Not Hype - this is The One | Tudor Black Bay 54
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ส.ค. 2024
- This one is a keeper. Reviewing the Tudor Black Bay 54 vs the Pelagos 39 - what makes this one a keeper? Is the hype real?
- Timestamps -
0:39 Model Intro
0:54 Specs
1:58 Bezel Action
2:26 Pro 1 - Watch Finishing
3:27 Pro 2 - Clasp (dimension)
4:05 Pro 3 - Pricing
5:36 Con 1 - Bezel Grip
6:07 Con 2 - Crown
6:31 Con 3 - Lume
7:45 Wristshots
Tudor Black Bay 54
- Model: M79000n-0001
- Movement: Tudor MT5400
- Power Reserve - 70hrs
- Weight: 130g
- Diameter: 37mm
- Lug Width: 20mm
- Lug to Lug: 45.6mm
- Waterproof: 200 meters / 20 ATM
- Crystal - Sapphire
- 316L steel
- Model Options: Bracelet / Rubber
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Until I acquired the 54 in August of 2023, I didn’t think the perfect diver existed. The thin bezel nor the small crown are complaints of mine; in fact, I prefer both. I’ve always complained about bezels being too thick, and had disdain for large crowns digging into the back of my hand. With this watch, those issues don’t exist. Until I pass, I will never willfully part with the 54.
Love the sentiments you have for the model - I'm happy to hear that you prefer the cons that I see as pros instead. I'm always interested in the opinions of fellow watch enthusiasts!
I wasn't even aware this existed until I visited a store last year and tried a couple of Tudors on for fun, no intention to buy, just went in to kill some time. However, as soon as I put this on my wrist it just looked right and 'spoke' to me. Two days later I picked one up from Ebay, luckily for quite a bit under rrp. I love it.
@@supaG-1.0 I got my Pelagos 39 from the same place under MSRP NIB with warranty. You can find some gems on there sometimes. May you forever cherish your BB54, my favorite diver of all time.
@@supaG-1.0 Congrats on a great pick up - wear it in good health my friend.
I purchased the same watch two months ago. Been wearing it since that day. I don't baby my watches. I work as field technician. So far it's holding up pretty well. Definitely has blemishes now but it's my daily
You're doing it absolutely right.
Another happy BB54 owner here. I feel so fortunate to put this on every day. Your gripes are my likes. If I was to be picky, Tudor need to either: supply 1/2 links or extend the T-Fit travel - I needed a 3rd party 1/2 link for best fit.
I'll never part with this thing it is modernised 'vintage re-issue' goodness 😊
Well said! Cons that are cons for me indeed. If my gripes are likes for you, I am happy for you!
I had the same issue with mine, Never had this issue with another watch, shame it's on my grail.
I guess uncle's 1/2 link is the way to go.
Also a happy 54 owner. A couple weeks after I bought it I felt like it was too boring and regretted not getting the 58. Now, 6months on, when I see the black 58 I feel like it's too busy. Haha point being, I seem to prefer the one I've spent more time looking at the most recently.. I would really consider getting a black updated 58 if it comes out this year and keeping both pieces! Their value for quality and versatility are hard to beat.
Well said sir -
Also, the term "busy" on 58 is something I can relate to as well - it just might be the markers in the1st quadrant of the bezel, at least for me.
I wonder if 58 is going to end up getting the T-fit clasp because that seems to be what everyone is asking for.
Wish they would make different dial colors besides black and gold. Great review.
Based on what they did with the 58, it almost feels like a bronze and blue are guarantees but who knows 🤷
Nice vid :)
The crown has the same size as a DJ41 or 36. I never had a problem with those.
I did not know about that - appreciate you sharing!
I wasn't vibing with mine until I swapped out the bracelet for an Uncle Straps jubilee style bracelet.
I have experience with Uncle Straps and can definitely agree that they make excellent products.
I can't help but agree about the bezel. I own the Pelagos 39, with no plans to sell, playing with that bezel is probably my favourite thing about that watch. I handled a Black Bay 54 at a local AD and while the action is similar, I did come to realize how much more I prefer using the Pelagos.
I still appreciate the Black Bay 54, but it doesn't seem to have a firm place in my collection right now. If i got it, it would end up being my NATO strap-of-the-day watch.
I'm glad you're enjoying the Pelagos 39. Wear it in good health!
Thanks for the video. I was a little confused as to why you're comparing the Balck Bay 54 to the Pelagos 39. Seems like a better comparison would be the Black Bay 54 vs. Black Bay 58.
Thanks for watching. I'd love to get a 58 in so I could do a side by side comparison on them as well.
