I like the styling of the BB 58 but Tudor is outside of my price range and I am not really a fan on snowflake hands so with those 2 things combined I dont see myself buying a tudor anytime in the future.
For me the thickness is fine, however the fact that some people won’t buy the piece because of that fact makes it even more special. I’ve only seen it once on someone else’s wrist in Austria. And for that, I love it even more. It’s an instant classic.
I got this model when it first came out. It's borderline on the heavy side but the thickness is easy to get used to. A good value for a true GMT piece.
I sold my bb gmt and bought this watch. It fits so much better because the lug to lug is smaller and fits better on my 6.75 inch wrist. I am loving it!
I was offered one on released day by my AD and purchased it. Its a great watch and sits in my modern tudor collection. I have 7 and I can say every one I have are different and has its own characteristics. I don't have a problem with the thickness as I like some weight in my watches. At the price point, it's a great addition to any collection.
BB Pro owner for 2 months now. The watch is a bit thicker but not a problem on my wrist at 19cm and in size of many chronos. It is heavier but is a sports watch. Clasp is phenomenal, also the accuracy within 1 sec per day and bright lume. Hard to find better watch at app. 4k range and wears very nicely. If you have smaller wrist below 16/17cm or don't like heavy watches give it a try before buying/not buying, don't assume based on numbers. "Rivets" were not my fav design thing but don't notice them anymore and from all BB collection suit this model most. Overall great watch, would definitely reccomend. BTW great review as always👍
I like this watch a lot, daily vs the Pelagos 39 for me. The ‘poor man’s Rolex’ comment is hilarious, Hans created this brand so everyone could enjoy his watches, so that is exactly what they were designed to be…everyman’s timepieces. Everyone I know who has a Tudor also has Rolex and others, Tudor is just such a cool and wearable choice these days. The thickness here is not a flaw, it is a design choice. 2mm is the raised crystal, so it wears more like a 12.6mm watch…same as a GMT by big bro…..try one and you’ll buy one…be daring 😂 you can wear this almost everywhere, no way I’d rock my Pepsi in places where this goes unnoticed except by the cognoscenti…
Completely agree with you ,I own a BbPro a Ranger and a Rlx gmt coke since 1989 . The ranger is now my everyday watch . The next one probably pelagos lhd.
Agree! The "poor man's Rolex" is NOT a 5k Tudor, it's a 1k Rolex replica that cannot be discerned from the genuine article without a jeweler's loupe! No Tudor is not the poor man's Rolex. For the brand concious and status symbol types who say this, the Rolex is actually the insecure man's Tudor!
I was thinking of buying this watch for quite a long time, finally pulled a trigger last month as I saw it in stock in my town. Rather a quick decision, run in and buy, but since then I had zero regrets. I have never had a watch that wears so comfortably and look so in place no matter where I go or what I do. This, and something dressier, like a Santos or LUC, and you're done with a 2-watch collection.
It’s a super nice watch, I tried it but my 6.2 inches wrist said no, it’s quite heavy for my wrist and I ended buying a Bvlgari aluminum GMT. If you have a 6.5 > inch wrist, it will sit super good (if you like some weight on your watches). Go and try the watch! You’ll love it!
I have the Tudor GMT and I would like to get the Pro for the looks and the T-Fit clasp. Unfortunately the GMT must go if I get the Pro. Cannot decide . Any guidance?
I feel I have to "speak" up here. Chronographs & GMT don't really serve that much of a purpose anymore and we all know, if we're honest about it, it's just a way for brands to pitch us something "new" but very old/outdated. without to much effort on their behalf. Unless you're you're a pilot (and then only maybe) you don't need this at all. It's right there in your phone. A basic threehander with a date is still very convenient but in order to create something reasonably fresh with such a product brands need to put in a lot of work so adding a GMT hand or "timekeeping" and charging an extra 1K$ is a lot easier even though 95% of the consumers will have no real use for it at all.
Well, that's pretty much most mechanical watches. That's not the reason we collect and love watches. When I need the really precise time I check my phone. But I still wear a watch daily, either a GMT, three-hander or anything else. It's part of my personality, taste and what I love. The functionality aspect is often just a side dish.
@@SwissWatchGang My first love back in the mid '90 was a Breitling Chronomat so I absolutely get that. I've been loving watches for over 30 years so I guess I've just had the time to go full circle? I'm also a WOSTEP certified watchmaker (2001-2004) and pretty much all the "bench people" I know wear a threehander. I guess it's like the difference between a football fan and a football player, a foodie and a chef?
