4:17 “44 metre lug to lug” 😳 did u get the specs of Hoedrinkee again Brit… 🍷🤪 Always great and entertaining content Gringa. 👍👍

The fact that you can get a BB36 and a BB58 for the price of an Explorer kind of made this decision much easier for me.

I’ve always wanted a Submariner but rapidly approaching 70 I feel like this would appear as desperate attempt to be young . I decided to buy a BB58 to scratch the Subby itch and am very happy with it. I’m considering buying a Tudor BB 36 for my grandson’s birthday.

This was a fun comparison! Never really looked too closely at the BB36, but compared to the Explorer it looks like a heck of a value. Seems like fro the Explorer you're paying a lot extra to get that in house movement, which is a pretty big upgrade, but beyond that I'm assuming you're mostly paying for heritage and branding. Both are stunning, but oddly I think I like the look of the Tudor a bit better, despite normally not being a fan of the snow flake hour hand.

Loving your raw, hilarious and tell it like it is style! A very nice change of pace from the typical watch style videos you see on this platform. Keep up the great work, cheers from Hong Kong!🍻

Great comparison- have to give the nod to the Tudor for the much more fun dial. The circular indices COMPLETE ME! All the geometric shapes are a vibe.

I own the BB36 so I'll say Rolex. They are both great just depends on how much you want to spend for that look.

The Tudor. I went with the Tudor. I thought I’d love the Explorer based on Bark and Jack videos, but in person it just left me cold. I think there is too much text, and I don’t like Mercedes hands. Snowflake hands all day for me, perfect legibility. Mine keeps perfect time as well, several days after setting, it’s bang on the dot. Crazy accuracy. Only downside is the lack of easy adjustability on the Tudor clasp. BB36 for the win. The 116000 silver dial with arabics, on the other hand, that watch is 🔥

I'll break it down easier folks - Lexus versus Toyota... Infinity versus Nissan.... GMC versus Chevrolet.... done.... An acquaintance of mine is a wine drinker. I'm not a drinker and don't know much about wines other than Reds and Whites. Anyhow, we got to discussing watches awhile back. He related wine to watches by asking "do you know what the best bottle of wine is?"..... " the one YOU like".... Could be a $20 bottle of wine, or a $2,0000 bottle of win.... wear the watch YOU want...

The Rolex is certainly not TWICE the watch the Tudor is, but it's still a far better, more sophisticated watch with perhaps the most perfect dial and case design ever conceived. So I would save up for the Rolex. But what I want to know is why is it so difficult for people to find 17mm, 19mm, 21mm or 23mm straps, NATO or otherwise? You can instantly find DOZENS of them on eBay with just a simple search. The only problem I see is that people don't generally keep these sizes around at home, and are therefore forced to buy them. So it might be inconvenient, but they are NOT hard to find.

Is it me or the crown of the Tudor sticks out a little bit…..

I wear my BB36 with a suit every day - it looks awesome while remaining understated - it’s really all the watch anyone could ever really need or want

Great review. I like the Tudor but $3k for a Selitta SW200-1 movement makes it hard for me to justify.

Hi Brittany. Explorer has new 3230 movement with 70 hour reserve not 38 :)

Here's my advice. The Black Bay 36 (Blue Dial) is the way to go. And I'd say it's a better purchase than the Explorer. Here's why: 1. It wears better on the wrist. The new (2021) 36mm Explorer is actually 35mm, and is quite dainty on the wrist. The Black Bay 36 has a better proportioned case and bracelet size. 2. The Black Bay 26 has better lume. Yep, the luminescence on the Tudor is CRAZY. The legibility is perfect. 3. If you get the blue dial, it will look black in most lighting, but wen the light hits it (especially sunlight), the blue pops. I call it a "Hamptons Blue", and it brings a whole new aesthetic dimension to the watch that the Explorer can't. 4. The Black Bay 36 is thinner yet rated for a better water resistance, being 150m. The Explorer is only 100m. 5. The Black Bay 36 movement is easier and cheaper to service,, and still runs on average +/- 2 seconds a day. 6. The crown is set in an hardened aluminium tube, which provides it with extra protection. There are no crown guards here, but the crown is well protected. 7. It's better value for money.