I’m looking for a luxury piece to gift myself for my 65th birthday. I’ve never been a diver fan and I’m looking for a GADA piece. Having come across this by chance, I’m getting interested. My visual take is that since the bezel is missing the minute hashes it doesn’t look much like a diver. I have to try it on.
Congrats on the big 65!
And great points on the missing hash marks - I thik the absence of the markers actually gives this an even more vintage-esque look but yes, you should definitely check it out in person.
A monochrome BB54 is mandatory for me pulling the trigger!
The beauty, for me, is within the simplicity, this is why I consider buying a no Date, but I‘d like to go smaller…
BB54 is definitely simple but an ideal watch in every aspect. I do wonder if this would get a design that is smaller than it's current size though.
How does it compare in size and looks next to a Rolex Explorer 36mm?
Great question! Even though this is list as just being 1mm bigger in bezel dimensions, it has more of a presence compared to the Rolex Explorer.
Having the bezel with the grip and numbers definitely gives it a "bigger" look.
I can attest that both pieces wear comfortably.
Been the only watch I've owned since April 2023, still can't believe I am lucky enough to own it. Will get a speedmaster someday when a big achievement takes place but I would literally never sell or trade this watch for anything!
Congrats - wear it in good health for many joyful years to come!
I’m coming from the opposite angle, I have a speedmaster reduced (a solid 38mm case size and automatic mvmt) and I am debating on getting the bb54.
@@HAlariousInc 2 different (sand smaller) watches with different styles. I have a feeling you will like the 54 when you see it in person.
@@HAlariousInc speedmaster reduced is a cool watch but it's so thick
@@D4N1011011 Really? I never really noticed and I have smaller wrists. 12mm is not too bad. If you ever tried on one of the Grand Seikos or the Tudor GMT, those are truly thick chonky watches
Tudor didn't miss a beat with this one. It's not overly patina-d like the BB58, it has excellent proportions, the best clasp in the industry, and a fantastic movement. I am a GS fanboy first, but this clasp has me gravitating towards my BB54 and it is truly beautiful.
Edit: I dream of a Pelagos 39 with a date as blue collar daily watch.
Great take on the Pelagos 39. That would sound more like the original Pelagos being slimmed down and it wouldn't be a bad look at all.
Wrist size ?
6.5 inches -
Took a look at a few for sale today on the private market . But seller to agree to watch been checked by a good Tudor dealer . NONE of them for sale for £2600 plus are selling and I "might " have one for £2200 if the dealer says its all good when he runs over the watch and paperwork in question
Not following fully but thanks for the comment
It means private sellers are having a hard time selling even to dealers . I think I will get the one I am looking at for £2200 as he has not been offered more by a dealer @@MrAnotherWatchTime
Is this submariner thin?
LOL 'the watch' is definitely leans closer to the thin and wearable side.
What's your wrist size?
6.5 inches
I like the dimensions of the Black Bay 58. But i wouldn't kick this one out of bed. I take mine in the bathtub too so I'm constantly testing it's water proofiness. And yes i wallets make sure the crown has it's snorkel deployed yet when i do the time stops, very weird.
I consider the 58 as the pivotal turning point for Tudor in it's modern era. It's an amazing watch that is evident from the amount it has sold and at this point, it's all matter of preference now for us.
perfect watch 👍🏻
Agreed by myself and many.
how big is your wrist?
6.5 inches -
Yep no hype it’s the one. I’ve been through 30 watches up until the 54 came around and now it hasn’t left my wrist since May
Can't blame you there. I wore it straight for 2 weeks before I realized I have to rotate off of it.
I've owned mine for about a month now. I have to agree, it almost never leaves my wrist. That tells you a lot!
Hello again, I like the BB58 but, something is missing. It just doesn't do it for me. I can't see myself buying a BB58. I would like to see a stainless steel Black Bay Pelagos FXD (preferably 40mm, or Black Bay 39 crown guards) with a bracelet/spring-bar option with a non-gilt black dial. I will say the faux-rivets really work with this BB54 more so than any other Tudor. This looks more vintage than the BB58 which is trying too hard to be IMO. The gilt dial with the clean/new case and hands make the 58 looks too new, too clean. The 54 looks like a refurbished vintage Tudor, the 54 looks vintage without trying.
I like how you mentioned that it "54 looks vintage without trying".
You summed it up well.
If only they had not put the rivets on the links.... ruins the look
You kind of get over them after a while but yes, rivets was an interesting add
What? I love the bezel.
Hey don't get me wrong - I do like it as well. Just saying it could have been a little grippier vs. it's bigger siblings.
