A Surprising Tudor Dive Watch No One Asked For

A Surprising Tudor Dive Watch No One Asked For - Black Bay 54 Review

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In this video, we'll take a look at the 37mm Tudor Black Bay 54, a luxury dive watch released in 2023 that quite frankly no one saw coming. With that being said, I'm prepared to argue that this thing is pretty great. What do you guys think of the Tudor Black Bay 54? Is it too small or just right?
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0:00 - Intro
2:17 - History
2:50 - Dimensions & Wear
4:11 - Case Finishing
5:05 - BB54 vs. B58
6:27 - Dial
7:15 - Caliber MT5400
8:11 - Closing Thoughts & Who Is This Watch For?

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@pafeso1659 8 ай бұрын

I love that watch brands are trending towards smaller, more refined sizes.

@NCSheriff7 8 ай бұрын

Well a 36 mm dress watch is fine or perfect but not for a dive watch with a thick bezel.👽

@ColtCapperrune 8 ай бұрын

It drives me nuts, lol. I have large wrists, and the vast majority of watches I love are too small for me.

@user-zx5yd4cf3y 8 ай бұрын

@@NCSheriff7To be honest this is just another desk diver. One who wants pure diver will go for Pelagos not for this one. I have large wrist but i tend to like watches that are under 40mm. Each on his own.

@AcmeRocket 8 ай бұрын

They really aren't. Rolex just increased the size of the sub, explorer , Daytona. Name a brand and they have made bigger watches recently. And also smaller ones. But this isn't new. This is what they have always done and always will do to sell more. Go up. Go down, up, down, churn, consumption.

@kenc2257 8 ай бұрын

Well...smaller, of course, but I wouldn't say "more refined." At least for Tudor, it's watches are equally refined, regardless of size.

@miphka66 8 ай бұрын

I’ve got a good friend who bought this watch, his wrists are neither small nor dainty and this watch looks absolutely fantastic on him. I’m 6’3” and over 200 lbs and when I tried it on it still looked great, I’d buy it in a second

@sgm7078 8 ай бұрын

This was my first luxury watch this year, a treat to myself for my 40th birthday, and I absolutely love it.

@jeffswing281 8 ай бұрын

I love the 54. I bought it sight unseen and was concerned it'd feel too small on my 6.75" wrist, but it's changed how I feel about watch sizes. It's just so comfortable and wears perfectly. This will sound crazy, but I sold my Rolex Submariner because after wearing the 54, it felt too big and clunky. I replaced it with an Explorer 36.

@Harvin87 8 ай бұрын

Great choices, sir!

@RabbitWatchShop 8 ай бұрын

Wise decisions. I like the pre-ceramic subs... not the latest obese variants. The 54 is essentially a 50s Submariner, so you still have a sub

@WN427 8 ай бұрын

I’m seriously considering doing a similar move with my Panerai Luminor. I love the watch, but it’s such a chunky and quite heavy piece.

@joevalue6807 8 ай бұрын

I replaced my Rolex sub with an explorer 36 too for the same reasons!

@adinero50 8 ай бұрын

Same. I wear the 54 & 36 Explorer mostly. Great selections!

@nartlambaz 3 ай бұрын

I'm 6.1 and I just bought the Black Bay 54 . It is a verry classy watch that wears extremely well for the suggested 37mm dial . Try it on your wrist first , the charms follow fast . Very happy with my latest purchase .

@TheGrenadier97 8 ай бұрын

Definitely a great release by Tudor, a perfect do-it-all in my opinion. Very glad to see that smaller wrists also are having more options nowadays.

@siddhant46s54 8 ай бұрын

If Rolex come out with a 38 or 39 mm Submariner/ Submariner date it would absolutely break the watch market , and would definitely be my dream watch 😩

@barrettwbenton 8 ай бұрын

So...a case of "be careful what you wish for?"

@chexnfx7161 8 ай бұрын

Why? That’s tiny lol

@CoreyCore614 8 ай бұрын

@timchan334 8 ай бұрын

You mean pre-ceremic…

@JackoWillMakeLives-loveu 8 ай бұрын

Nothing will break the watch market anymore. Luxury purchases are slowing down like crazy and it will only get worse.