@@loweewolwed9834 it’s a matter of preference and for me a matter of how I feel the day I pit the watch on or who I am meeting. Mostly I wear a three hander too. Currently a Baltic micro rotor so I think there’s no right or wrong. Wostep started my journey so I’m a fan. 👍🏻😁
@@SwissWatchGang 🙏 The micro/independent brand micro rotor is surely the new trend and Baltic, who makes some exquisite looking pieces, kinda started it all.
I also have the RLX Pepsi and the Explorer II like you, but still got the BB Pro, its really a great kind of vintage looking piece, i don't mind the thickness as well! I am even thinking about selling my 226570 and just keep this one and the Pepsi...
I was stoked when this watch was announced. I own a Rolex Explorer II (226570, white dial) and wanted another GMT, but didn't want the same watch in a different color. Any who, I tried it on and the thickness of the piece was a little disappointing. I am seeing ALOT of them for sale on the grey market, by private sellers. It kinda seems like a red flag or buyers remorse. This was one of the most hyped watches (in my opinion) at watches and wonders.
I don’t know what all the fuss is about the thickness , have owned the pro for almost a year and not once have I thought it thick . Maybe everyone else is just to thin
The thickness on this watch is overhyped. The watch is gorgeous and sits well on the wrist with excellent proportions, comfort, fit, and finish. Everything about this watch screams tool watch with similar vintage vibes to the RLX 1655. I love my Tudor BB Pro.
“Is it too thick” no “does it fit in your collection” yes - at least I had a collection before I bought it, I didn’t wear anything else so sold off loads. I genuinely think it’s a better looking piece than an explorer as the cyclops is an eye sore
I like it I was surprised seeing the use of luminous ceramic on the dial I would have loved to see them use the material in the hands something similar to the Moser streamliner but with the snowflake shape but then.... anyway Good review especially the part about trying it on making up your own mind Great advice Cheers!
As I owned a 16570 polar, I find the gmt pro is too thick so I would not get one.For those who don’t own any Rolex gmt and don’t mind the pro thickness, it is certainly worth giving it a try.
no way i would buy a tudor, since rolex mandate tudor to always engineer at least 1 fatal flaw into their watches to prevent internal cannibalization . that's why we see so many watches from tudor that are near perfect but just fall short of being worthy of buying.
Thank you for the video 🙏, I don't know where the thickness police 👮👮 Came from since the BB 58 They would all be arrested at a Paneria, IWC or Brietling conference
It’s chunky piece but it wears fine on my 6 3/4” wrist. At only 40% cost of the Explorer 2 it’s an absolute winner you can’t have it all at this price. However it is a much better looking watch than the Explorer 2!
IMO it’s not a true “pro” because they cost cut and didn’t add crown guards. They could of made it thinner but it’s still wearable, you won’t notice the thick case. Obviously no watch brand will give its customers everything in a design. If it was thinner and it had crown guards, it would be perfect. A total Rolex Explorer II killer
Is it flippable is it not is it Tudor is it not 😂، I tried the one on nato it tappers so probably on a bracelet, but in Sydney we have junky boutiques here hence won’t be able to get one until it is not flippable anymore 😂
Way too thick, even for a tool watch, but I'm not the target generation anymore. My opinion doesn't really count. I hated the 58 as well, to be honest. I love the fxd, I'd like to pull the trigger on one someday, I own a 79220N, those pieces are my kinda watches, I personally liked the ETA era, but the watch community seemed to dislike them.
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Which Tudor has been your favorite so far and would you buy the Black Bay Pro?
I have always loved the Pelagos.....but I would prefer the BB GMT to the BB pro......
BB GMT
The GMT and the FXD are amazing
Pelagos LHD for me
I like the styling of the BB 58 but Tudor is outside of my price range and I am not really a fan on snowflake hands so with those 2 things combined I dont see myself buying a tudor anytime in the future.
For me the thickness is fine, however the fact that some people won’t buy the piece because of that fact makes it even more special. I’ve only seen it once on someone else’s wrist in Austria. And for that, I love it even more. It’s an instant classic.
I got this model when it first came out. It's borderline on the heavy side but the thickness is easy to get used to. A good value for a true GMT piece.
I sold my bb gmt and bought this watch. It fits so much better because the lug to lug is smaller and fits better on my 6.75 inch wrist. I am loving it!
I was offered one on released day by my AD and purchased it. Its a great watch and sits in my modern tudor collection. I have 7 and I can say every one I have are different and has its own characteristics. I don't have a problem with the thickness as I like some weight in my watches. At the price point, it's a great addition to any collection.