Looks good on Britt Pearce but way too small for a men sport watch.
I'd definitely advice you to check it out in person. It wears larger than its listed size but yes, I do agree it looks better on youtube.com/@BrittPearceWatches then myself.
Something about the case design of the 54 looks off
perhaps the lack of indices from point to 15 causing this?
It is too square. Should have put this on 19mm lug width.
@@tennistron588 wow, that's a good take actually - I do see your point and agree. I thought this watch was near perfect but you def. bring up a good point.
@MrAnotherWatchTime I have one, love the proportions but that squareness bugs me. Will be moving it on for that reason. Other than that it's a nearly perfect watch.
I hear you say that no perfect watch exists. A thing a lot of you TH-camrs are saying. Well, I have a 40+ collection, and yes, I have found my final watch, the watch that suits me perfectly. It's a JLC. Up to you to guess what it is. This Tudor is very nice as well I must say.
Congratulations on your wonderful experience and finding the one that is it for you. You phrased it perfectly when you said "Up to you to guess what it is".
My hope is that I will be able to find the one that I can call as perfection down this journey soon enough.
May I ask which JLC model you have declared as your perfect model?
@@MrAnotherWatchTime Master Control Date 39mm with black dial
The fkin rivets
TBH, you get over it - I didn't mind it after a few rounds.
unpopular take: this is the most boring watch I've seein in the flesh since I bought my first Speedmaster in 1997. The brand has no in-house heritage whatsoever. It's an unremarkable 3 hand movement made by Kinessi which really doesn't correlate with a $3-4k price tag. I also find it troubling that Tudor are not allowed to use Mercedes hands anymore even though that's literally the handset on the original Tudor Sub. And on a personal note, round hour markers are so stale and sterile. I would definitely buy the Tudor Chrono which is a good deal since anything with a Chronograph from the "in" brands are now absurdly priced. For an "entry level" watch with actual brand heritage, finishing and design would be the Longines GMT Zulu Time or a second hand Grand Seiko Hi-Beat which also has tremendous brand heritage especially in time keeping competitions.
I find it interesting that you correlated this to the Speedy. I agree that Speedy has become somewhat boring and yet, it's considered an timeless classic when discussing pieces. Perhaps the 54 can find its way into that realm one day as well.
@@MrAnotherWatchTime The original Speedmaster is a boring dial. But it's the George Daniels coax masterpiece which is horological perfection. I don't think anyone can name anything since that touches it outside of the Grand Complications. The mechanical Speedmaster version was laboriously built tank of movement which obviously cemented its legend saving the lives of the Apollo Astronauts. That's no marketing hype like Rolex paying tennis players.
Let me tell you man the 58 was a piece of junk in my opinion this one the 54 however is different world its somewhere between like a Breitling and an Omega because I was thinking to get an Omega and I was thinking to get a Breitling and then I saw this and there was no question this was absolutely the best option since I needed a second watch I don't want to wear my Rolex GMT everyday it's only good for some occasions but this one I can wear it every single day it adjusts its amazing the only thing that doesn't have is a quick release strap so I can change the strap with a quick releaseź
Sorry sir if it does not say divers 200 or divers on it before 200 m or 300 m or whatever it’s not a dive watch it is a dive style watch it doesn’t it has not been 6425 tested I’m not saying it’s not any good you can’t use it for that I mean because everybody makes a big old thing over Rolex and they’re super chronometer certification accuracy Got the same thing it’s cheaper. Is it the way you can get certified Cronomer certified to send your watch to start your movement to Switzerland that’s a lot of money for so it makes it where you neither had to buy movement from buddies call Switzerland or they got to ship their movement there that’s the reason why stop having the awards because psycho didn’t do that and crushed up.
In this case, I suggest the Pelagos for you.
Clasp is been changed , Don’t BS friend
What are you saying?
Tudor clasp is ugly
To each their own?
The constant repetitive music made me quit watching 3mn in …
Thanks for watching.
It's nothing more than a homage brand. Let's look at the Rolex back catalogue, copy the design, add a cheap movement, make it cheaper and chunkier. They are often designed to 80%, to leave headroom to Rolex.
LOL ok 😂
This is a woman's watch. Embarrassing.
Thanks for watching.
Tell me you have a small willy without telling me you have a small willy
58 is one😉
lol not going to deny it, that is a great watch
54 is the best BB atm without a doubt
58 or 54, it’s the one you have that’s the better watch
@@rho58 I went to AD tried both and bought 58, the 54 felt like kids watch size
@@rho58 preach.