I own both. If I had to pick one, I’d go with the Tudor. Lots of reasons….but most importantly I’m just tired of the Rolex ‘stigma’.

explorer hands down. especially the new 36mm 2021 version featured in this video. every aspect of the watch has been refined from the previous 36mm explorer from ar coating, bracelet, movement and overall finish and quality. fantastic 1-watch watch. Problem is how to get one at list. Lets be brutally honest, everyone would choose the explorer of the two, but you would settle for the other due to lack of availability and higher cost. If you choose the bb36, you'll never truly be satisfied as a 1-watch collection as long as you know the 124270 exists.

I have the outgoing 39mm Exp 1, and while I have many more niche pieces, the Exp 1 is truly a masterpiece. And to be honest is worth the price. Also, the fact that everyone clamors over the subs and gmts and everything just make it so much more appealing to me. It’s a best kept secret. But I love the heritage of a piece and the history. So Rolex Exp 1 for me. (But I do love that Tudor tho lol)

personally I'd go for the explorer 2 polar dial...........great video as ever brit!!

I was looking and thought both are lovely looking watches and thought The Tudor looks liked it’s smiling 🙂

My wife and me own Rolex watches but recently I purchased a BB58 for me and the BB36 for her. I think the tudors are great. My wife hasn’t taken hers off for one day.

I love the db36 because I feel like I'm getting away with something. It's such a great watch for that price. And honestly I believe people will be more likely to use the bb-36 as an everyday / tool watch rather than the Explorer.

I just got a BB36. I absolutely love it! However, I will say that I looked all around my hometown (Miami) and no AD’s had the BB36 in black with a bracelet. I even called the Tudor boutique in NYC and they didn’t have one either. Ended up going pre-owned and got a sweet deal on it. Seems like a they’re starting to become harder to find. Could be wrong though since this is only based on my geographic location and the phone call to NY. Great video!

I mean, if I had the money to afford a Rolex, I'd probably have to ask myself "will I be just as happy with the Tudor?" If that answer were yes, I got me a Tudor and stone extras cash in my pocket. If not? I'd probably still get a Tudor since I could probably save up again for Rolex by the time it becomes available again lol

Great video. No comparison, not even close. The Rolex is an ultra high quality under the radar watch. Only you will know what you are wearing unless you let someone get really, really close to you. That is the bonus. Add the new 3230 movement with 70 hour power reserve and...

I would choose the Rolex. The hands alone does it for me. I was on the waiting list for the Explorer 39mm, but ever since Rolex downsized it to 36mm it has been a no go for me. They shoud offer both sizes to be honest.

The explorer 1 hands down for me, the narrative & history of the explorer is a conversation starter (debatable). Have a 112470 in my collection and instinctively have the urge to wear it. Yes, it does fly under the radar but the highly polished case/bezel and reflective sapphire glass draws attention. Adrian from Bark & Jack is partly to blame for it. 😖

I have the BB41 but still yearn for the Explorer. But then seeing them side by side like this i actually think the Tudor is better looking and it does seem hard to justify the price difference.

there's something near simple perfection on the BB36 that I can't stop trying to figure out.. so i keep looking at it. Its intriguing. I'll see if this is just a phase or I keep feeling this way

I've searched KZfaq and this is the best head-to-head comparison of these two watches I have found. Thanks Britt! I have tried on the Rolex, but I have the excellent Tudor on my wrist. Has gone with me to the Alps in France and to the lakes in Washington state and places in between. Both of these watches can work in just about any environment.

The choice for the word Explorer in the lower half of the 214270 mk2 is much better, I’d say. In the new 36 version it is far too busy in the upper half of the dial, also because of the font size: big letters Rolex, then small letters oyster perpetual followed by something in between for the word explorer. Looks like a sheet the eye doctor shows you when your eyesight is being checked. Strangely enough, the same text on the same place in all older 36mm-versions of the Explorer looks just fine to me. Also, the 39 mk2 fortunately has a matt black dial, rather than glossy. Apart from the mediocre 48h power reserve (and maybe the lack of AR-coating, but the absence of it also gives the dial a charming glance in certain lighting conditions), in my opinion the 214270 mk 2 is just perfect if your wrist is not too small.

these 2 watches are exactly what i'm looking to buy. Its such a tough choice. My gut is going to black bay as it has a slightly more rounded bezel and the ceramic ball clasp is superb. However explorer is an iconic watch, the 369 makes it so much more legible.

