Rolex Incoming: First Impressions & Review

holdemchamp1225 · 2021-05-29T17:30:48Z

Explore the Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight '925' in sterling silver. Read holdemchamp1225's first impressions and community insights on its unique material, design, and wearability.

holdemchamp1225

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holdemchamp1225's serendipitous acquisition of the Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight '925' in sterling silver offers a compelling first look at this distinctive timepiece. His initial impressions and direct comparison to the Ceramic Black Bay provide valuable insights into Tudor's material choices and design philosophy. This article explores why the '925' stands out in the Black Bay lineup and how it resonates with collectors.

So I was lucky to pick up the Sterling Silver BB this past Thursday. Funny story as I was at my AD talking watches with some friends when they received a package with THIS watch inside. Call it fate or serendipity as I took the first and only one they received so far after comparing it to the ceramic BB.

I also like the ceramic BB but prefer the silver BB for the size, color, weight, and overall presence on the wrist.

The ceramic BB is also nice but I just don't understand the PVD / DLC bezel and crown ?🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️ Seems a bit incoherent unless they were being cheap or did some of their own testing and came to the conclusion that the bezel and crown would benefit from being SS for durability but I have my doubts about that being an owner of FULL ceramic watches from Omega.

In any case, my first impression of the silver BB is 95% positive. My only request would be a sterling silver metal bracelet with micro-adjustable buckle LOL 🤣🤣.

I love that it is also a NO DATE 🔥🔥.

Here are some quick and dirty photos.

Key Points from the Discussion

The exhibition case back on the Tudor Black Bay '925', while showcasing an in-house movement, is considered by some to lack aesthetic appeal, prompting questions about its inclusion.
The author notes that the perceived 'eye sore' of the exhibition case back can be easily remedied by swapping the strap for a NATO or bund style, emphasizing the watch's overall value proposition.
The Ceramic Black Bay, while also a novelty, features a METAS certification and a slightly thinner profile than the standard 41mm Black Bay, which contributes to better wearability.
Some collectors express a dislike for the OEM leather strap on the silver Black Bay '925', preferring aftermarket options like NATO straps for a more rugged or personalized look.
The Tudor Black Bay '925' is praised for its unique sterling silver case, dimensions, and the absence of a date complication, which are significant draws for collectors.
The choice of PVD/DLC for the bezel and crown on the Ceramic Black Bay raises questions about design coherence and durability, especially when compared to full ceramic watches from other brands.

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holdemchamp1225

May 29, 2021

I had to match the CAMO pants hence the camo NATO strap 🤣🤣😜

Clueless_Collector

May 29, 2021

My first Tudor will arrive later…see if it will work for me. Many reviews on the size and wearability but at 41mm, I think it will be ok.

amanico

May 29, 2021

Good or bad, I still don't know. The big con for me, but I think for you, too, is the see through caee back. I don't understand its interest. There is nothing particularly beautiful to see ( even if I respect a lot the fact that it uses an in house movement ). But, once again, the silver case, and its dimensions, pleases me a lot! Best, Nicolas

myles721

May 29, 2021

(Isn’t that what Tudor is really about?) like what they did with this Eterna Kon Tiki …I love this and was never sure why Eterna and especially the Kon Tiki never got more love…but cool bracelet… (Credit scuba watch site)

Watchonthewrist

May 29, 2021

I see you also changed the strap . Looks nice. . My bb says hi Still with the oem strap , didn’t took a pick with the taupe leather strap

holdemchamp1225

May 29, 2021

If you are receiving the new ceramic BB, it is also very nice. The good thing is that it is METAS certified and is slightly thinner than the standard 41mm BB so it wears BETTER than the standard 41mm BB 😉👍

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