Unboxing and First Impressions of the Uncle Seiko Jubilee for the Tudor Black Bay GMT.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ม.ค. 2022
- This video is an unboxing and review of an Uncle Seiko Jubilee bracelet. I installed it on a Tudor Black Bay GMT and compared the Uncle Seiko to the OEM Tudor bracelet. Overall the Uncle Seiko had lower quality and finishing, but was more comfortable and might look better overall.
I own a Tudor BB GMT that I bought 11 months ago ( with oyster bracelet) and I'm so happy with it in every single way. My wrist is almost 8 inches and since I wear it well adjusted to the wrist, I have no problems with the weight of the head or the total weight of the watch included the bracelet. That said, the Uncle Seiko Jubilee bracelet looks very nice on it and I don't rule out buying one to rotate it with the original.
Very good video and many thanks for sharing with us.
Finally something I have been looking for through TH-cam. Tks for the info 👍
Great review. I'm thinking about puttin an Uncle Seiko on my BB 41 Heritage and you answered all of my questions. I like a jingly-jangly bracelet so this is right up my alley.
I love my US jubilee bracelet. You are correct in that there is no comparison in quality, but the jubilee is so much more comfortable. There are articles and people have got the factory Tudor bracelet clasp on the jubilee, and replace the uncle seiko clasp. I plan to do that next. I wish Tudor would have offered it with a quality jubilee bracelet from the factory. Great review.
great honest review. thanks for sharing.
great video , I was looking for strap ideas for my Tudor GMT and come across this video.Placed my order and arrived UK in 4 days. I ordered the all brushed version. I was concerned about quality and the aesthetics not being an OEM and not being of a Satin finish as per the original. However when you pair it with original Tudor clasp is a game changer the strap become a perfect match giving that vintage look and it is so comfortable. I have a 7.5’ wrist and after removing a few links and adjustment the watch does not move , clasp is in the center and have room for wrist expansion. All in all very happy and and the watch is having more wrist time. Credit to you and Uncle Seiko .
I really appreciate the feedback! I’m glad you found a new strap to make your Tudor unique. Enjoy it in good health 🙏🏻
Love the look
Great video and review. Love Uncle Seiko products for my Omega's and Seikos. You should do another video and try the strapcode or other jubilee bracelets.
Great video. I like the Jubilee on how you said is more comfortable.
Thank you for the awesome review. I think I'll buy the watch with the oem tudor bracelet and add on the jubilee bracelet later on!
Probably the way to go!
Great video, I have an Uncle Seiko jubilee (fully brushed) on my BB GMT, however modded it to use the OEM clasp with paired with the jubilee. Now it’s perfect for me. The smaller links of the jubilee help get a better sizing (plus the 3 micros on the OEM clasp) and I get to use the excellent OEM ceramic bearings and Tudor branded clasp. Could not be happier
Mind sharing how you did this?!
Do you mind sharing how you did this?
You can buy a conversation kit from Uncle Seiko
I had no clue that the 58 bracelet was over $800, that's insane!! My Aqua Terra bracelet cost me $700 and imo the quality is better than my 58 bracelet. I've been debating getting a jubilee from Uncle Seiko for my Navy 58 to give it more of a snowflake look. Excellent video btw, gained a sub from me!
Thanks for the support Jacob. Yes I have the president style Uncle Seiko bracelet for my navy BB 58. I really like the look of it. It is a retro inspired bracelet so there is no safety clasp, but I'm overall happy with it for the price.
cool accessory for the gmt. more options on bracelet!
It looks great on the Jubilee.
First time on your channel. Really great video.
Thanks man. Appreciate the kind note!
Why don’t you put the Tudor clasp on the US jubilee?
I thought this watch was cool and a little noteworthy but after seeing it on a jubilee i am in love
The answer is the Uncle Seiko fitted with the stock Tudor clasp. US now sells the jubilee without a clasp and with a direct fit link to the stock clasp. It looks and feels amazing! Feels like an OEM jubilee now!
