I chose a Tudor over Rolex

[NachoNeal]

It seems to me that the BB58 is competing more with the Submariner, not the Explorer1.

Explorer1 is maybe more like the tudor north flag or perhaps that simple tudor black bay, that comes with a blue or black dial, with no bezel (I forget the name of it).

[MMPutnam]

I'm leaning heavily towards getting a BB58 as well. Lots of reasons for me (size/proportions, colors, feel on wrist) and if I get it I'd likely make my 126610 a safe queen for now (about which I really have mixed feelings).
Regardless of how it would fit into my collection and how I'd stack it up against my other watches there's something truly alluring to me about that watch.

[hambone1983]

Originally Posted by KonradvonMarburg

Have you considered Frederique Constant?

they have great watches IMO

[prnceofpersia23]

IMHO, at MSRP, the BB58 is the best value for the money you can find.

Congrats, OP.

[kizerman]

Originally Posted by Pw92676

Don’t worry about what people think about your choice in watches. Would you care if everyone on here didn’t “approve” of your significant other? No! Enjoy your Tudor BB. It is a damn nice watch.

Well he did ask.

Seems like the OP is trying to convince himself he made a good decision. These threads are all over the watch forums and, from what I've seen, that Tudor will be on the sales forum in less than a year and the OP will be buying a Rolex or something else.

[Santiago32]

Originally Posted by kyo86sg

Ya.. and recently misprinted dial Saga.

Seriously I doubt Tudor QC department.

What’s wrong with this dial? I’m not seeing it.

[BogdanS]

Originally Posted by Santiago32

What’s wrong with this dial? I’m not seeing it.

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[KonradvonMarburg]

Originally Posted by kizerman

Well he did ask.

Seems like the OP is trying to convince himself he made a good decision. These threads are all over the watch forums and, from what I've seen, that Tudor will be on the sales forum in less than a year and the OP will be buying a Rolex or something else.

This is a sensible and likely prognostication.

OP will be buying an OP.

[Golfguy77]

Originally Posted by BogdanS

Ceneve, a new Mecca for watches.


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Think it might be a fake?

[KonradvonMarburg]

Originally Posted by hambone1983

they have great watches IMO

While my comment was admittedly facetious, you are right that their highest level offerings don't look too shabby.

I bought one of their stainless steel dress watches a few years back. Sold it after a week. It just didn't do anything for me. I also don't like that they still do gold plating on some lower end models.

Ten years ago I almost bought a Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece Cinq Aguilles (I think this is how you spell it) because I liked the look of the dial.

I've also wanted an Alain Silberstein Pikto Smileday for a long time now. You hardly ever see these anymore though, and he is no longer making watches. :(

At the end of the day you just buy what you like. I've never understood these "Did I make the right choice?" threads. Our affirmation should play no part in what watch you decide to purchase- for whatever reason. Probably better to ask questions in advance if you are comparing model to model, or brand to model, or brand to brand.

[Mwilsey103]

This is my first thread created on this forum and had no idea the emotions it has brought out. From being offended that I would dare consider Tudor better than Rolex, never said that, to full support of my decision to go Tudor. Gotta love the passion on this forum. Can’t wait till I buy my next watch to be judged again.

[samson66]

Originally Posted by Mwilsey103

This is my first thread created on this forum and had no idea the emotions it has brought out. From being offended that I would dare consider Tudor better than Rolex, never said that, to full support of my decision to go Tudor. Gotta love the passion on this forum. Can’t wait till I buy my next watch to be judged again.

Simply the mention of the word "Tudor" sends the Rolex fanboys into a tizzy

Like you, there are still many of us who enjoy all sorts of Swiss watches from all sorts of brands and aren't blinded by the Rolex PR department.

I own both Rolex and Tudor like hundreds of other forum members. I enjoy both and don't see it as one vs the other. Some have trouble with that unfortunately.

[Mwilsey103]

Originally Posted by KonradvonMarburg

While my comment was admittedly facetious, you are right that their highest level offerings don't look too shabby.