@ataberknalcakar 8 ай бұрын

Tudor is on fire lately, and I'm loving how they're all about experimentation and audience engagement, which sets them apart from Rolex. The Black Bay 54 has me hooked, and I'm already on the waitlist at my local AD. Can't wait to rock it on my wrist!

@stemikger 8 ай бұрын

I love how it looks like a vintage watch but the reliability of brand new. I can't afford a Rolex, so I might get this one

@handlehbt 8 ай бұрын

The first Tudor I have ever touched - literally and physically. Been wearing it daily for 5 months. I don’t feel like wearing any other watch. To me it is a perfect one watch quit the game watch.

@JGarantziotis 8 ай бұрын

I’m pretty new to the game and thinking of getting this as a ‘one and done’. Would you recommend?

@handlehbt 8 ай бұрын

@@JGarantziotis It would also depend on your budget. Under the 5-6K range (if you have a larger budget, I am the wrong person to ask), this is the perfect buy as a one watch do-it-all. The size is great, the build is great. As a one watch, it has various elements going for it in terms of design, its not too plain nor bland so it will remain interesting. It is neither too small, nor too big; understated yet appealing, both at the same time. Fantastic prower-reserve and movement. The interesting thing is, while it will be brand new, it does not have any bling - you and any enthusiast will know what it is, but to any other person it will look like a watch from the old times with a lot of character; after all, it is the exact same design from year 1954, so it is been around, trends will come and go, but this model will always be at the epicentre of any turning point. For comparison, and quality aside, the 36mm Explorer is a great watch, but it is a hint bland as a one watch do it all. Down the line if you want to buy one more watch, you can consider the 36mm Explorer, a base OP White Dial, or a DateJust 36mm White/Silver Dial. You will pretty much be sorted forever if you avoid the KZfaq rabbit hole ! I absolutely recommend the BB54 as a ‘one and done’. If you do go for it, do let me know your thoughts after 5-6 months of daily wear :) Take care and all the best !

@chadbailey7038 8 ай бұрын

I’ve been so happy to now have the opportunity to “buy vintage” but have the reliability of modern. I so appreciate Tudor for making these. 🙌🏾. Great coverage as always Teddy 👍🏾

@mcguffey18 8 ай бұрын

I went with the 54 over the 58, even with a 7.25 in wrist. It’s small on me, yes. But it’s something about the squared-off case shape and vintage vibe that got me. It’s more effortlessly vintage than the 58 with all its gilt accents

@manuel_winde 8 ай бұрын

That’s good to hear, I’d kinda ruled it out as being too small for my 7in wrist but my main watch is a Reverso duoface (medium) so I guess it can’t wear smaller than that. Shame it’s so hard to try on/see at ADs

@mcguffey18 8 ай бұрын

@@manuel_winde yeah it’s definitely doable. And I guess I got lucky, but I just called an AD near me and they had one, got it next day. I know that’s not the norm, but it’s possible to get them

@thomasalexander1754 6 ай бұрын

I have the same wrist size and made the exact same decision. Very happy with it.

@MikePlantus 8 ай бұрын

Its my opinion watch sizes are starting to get back to realistic sizes. Many people will appreciate a Tudor dive watch at this particular size. Very good on Tudor. I've always loved the BlackBay diver range of models but unfortunately been sized out even the 39mm being a bit to big but not anymore! 37mm is perfect for myself and I assume many others. Pure Class! Definitely one of if not my favorite dive watches available!

@jgo8305 8 ай бұрын

I have worn the Black Bay 54 every day for about 6 months now. From Erika strap, leather strap, back to the bracelet it is incredible in every situation! This is my one and only piece. Thanks Teddy!

@michaelbishop9157 8 ай бұрын

I initially bought this on the rubber strap and it never really resonated with me but once I swapped to the metal it became a pretty permanent fixture on my wrist. It's a beautiful watch that nails the vintage vibes better than anything else in the Tudor catalogue. And it's a really a Tudor submariner with original vintage dimensions. I don't think they have a better watch in their current catalogue

@musclemania332 8 ай бұрын

I agree 👍 best looking/proportion out of all the tudors!

