Thank you for watching and support to my channel, my work, and my love for horology. I spend a lot of time in producing these videos before you see them here, and the effort that goes in making these vids is a combination of knowledge, analysis, close inspection, assessment of watch on the wrist from both wearer's perspective and third person's view, accuracy checks, and above all, my passion and love for horology and fine watchmaking. If you like the content I produce and wish to support me, please join me in my Patreon platform to help me continue to produce the content. I am not funded or sponsored by anyone, and this gives me the ability to share an unbiased opinion and candid assessment. Also, due to the volume of messages I receive, I am unable to respond to email discussions unfortunately, so if you want to discuss any of the watches I have reviewed further, ask for my suggestion and insights into your watch collection, please join my Pateron platform, where you can message me directly. You will also get access to my ad-free videos upon subscribing to my Patreon. I am an independent watch reviewer with no sponsor, and this is what separates me from the rest of the mainstream. And if you think my independence and freedom of speech to share unbiased and candid reviews deserves your support, please come forward: Support to my work: Patreon: www.patreon.com/HafizJMehmood Instagram: instagram.com/horolojust/ Facebook: facebook.com/HafizJMehmood Twitter: twitter.com/HafizJMehmood Please do check out my other videos: My Channel: th-cam.com/channels/nkBUPz6L8oXQ2CGaZp9cbQ.html All comments in this videos are mine and driven from my real-life and hands-on experience, macro inspection, Visual assessment, wear and feel of watch in the hand and on the wrist. Please reach out to me for any enquiries or collaborations at jawadmehmood@icloud.com If you want to discuss any watches I have reviewed, please join my Patreon to message me directly. Due to volume of emails I receive, I am unfortunately not able to respond to emails related to watch discussions, my advice, suggestion or insights to watch collection questions. Thank you.
Thank you for actually showing what the watch looks like on your wrist in different outfits and scenarios. This is the most helpful thing to me when getting a sense of what a watch would actually look like in everyday life.
The Selina movement is a welcome addition for me, it lowers the cost (and maintenance cost) making these more attainable. I have 6 watches with this movement and will take it everyday of the week vs overpriced in house movements. Plus it keeps these under the radar of flippers and snobs so more people can enjoy them.
As nice as this watch is, the quality of video footage and truly comprehensive review and flawless presentation make this video fantastic. Just ordered one!!!
@Tony Soprano I like it a lot. Very comfortable, understatedly elegant, and well made/accurate. Definitely an underrated watch and a great value. It is now in my regular rotation with Patek 5711, Rolex SS Skydweller, and Omega Aqua Terra.
You literally sold me on this specific watch. I was looking at the SS version with silver dial but this version looks great. I also appreciate you showing it paired with different outfits and at different distances. I have a 6.75" wrist and was worried the 41mm was too big but it looks great on your 6.5" wrist. I own a modern Explorer II and Sub-Date and both those fit perfectly so I'm hoping this fits the same.
I am definitely tempted to get one now :D I really think this could be the Datejust of the Tudor model like the Black Bay is the Submariner of Tudor. Great Review, thanks for the always great content 👍
Thanks for sharing. Great video! I recently bought the Black Bay 2 tone and shortly after the steel version of the Royal 41mm. I loved the Royal over my Black bay, but I did become fond of the 2 tone of the Bb. So I sold the Black bay and sold the steel Royal and bought this watch. A combination of my steel Royal and 2 tone Black bay: The 2 tone Royal! Best decision I made. Love it! It's simply beautiful. The craftsmanship is truly above its price and I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves the style of the watch. Like what you said at the end of the video: There simply isn't anything like it in this price range that's comes even close. And that's 100% true. It's super unique and classy yet can be worn very casually. The fit and finish is super high quality and the overall look masculine yet stylish. So to anyone who's in the market for a watch and thinking of this one. Try it on and I'll bet you'll never want to take it off again.