I bought one of their stainless steel dress watches a few years back. Sold it after a week. It just didn't do anything for me. I also don't like that they still do gold plating on some lower end models.

Ten years ago I almost bought a Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece Cinq Aguilles (I think this is how you spell it) because I liked the look of the dial.

I've also wanted an Alain Silberstein Pikto Smileday for a long time now. You hardly ever see these anymore though, and he is no longer making watches. :(

At the end of the day you just buy what you like. I've never understood these "Did I make the right choice?" threads. Our affirmation should play no part in what watch you decide to purchase- for whatever reason. Probably better to ask questions in advance if you are comparing model to model, or brand to model, or brand to brand.

I’m not looking for approval that I made the right choice. Nor do I need to ask questions in advance for purchasing advice. I’m a big boy and make my own decisions. Why some folks take this so personal and feel that they have to add their own biases and pass judgment on another is beyond me. Gotta admit, it is entertaining reading and thank you all for your responses, good and bad.

[KonradvonMarburg]

Originally Posted by Mwilsey103

This is my first thread created on this forum and had no idea the emotions it has brought out. From being offended that I would dare consider Tudor better than Rolex, never said that, to full support of my decision to go Tudor. Gotta love the passion on this forum. Can’t wait till I buy my next watch to be judged again.

To be fair, you did post a thread titled "I picked Tudor over Rolex." This is rolexforums.com, and while plenty of people discuss other brands (not only Tudor) this is still primarily a site for people who tend to be passionate about Rolex watches.

I think there should be a separate category for Tudor, as there is for Patek, Panerai, etc.

If you are happy with your Tudor and believe you got more bang-for-your-buck then congrats.

I don't know who you feel is judging you. I don't see any poster here judging you and find that to be a spurious and wholeheartedly unfair accusation.

Buy whatever you like. But if you start a thread about buying Tudor instead of Rolex, and then state your reasons for doing so, you can expect passionate Rolex enthusiasts who will agree or disagree with your reasons. Nothing wrong with either approach. Rigorous debates should be encouraged regarding model vs model, brand vs brand, etc etc so that we can all learn together.

[Cambo]

Originally Posted by KonradvonMarburg

To be fair, you did post a thread titled "I picked Tudor over Rolex." This is rolexforums.com, and while plenty of people discuss other brands (not only Tudor) this is still primarily a site for people who tend to be passionate about Rolex watches.

I think there should be a separate category for Tudor, as there is for Patek, Panerai, etc.

If you are happy with your Tudor and believe you got more bang-for-your-buck then congrats.

I don't know who you feel is judging you. I don't see any poster here judging you and find that to be a spurious and wholeheartedly unfair accusation.

Buy whatever you like. But if you start a thread about buying Tudor instead of Rolex, and then state your reasons for doing so, you can expect passionate Rolex enthusiasts who will agree or disagree with your reasons. Nothing wrong with either approach. Rigorous debates should be encouraged regarding model vs model, brand vs brand, etc etc so that we can all learn together.

You did ask "Am I crazy?"
What did you really expect to hear? Start a provocative thread, expect provocative answers.
Edit: meant for OP

[KonradvonMarburg]

Originally Posted by Cambo

You did ask "Am I crazy?"
What did you really expect to hear? Start a provocative thread, expect provocative answers.
Edit: meant for OP

Cambo, I agree 100%.

[Token74]

I prefer the BB58 to the Explorer.


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[jb335]

I would not have done that. Rolex is just overall a superior brand to Tudor in movement, materials, finish etc. AND holds much better value.

But as long as you are happy.

[Oyster Sauce]

To the OP, your decision makes perfect sense to me. You already have a black dialed DJ41; the blue BB58 is a more diverse, complementary watch to pair with the DJ. Well done.

