I think I might prefer my Tudor GMT over my Rolex.

[SLWoodster]

I agree that they are large and out of scale.

Wished they were smaller. Still bought a bunch.

Originally Posted by Kevin of Larchmont

This is the single reason why I don’t own a ceramic Rolex GMT, the bezel numerals are so large and out of scale. I can’t unsee them.

[Neil McCauley]

Originally Posted by jamesbondOO7

One needs to compare II with II

Yep

Still fine haha

[JRell]

Originally Posted by 1259

I think the new one looks better when compared side by side.

I used to think the numbers were too big. Now I appreciate them. Easy to see at a glance and the font style is classier than the older ones. Plus the ceramic bezel just looks sharper and more modern. Overall a crisper look.

[TBS]

Originally Posted by Timmer1

I just bought the 5 link bracelet with Tudors micro adjustment called t-fit. Once I have it I will post a picture.

I am interested in what that cost and how it looks. The BBGMT needs a micro adjustment. At least for me.

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[jamesbondOO7]

Originally Posted by Neil McCauley

Yep

Still fine haha

I know! The old girl is still the winner!

[rockysw]

Tudor is awesome. I think I will prefer this new GMT over rolex as daily wear too but I am not a fan of those gilt accents. Black dial, white hour markers and any bezel (black, coke or pepsi) and I it is the perfect watch.

[Zach69SS]

Nothing like Rolex GMT, Tudor is great but not a Rolex , I own a BB GMT Pepsi bezel love it and wear it allot.

Whatever makes you happy on your wrist can be both.

Cheers!

[HKperf]

I totally get where you're coming from. The Tudor GMT has that rugged charm and practicality that makes it super appealing, especially for travel. Sometimes less flashy is more enjoyable for everyday wear. Enjoy your Tudor and have a great weekend!

[colonelpurple]

I think they are both lovely watches. Familiarity breeds contempt and its natural to like a newer watch more. Personally I prefer the Rolex, but the Tudor is somewhat lower key and good to wear in a t-shirt in more challenging urban environments. Although I use my IWC Pilot for this :)

[rolexpatek363]

Originally Posted by jamesbondOO7

I know! The old girl is still the winner!

Correct.

I can't understand anyone preferring the clunker, but hey we're all different. I wish Rolex would head-hunt whoever's in charge of design at Tudor.

[OG1982]

Originally Posted by 6172crew

A few small changes and I would be wearing a Tudor. I recently bought a BB54 for my son and got to look it over for a few weeks before gifting it to him.
The tudors are missing the crown guards, and the GMT is too thick, if they got rid of the domed crystal and gold numbers I’d be in. I do like the price and the matte bezels, it makes them under the radar cool. I’m guessing they don’t want to step on the Rolex brand so they do it differently but those things I mentioned are why I’m in line like a bunch of others.

I own a really nice planet ocean and the things I mentioned about the Tudor are on my Omega. It’s too thick being the one thing that bothers me the most.

I hear you. I have a BB54 and it's currently getting more wrist time than my 41mm Submariner.

[reposado]

Thanks for all the comments guys,

Well!.. a bit of an update for you;

I've sold the BLNR!

Long story short a family member has been trying to get one for years and I thought you know what, it was a grail for me but i'm happy to let a family member have the pleasure of it. I sold it for the RRP I paid circa 2 years ago.

It's funny, it doesn't feel as if i've gotten rid of it, since it's still 'in the family'.

Still loving the '58 GMT, it brings me more joy than I think the Rolex did and feels good rationalising the collection somewhat.

[GreatScott]

I might do the same if they made a monochrome version

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[Mrngrz46]

Please let me know if you let go blnr

[reposado]

Originally Posted by Mrngrz46

Please let me know if you let go blnr

You definitely didn't read my last post!

[JRell]

Originally Posted by reposado

You definitely didn't read my last post!

You sold the only watch that IMO is worth keeping and the best of the SS Rolex. At the end of the day it is what you like most! My BLNR on jubilee is the best watch I have ever owned, over the TT CHNR, 126613LB, the 114060 and 124060, 126610LN and LV, and DJ 41 fluted jubilee white, black and blue. At the end of the day that is why makes Rolex great as they make favorites for everyone. I respect you, you sold a legend, probably made money, and got the watch YOU want. That is all that matters. Congrats!

[wristivities]

"The chicken will come back home to roost" the BLNR said to the owner who flipped it for a Tudor

[the dark knight]

OP, I too sold my BLNR a while ago, primarily because it was getting less wrist time and I was considering getting a 16710 again. Then a couple of days after I sold it Tudor announced the BB58 GMT, and now I'm waiting for one from the AD.

I have to reserve full judgment on the watch and this general thought process I've been having until I get watch and wear it. But I have a BB54 that I dare say I enjoy wearing more than my 41mm Sub.

As a guy that probably prefers the older Rolex 5-digit aesthetic and sizing, but strongly prefers to buy newer watches and appreciates some of the newer tech (like Glidelock/T-Fit), it's getting kinda hard justifying Rolex over Tudor for some of these models. Esp because Tudor has committed to smaller/thinner sizing to match the vintage aesthetic.

IF I keep the BB54 and BB58 GMT and end up selling the Sub, I would essentially have gone from a Sub/BLNR combo to the Tudor combo. And I'm thinking it might actually be the right move for me.

[reposado]

Originally Posted by the dark knight

OP, I too sold my BLNR a while ago, primarily because it was getting less wrist time and I was considering getting a 16710 again. Then a couple of days after I sold it Tudor announced the BB58 GMT, and now I'm waiting for one from the AD.

I have to reserve full judgment on the watch and this general thought process I've been having until I get watch and wear it. But I have a BB54 that I dare say I enjoy wearing more than my 41mm Sub.

As a guy that probably prefers the older Rolex 5-digit aesthetic and sizing, but strongly prefers to buy newer watches and appreciates some of the newer tech (like Glidelock/T-Fit), it's getting kinda hard justifying Rolex over Tudor for some of these models. Esp because Tudor has committed to smaller/thinner sizing to match the vintage aesthetic.

IF I keep the BB54 and BB58 GMT and end up selling the Sub, I would essentially have gone from a Sub/BLNR combo to the Tudor combo. And I'm thinking it might actually be the right move for me.

I think when one started collecting with the 5 digit models it is easier to appreciate the current Tudor aesthetic and what it offers. I think you’ll love the 58 GMT and hope it comes in soon for you.

It’s funny, there’s been a few responses in this thread saying it’s too thick, but I don’t think everyone realises this is a totally new model with new movement and case dimensions.

[reposado]

Originally Posted by wristivities

"The chicken will come back home to roost" the BLNR said to the owner who flipped it for a Tudor

I don’t think it counts as flipping. I have sold the watch to a family member who has been on the list with their AD for a long time with no sign of one showing up. I sold it for what I bought it for and have the pleasure of seeing it being enjoyed on a loved one’s wrist.

[TheVision]

Thing is once ya move past Rolex, you'll realize that most Rolex is for show where as other brands are really the ones that "sing to ya".

I love my sub and saved up years for it (got it at AD). And now getting batman end of this year but I bought a Panerai some months back and its taken over my sub as a daily driver. I swap the straps to rubber/leather at will and the large 44mm sandwich dial really sings to me. I haven't worn my sub as much since I got my Panerai.

Rolex -> to make a social statement
Other Brands -> ya wear it cos ya love it.