Incoming! BB58 Navy Blue + Pics & Thoughts

[kevlar]

But it's not a Rolex is it and I heard its not as well built as a $300 Seiko also you tube told me its not a great watch obvious cash grab from Tudor - so for that reason i'm out.

PS I really like it, I shall bow my head in shame as I walk away.

[kevlar]

Originally Posted by VK1984

When the BB58 Blue came out I thought it was pretty great - especially for someone on whom the modern (which is now a little less modern) Sub just never quite felt right. I read every article on it and watched every video. Loved the watch. I did restrain myself and think: just wait a little while to make sure you really do like it and aren’t just taken in by the Internet hype.

A month later I knew the love was real. I couldn’t stop thinking about it. I however got hit with a barrage of wait lists from a local (and beyond) shops - none of who I have any history with.

Today, two and bit months after it came out, I just happened to see on Facebook that a local jeweller has just become a Tudor AD last week. Rang them this morning at 11.49am, they said they had stock in as they only just became an Tudor AD, and by 1.00pm I was wearing the watch.

I purchased it on the suede / soft touch strap as I’m planning of wearing it on NATO’s anyway. Figured I’d save the £200 bracelet premium and order a bunch of different straps for it.

On my 6.75inch wrist it looks and feels (in the words of Goldilocks) just right. Love the colour, bezel action and just general size. A couple pics with it on the Tudor strap (which I must say is a looker with a very cool clasp), on the couple of NATO’s I had at home and some pics of it next to the original BB58 and my 114270











A couple of side notes
- they had two in stock so if anyone in the Nottingham area is after one on a bracelet - it’s still available!
- all stickers, tags and associated paraphernalia were left on the watch and in tact. To be fair I’ve not even taken them off yet. I read on here that an AD insisted on taking them off on a recent Tudor purchase.
- The store manager was wearing a very nice Aquanaut which caught my eye. Wonder if he had to wait long for it
- Tried on a Grand Seiko Snowflake while I was there. The dial is incredible but the watch didn’t really sing to me. Possibly too big for me.
- Current state of the collection below. Between this and the Explorer I have most bases covered. Time to sit back and enjoy what I have before I no doubt begin the quest for the next piece...




I’ve already ordered an orange rubber NATO and a Marine Nationale style green and yellow one. Looking forward to just changing the straps on this depending on what takes me on any given day. I like how my Explorer looks on straps but man, changing the bracelet in and out is a really stressful affair!

This watch is so fun and makes me smile. Will post more pics on the various straps once they arrive.


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It looks like you buy watches you actually like and enjoy - are you mad

[VK1984]

Originally Posted by kevlar

It looks like you buy watches you actually like and enjoy - are you mad

Haha thank you! It seems like a funny concept when you read some posts. I saw your comments on the other thread too regarding the Tudor taking a back seat. I guess some people can’t enjoy a “lesser brand”. All the more for us.

As you can tell - loving this. The first of my three additional straps came today. Was going for an old Tudor Snowflake vibe with this colour. The strap itself is excellent. Single pass so it feels nice and light too





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[m j b]

Congrats! I think there are some features on the Tudor that make it a really neat purchase and dare I say, more interesting than a Rolex. I personally can't get past the snowflake though.

Originally Posted by VK1984

Between this and the Explorer I have most bases covered.

Almost. You need a Speedmaster in there.

Lovely watch, enjoy it!

[VK1984]

Originally Posted by m j b

Congrats! I think there are some features on the Tudor that make it a really neat purchase and dare I say, more interesting than a Rolex. I personally can't get past the snowflake though.



Almost. You need a Speedmaster in there.

Lovely watch, enjoy it!

I do love the Speedmaster story but I just don’t think the Speedmaster loves me. The normal one is a little to big. I love the look and handset on the First Omega In Space but didn’t love it when I tried it on. I think a Speedmaster Reduced may be my last option ��

I know what you mean about the snowflake - originally I wasn’t a fan. Now though I find it kinda charming.