BB Pro owner for 2 months now. The watch is a bit thicker but not a problem on my wrist at 19cm and in size of many chronos. It is heavier but is a sports watch. Clasp is phenomenal, also the accuracy within 1 sec per day and bright lume. Hard to find better watch at app. 4k range and wears very nicely. If you have smaller wrist below 16/17cm or don't like heavy watches give it a try before buying/not buying, don't assume based on numbers. "Rivets" were not my fav design thing but don't notice them anymore and from all BB collection suit this model most. Overall great watch, would definitely reccomend. BTW great review as always👍
I like this watch a lot, daily vs the Pelagos 39 for me. The ‘poor man’s Rolex’ comment is hilarious, Hans created this brand so everyone could enjoy his watches, so that is exactly what they were designed to be…everyman’s timepieces. Everyone I know who has a Tudor also has Rolex and others, Tudor is just such a cool and wearable choice these days. The thickness here is not a flaw, it is a design choice. 2mm is the raised crystal, so it wears more like a 12.6mm watch…same as a GMT by big bro…..try one and you’ll buy one…be daring 😂 you can wear this almost everywhere, no way I’d rock my Pepsi in places where this goes unnoticed except by the cognoscenti…
Completely agree with you ,I own a BbPro a Ranger and a Rlx gmt coke since 1989 . The ranger is now my everyday watch . The next one probably pelagos lhd.
Agree! The "poor man's Rolex" is NOT a 5k Tudor, it's a 1k Rolex replica that cannot be discerned from the genuine article without a jeweler's loupe! No Tudor is not the poor man's Rolex. For the brand concious and status symbol types who say this, the Rolex is actually the insecure man's Tudor!
Great review 👍. Was thinking about buying this watch. Best review of the black bay Pro I have seen. Puts everything in prospective. Thanks you
I was thinking of buying this watch for quite a long time, finally pulled a trigger last month as I saw it in stock in my town. Rather a quick decision, run in and buy, but since then I had zero regrets. I have never had a watch that wears so comfortably and look so in place no matter where I go or what I do.
This, and something dressier, like a Santos or LUC, and you're done with a 2-watch collection.
It’s a super nice watch, I tried it but my 6.2 inches wrist said no, it’s quite heavy for my wrist and I ended buying a Bvlgari aluminum GMT. If you have a 6.5 > inch wrist, it will sit super good (if you like some weight on your watches).
Go and try the watch! You’ll love it!
It is just an amazing timepiece. I bought one and and I have no regrets. BRAVO Tudor
39mm depending on the lug to lug is a sweet spot in watch size for a lot of people and I believe we are going to see more watchmakers using this size.
I brought one, loving it. Well proportioned and balance and doesn’t look thick at all.
I have the Tudor GMT and I would like to get the Pro for the looks and the T-Fit clasp. Unfortunately the GMT must go if I get the Pro. Cannot decide . Any guidance?
I have one with the 3 bracelets and it’s a phenomenal watch
I have just bought it from Jomashop and I love it. It wears perfectly and it is not thick at all. It looks stunning! Thank you for the review.
A complete and total winner.
Tudor Black Bay is an amazing watch.
I feel I have to "speak" up here. Chronographs & GMT don't really serve that much of a purpose anymore and we all know, if we're honest about it, it's just a way for brands to pitch us something "new" but very old/outdated. without to much effort on their behalf. Unless you're you're a pilot (and then only maybe) you don't need this at all. It's right there in your phone. A basic threehander with a date is still very convenient but in order to create something reasonably fresh with such a product brands need to put in a lot of work so adding a GMT hand or "timekeeping" and charging an extra 1K$ is a lot easier even though 95% of the consumers will have no real use for it at all.
Well, that's pretty much most mechanical watches. That's not the reason we collect and love watches. When I need the really precise time I check my phone. But I still wear a watch daily, either a GMT, three-hander or anything else. It's part of my personality, taste and what I love. The functionality aspect is often just a side dish.
@@SwissWatchGang
My first love back in the mid '90 was a Breitling Chronomat so I absolutely get that. I've been loving watches for over 30 years so I guess I've just had the time to go full circle? I'm also a WOSTEP certified watchmaker (2001-2004) and pretty much all the "bench people" I know wear a threehander. I guess it's like the difference between a football fan and a football player, a foodie
and a chef?
@@loweewolwed9834 it’s a matter of preference and for me a matter of how I feel the day I pit the watch on or who I am meeting. Mostly I wear a three hander too. Currently a Baltic micro rotor so I think there’s no right or wrong. Wostep started my journey so I’m a fan. 👍🏻😁
@@SwissWatchGang 🙏 The micro/independent brand micro rotor is surely the new trend and Baltic, who makes some exquisite looking pieces, kinda started it all.
Agreed. This is what makes the Ranger such a great buy.
Have the Black Bay Pro. Love it. it wears smaller than you think and the thickness thing is not an issue.