I believe Tudor went with Sellita because their in house movement isn't designed to handle a day wheel, plus like you said they save some on cost which they obviously pass all savings to the consumer which is a great thing about Tudor, it's also great that they usually peak, tweek, and modify movements they outsource for really bringing even non house movements up to what they feel is a higher standard
Another excellent review Hafiz! I think it's really nice to see a "breath of fresh air" from Tudor and that they have taken inspiration from the gone, but not forgotten Oysterquartz. I think this Royal offers a tempting proposition. Cheers
The quality of the video and your voice is just amazing. Thanks for the great review. Now, I'm thinking of buying 38mm Royal. Blue dial or the gold decorated one. I only have Rado Captain Cook grey dial. Which one do you recommend?
Just goes to show that you don't have to break the bank in order to buy an expensive looking watch. Thank you very much for yet another masterfully produced video.
There’s really nothing to hate, but I think most criticism is from cheaper movement and the design inspirations that Tudor have taken from Rolex/Omega/Ap for this Royal.
@@HafizJMehmood why do you say it’s a new watch, it’s the updated Tudor Classic that was sold in Asia for decades? Just go to Chrono24 and search for Tudor classic day date....
@@HafizJMehmood Ok compromise: Let's say the Royal replaces the Classic in the lineup. Yes the Royal is a new release and the Classic is discontinued - we agree on already. If you see them side by side - you see where the inspiration came from. It's pretty clearly an evolution of the Classic's (very old and stale) design in a more modern form but one can clearly see the lineage. It's ok if you want to call it a new watch as the changes are big, but zooming out a bit - they are very similar watches from the same brand.
Great overview/review, would be nice to have you compare this series with the Glamour Day/Date, black, silver dial, 39. It’s a chunkier bracelet. I’ll be buying one “off the cuff” ie never tried on wrist so these TH-cam reviews reviews help. Keep up the great work, well done.
I think this particular version looks the best. The blue one looks great too, however, I think that the Gold bezel gives it a bit more flair where the blue ver case and bezel looks a little plain.
Beautiful watch, I don’t understand why Tudor never does blue and gold that would be amazing. The I stand date and day configuration it’s what you would expect from a watch like this, well done Tudor! Great video pal
this watch reminds me soooo much of my favorite Rolex... The Oyster QUARTZ, and it's only about $3k for the two tone 41mm... I'm definitely gonna check it out in person. May just be my first luxury watch.
This is a great Tudor Royal review. If Tudor added a white dial option with black roman numerals, this watch could compete with the Cartier Santos in terms of the visuals. This could easily become a classic for the company.
Great video I just have one question! Is the gold really solid or capped because I found this scrolling in the comments in another review: "The Black Bay S&G models have solid crowns, bezels and end links while links in the bracelet are capped. The 1926 and Royal lines do differ. The Royal bezels and bracelet links are capped while the crowns are plated which helps assist in keeping the cost more approachable. The 1926 models have solid end links with capped bracelet links and bezels, however the 28mm versions do have solid bezels. You may see or hear otherwise, but this info is direct from Tudor." Thanks!
Awesome review as always! I would love for you to do a very interesting review on a Longines Master Collection Annual Calendar with alligator strap, ref# L2.910.4.78.3. It is one of the best bargains out there and realistically reachable at $2400. Thanks!
Thank you very much for this review, very helpful as I am in the process of choosing between the Tudor Royal 38 and the M.Lacroix Aikon 39. Any chance we get a review of this last one? Thank you and keep the nice job. So fresh and different :-)
Aikon is an homage watch and brand Maurice also doesn’t have any horological history as such. I’d pick Tudor Royal but you should pick the one you like better.
@@HafizJMehmood The value of the Aikon drops badly. The Tudor is already selling on the grey market at 15-20% above retail. Which is great. I own the 41 black dial. Great review 👏
Hi Hafiz, thank you for the interesting video, talking about the date change at exactly 12:00 am, I would like to know if this is the same case for the royal 38? Because my Royal 38 changes the date slowly actually!!! Thank you for your reply!
