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LarsG's experience with his Tudor Black Bay 58, where authorized dealers opted for full movement replacement rather than repair, sparks a crucial discussion among collectors. This practice, while potentially efficient for service centers, challenges the romantic notion of a watch's 'soul' and raises questions about brand philosophy, service capabilities, and the long-term value perception of luxury timepieces. LarsG's personal decision to part with his BB58 underscores the emotional connection collectors have with their watches.
Unless something really terrible has happened. The MT 5402 is no different from any other old or new Rolex/Tudor/ETA movement. Any of its parts can be simply replaced, fixed, restored, or adjusted. That ADs prefer to replace the entire movement because it loses 30 sec per day is another matter altogether...
obviously much more than just regulating it.
But then why chnge the whole movement? It says a lot about the quality in the first place doesn´t it?
And , for me, it says very little about the quality of the movement. Is the watch still under warranty?
Owner I was saddened to hear this, I just assumed that they would just repair the movement. I wonder what happens to the ‘old’ movement 🤔. Given that most parts likely remain in full working order it doesn’t sound very sustainable….
I think the issue is the clash with the image they have created in their marketing. These watches are marketed as adventure companions - Climbing mountains, diving in the ocean, etc, your trusty Tudor is right there with you. The marketing is all about building a relationship with the watch. It isn't just a tool watch, it is an adventure side-kick. Then they just swap out the "soul" every 5 years. Once you get past the marketing, it's fine. It's just a mass produced watch. You wouldn't expect Sw
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