Got explorer for myself, and bb36 for my son. Both my son’s birth year

I like both and I think the BB36 is awesomely priced (like pretty much every other Tudor). But the Explorer (in 36mm) is pretty much my favourite watch ever, because I feel you can do it everything with it. But I do think it is overpriced, even at retail. You say you would pay retail, and I would too (given the opportunity) because of the current Rolex situation. If we could look at it the same way we look at the Tudor, taking the watch and only the watch into consideration, we would consider it overpriced. But If I was looking for a one-watch collection and was confortable with spending that kind of money to do it, the Explorer would be the one I'd get. But I'm not a one watch guy, I don't think I'll ever be and I am totally not confortable with spending that kid of money on a watch. I prefer to have various "budget" watches and keep changing between them (but "budget" is obviously subjective. I have around 10 watches and 500 is probably the most I'd spend in one, for now - and that is a lot of money for some people, not a lot to others). So..I'll just enjoy my various "budget" pieces and wear a Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 38mm the same way I would wear a BB36 or an Explorer.

Brit I went for the black bay 58 blue better than both !😀😀 I got it on your recommendation love ❤️ it and you

Can’t help but feel vids like this should compare retail of the non Rolex to average grey market price for new Rolex. If you then compare the £2k ish Bb36 to a £8k Explorer… because you can’t get any Rolex at retail… it surely makes the explorer a really really bad buy and the bb36 an absolute bargain.

Great vid. So funny, I was just today looking at the blue dial Tudor BB36 and now this 😊. Between the BB36 black dial and the Explorer, I would go for the Explorer.

The big difference; price, movement (Explorer has a thousand dollar movement, bb has couple hundred dollars movement), brand recognition, visuals appearance. Finish, fit, quality outside the movement very similar.

44 METRE lug to lug . Holy moly that's one BIG ASS watch 🤣. Built for a Brachiosaurus! Great video regardless love the classic looks of the explorer but that BB36 especially the new two tone versions looks great!

There's definitely more value for money in Tudor. But I would choose the Explorer. It's also my favourite Rolex. Simple and classy and fits every occassion.

Big cred for doing the Gosling size even if he’s a white dial guy. You get 36 if you see it pulled off and think you can too for the same reasons or care about the history of sizes and buy it for the same reason. The point is original size.

Wanted an every day and these too were in the running... The snowflake hand is too big for a small day so after putting my name down for an explorer in a shop I'd never been in before I had an agonising wait..... The next day I collected the explorer and it's just superb 😁

Great episode! So i was one of those people who wanted an Explorer but since it was "hard" to get one I bought the BB36 last spring. At the time a 114270 was about 5K used ( cheap!) but I really felt that the 3K I paid for the brand new Tudor as opposed to a 15 year old Rolex just seemed a no brainer and I was lucky enough to have one that was so well regulated you'd have thought it was a Rolex. But.... in the end I sold it and was able to get a new 214270. So if I could snap my fingers and change the 39mm one I have into the new 36mm one...Yes I would, but that AD ain't havin' it

Had the 214270 for 2 years. It’s a very well built but sad watch. Mostly has to do with this glossy dial, cold and shiny dial furniture and lack of AR coating. That sums up my feeling about it. Would need to try the BB36 and compare

OP 36 vs BB 36 will be a better comparison?

Can’t comment on the Tudor, but love my explorer 114270

Great video Britney, keep up the awesome content.

You're assessment seems about right to me. The Rolex is a little dressier compared to the Tudor, but the availability is a huge negative. So good luck getting one anywhere near retail price! I would be happy with either one on my wrist, but my bank account (and wife) would probably prefer to see the Tudor.