Hey, Hafiz. I'm looking to picking up this watch, and I have a question. My wrist size is 6.5 inches, and wrist span is about 53mm. Which size of Tudor Royal you thought fit better? 38 or 41mm? In your videos, both look good on you. I tried both of them in the boutique, but 38 looked a little bit smaller than I expected, and 41 looked a bit bulky. I just want to hear your thoughts on it. Thanks. looking to hear from you soon. Always enjoying watching your great quality videos!
@@Maarten_is_hereYes - what Zach said. The idea is that the IIII creates a weightier counterbalance to the VIII and hence is more pleasing aesthetically.
The original design idea to make the IV a IIII comes from Cartier. They decided the IIII is more balanced with the VIII (opposite number on the dial) . So although it's incorrect...pretty much all brands that use Roman numerals copied the idea from Cartier.
I love how this watch has curved sides like a Datejust and an angular top like a Genta type watch. The blend of curved and angular is done very well. Most Genta homages just have angular and no blend of side curves.
Hey Hafiz! Nice video as always. Can you please do one review for the Rolex Daytona? I'd love a review from you on the Daytona, No one can review a watch as good as you!
as to the clasp, you do realize two things... 1 steel can NEVER wear and tear ceramic, that's why it's ceramic ballbearings and 2 your wrist can never grab both sides of the bracelet and pull it with force apart while wearing this watch, so your assumption that it'll change over time with wear and tear is silly and absurd. BTW the rest of your review was amazing :-)
how drunk you have to be to stamp out nummerals, making look like a veery cheap fake? Probabaly not even chronometer or high end hairspring in this sellita 200, 48hour movement for a 4k-5k watch.
Take my opinion with a grain of salt. This watch reminds me of the Omega constellation series and makes me want to puke in its design. Sorry, just not something I would buy.
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Thank you for actually showing what the watch looks like on your wrist in different outfits and scenarios. This is the most helpful thing to me when getting a sense of what a watch would actually look like in everyday life.
The Selina movement is a welcome addition for me, it lowers the cost (and maintenance cost) making these more attainable. I have 6 watches with this movement and will take it everyday of the week vs overpriced in house movements. Plus it keeps these under the radar of flippers and snobs so more people can enjoy them.
As nice as this watch is, the quality of video footage and truly comprehensive review and flawless presentation make this video fantastic. Just ordered one!!!
are you happy with it? wondering if I should get one as well..
@Tony Soprano
I like it a lot. Very comfortable, understatedly elegant, and well made/accurate. Definitely an underrated watch and a great value. It is now in my regular rotation with Patek 5711, Rolex SS Skydweller, and Omega Aqua Terra.
@@chillimd1 thank you sir. cool collection you got!! Ill get it on Monday 🎉
Just bought the black dial Tudor Royal. This or the brown one will be my next purchase! Great review!!!
Crazy how this Tudors dial, hour marks and hands are so smoother and well made than the AP royal oak from your previous video 🙌🏽
You literally sold me on this specific watch. I was looking at the SS version with silver dial but this version looks great. I also appreciate you showing it paired with different outfits and at different distances. I have a 6.75" wrist and was worried the 41mm was too big but it looks great on your 6.5" wrist. I own a modern Explorer II and Sub-Date and both those fit perfectly so I'm hoping this fits the same.
I am definitely tempted to get one now :D I really think this could be the Datejust of the Tudor model like the Black Bay is the Submariner of Tudor.
Great Review, thanks for the always great content 👍
Thanks for sharing. Great video! I recently bought the Black Bay 2 tone and shortly after the steel version of the Royal 41mm. I loved the Royal over my Black bay, but I did become fond of the 2 tone of the Bb. So I sold the Black bay and sold the steel Royal and bought this watch. A combination of my steel Royal and 2 tone Black bay: The 2 tone Royal!
