home stretch and ready to snag some lifetime enjoyment. Best of luck, it's well worth it. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

24 October 2012, 01:40 PM	#9
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,017	I don't think I would do the run to Canada unless you absolutely must have a BNIB from an AD. TRF Classifieds and/or a WTB might be better. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

24 October 2012, 08:39 AM	#4
~JJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Chicago Watch: explorer Posts: 2,291	Since your in New York, I would find an AD in Canada in advanced to ensure the models that your interested in are in stock, then spend a weekend with our friends from the North! I did this to get my Pelagos and had a blast!

24 October 2012, 08:43 AM	#5
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	i'm a tudor convert... albeit, USPS seems to be making my life difficult right now...!

24 October 2012, 09:02 AM	#6
lhanddds Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Watch: of course Posts: 8,429	Don't forget vintage Tudors Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 October 2012, 09:25 AM	#7
Israguard "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Montreal Posts: 859	I'm in Montreal. PM me and I will send you back details of one of Montreals largest Rolex dealers that carries Tudor.

24 October 2012, 10:15 AM	#8
1Daytona "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Laguna Beach, CA Watch: Deep Sea Blue Posts: 237	There are always ads for Tudors on this website, should be no problem to buy one.

25 October 2012, 11:42 AM	#11
submariner66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: John Location: New Jersey Watch: 114060 Posts: 1,139	Sounds like a good excuse to go North! New York City is not that far when you think of it. I do actually like trying on and buying new is what I am after. So I am considering this. Thanks everyone for the suggestions and pms! By the way what does.. "used bb and pels" and "and/or a WTB might be better.".. those initials stand for?

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)