Tudor Ranger metal strap fit a Black Bay?

[MrWhy]

Hi, I have recently purchased a Tudor Heritage Black Bay burgundy and wasn’t a fan of the metal strap it came with, mainly because of the ‘rivet’ bracelet.

I really likely the metal strap on the Tudor Ranger and was wondering if this would fit on my BB? The watches, I believe, are both 41mm.

I can ask my AD but have always found the folks on this forum to be incredibly knowledgable.

Thanks in advance


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[cdbeaver66]

Fits perfectly and my BB is on it now.

[TG3N]

Yes, the Ranger bracelet will fit the BB.

Be aware though that the 'slabby' high case sides of the BB mean that without end-links (or a chunky leather strap), there can be quite a gap/height difference between the lugs when the BB bracelet isn't used. It doesn't bother me personally, but it dissuades some, so before buying a Ranger bracelet you might want to check how it looks first - there's loads of pics online, both on Ranger bracelet and strap.

[Old Expat Beast]

The Ranger bracelet fits the BB ETA, so should certainly fit the in-house case, too.

[MrWhy]

Thanks everyone. Picture looks amazing and just what I want!

TG3N, sounds strange but I actually want the big gap. I really like having a gap rather than it sitting exactly in place! I’m going to buy the watch as a whole (I get roughly 37% off so will only cost me about £1400) and sell off the bits I don’t want to keep.

Thanks


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[cdbeaver66]

Originally Posted by MrWhy

Thanks everyone. Picture looks amazing and just what I want!

TG3N, sounds strange but I actually want the big gap. I really like having a gap rather than it sitting exactly in place! I’m going to buy the watch as a whole (I get roughly 37% off so will only cost me about £1400) and sell off the bits I don’t want to keep.

Thanks


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Good stuff, that's some discount. May I ask how?

[MrWhy]

Originally Posted by cdbeaver66

Good stuff, that's some discount. May I ask how?

I have purchased a lot of watches from an AD chain of different brands and normally get a set 20% off, plus my company allow me to purchase 17% off vouchers as a benefit of employment. I live in the UK.


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[cdbeaver66]

Originally Posted by MrWhy

I have purchased a lot of watches from an AD chain of different brands and normally get a set 20% off, plus my company allow me to purchase 17% off vouchers as a benefit of employment. I live in the UK.


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Brilliant, I'm Surrey too

[MrWhy]

Originally Posted by cdbeaver66

Brilliant, I'm Surrey too

Small world some great AD’s in Surrey that don’t have some of the London snobbery that can sometimes come with selling.


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[TG3N]

Originally Posted by MrWhy

TG3N, sounds strange but I actually want the big gap. I really like having a gap rather than it sitting exactly in place! I’m going to buy the watch as a whole (I get roughly 37% off so will only cost me about £1400) and sell off the bits I don’t want to keep.

Glad to be of some help, and that's a brilliant deal. That look adds nicely to the vintage style of the watch too.

Sorry, I probably didn't explain myself correctly, but I wasn't referring to the expected gap as in the distance from the straight-end Ranger bracelet end-piece to the actual case, but more the vertical profile - the bracelet attaches quite low-down on the lugs, and the case-side rises vertically up towards the bezel. It's that less finished & flat bit of the case between the lugs which is exposed (without end-links) that some dislike, though I don't personally think it's an issue, just thought I'd point it out.

This pic maybe illustrates better what I mean:

[MrWhy]

Originally Posted by TG3N

Glad to be of some help, and that's a brilliant deal. That look adds nicely to the vintage style of the watch too.



Sorry, I probably didn't explain myself correctly, but I wasn't referring to the expected gap as in the distance from the straight-end Ranger bracelet end-piece to the actual case, but more the vertical profile - the bracelet attaches quite low-down on the lugs, and the case-side rises vertically up towards the bezel. It's that less finished & flat bit of the case between the lugs which is exposed (without end-links) that some dislike, though I don't personally think it's an issue, just thought I'd point it out.



This pic maybe illustrates better what I mean:

Yes, they always look after me with regards to deal and service. Exactly what I’m going for, more vintage!

I see, sorry, your comment does make sense I just misread it. I wear my watch now with the fabric strap (same as picture) so see the metal you are talking about. Not bothered me massively, kinda like it. I sold the leather strap and clasp the watch came with to lower the blow of the total cost.

Thanks for your help


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[airchitect]

You can still purchase a steel “no riveted” bracelet through an AD... why not just do that?

[MrWhy]

Originally Posted by airchitect

You can still purchase a steel “no riveted” bracelet through an AD... why not just do that?

Hi, I get a brand new Ranger for £1400. I can’t see a bracelet costing less than £200. I may be wrong?
Once I take the bracelet off, I am still left with the fabric strap, watch, box and papers.


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[cdbeaver66]

Originally Posted by MrWhy

Hi, I get a brand new Ranger for £1400. I can’t see a bracelet costing less than £200. I may be wrong?
Once I take the bracelet off, I am still left with the fabric strap, watch, box and papers.


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I got a good deal with the Ranger on leather strap, I 'had to' stump up £570 for the Ranger bracelet

[mui.richard]

it certainly fit the Black Bay very nicely

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[MrWhy]

Originally Posted by mui.richard

it certainly fit the Black Bay very nicely

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Love that!


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[YellowBullet]

It will fit, but I personally don't like the way it looks without the end links