@tombart4985 8 ай бұрын

Did you swap it with the OEM steel bracelet or aftermarket? Also how much did it cost you?

@michaelbishop9157 8 ай бұрын

uncle seiko strap @ 200 AUD for me. Good quality and does the job@@tombart4985

@Edrox5000 8 ай бұрын

Great review as always. As a small wristed individual myself, I too like this trend towards more reasonably sized watches. I think a video on the Seamaster Planet Ocean, particularly the 39.5, should be coming soon as it is imo the most compact wearing premium deep dive watch on the market! It’s a beast and I feel like it hasn’t gotten the love it deserves on your channel yet!

@hunderskunder2596 8 ай бұрын

This is basically the perfected version of the BB 58. Can't wait to pick it up in a few years

@SpektrikMusic 8 ай бұрын

Been eyeing off the Black Bay 58 for a couple of months but something just didn't sit right on my wrist, when the 54 came out I went in to have a look and it felt right. Had it since May and it's my daily even though it's the most expensive watch I own. The thinness, simple design and quick adjust made it the perfect watch.

@mikescholz5435 8 ай бұрын

I was fortunate enough to come across one at my local AD and bought it right away. A few reasons. 1) This is the perfect compliment piece to my Omega SMP 300m which of course is strikingly modern and in a lot of ways “flashy.” The BB54 is an under the radar piece that is extremely refined. 2) It’s the perfect fit for my smaller wrist. 3)the T fit clasp it fantastic. 4) vintage submariner looks with modern movement and features imo make it a no brainer proposition.

@anthonystevens8683 8 ай бұрын

The beauty of the 54 is that it opens up the dive watch to more people who have slimmer wrists and that's a good thing. If I didn't have my 58 I'd certainly give it a look. From a personal perspective I prefer the snowflake running second hand over the lollipop and I prefer the red triangle adding that little pop of colour to the bezel. I guess the nearest readily available smaller dive watch is the Aquis from Oris but without an in house movement or the same spec as the Tudor MT5400.

@larrydouglas3235 8 ай бұрын

I own the Tudor Black Bay 58 blue 39mm as well as the 36mm blue dial. I would love this watch as I have small wrists and this is right in the middle size wise of the two I currently own. It’s now on my radar! Thanks Teddy.

@Chainless-Masculinity-sd5uj 8 ай бұрын

I had to immediately buy myself a Tudor BB 54. My Grandpa wears a Rolex Datejust 36mm and has wrists like a bear. Still i think he pulls it off amazeingly. A 37mm Diver is just perfect for letting me feel that old school vintage vibe from the watch ma Grandpa wears. Its just really special to me! Plus i like to go out and train a lot. So my watch gets thrown around on my wrist a lot. Wouldnt want that to happen on a jubilee, so i think a Tudor Oyster is just amazeing. Although some people took a jubilee on this watch and i think it also looks amazeing.

@WN427 8 ай бұрын

While a 37mm watch may be too small for me, just the existence of this watch makes me want to get hands on with it in a boutique and add a Tudor to my collection even more someday

@koralpsert6944 8 ай бұрын

Finally, the review I've been waiting for!

@WayneLiu945 8 ай бұрын

As a person that loves Tudor, I own a 58 and Pelagos 39, I don’t think I would ever consider this but I do appreciate Tudor doing this.

@TheFloresj23 8 ай бұрын

Was really considering a Tudor as a post deployment gift to myself. Now I have to look at this 54 as a Diver I can use it for work.

@rabtrekker 8 ай бұрын

The BB54 is my first Tudor and I absolutely love it. This replaced my Certina PH200M (2020) and represented a 10 year work milestone, hence a step up to 'luxury'. I love almost everything about it, if Tudor insists on omitting 1/2 links, the T-Fit needs to be longer, period. I had to source a 3rd party 1/2 link to optimize fit. This needs addressing and falls short of £3k+ watch standards. The BB54 is suitable for more occasions than it isn't. My wearing habits returns +0.3 sec/day and I haven't needed to touch the crown since I set it 3 weeks ago. The quality is higher than I've ever owned and the ceramic action of the clasp and bezel is sublime. The 20mm lugs allow for a myriad of style and colour options from my catalogue of compatible straps. I'd rather have one great watch and more strap options than visa versa. In summary, a stonker of a watch, with quality for lifetime ownership, with a minor fitment gripe. Well done Tudor 😊 Keep the content coming Teddy!