Best decision I made. Love it!
It's simply beautiful. The craftsmanship is truly above its price and I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves the style of the watch. Like what you said at the end of the video: There simply isn't anything like it in this price range that's comes even close. And that's 100% true.
It's super unique and classy yet can be worn very casually. The fit and finish is super high quality and the overall look masculine yet stylish.
So to anyone who's in the market for a watch and thinking of this one. Try it on and I'll bet you'll never want to take it off again.
I believe Tudor went with Sellita because their in house movement isn't designed to handle a day wheel, plus like you said they save some on cost which they obviously pass all savings to the consumer which is a great thing about Tudor, it's also great that they usually peak, tweek, and modify movements they outsource for really bringing even non house movements up to what they feel is a higher standard
Excellent finishing, especially for this price. Compared to the AP Royal Oak in your last video these are worlds apart.
Always love watching your videos man. Informative and pleasurable to view
Another excellent review Hafiz! I think it's really nice to see a "breath of fresh air" from Tudor and that they have taken inspiration from the gone, but not forgotten Oysterquartz. I think this Royal offers a tempting proposition.
Cheers
The best Tudor royal video made here on TH-cam !!
Great video , review and Narration. I just bought the Tudor royal two tone 38mm and it arrives tomorrow! I’m excited
Its these type of videos that makes me empty my pockets and go buy. great video
Man, this was a real good review. Really refreshing to see a different approach.
The quality of the video and your voice is just amazing. Thanks for the great review. Now, I'm thinking of buying 38mm Royal. Blue dial or the gold decorated one. I only have Rado Captain Cook grey dial. Which one do you recommend?
Was struggling to adjust the time as all other manuals available were not specific to the Tudor Royal, thanks man !
Just goes to show that you don't have to break the bank in order to buy an expensive looking watch. Thank you very much for yet another masterfully produced video.
Great review!! i can tell how much effort you put into this video.
A head to head comparison with frederique constant highlife is worth it
Thanks for your review. Love the watch and design. What hurts is the 'ten minute lume', plus the selitta movement instead of an eta...
It‘ so weird.. on Jenny Elle‘s video 99% of the comments have been hate towards the Tudor Royal and here everyone seems to like it a lot...
There’s really nothing to hate, but I think most criticism is from cheaper movement and the design inspirations that Tudor have taken from Rolex/Omega/Ap for this Royal.
@@HafizJMehmood why do you say it’s a new watch, it’s the updated Tudor Classic that was sold in Asia for decades? Just go to Chrono24 and search for Tudor classic day date....
@@HafizJMehmood by the way I love this watch, might get it once it is easier available
Tudor classic day date was completely different watch. This, Tudor Royal is a new watch released this year.
@@HafizJMehmood Ok compromise: Let's say the Royal replaces the Classic in the lineup. Yes the Royal is a new release and the Classic is discontinued - we agree on already. If you see them side by side - you see where the inspiration came from. It's pretty clearly an evolution of the Classic's (very old and stale) design in a more modern form but one can clearly see the lineage. It's ok if you want to call it a new watch as the changes are big, but zooming out a bit - they are very similar watches from the same brand.
Awesome detailed review, you gained a new subscriber here, keep it rocking🙌
As always beatiful video!so like you i have the same wrist size.Do you prefer the 38mm size?thx!
Cheers. Yes, I would personally prefer 38mm over this 41mm reference
Great overview/review, would be nice to have you compare this series with the Glamour Day/Date, black, silver dial, 39. It’s a chunkier bracelet. I’ll be buying one “off the cuff” ie never tried on wrist so these TH-cam reviews reviews help. Keep up the great work, well done.
I think this particular version looks the best. The blue one looks great too, however, I think that the Gold bezel gives it a bit more flair where the blue ver case and bezel looks a little plain.
Beautiful watch, I don’t understand why Tudor never does blue and gold that would be amazing. The I stand date and day configuration it’s what you would expect from a watch like this, well done Tudor! Great video pal
Hafiz - love your videos - such great work and commentary! Thanks for making them.