What!? Thanks for the tip, I had no idea they came out with this. I just ordered one ☝🏻 Can’t wait!
@@burbinghard i think your existing bracelet does this.
@@melody3741 no I needed the end link. It works great now.
Would you say these uncle Seiko bracelets are a better fit on the bb58 than the gmt? I was able to get a guilt dial bb58 but on a leather strap and not sure if these are worth getting in the meantime while I debate spending the cash on a legit Tudor bracelet, thank you
Tudor bracelet is awesome.
I’m really debating trying the US jubilee on my GMT. I got it with the oyster and go between three straps, oyster a blue/red strip heavy NATO and leather. I love the jubilee on my 40 year old Rolex so for the ~$100 I was going to try but I think you helped me out a lot, I’ll pass on the US variant. By the way, changing the band/bracelet is more analogous to change wheels and tires than changing the engine. Changing the caliber would be like that. Sorry, I had to mention that. Keep doing the nice work.
Follow up, did get the US jubilee with polished center, think I should have gone brushed. That said, I swapped the Tudor clasp and it’s not bad. I do like it better than the fake rivets. For me, we’ll worth the $100, since I swapped the clasp also. Anyone want to trade for polished center let me know.
Uncle seiko jubilee beautiful!
I do like to change it up. I recently had an issue with the clasp of my smp300 and its been on all sorts rubber, sailcloth, nato which is great in the summer.
During the summertime I usually have my Seamaster diver on the Omega rubber. I seem to prefer my Tudors on Uncle Seiko vintage style bracelets.
What is that kind of strap removal tool? I really need that style cuz I always get help from a buddy because we both suck at strap removal xd
I find the 'balance' question an interesting one. Why is the balance an issue when comparing with the original Tudor bracelet, but not with the Tudor leather or Tudor Nato strap? That should pose a ' balance' issue as well? I reserved my Tudor GMT, and am awaiting delivery. But I probably will try some water-resistant straps (it remains a diver, right?) like waterproof leather, or rubber or canvas... but probably not a replacement bracelet (unless I really cannot get it to fit comfortably). So how about the balance issue in those cases?
Yes it does. I think the watch head is too heavy for the nato strap option as well. You can mitigate some of the perceived imbalance if the strap fits snug enough.
Fully brushed or combo?
Hey great vid ! POls can you tell me what that amazing spring bar tool is please?
They are called Spring Bar Tweezers. Several brands make them, these are from a brand named Horofix.
Nice review bro. Do you have name/model and link of spring bar tool you used ? It looks a lot easier than the spring bar tool I have
Yes the Spring Bar Tweezers are a must for tight fitting bracelet end links. I used this one: www.esslinger.com/horofix-spring-bar-tweezers/
Thanks for the review! I am a bit confused though as you said 'US bracelet is a bit too light and thus the balance is a bit off', then you also said 'US bracelet is overall more comfortable'. Which is it?
Both. The bracelet on the US is little lighter so the watch head is a little heavy. But the way the jubilee bracelet articulates more it still makes it more comfortable overall. The past week I have been wearing it on the US bracelet exclusively.
Great review! Can i ask for the link to where i can purchase the bracelet change tool you used in the video
Sure thing mate, I went with the Horofix tweezers. They are a cheaper alternative to the Bergeron tool. www.esslinger.com/horofix-spring-bar-tweezers/
Great video, thanks. What’s on your right wrist? A smart watch?
My question exactly
Also im pretty sure you can put the tudor clasp onto the uncle seiko.
thanks
Great honest review! Thanks for the review. Regarding the music… because you will become monetized later, I want to caution you that copyrighted music will impact your eligibility to earn. I’ve learned this the hard way and wanted to pass that on to you. Because this is a successful video(congrats btw) I wanted to caution you. Reach out to me if you ever need anything. Great job on the review!
Wrist size??
I’m thinking of buying a Tudor GMT. The jubilee looks better IMO. Good selection. How big is your wrist? I’m hearing from most it leans on the big and heavy side. I have a 7.25 inch wrist
Agree. Mine is a little under 6.75.” It is a larger (thick) and heavier watch.