@stevesimpson6021 7 ай бұрын

Just bought this for my daughter who loves my 70’s rolex sub. It channels the vibe of that watch really well. Important to note that there are very few competitors. Breitling has the 38mm super ocean but that is not an inhouse movemment and comes in really modern colors. Tag has the aquaracer and rolex has the 38mm yachtmaster. None look as great as this and all are more expensive. Great buying and daughter loves it

@gabeah 5 ай бұрын

Perfect size for a woman wanting a statement or sport watch. Quite dainty for a man.

@thebestoffools 8 ай бұрын

I was going for the BB58 but now this BB54 is a game changer for me. I can see myself wearing this on my 6.5" wrist. Thanks for the video.

@dmt191105 8 ай бұрын

I own the BB58 Blue. This is on my short list for my 50th birthday in November. I tried it on the rubber strap. Great watch. Great video

@BigBenTime 8 ай бұрын

This is my daily wear. First real watch buy. Currently my one watch collection and it’s perfect. Could not be more pleased with it. For the small wrist gang this is as good as it gets for reference I’m 6.25in wrist size.

@austinzizzi1142 8 ай бұрын

My everyday watch for 6 months now it hasn’t left my wrist

@mkeeperb 8 ай бұрын

Saving up for a 54, absolutely love it!

@austinzizzi1142 8 ай бұрын

I own one as my one and only watch. I’ve owned plenty of tudors new releases in the past (bb pro, bb58, fxd, etc.) and this has been by far my favorite and their best watch imo

@robertocamara1285 8 ай бұрын

Excellent content, as always, Teddy. Any plans on doing a presentation of best chronos for 2023? After acquiring a Murph and a Tissot 1938 based on your excellent reviews and analyses, I think that is "what is next." Looking forward to more.

@user-cg7tw5yc9n 5 ай бұрын

I only own 42mm watches, do I did not consider it at the beginning. But I'm so impressed with the look and feel abs how it grew on me, that even as a rather big guy, I love having this on my wrist

@WatchesAndCars 8 ай бұрын

Great review and fantastic quality! I have both the B54 and the BB58. Both are great watches, but I feel that the case proportions, clean bezel insert and the black sunburst dial of the BB54 just makes it look a bit more special and refined. If you deciding between the BB54 and BB58 black, go for the BB54 as they wear very similar on the wrist. On the other hand, if you are looking for a blue diver, the BB58 is unbeatable.

@explore-369 7 ай бұрын

I agree.

@robertofresard134 7 ай бұрын

I also have both and could not agree more. Cannot get rid of my 58 yet, tho…

@thetravellervision 8 ай бұрын

I got it 3 weeks ago and I consider it the perfect watch! Fits my wrist, is elegant and speoty same time, keeps amazing time. And all these positive thoughts comes from a person who initially said will never buy the poor men Rolex. Actually is the smart man Tudor, having its on personality, identity. Good job again on your review Teddy

@Alex-Rainmaker 8 ай бұрын

I like the bezel on this 54. It's much cleaner without the extra markings from 0 to 15.

@tropicsm3584 8 ай бұрын

Yes exactly!

@tyarnold4088 3 ай бұрын

True 👍

@paullukasik8698 8 ай бұрын

Always consistently great reviews Teddy.

@flo_i 8 ай бұрын

I prefer this over the BB 58 with the guilded markers and the red triangle. i like the simpler design of this one better and would choose it over the 58, if I was looking for the vintage look of the black/guild color combo. I'm expecting them to come out with further color variant of the 54 though. Will be interesting to see if they do a blue version and how it differs from the blue 58.