I have just bought one, coming tomorrow cant wait paid £2.5k uk. The same in a rolex would be about £10k, great value tudor
I can't wait to get my hands on this. I want the one for 3k with the diamond in it but I can't get my eyes off this piece either lol
Vividhype Whats the 41mm size like..fitting wise, did it feel too big or just right...
Vividhype did u have any issue with the clasp closing and opening..
this watch reminds me soooo much of my favorite Rolex... The Oyster QUARTZ, and it's only about $3k for the two tone 41mm... I'm definitely gonna check it out in person. May just be my first luxury watch.
This is a great Tudor Royal review. If Tudor added a white dial option with black roman numerals, this watch could compete with the Cartier Santos in terms of the visuals. This could easily become a classic for the company.
Try the Tudor Prince date
Seems very similar to the modern Constellation case shape...
Great video I just have one question! Is the gold really solid or capped because I found this scrolling in the comments in another review: "The Black Bay S&G models have solid crowns, bezels and end links while links in the bracelet are capped. The 1926 and Royal lines do differ. The Royal bezels and bracelet links are capped while the crowns are plated which helps assist in keeping the cost more approachable. The 1926 models have solid end links with capped bracelet links and bezels, however the 28mm versions do have solid bezels. You may see or hear otherwise, but this info is direct from Tudor." Thanks!
Great video, and a really helpful review. Considering buying this watch, and this really helped inform my opinion.
Beautiful watch. Excellent video again. Thanks.
hi, good video thank u! the Crown and Rom Indices are too 18k Gold?
Awesome review as always!
I would love for you to do a very interesting review on a Longines Master Collection Annual Calendar with alligator strap, ref# L2.910.4.78.3. It is one of the best bargains out there and realistically reachable at $2400.
Thanks!
Thank you very much for this review, very helpful as I am in the process of choosing between the Tudor Royal 38 and the M.Lacroix Aikon 39. Any chance we get a review of this last one? Thank you and keep the nice job. So fresh and different :-)
Aikon is an homage watch and brand Maurice also doesn’t have any horological history as such. I’d pick Tudor Royal but you should pick the one you like better.
@@HafizJMehmood The value of the Aikon drops badly. The Tudor is already selling on the grey market at 15-20% above retail.
Which is great. I own the 41 black dial.
Great review 👏
Excellent review, thank you. You go into a lot of detail that others miss.
Last year this video made me fall in love and convince me to buy this reference 😉👏💪
Hi Hafiz, thank you for the interesting video, talking about the date change at exactly 12:00 am, I would like to know if this is the same case for the royal 38? Because my Royal 38 changes the date slowly actually!!! Thank you for your reply!
Bro love your videos. What is the price?
Thanks for your review you do a good job…! I just bought this watch & love it….!
Hey, Hafiz. I'm looking to picking up this watch, and I have a question. My wrist size is 6.5 inches, and wrist span is about 53mm. Which size of Tudor Royal you thought fit better? 38 or 41mm? In your videos, both look good on you. I tried both of them in the boutique, but 38 looked a little bit smaller than I expected, and 41 looked a bit bulky. I just want to hear your thoughts on it. Thanks. looking to hear from you soon. Always enjoying watching your great quality videos!
Fyi in the video he says his wrist is 6.5"
Why is the number 4 on watch and clock dials always written as IIII and not IV how it should be?
That is how clockmakers have historically made them. They decided long ago that it was more visually pleasing.
@@ZachBie thanks for the reply. I've been surprised many times that people often only notice when asked this question.
@@Maarten_is_hereYes - what Zach said. The idea is that the IIII creates a weightier counterbalance to the VIII and hence is more pleasing aesthetically.
The original design idea to make the IV a IIII comes from Cartier. They decided the IIII is more balanced with the VIII (opposite number on the dial) . So although it's incorrect...pretty much all brands that use Roman numerals copied the idea from Cartier.
