I had been considering a new luxury watch for awhile and looked at Omega, Christopher Ward, Nomos Glashutte and Grand Seiko along with Tudor. I have watches from Rolex, Tag Heuer, Seiko and citizen bought over the years (plus two Apple Watches). I had not considered the BB54 originally looking at the BB with the Burgundy dial and the BB58 both of which I tried on in the Tudor Boutique at Westfield in London. However I spotted the BB54 and once it was on my wrist new that was the watch for me and I love its size and simplicity of design. A well conceived time piece.
picking mine up in a couple of days, couldnt chose between straps so got both. Seen a lot of people ask about getting the 2nd strap. I just asked the dealer, in uk thats Beaverbrooks and they just contacted Tudor direct and get the other strap ordered. The difference regardless of version will be £550 on top of the price of the bracelet version. Either bracelet version +550 for rubber strap+clasp or rubber version + 750 for bracelet. rubber version is 200 cheaper list price meaning they come out the same. I also used their free gift offer to get £250 off of the price of the bracelet
The 54 is truly stunning, yet I’ve the 58 on my 7.5 in wrist and it’s the gold gilt and that splash of red on the bezel does it for me. Yet I have a Tudor Submariner which is a 36mm and it’s stunning, so I’ll stick with what I have atm. But who’s knows, I still might pull the trigger on this bad boy. Great video comparison.
Absolutely, and my Tudor sub is the 75090. And it came with the jubilee style bracelet which unfortunately I’m not a huge fan of. So I’ve it on a really good quality waterproof sailcloth strap. Black with off white stitching. Looks amazing
While I like the BB54, I think the design could be improved by making the mid-case more curvy (less slabby/flat). If you look at classic divers, there are three components making up the watch head: Caseback, mid-case, & bezel+crystal. I think the proportion of these three components is off on Tudor BB series: The mid-case is just too dominant (too slabby & thick).
I got the 54 for my 7.25’’ wrist after really considering the 58 as well. The t-fit was really the decider, but I think if the 58 gets an update (metas & t fit) then I’d really be considering owning both .. I already think they’re different enough to where having both is appealing.. up the specs on the 58 and its game over 😂😂 love the 54 for being understated. 58 would shine as a more fun tool watch and better suits natos and a jubilee IMO.
Nice choice with the 54! Totally get what you mean about the T-fit, it's a game-changer. If the 58 gets an update, it might be hard to resist owning both
Boy, what a mess up on the video.. you say and write on the side by side comparison of the watches that the BB58 is smaller at 30.9 mm, that’s is so wrong…the black 58 is larger. It’s 39 mm not 30.9 mm and 54 is 37 mm.
I had been considering a new luxury watch for awhile and looked at Omega, Christopher Ward, Nomos Glashutte and Grand Seiko along with Tudor.
I have watches from Rolex, Tag Heuer, Seiko and citizen bought over the years (plus two Apple Watches).
I had not considered the BB54 originally looking at the BB with the Burgundy dial and the BB58 both of which I tried on in the Tudor Boutique at Westfield in London. However I spotted the BB54 and once it was on my wrist new that was the watch for me and I love its size and simplicity of design. A well conceived time piece.
Sounds like you found the perfect fit with the BB54! It has that special something, doesn't it? Enjoy it to the fullest
I own the 54 and it hasn't been off of my wrist much since purchasing it. Lovely watch and a comfortable classic size!
Sounds like you've found your perfect match! Glad to hear you're enjoying the Black Bay 54
Tudor 54 bellissimo!!! Fantastico
Thank you
picking mine up in a couple of days, couldnt chose between straps so got both. Seen a lot of people ask about getting the 2nd strap. I just asked the dealer, in uk thats Beaverbrooks and they just contacted Tudor direct and get the other strap ordered. The difference regardless of version will be £550 on top of the price of the bracelet version. Either bracelet version +550 for rubber strap+clasp or rubber version + 750 for bracelet. rubber version is 200 cheaper list price meaning they come out the same. I also used their free gift offer to get £250 off of the price of the bracelet
Congrats on your new Black Bay 54! Thanks for sharing your experience and the helpful tip about getting the additional strap.
54 beats the 58 all day long both beautiful watches but the 54 has the x factor 😮
Thanks for the feedback! Glad you love the Black Bay 54, it definitely has that 'x factor
The 54 is truly stunning, yet I’ve the 58 on my 7.5 in wrist and it’s the gold gilt and that splash of red on the bezel does it for me. Yet I have a Tudor Submariner which is a 36mm and it’s stunning, so I’ll stick with what I have atm. But who’s knows, I still might pull the trigger on this bad boy.
Great video comparison.
still debating between the bb54 and an old midsize tudor (75190 or 75090 36mm). what do you think? I like the tool watch vibes of old tudor
Absolutely, and my Tudor sub is the 75090. And it came with the jubilee style bracelet which unfortunately I’m not a huge fan of. So I’ve it on a really good quality waterproof sailcloth strap. Black with off white stitching. Looks amazing
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! It's great to hear you're loving your current Tudor pieces. The Black Bay 54 definitely has its own charm
While I like the BB54, I think the design could be improved by making the mid-case more curvy (less slabby/flat). If you look at classic divers, there are three components making up the watch head: Caseback, mid-case, & bezel+crystal. I think the proportion of these three components is off on Tudor BB series: The mid-case is just too dominant (too slabby & thick).
Interesting perspective! The design balance is key, and everyone's got their take on it. Thanks for sharing your thoughts
30.9mm mistake in your video 😢
I got the 54 for my 7.25’’ wrist after really considering the 58 as well. The t-fit was really the decider, but I think if the 58 gets an update (metas & t fit) then I’d really be considering owning both .. I already think they’re different enough to where having both is appealing.. up the specs on the 58 and its game over 😂😂 love the 54 for being understated. 58 would shine as a more fun tool watch and better suits natos and a jubilee IMO.
Nice choice with the 54! Totally get what you mean about the T-fit, it's a game-changer. If the 58 gets an update, it might be hard to resist owning both
Boy, what a mess up on the video.. you say and write on the side by side comparison of the watches that the BB58 is smaller at 30.9 mm, that’s is so wrong…the black 58 is larger. It’s 39 mm not 30.9 mm and 54 is 37 mm.
BB54 all the way over the BB58!
Absolutely! BB54 has its own charm for sure. Thanks for sharing your preference!
🔥🔥 What size is your wrist?
You mean in the video?
Can’t get around the fake bracelet screws. So unnecessary and ruins it
When it's on your wrist you don't even notice them. I have one and love it!
thank you
I have both , and all days the 54 is better on many points ! , my wriste is 7 ‘ and it’s perfect
I don’t have wrists and it still wears perfect.
Nice to hear!