@simon0044 8 ай бұрын

The 58 also has a dull matt grey dial, the 54 is more black and glossy

@RabbitWatchShop 8 ай бұрын

It's a subdue sunburst, meaning you can't really see it glimmer without it being in direct light. Most people think the 54's dial is better, including me. Nothing wrong with a matte dial, but the 54's dial is beautiful. @@simon0044

@vimx5 8 ай бұрын

Great review. At this size and price point I'd look for a Seiko SJE093 (I'm an incurable Seiko fan). But if asked, I'd steer my 'normal' friends toward the Black Bay 54. At essentially the same MSRP as the SJE, the BB54 delivers a great watch on a premium bracelet without Seiko's trademark ambiguity regarding accuracy.

@Glofindel 8 ай бұрын

Love it. I tried both bracelet and rubber strap in May this year and prefer the rubber strap. I'd say it wear larger than its size.

@stevebodner3729 8 ай бұрын

I have a 7¼" wrist and have always preferred having a speck of a watch on my wrist due to originally inheriting watches from my brother, Dad and uncle that measured anywhere from 31mm to 37mm. One quartz was 40mm (Reliance brand) and is accurate to within 1 second every 5-6 months or so. I also have watches up to 44-46mm but I won't go any bigger. I've decided 39mm is my perfect size, but still love those tiny specimens & will wear them until the day I die.

@Klavaturdeswahnsinns 8 ай бұрын

I own a 58 Bronze and a 54. Love both, perfect team!

@vonnericburce8156 6 ай бұрын

For me and my wife, the BB54 and BB58 will be a couple watch soon :)

@davidrolfe1843 8 ай бұрын

Love the size, I'd be open to this watch if I didn't already have it's larger brother. However, I feel the gold 'vintage' dial seems to clash with the more modern looking bezel. The bb58 has gold in the bezel which ties in with the dial, the 54 seems to clash a bit for me. Though I've not seen it in person so it might look better in the flesh

@TerryB1972 8 ай бұрын

I ordered this watch on release and almost 6 months later I finally have it on my wrist. I can honestly say it far exceeds all my expectations This is an amazing watch and fits well in so many occasions Love this video too 👍🏻

@akathesiaK 8 ай бұрын

As a woman, this trend towards slightly smaller watches is fantastic! I'm really keen to try this one on.

@gabeah 5 ай бұрын

This size makes a ton of sense for a woman. It’s essentially a woman’s watch.

@undermuscled7381 8 ай бұрын

I have the 58 and the 54, both look great, worn for different occasions. They look excellent on either a red or yellow perlon strap.

@JUNJUN-lw2vr 5 ай бұрын

I've owned this watch now for a month. So far I've very pleased with my purchase. It is my first Tudor watch. Comparing it with my Submariner...it can definitely hold its own with better power reserve.

@slide7132 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Teddy, I was wondering why Tudor offers both the 54 and 58. Your video puts everything in perspective.

@mjhastings4534 8 ай бұрын

I have an 8" wrist and this looks so elegant on. Very bond looking indeed an absolute winner

@Greg-il9hy 8 ай бұрын

I really want to get a 54 - need to wait as I got a Ranger this year. Hoping the 54 comes out with a white dial, we'll see. Thanks for the great review.

@musclemania332 8 ай бұрын

I traded my bb58 for this bb54, in the beginning i was worried i might regret it but man, i made the right choice 🎉 it has become my daily driver, i still own a silver58 925 which barely wear anymore and the new two tone jubilee gmt 2 that i sometimes wear on the weekends because i now feel its too big for my 6.5” wrist 😕. The 54 looks the best out of all the black bay lines imo with the perfect proportion. I have it on a hand made black alligator strap with the original t-fit clasp and end links, it looks great 👍

@martinkaplan1805 8 ай бұрын

Great review Teddy. If I already didn’t have several dive watches I adore, I’d grab this one.

@Allenlphoto 8 ай бұрын

Own a blue 58 and a 54. Love both. I put one on a rubber strap and one is on a bracelet. Basically two different wearing watches despite the similarities

@SteveBrill 8 ай бұрын

As somebody with skinny wrists, I love my new BB36 with the gorgeous blue dial and can see the BB54 will be a divers watch I will have to own soon? Great video as usual Teddy. 👌

@davidartieri8446 8 ай бұрын

I own this watch it is my first dive watch and second Swiss watch. my wrists are on the smaller size and it fits perfectly. I let my friends try it on who have bigger wrists and it fits them perfectly. I’ve had no problems out of the watch in my three months of owning it. it definitely looks a lot like the 58 but I do prefer the more simplistic look of the 54.

