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GerardoG · 24 March 2013, 02:24 PM

Well, this is an ongoing hobby.....I am still enjoying my Panerai, my AD waiting for my confirmation on next purchase (I have my mind set on the next toy, but asked him to wait until Basel to see if we move forward with my decision or order one of the new releases) and I am still looking at more toys!

I had been looking at the new Cartier Tank Solo XL (low profile, auto, leather w deployant, esy going dress watch) but read today an article on the Black Bay....sometimg anout the combo (patina....red....vintage leather....) makes it 'interesting'.

Any owners that would like to share comments and pics? What about our Tudor Pro (Dan)? Comments?

Thank you, my 'watch family' for your time!

Kanger · 24 March 2013, 02:45 PM

Insanely beautiful. Delivered both strap and bracelet versions to my client. Unbelievably hefty and in general just beautiful. On my list for personal acquisition.

Runnin' Rebel · 24 March 2013, 03:31 PM

Black Bay is almost perfect. Just needs a date.

salem65 · 24 March 2013, 03:33 PM

The black bay is a cool looking watch, but I prefer the Tank Solo.

nick c · 24 March 2013, 09:32 PM

Jocke · 24 March 2013, 09:49 PM

Here you have something I have put together.

The Tudor Black Bay

Dan Pierce · 24 March 2013, 10:35 PM

Wish I could help, mi amigo. But our friend Jocke can do more with pics than mere words can do.

Hope to see the Black Bay [and Jocke] while at Basel this year.

dP

Jocke · 24 March 2013, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Wish I could help, mi amigo. But our friend Jocke can do more with pics than mere words can do.

Hope to see the Black Bay [and Jocke] while at Basel this year.

dP

Did that mean you wish I should wear my Black Bay at Baselworld so you can try it on your wrist Dan?

If you want that just let me know and that will be the watch I wear this year.

Lucky777 · 24 March 2013, 11:19 PM

Great piece...would like to add one to my collection as well. The leather strap has grown on me, and I would certainly go for bracelet and strap to change up the looks.

Dan Pierce · 24 March 2013, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

Did that mean you wish I should wear my Black Bay at Baselworld so you can try it on your wrist Dan?

If you want that just let me know and that will be the watch I wear this year.

You mean I get to request any watch from your collection? Better give me some time to think about this one.

dP

Jocke · 24 March 2013, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

You mean I get to request any watch from your collection? Better give me some time to think about this one.

dP

No problem my friend, this year, you decide.

subtona · 24 March 2013, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

Here you have something I have put together.

The Tudor Black Bay

Wow, you got skills!

Americandave · 24 March 2013, 11:50 PM

I couldn't be happier with my black bay - I have it on a NATO at the moment, it's my timekeeper for an island vacation....fits the tropical bill perfectly!

It's a clean, classic watch. There's really nothing else like it new on the market.

GerardoG · 25 March 2013, 12:20 AM

Great pics! I guess I have to try it on. Is that a 41mm?

GerardoG · 25 March 2013, 12:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by salem65

The black bay is a cool looking watch, but I prefer the Tank Solo.

Interested in knowing why

jlc123 · 25 March 2013, 12:34 AM

The Black Bay is awesome. It has that attractive vintage look in a modern piece at a reasonable price, not to mention, it has a RED bezel, soooo coool.

beaglehusky · 25 March 2013, 02:35 PM

Tough choice! My guess is that depending on what you have on your collection should point you in the right direction. Ultimately, both pieces will be around for a while, so there's no reason why you can't get one now and the other one later on.

I've liked the Tank for a long time but I bought it mostly for sentimental reasons; my uncle wore one (Tank but different version) for a very long time and I always liked his watch. He was a great motivator my whole life and I've always looked up to him, the way he achieved in life in spite of a handicap.

When the Black Bay came out it immediately captivated me; I love the looks, it is super comfortable, and although it's a dive watch, I think it sets itself apart from most.

You can't go wrong with either. Buena suerte con tu decision!

GerardoG · 26 March 2013, 01:01 AM

Gracias Adrian! Those are great pictures of two nice timepieces. How do you like the feel and build of the Tank?

Watchdog · 26 March 2013, 01:36 AM

Such different watches but both nice.

beaglehusky · 26 March 2013, 01:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GerardoG

Gracias Adrian! Those are great pictures of two nice timepieces. How do you like the feel and build of the Tank?

De nada!