Now, if you were looking to get your one and only watch, then for me the Exp wins out in a showdown with the blue BB58. They both occupy a similar space...the no-date sporty watch category. For a one watch collection, the versatility of the Exp is hard to beat. However, in a multi-watch collection, it becomes much more competitive.

[kizerman]

Originally Posted by Mwilsey103

This is my first thread created on this forum and had no idea the emotions it has brought out. From being offended that I would dare consider Tudor better than Rolex, never said that, to full support of my decision to go Tudor. Gotta love the passion on this forum. Can’t wait till I buy my next watch to be judged again.

My advice would be that if you don't want to be judged, don't ask to be judged.

Also, you seem to be the only getting emotional in this thread. Everyone else just seems to be giving the opinions that you asked for.

[Overwound]

The only important thing is if the watch draws you in somehow. You have to enjoy wearing for more than its value or if it has a certain reputation.

Those that like to measure every checkbox saying why this watch is technically better than this one are lost in space. That can be fun to an extent but when you get back to reality the main thing that truly matters is that you enjoy wearing whatever it may be.

Enjoy your new BB 58!

[Mwilsey103]

Originally Posted by kizerman

My advice would be that if you don't want to be judged, don't ask to be judged.

Also, you seem to be the only getting emotional in this thread. Everyone else just seems to be giving the opinions that you asked for.

Lessons learned in creating my first thread. In the future I may just stay on the sidelines and be a spectator of this great forum. If I offended anyone or was out of line with any of my comments I apologize. As far as I’m concerned the matter is closed

[MalcolmSquare]

I own similar models (36mm Exp and BB58 black) and have handled at length the exact models in question (39mm Exp and BB58 blue). Both are great options and you can't go wrong with either. Given that you already own a black dial DJ, I would have made the same decision. Cheers.

[Eph]

I'm a Tudor guy also.. but that's because I just don't want the Rolex crown on my wrist. I'm a young guy and unfortunately among people my age, the Rolex logo often carries a connotation and reputation I am not a fan of. For that reason, I choose Tudor.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by Mwilsey103

Lessons learned in creating my first thread. In the future I may just stay on the sidelines and be a spectator of this great forum. If I offended anyone or was out of line with any of my comments I apologize. As far as I’m concerned the matter is closed

OP,
I don't think you did anything wrong. Just treat others the way you want to be treated [not that you haven't] and let the haters can go $#it in their hats.
dP

[argyllarcade]

Watches aren't tattooed on to wrists. He loves his Tudor but next year he may decide to change it. He sells it and buys a different watch, its all quite simple.

[Gary Busey]

Originally Posted by Maxy

Tudor is currently what Rolex was a decade back. Today's Tudor are as solid as Rolex besides the upgraded luxury parts!

patently false
many parts of my Tudors are well ahead of Rolex. Case work, chamfers, ceramic clasp. and 1/3, 1/4 the price.

[Gary Busey]

Originally Posted by NachoNeal

It seems to me that the BB58 is competing more with the Submariner, not the Explorer1.

Explorer1 is maybe more like the tudor north flag or perhaps that simple tudor black bay, that comes with a blue or black dial, with no bezel (I forget the name of it).

are you serious. No brainer.
Much sexier, more masculine sportier watch than Explorer, and i just bot the Explorer.
Dont ask questions here, especially not Tudor vs Rolex.

[Max 66]

Having you a DJ black dial, Oyster bracelet and smooth bezel, of course the Explorer I would have not been the best watch to couple your and I agree that a BB58 blue is a good choice. Personally I would have bought a DJ blue dial, fluted bezel & Jubilee bracelet and an Exp I.
I do not see any reason to make any comparison between Rolex and Tudor, indeed both brands belong to the same company and the ranking is done by the manufacturer; it would be like comparing a Volkswagen to an Audi. 

[KonradvonMarburg]

Originally Posted by Gary Busey

are you serious. No brainer.
Much sexier, more masculine sportier watch than Explorer, and i just bot the Explorer.
Dont ask questions here, especially not Tudor vs Rolex.

Why or how is it more masculine?