@Claytimusmaximus 5 ай бұрын

Was recently in a tudor AD and and narrowed it down between the Pelagos 39mm and the bb54. I ended up going with the pelagos simply because I already have a bb58 and I enjoyed the differences offered in the pelgos in small size.

@tyarnold4088 3 ай бұрын

Good decision. Both watches I want. Lol. You already had a BB.

@TheJohnnyViewer 8 ай бұрын

58 all the way for me. I own it and had a chance to compare both on my wrist (7.04") and 58 has better propotions, and sits ideally on my wrist. 54 is a good looking watch and may be a great option (although I am not a fan of sunray dial here, in person its is highly pronounced) but if someone is on a crossroads I would highly reccomend to try them both, side by side and then decide.

@THX-C Ай бұрын

The sizing is perfect as is much of the watch. The lack of a half link is my biggest gripe - the Uncle Seiko half link should allow for a perfect fit. This watch is for anyone who loved the first five Bond films.

@krypellt 8 ай бұрын

My best friend just bought this. Just loves smaller dive watches! Fits his wrist perfectly Moment he saw it he was just like I have to have it.

@amyellen1035 8 ай бұрын

Excellent review/analysis! One big difference between the 54 and 58 - the 54 has the T-fit clasp.

@patrickhartmann1540 8 ай бұрын

I love what the 58 and 54 represent from a vintage standpoint and own both. Keepers both.

@ndagio 8 ай бұрын

I was 4 months waiting at my AD and the day I payed this video came up.. My AD told me that he had one with a rubber strap and of course he didn’t know when he will have a next one (I wanted a bracelet but I will purchase it next and have both). I think it’s an all time one watch that you can wear everyday all day. Perfection at a lower price.

@hanumarn7882 8 ай бұрын

I love it! ❤ Small, lightweight with very accurate movement.

@franzouse6364 8 ай бұрын

I’m someone who collects vintage watches (mostly 34-36mm Rolex and Omega) but I’ve moved to a hot, humid place so I can’t really wear them anymore. So I wanted something modern and I was looking at a BB58 for a while until the BB54 came out and I was smitten. I was finally able to get one on the secondary market (they are not really available in boutiques) and once I tried it it was love at first sight. It feels just like my 1601 DJs or Jumbo Omegas, has a similar charm but with all the convenience of a modern watch. The 38mm Baltic dive watch that I bought recently feels really inferior and clumsy in comparison (granted the price is 6x less).

@yonder_owls 8 ай бұрын

Tudor is following an old playbook of theirs. They used to offer more Submariner sizes than Rolex: Lady (smallest Sub ever), Mini, Mid-Size (36), and 39/40. (People will correct me if I missed some.) Rolex and Tudor also have a new playbook: Rolex is a modern luxury brand, while Tudor offers both modern and heritage watchers. This is a dramatic difference from only decades ago, when Tudors came in Rolex cases, with Rolex crowns. I am perpetually surprised Tudor continues to take the heritage play as far as feauxtina on the BB Pro and fake rivets on the bracelets. That's some pricey costume jewelry.

@Itsnealnotmeal 8 ай бұрын

I own a 90s Tudor Sub that looks very much like a 60s Rolex Sub. It’s my weekend watch, but I still very much want a BB 54. I do hope they expand on the colors, as I don’t love the faux gilt. As someone of the “small wrist committee” mid-size watches are my jam.

@narpiti 8 ай бұрын

Will always click bb54 review, always.

@chrisdnz7 4 ай бұрын

buying one of these now, with both strap versions. Having to order rubber strap seperetely for £550 (450 clasp and 100 for strap). 6-8 weeks delivery time for the extra strap

@MrKrugoval 8 ай бұрын

I have it for a month. Absolutely love it. I think IDGuy said it best, black bay 54 is black bay 58 refined, in every way. The silver bezel numbers, the removal of minute markers, the white instead of red pip, dark brown sunray burst, round seconds hand...