I bought my prototype BB P01 because i wanted an all-steel watch with a usable bezel.
I’ve never once seen it on anyone but my wrist. I love it.
I also have the RLX Pepsi and the Explorer II like you, but still got the BB Pro, its really a great kind of vintage looking piece, i don't mind the thickness as well! I am even thinking about selling my 226570 and just keep this one and the Pepsi...
Well I just got one 3 weeks ago...luv it!
Not to thick!! I love my BB Pro!!❤
Pulled the trigger lovely watch very happy with it
This is a great value proposition!
It would be nice if Tudor release a S&G version of that with sunburst green dial.
This is a class watch worth every penny , waiting for a white dial will buy that also
Yes, waiting for polar to make the pair😊
I was stoked when this watch was announced. I own a Rolex Explorer II (226570, white dial) and wanted another GMT, but didn't want the same watch in a different color. Any who, I tried it on and the thickness of the piece was a little disappointing. I am seeing ALOT of them for sale on the grey market, by private sellers. It kinda seems like a red flag or buyers remorse. This was one of the most hyped watches (in my opinion) at watches and wonders.
Richtig gut Bro 👊 super Review
Interesting comparison 💪🏼
Marko, Marko! What’s going on? I’ve heard of this watch!! Lol
Great video
Bob
England
hahaha Bob. There's one coming this week which you didn't! And next week we have a independent watchmaker on the show. I have to mix it up a bit :)
I’m a Tudor fanboy. I own the Pro, BB41, BB gmt opaline dial, and Pelagos date blue dial
I don’t know what all the fuss is about the thickness , have owned the pro for almost a year and not once have I thought it thick . Maybe everyone else is just to thin
I just got one. I walked into my AD and they had it. Only a week, but it wears great and is holding time at +1 sec per day.
Great watch love it
The thickness on this watch is overhyped. The watch is gorgeous and sits well on the wrist with excellent proportions, comfort, fit, and finish. Everything about this watch screams tool watch with similar vintage vibes to the RLX 1655. I love my Tudor BB Pro.
“Is it too thick” no “does it fit in your collection” yes - at least I had a collection before I bought it, I didn’t wear anything else so sold off loads. I genuinely think it’s a better looking piece than an explorer as the cyclops is an eye sore
Tudor blackbay Pro is not too thick. It looks great. I just got one and love it. Not heavy either
I like it I was surprised seeing the use of luminous ceramic on the dial I would have loved to see them use the material in the hands something similar to the Moser streamliner but with the snowflake shape but then.... anyway Good review especially the part about trying it on making up your own mind Great advice Cheers!
I think it’s an awesome watch.
As I owned a 16570 polar, I find the gmt pro is too thick so I would not get one.For those who don’t own any Rolex gmt and don’t mind the pro thickness, it is certainly worth giving it a try.
no way i would buy a tudor, since rolex mandate tudor to always engineer at least 1 fatal flaw into their watches to prevent internal cannibalization . that's why we see so many watches from tudor that are near perfect but just fall short of being worthy of buying.
i like the root beer with steel gold bracelet 😁
Thank you for the video 🙏,
I don't know where the thickness police 👮👮 Came from since the BB 58
They would all be arrested at a Paneria, IWC or Brietling conference
It’s chunky piece but it wears fine on my 6 3/4” wrist. At only 40% cost of the Explorer 2 it’s an absolute winner you can’t have it all at this price. However it is a much better looking watch than the Explorer 2!
It's definitely not "much better looking" than the Explorer 2.
@@PS987654321PS that’s subjective and a matter of opinion, I much prefer the understated look of the Tudor
It’s a great watch but my opinion is he explorer II is a much better size at 42mm.
Needs to be closer to the 1655
IMO it’s not a true “pro” because they cost cut and didn’t add crown guards. They could of made it thinner but it’s still wearable, you won’t notice the thick case. Obviously no watch brand will give its customers everything in a design. If it was thinner and it had crown guards, it would be perfect. A total Rolex Explorer II killer
Is it flippable is it not is it Tudor is it not 😂، I tried the one on nato it tappers so probably on a bracelet, but in Sydney we have junky boutiques here hence won’t be able to get one until it is not flippable anymore 😂
Way too thick, even for a tool watch, but I'm not the target generation anymore. My opinion doesn't really count. I hated the 58 as well, to be honest. I love the fxd, I'd like to pull the trigger on one someday, I own a 79220N, those pieces are my kinda watches, I personally liked the ETA era, but the watch community seemed to dislike them.
Some days it looks really smart and on some days I find this metal bezel too boring.
Yes every watch is boring
Did I touch a chord? 😅
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Won’t buy it. It’s a poor man’s Rolex.
Legit too thick. What a waste.