Where can I buy the equipment you use in this video?
Thx for the bracelet review!
I use Horofix springbar tweezers from Esslinger.com. The other tools I picked up through a cheap Amazon watch repair kit.
Did you get the all brushed or brushed/polished version?
All brushed.
Please compare a Forestner J bracelet. Thanks
Also the crystal is the most durable part of your watch its mot like glasses where you never set it face down. I would go as far as to say you should always lay it face down, as the stainless will scratch from dirt on the table.
The stainless can be brushed/polished. The sapphire is the most scratch resistant part, but it’s highly brittle. I have chipped sapphire before so I don’t know that I would call it the most durable. The steel an take a much harder blow.
I also tried with my Tudor Chrono and not as good, I think the Chrono is much better on the original OEM bracelet.
What spring bar tool do you use?
I used a Horofix Spring Bar Tweezer. The Bergeon 7825 is another more expensive option. www.esslinger.com/horofix-spring-bar-tweezers/
Looks nice but has to be hard to have a cheap bracelet on there.
Have you tried steel reef? I wonder how do they compare to US?
Steel Reef doesn’t make bracelets, just the screws and the quick adjustment link. Their prices for a link are almost the cost of an entire Uncle Straps steel bracelet. I have debated trying their easy link but probably won’t due to the high cost.
@@burbinghard thank you. I am also wondering if the newly released jubilee bracelet on the new 41 mm red BB would fit on the GMT and BB chrono. That would be the ultimate solution for me.
Great video. Especially when its just a Tudor and they purposely make the bracelet not optimal because itll cut into Rolex demand then it should be all fair game.
I think strapcode are better quality
I ordered one at uncleseiko UK, never arrived and no response to any of my mails, no phonenumber to reach them.
Money gone and no bracelet.
Never again.
That’s strange. Whenever I’ve ordered I’ve received a confirmation and shipping info email that allows me to check the status of the order. You check your junk mail? If there’s no response you should dispute the charges.
@@burbinghard I know the status, it is at DHL and they won't deliver because the package is damaged, now the only way is for the sender to retrieve the package, but there is no response at uncle seiko
You should of gotten an aftermarket Rolex jubliee bracelet to be a real Tudor traditionalist. That's what old Tudor watches had.
They often times had Rolex cases and crowns too.
The Uncle Seiko Just looks better. Isn’t that what really matters?
To a certain point, but it’s also more comfortable! I’ll be publishing a video on how to put the Tudor clasp on the Uncle Seiko soon.
Fuck that I’ll keep oem
I bought the same watch new. Had to send it in three times to fix the date wheel and each time it came back unfixed. Now the warranty is up and the date wheel still does not work right. Thanks Rolex for not supporting your crappy in-house movement. This watch is a joke.
Sorry to hear that. Several people had that issue with the early versions. Tudor extended the warranty on the pieces post sale to correct the issue. Are you sure your warranty is expired?
@@burbinghard The issue is still going on in 2022. People on the Rolex forum are complaining about brand new ones with the same issue. Tudor extended the warranty for 18 months if you bought the watch between 2018 and 2019. However, extending the warranty does not fix the date wheel issue. My watch has been repaired three times over two years and they keep sending it back to me broken. Also, each time I send it, they keep it for four months. It has been in their repair shop longer than on my wrist. My AD suggested that I give up and move on to a better watch that actually works. So I bought a Ball GMT Hydrocarbon. It is built like Thor's hammer and works perfect.
Not for me why take off a £600 dollar bracelet for £100 bracelet .Get a nato Erica they do a blue and red if u wanna change up looks exactly like the Tudor nato
I have a couple Erika’s Original straps. The Tudor GMT watch head is pretty thick and too heavy for a NATO in my opinion.
Come rovinare un gmt
I’m a purist hoarder.
Respect 👊🏻
Uncle seiko bracelets are trash quality…
Solid end links, push pins, 316 stainless, poor finishing. I wouldn’t say trash, but not high end luxury either.