@RabbitWatchShop 8 ай бұрын

Dark brown? It's a subdue sunburst black dial. I've had it out in the sunlight a lot, and I see no brown.

@MrKrugoval 8 ай бұрын

you wouldn't say it has a brownish reflection? i have heard also a few youtubers mentioning this...@@RabbitWatchShop

@RabbitWatchShop 8 ай бұрын

@@MrKrugoval not at all

@MrKrugoval 8 ай бұрын

then it's my bad interpretation probably, anyway love the watch, hope you like it to and sorry for getting the color wrong :)@@RabbitWatchShop

@RabbitWatchShop 8 ай бұрын

@@MrKrugoval I love it. Never selling. Thx friend 🙏

@Sn0wman5 8 ай бұрын

Your are 100% right. I opted for the 54 ultimately because of the t-fit system and the vintage modern charme. Edit: Opted for it instead of the 58

@coolti44 8 ай бұрын

that's my sweet spot! Love the vintage look on a new piece.

@MrFloRolf 8 ай бұрын

Unfortunately haven't been able to handle it yet but I tried a 36mm Tudor Sub late last year and LOVED it. Unfortunately they go for even more than the BB54 so it's really tough to justify. I am unsure if I should go for the 54 or wait for a different color or even a Pelagos 37? 🤔 Tudor is really one of the most exciting brands in the last couple years and their watches aren't even that crazy. Many brands could've outdone them, but just didn't.

@oguzisk9204 4 ай бұрын

Everyone was asking for a vintage sub Mr. Teddy Ball de sack

@speedracer2please 8 ай бұрын

I'd love to try one of these on. I have tiny wrists and and my favorite watches are around 37mm. But when I tried another 36mm dive watch, it looked way too small and I ended up going with 40mm. I just don't know if a dive watch specifically should be this small on anyone, but I'd love to be proven wrong!

@stu632 8 ай бұрын

I wear the 58 on a nato (Erika's original Connery) as couldn't get the bracelet comfortable and wear the 54 on it's superb bracelet. The 58 is my go to swimming watch. I wear the 54 as a daily beater and I find myself preferring to wear it over my submariner 😯 The only negative is the bracelet is a bit sharp on the outside edges and can irritate the wrist sometimes, I may try to smooth this. The sub is much smoother of course and higher quality, but the 54 has a je ne sais quoi! 😍 Recently I am wondering if I should have got the 41 with the burgundy bezel, but when I originally saw the 54 I was excited by it's size and vintage aesthetic and had to have it even after trying both. I think the smaller size at the time was an easy transition for me as I had recently got a Zenith Defy revival with the 37 mm case. My wrist is 18 cm (7 inches), so usually 39 to 42 is ideal for me.

@kyleayers192 7 ай бұрын

Just bought a bb54 today, I’m over the moon and can’t stop looking at it.

@KM-oh3kw 8 ай бұрын

perfect balance! Very similar to my sinn 556 and my 7.25 inch wrist. 40mm the max.

@waynejohnson3214 8 ай бұрын

Although I'm not a fan of gilt dials and hands, I think this is a lovely piece.

@sinjinadams2862 8 ай бұрын

This is a beautiful watch! I love the fact that they are homaging the 1954 Tudor. Having said that, the watch is just a little too small for me.

@anil_taneja 8 ай бұрын

Great video, guys!

@alexismartinez6358 8 ай бұрын

A possible huge advantage for the 54: the quick adjust bracelet allows significant others to join in on the fun! I had the chance to handle and buy this watch early on. I own the bb58 in black and guild, yet the new watch made a lasting impression. Namely, the additional thinness, simpler bezel, and smaller crown give it a different, more elegant feel. It certainly feels like a time capsule to the past. Ultimately, I passed bc I’m already attached to my BB58 and my experiences in it. Plus, the 58 has a touch of red. If I didn’t already have a black bay 58, the 54 would be perfect for my under 7” wrist. Teddy, if it were available in more colors, how much cross shopping would you foresee between the bb54 and the bb 36mm?

