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Tudor Black Bay... Black Ref 79220N: The good surprise from late 2015.
Yes, my friends, one of our friends whatsapped me while I was at the court pleading, to tell me that there was a new Tudor " Big Crown ".
A new Big Crown... for a moment I thought there was a confusion with the Only Watch offer, you know, this one:
No, no, it is not a confusion, Tudor really decided to unveil a new version of the Black Bay. Black insert, red triangle.
Same dial, same hands case and crown. The tube of the crown is matching with the insert, black.
The case has the gilt writing and the warm patina of the " Red ".
Not bad!
I guess that those who found the red insert a bit too much will adore this version.
One precision, as the question could be raised since Tudor, this year revealed its new in house movement, this new Black Bay houses the ETA 2824.
I will not complain, since this movement is accurate and reliable.
Like the two other sisters, the new Black Bay comes with a Nato and a leather strap, but you can also order it on a bracelet. For a modest supplement...
A last picture to show you the latest Black Bay Black, with the Blue and the Red.
I am excited to see this iteration. I am wondering if I will not try to get the Red and the Black...
A last picture to show you the latest Black Bay Black, with the Blue and the Red.
I am excited to see this iteration. I am wondering if I will not try to get the Red and the Black...
Which one is your favorite?
Best,
Nicolas
This message has been edited by amanico on 2015-10-15 11:40:05
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Tudor Black Bay... Black Ref 79220N: The good surprise from late 2015.
Yes, my friends, one of our friends whatsapped me while I was at the court pleading, to tell me that there was a new Tudor " Big Crown ". A new Big Crown... for a moment I thought there was a confusion with the Only Watch offer, you know, this one: No, no...
none of them
I tried the blue one, sorry to say, but this watch has a huge lack of finesse. It could be infinitely more beautiful, looks like a block of steel, carved into a bigger block. IMHO of course
It has this touch of warmth which suits the watch very well.
But at the beginning, I didn't like it, so I understand how you feel... Best, Nicolas
It's huge
But I\'m talking size now. Tried a Tudor Heritage Chrono once and found it to be quite (too) boorish. What I wonder is who Tudor is targeting with this version. Collectors of vintage Tudor/Rolex Submariners who will not be able to get their hands on an or...
Or maybe to collectors who have the vintage and who want to add this one?
More seriously, it takes time to appreciate it. At the beginning, I found it very big, not very gracious nor sensual, then I started to understand it. I will post a huge review on that matter. Maybe you will change your mind, as I am explaining all the ba...
that will be a cool review in fact
Because like Arie, I can't really get into it right now
Isn't the size just
a very clear way to differentiate Tudor from Rolex? Being obviously way less elegant? A Rolex customer should after all never start doubting why he is paying triple the amount of € $ £.....
Your are correct on your points
Price point Size does matter here too maybe at 40mm it may become a bigger hit Also the movement, if they use the new movement or even plonk in an old movement with slower beating of the heart, does it make any difference? For me, it\'s all about the appe...
It is a matter of taste. It is not the diameter which is problematic, but the thickness. They could have made it...
Thinner. Now, try it on, you will see... Best, Nicolas
Red keeps being my favorite...
... you have seen and photographed mine. It has proved how accurate, reliable and tough it is. (It even suffered an accidental fall to the floor which made a small scuff under one lug during a photo shooting in a restaurant in Paris!!) but it kept ticking...
I am preparing a huge review on these Black Bays... I learned to appreciate it...
And as you know, it was not an easy " case "... I fear you are right, the Black and the Red are my favs... Un abrazo, Amigo. Nicolas
Not too hard to see in the real, my friend. ;)
Yes, please, go and see them, then keep us posted! Best, Nicolas
Tudor is very interesting...
based on the photos, my ranking would go black, blue then red, or maybe black, red, then blue. hard to say until i see them up close.
Take your time. Take some pictures of them, look at them on your screen...
Time will tell... But I wonder if both is not the answer. A small detail which changes a lot the perception you have on the watch...
Captivated. Decision made. Red and blue..
Acquitted. The new defendant found guilty without the presence of a jury
I own the red, and I'm really happy with it
So I guess that means that my decision is made. Reliable and accurate. A little on the big side to me in terms of size, but not too far out that it isn't wearable.
I second Nico on that! :-|
I'm switching off my computer! LOL! But honestly, the black is a little too sedentary for me. The blue, maybe...
You can be happy with your Red. But this black insert and its red triangle is really cool, too.
As for the size, it is part of its coolness. One thing I would have preferred, a thinner case. To make it even more sensual. Best, my friend. Nicolas
It has a lot of plus points......however....
.....as someone before said, its depth makes it feel uncouth. It is like a bib block of steel without any finesse. If this had had a much slimmer case, it would have been double the watch.
Very interesting
.....and interested! I have the red which still speaks to me and is both accurate and enjoyable. However, the black posted here ,especially with the red triangle, is starting to intrigue me. Will have to see it in the steel Thanks for the update best henr...
I like the new Black a lot!
I saw many pics online already but haven\'t seen one in the metal. It may be too big and thick for me - will have to try and assess Case size and thickness aside, this watch ticks all the boxes for me and is a good value sports watch for sure Thanks Nico ...
I'm sorry to say.............
it's a red BB with a black insert and a black crown tube. I made better franken's myself. IMHO so should it have a unique dial/hands in some way this is just thinking the Rolex way, change some color and we have a new model. Tudor, you can do better than ...
I still love the blue...
but am tempted by the new black one too... but I think the blue is softer than the black. I was never a fan of the red bezel (loved the leather strap option though)... but if it was orange Cheers Andrew ...
Had one on my wrist last night
at a Rolex and Tudor reception given by my the local dealer. There was a Tudor UK representative with the only available watch with the SS bracelet. A really nice watch better in the flesh, It appears lots of jewelers are contacting Tudor to get a pencil ...
Had one on the wrist today
but forgot to take a picture because of the Beagle that just landed It had the steel bracelet. Have to say that I do not really like that bracelet. The watch itself is already big and thick so I think a NATO, leather or canvas strap would tone the size do...
I loved the red one...
But the black one definitely is a game changer.. How about yourself? Which one is your favorite ? Sam
The Black Bay Red is my favorite AFTER the Only Watch one, then the Black Bay Black.
So, realistically, the Black Bay Red, then the Black. I'd well see myself getting both of them. Best, Nicolas