The Tank is super comfortable and it feels nice and thin, it fits very nicely under the cuff. I like the XL size better than the classic size, which I think -nowadays anyway- ends up looking a little small. The ONE drawback is the clasp, which I find a little underwhelming. I'm planning on an OEM upgrade (if it's even available) with a different clasp. I'm confident that you would not regret getting it.

GIS8 · 26 March 2013, 02:24 AM

LOVE my Black Bay!

Truly unique bezel on that one.

time2see · 26 March 2013, 05:12 PM

X2. Wow Jocke .

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Wow, you got skills!

superdog · 26 March 2013, 10:03 PM

I love it and kind of want one after reading this thread.

Jason71 · 27 March 2013, 01:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

Here you have something I have put together.

The Tudor Black Bay

I'm pretty sure Jocke was planted here by Rolex to spy on us and to post his Amazing pictures. There is no doubt that his pictures have influenced some purchases over time. These Black Bay pictures are better than the shots done by Rolex........wait...these shots were done by Rolex

GerardoG · 27 March 2013, 01:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

I'm pretty sure Jocke was planted here by Rolex to spy on us and to post his Amazing pictures. There is no doubt that his pictures have influenced some purchases over time. These Black Bay pictures are better than the shots done by Rolex........wait...these shots were done by Rolex

24 March 2013, 02:24 PM	#1
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	New watch 'itch'....opinions on Tudor Black Bay... Well, this is an ongoing hobby.....I am still enjoying my Panerai, my AD waiting for my confirmation on next purchase (I have my mind set on the next toy, but asked him to wait until Basel to see if we move forward with my decision or order one of the new releases) and I am still looking at more toys! I had been looking at the new Cartier Tank Solo XL (low profile, auto, leather w deployant, esy going dress watch) but read today an article on the Black Bay....sometimg anout the combo (patina....red....vintage leather....) makes it 'interesting'. Any owners that would like to share comments and pics? What about our Tudor Pro (Dan)? Comments? Thank you, my 'watch family' for your time!

24 March 2013, 03:31 PM	#3
Runnin' Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: 🤔 Posts: 8,424	Black Bay is almost perfect. Just needs a date. __________________ ♛

24 March 2013, 03:33 PM	#4
salem65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Canada Watch: JS Watch co. 101 Posts: 1,395	The black bay is a cool looking watch, but I prefer the Tank Solo. __________________ JS Watch 101 ▪ Grand Seiko SBGX061 ▪ Breitling A17364

24 March 2013, 09:49 PM	#6
Jocke 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,541	Here you have something I have put together. The Tudor Black Bay __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

24 March 2013, 10:35 PM	#7
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,166	Wish I could help, mi amigo. But our friend Jocke can do more with pics than mere words can do. Hope to see the Black Bay [and Jocke] while at Basel this year. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

24 March 2013, 02:45 PM	#2
Kanger Banned Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: North Carolina Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 5,524	Insanely beautiful. Delivered both strap and bracelet versions to my client. Unbelievably hefty and in general just beautiful. On my list for personal acquisition.

24 March 2013, 09:32 PM	#5
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846

24 March 2013, 11:19 PM	#9
Lucky777 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: NJ Watch: Rolex 16610 Posts: 2,160	Great piece...would like to add one to my collection as well. The leather strap has grown on me, and I would certainly go for bracelet and strap to change up the looks.

24 March 2013, 11:50 PM	#13
Americandave "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 72	I couldn't be happier with my black bay - I have it on a NATO at the moment, it's my timekeeper for an island vacation....fits the tropical bill perfectly! It's a clean, classic watch. There's really nothing else like it new on the market.

25 March 2013, 12:20 AM	#14
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Great pics! I guess I have to try it on. Is that a 41mm?

25 March 2013, 12:34 AM	#16
jlc123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: United States Watch: Overseas Posts: 992	The Black Bay is awesome. It has that attractive vintage look in a modern piece at a reasonable price, not to mention, it has a RED bezel, soooo coool.

26 March 2013, 01:01 AM	#18
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Gracias Adrian! Those are great pictures of two nice timepieces. How do you like the feel and build of the Tank?

26 March 2013, 01:36 AM	#19
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,815	Such different watches but both nice.

26 March 2013, 02:24 AM	#21
GIS8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Earth Posts: 230	LOVE my Black Bay! Truly unique bezel on that one.

26 March 2013, 10:03 PM	#23
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,827	I love it and kind of want one after reading this thread. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

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