I love "integrated bracelet watch" from Tudor Royal
When a video on the BB S&G 39 mm Réf Various?
Is it good?
Adam think you could lend me the watch too? XD haha, very nice watch!
Are the hour indices made of gold or are they gold plated steel?
Gold
This or silver blue dial?
How accurate are those watches in real time usage ?
Great review, my 3rd time ive watched it.
I love how this watch has curved sides like a Datejust and an angular top like a Genta type watch. The blend of curved and angular is done very well. Most Genta homages just have angular and no blend of side curves.
Another superb review! I really love this watch!!
Great review. This looks so classy.
Hey Hafiz! Nice video as always. Can you please do one review for the Rolex Daytona? I'd love a review from you on the Daytona, No one can review a watch as good as you!
The David Attenborough of watches ….. 👍 subbed great videos.
nice video! do you think this watch can appreciate in value??
my wrist is 21 cm, is the bracelet long enough to fit me? thank you
Yes. I have 21 cm wrist as well and it fits me well, Infact got a link removed.
Can you do a Laurent Ferrier watch under the microscope? 🙏
Lovely review - keep it up!!!
Any scracth on the bezel....
Looking at the 34mm and 38mm. Cant decide. Im 5'3" and dont like large watches. Probably leaning towards the 34.
Nice review.
I have it on my radar
Great review, I wish they made it in 38mm with the day complication
Try the Tudor Prince day date, a slightly older version of this watch, but it has a cyclops, and comes in different sizes, including 36mm.
Besides the clasp man it’s a nice piece
what is your wrist size ?
Lovely revival of the Rolex oysterquartz case
This video is amazing. ❤
Very good work on your videos
I'm on the waiting list for the blue dial stainless steel. Should be avialable in January in the UK :)
Damn release is postponed to March unfortunately :(
Still have it? How do u like it?
Great photography as usual. I kinda like that watch. I don't normally wear dress watches but I'm intrigued
This isn’t a dress watch
@@KR-dn7xd Um I beg to differ. It sure isn't a sports watch. Just because its a stainless model with a bracelet doesn't mean its a sports watch.
@@mickeylickey123 😒
Technically, it is a steel sports watch but can easily be dressed up.
@@HafizJMehmood yup, dress watch.
@Hafiz: Is that Sarpaneva moon face as your profile pic?
That’s right. 👍
Thank you so much for sharing great video.
Anyone know the price?
Love the video 👍
its looking very confident
Gorgeous. Even tho I prefer the champagne one.
Too bad Tudor is now using Sellita movements. Historically used ETA Chronometer grade.
Good video, I love it
Changing the Date Manual between 9-3 o clock can destroy the watch. Dont you Know that??
thanks for sharing
Good review
Beautiful Watch 😍🤤😍🤤😍🤤💎
Wow that’s awesome
Night time view - sorry Hafiz watching the cricket
as to the clasp, you do realize two things... 1 steel can NEVER wear and tear ceramic, that's why it's ceramic ballbearings and 2 your wrist can never grab both sides of the bracelet and pull it with force apart while wearing this watch, so your assumption that it'll change over time with wear and tear is silly and absurd. BTW the rest of your review was amazing :-)
it suites you well
A day, no date would be amazing
Cant wait for the chinese clones with a better glasp
rightly price.
Nice attempt, but its a frankenstien that needs refinement.
Roman numeral 4 is supposed to be "IV" not "IIII"... WTF Tudor?!?! 🤷🕵😄
Right???
how drunk you have to be to stamp out nummerals, making look like a veery cheap fake? Probabaly not even chronometer or high end hairspring in this sellita 200, 48hour movement for a 4k-5k watch.
ALDO !
Looks like a rolex
Take my opinion with a grain of salt. This watch reminds me of the Omega constellation series and makes me want to puke in its design. Sorry, just not something I would buy.