@ams914 8 ай бұрын

I am so tempted because it's homaging the very first Rolex Sub and I think that is extremely cool. But I need to see it in the flesh first and try it on.

@andhenny 8 ай бұрын

I have the .925 BB58, I love the BB54 & want one but can’t justify the additional, hefty purchase. But a silver bracelet for my 925BB58, now that’s a different story.

@architecta3344 8 ай бұрын

I own a BB58 and it has been my favorite ever since I got it. If they’d release a 54 in a green Bezel. I’ll probably get another Tudor.

@UnfinishedSymphony 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing Teddy, well-made and informative Video! 🙂 I´ve purchased mine with rubber strap yesterday and was really happy that it was available; been searching after it (here in Germany) since a few months. Great watch on my 16.5cm wrist, looks and feels just great! :-) BUT: This morning to my discomfort I realized that the raised luminous indice on the bezel on the 12 position is not exactly centered within the triangle; on the left side you can see the white of the triangle, on the rigth side it is practically on the edge of the triangle... 😞 Does anyone have experience with this issue and how dealers and Tudor deal with this? Thanks for any answers!

@an0gr0br 7 ай бұрын

I saw one today in Paris and I loved it. I want one!

@timmanion7459 8 ай бұрын

Nice watch , as always, a solid video. As for me , I still love rockin' mt BB smiley face Black. Thinner with a better bracelet.

@bobbycalifornia7077 8 ай бұрын

I’ve seen comments in the past few years asking for this LOL. Maybe not in 37mm but definitely that aesthetic.

@martinspringer260 7 ай бұрын

I own the 54 on rubber strap its a exquisite beautifully designed vintage timepiece,tudor have nailed it with the modern take of the 1954 original,this model actually raises the bar to already extreme high standards of the black bay range, imo with the pelagos 39 the 54 is tudors best.

@jakedooom 8 ай бұрын

Dunno if the BB58 bezel is a 60 click, but the 54 definitely is, and that’s important. I thought I would find a 60 click less useful/accurate when positioning it. In practice though, I find I prefer the 60 click over the more usual 120; it makes me less fussy and more “fuzzy” about timings. Also the bezel “milling” is much smoother on the outside than the BB58. So it feels nicer to me. I decided not to buy a BB58 solely due to the very sharp, rasp-like feel of the bezel. The BB54 solves that, and now it’s been constantly on my wrist for several months. It’s a complete beaut!

@fadiinspace 8 ай бұрын

I love the size and overall design but the lack of gilt, minute markers and red triangle on the bezel takes alot from the watch’s beauty and unique look imo. The BB58 is still the one for me. If only it had the new adjustable clasp

@tedi6032 8 ай бұрын

I got it with rubber band. It’s an amazing watch. Can’t stop looking at it.

@shamanprime 8 ай бұрын

Best description I’ve read is that the 58 (gilt version) feels like a new diver designed to mimic the vintage styling, while the 54 feels like an actual vintage diver. Btw when you handle the 54 it feels too small, but when you actually wear it, this goes away.

@msugal 2 ай бұрын

I just hope Tudor would listen to us one more time, and add GMT and more styles to the BB54. I like the red triangle on the BB58 bezel, and I would love to see that in the BB54.

@themightysquid 8 ай бұрын

I have the 39mm bb58 and love it. I don’t see the need for a 37mm version. The watch is so beautiful that decreeing it’s size takes away from it’s esthetics. I have a 6-5/8” wrist and the bb58 is perfect.

@russtygee 8 ай бұрын

I'm sure this is a great watch too but I'm very happy with my BB58. The size is perfect for my medium sized wrist & I like the added hash marks and the spot of red on the 58 bezel. This watch does however have the better bracelet with with the on the fly adjustment although I personally don't need that. I wonder if the bracelets can be used interchangeably though?

@george88pizza43 8 ай бұрын

Pretty sure the bracelet lug widths are 0.5 mm different so you can’t switch the bracelets 😢

@jgo8305 8 ай бұрын

You can change the bracelets, Britt Pearce did it, you just have to keep the BB58 end links!