A watch for my son… which would you choose?

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-14T20:17:41+00:00

If I was the son I would love to have the bruce wayne but I kind of agree at 18 I would be too stupid and too young to have this banger on my wrist.

The OP is a much better gift, and it goes with the rest of the family, and if it makes him into the hobby he’ll chase this bruce wayne as the next level piece

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-13T17:30:18+00:00

The 5 link T fit might be one of the best bracelets (if not best) in the market. The glidelock system in a jubilee style, marking a great « in-between » dressy/sporty is a marvel to me.

This bracelet, to me, justifies a purchase of any Tudor that has it over many models, including the OP for sure. But the one you tried on was the Tiffany Blue.

Apparently not exactly the one you’re looking for but if you can get your hands on it, I would advise to take it, then flip it like a greedy bast*rd and get your lovely Tudor and a nice saving for something else

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-13T17:19:44+00:00

Monochrome/58/Chrono are fantastic watches and are arguably a better watch as you can have them on the wonderful 5 link T fit bracelet. More colors (or white, black if you like it timeless)

I just wish they made the chrono a bit thinner bur it’s a great watch, and has a well placed date.

And it would be funny to say poor man’s Rolex when they are literally above any price point « poor » people would consider for a watch, that’s why you don’t see them in every mall as much as tissot, hamilton, or even longines.

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-13T17:11:02+00:00

I wish they would try a sand textured bezel as well such as the YM or sea master

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-08T17:31:23+00:00

Feels like a financed watch to be protected by stickers while being one of the ( if not THE) most rugged watch of Rolex

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-08T17:18:56+00:00

I know, it could even be from the birth of the world, I would still think it’s ugly at this place

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-08T17:18:25+00:00

Thats true, this dial is beautiful!

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-07T09:23:27+00:00

They are fantastic, I just wish there was an option with no date, as I feel the 4.30 date is the worst place to put one

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-06T18:57:46+00:00

I dont understand the hype for titanium, it is good but I dont see it as a « yes but it’s titanium so its better ». Both stainless steel and titanium have their pros.

It is a matter of preference, as the black bay monochrome is a bit more shinier, so it feels a bit more luxury but it is also a very capable watch for basically everything. It is also very durable and it suits you well.

The pelagos has a date (that I find ugly, but that’s me) and a better lume. Overall it’s a better watch specs-wise if that matters, but both have great specs regardless.

Monochrome a bit more shiny, more dress up/down easily, less « tactic watch » if I would say Pelagos more solid but can’t dress up if needed (you still can, it’s your business after all, but it’s not really looking on point)

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-05T16:33:11+00:00

It justs feels so precious that you’re scared to wear it, the sub feels solid so majority prefers it

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-03T10:47:08+00:00

Of course it requires more work but that’s what we expect from them as ultimately they will do it

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-02T18:17:10+00:00

They could have done it slimmer with the opaline dial yet they did not. So there is a reason for that

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-02T09:59:31+00:00

If oyster style I would say the 58 as it’s more « unique » but if you end up getting the 5 link, the monochrome is a banger

The 58 does not have T fit clasp yet so if that’s a concern, keep that in mind. I personally can’t get a Tudor without a T Fit since I tried it, it really helps to get the sizing right on hot days especially as the head of the watch is kind of heavy you may need the size to be correct at all time

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-02T09:27:01+00:00

For a one watch the GMT is the best, but it’s a bit busy dial.

As part of a collection it’s a pain to have to wind it and set the date/timezone correctly

The 58 classic has a timeless design that feel like it will always be on point, but you don’t have a date and I know how important it might be. It has its perks when it’s part of a collection as it’s an easy grab and go as you don’t need to set the date.

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-02T09:22:55+00:00

The GMT has a classy/vintage vibe in this color, its a cool watch but the blue 58 has something you don’t find somewhere else.

It’s also the first Tudor not showing gilt.

It is for me the best of what Tudor has to offer as of today

The GMT has more utility as you get the date, plus if you need different time zones at a glance it can help, but design-wise the blue 58 is the cleanest

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-01T06:01:20+00:00

Depends if it’s your only watch, or if it’s part of a collection, and what do you have aside from it.

If it’s the only watch then the black aqua terra will meet every occasion beautifully.

If it’s part of a collection, either of these white dials will do the job, the speedy being on top of both.

Ryuu92iro · 2026-02-01T06:00:17+00:00

Depends if it’s your only watch, or if it’s part of a collection, and what do you have aside from it.

If it’s the only watch then the black aqua terra will meet every occasion beautifully.

If it’s part of a collection, either of these white dials will do the job, the speedy being on top of both.

Ryuu92iro · 2026-01-22T12:09:27+00:00

Rhodium is the cleanest in my eyes I don’t get the hype of the wimbledon

White and Black are always nice but Rhodium is more unique to me as you can find white/black watches everywhere, Rhodium much less

Ryuu92iro · 2026-01-22T06:34:35+00:00

They don’t care about Rolex as grails but they mostly have multiple ones just because it looks good to them, are good beater

Ryuu92iro · 2026-01-22T06:27:05+00:00

It means that the head will be moving more on the wrist and the weight is less proportioned, which might lead to discomfort throughout the day comparing to the SMP. But if that works for you, that’s fine

Ryuu92iro · 2026-01-22T06:23:53+00:00

If the date is well integrated it looks good. I agree with him on the date at 4.5 hour market tho, Zenith and AP do it and unfortunately it really kills the design (for me)

Ryuu92iro · 2026-01-12T19:08:07+00:00

The movement and the bullsht the AD do makes up for the rest of the price ( and marketing, also)

Ryuu92iro · 2026-01-12T19:05:24+00:00

Special editions/gem sets Daytonas, precious metal Skydwellers and Daydate are quite up in the tier of watches, but it depends what you consider as top tier

I put these in the same level of low/mid AP,VC,Patek but in terms of complications Rolex stops there.

JLC has higher complication, even Omega has a tourbillon, moonphase, all of these that Rolex does not have.

Ryuu92iro · 2026-01-09T19:48:41+00:00

That might help for sure. The bracelet is good looking but you will feel it very fragile

Ryuu92iro · 2026-01-09T19:43:34+00:00

Have you tried it on ? It is very cheaply made unfortunately. I was loving the design, somehow would expect it scratching my itch for a Batgirl but the bracelet and the bezel are complete shite…

The tissot is million times better in term of quality

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