I have the Tudor BB 41 in black and an Aquaterra 41 in blue and I probably saved some money...(as you can't get the explorer for 5k EVER!) but I want to drop a bomb here... as I think that the Tudor is both a tool watch and a very elegant one too. Imagine it on the wrist of 007 wearing a tuxedo. You can't say that it would not be elegant... 😉

Although I've not tried on the new Explorer, even the bigger wearing BB36 was too small on my wrist. I can't see liking the even smaller Explorer. I did try on a pre-owned BB41 black and Explorer 39mm at the same shop a couple weeks ago, and while I didn't dislike the BB41, it did wear a bit thicker than the Explorer. Maybe it's the slab sides on the Tudor, but the 39mm Explorer was SO perfect on the wrist. It almost melted away. I'm still so upset that Rolex discontinued that size. I do wish Tudor would come out with a BB38 or 39. That 5mm gap is quite big when it comes to a watch. I totally get why the choice between them was so tough. If the Explorer wasn't quite so expensive, it might have been an easier choice, but they both are great in their own way. For fans of blue, that BB36/41 in blue doesn't is SO choice. Sadly, there isn't a blue Explorer. There was that smaller blue OP with 3/6/9 at one point, but that's gone now. Such a shame, as that was a hidden gem within the Rolex lineup. Nice comparison video, Gringa.

These are both great watches, but both of them need to upgrade their clasps. For these prices, they both should have highly adjustable clasps like the Planet Ocean, etc. Love your channel, Gringa!

One can obsess about details. At the end it comes down to the brand name. If you are fine with Tudor, go for Black Bay 36. If you need the Rolex logo, get the Explorer and pay the premium.

People talk about the cost of buying a Rolex but never talk about the $$$ you get when you sell it. If you needed to sell, a Rolex will fetch at least it’s retail value but the Tudor will severely depreciate in price.

Both are nice watches. I think if you have one or the other you should be happy 😊. Personally, I would go for the Tudor.

I’ll say Explorer cause I think it looks more refined and that dial from Tudor kinda looks awkward without the rotating bezel looks great on the 58 but the aesthetic looks a bit imbalance for me. Then again Adrian from Bark and Jack suggested to look at the two tone version and when he said “dirty”, the steel version became a bit dull in comparison. 😂

Been saving for a while and just picked up a bb36. Going to keep saving then trade up to the explorer in a few years

Agreed that these are two very different watches. The dial just offers a really different look. Also regarding the clasp, Rolex feels more solid and refined, but I do like that the Tudor clasp is slim. Same thing for the case thickness!

Hi Brittany, I am also a Tudor fan (love my BB58), but I don't see these two watches competing with each other. The Rolex is arguably the most iconic field/exploring watch ever, with a storied history and provenance. To me, the Tudor looks like a dive watch that lost its timing bezel. I'm on wait lists at every AD in my town for the Explorer, but I would not buy the Tudor, even at a discount. It just doesn't do anything for me.

Are the hands and the indices on the BB36 made of white gold? The power reserve for the Rolex Explorer is 70 hours and not 38hrs. I think you have mixed up some of the facts. Please correct it.

do you like numerals on the dial? Mercedes hands? eating top ramen for a few years? then the explorer is for you!

Great video thanks for sharing it with us ! I really like the Tudor especially for the price point

Great video, I think you may have just picked one of the most difficult side by sides there is! Rolex is defo the better of the two, is it better value though? Value for me is a no. The Tudor is my entry level recommendation to my none watch geek friends who want to buy a ‘proper’ watch for a couple of grand. Thanks for the content!👍

Great video as ever! 36mm is far too small for me.........however.......my missus loves the size, it's perfect for her 5.2" wrist, and likes the Tudor so she doesn't know it yet but it will be in her Santa sock hanging on the fireplace on Christmas eve!! 🎅🎅

Great review, Brittany/James, thank you. 1:00 had me burst out laughing. 😂 Can't believe I'm saying this: have to see them side by side, but think I like the Tudor better. 150WR, more readable hands and (to me) better looking dial, and that chamfered edging on the case: sexy. And hate to say it, but value HAS to be a factor for me. My humble opinion. Thanks again🙂👍

Row-lexxxx so versatile ❤️

Interesting question Gringa. Personally I would be happy with either watch subject to seeing the 36mm on my wrist that is. Both are similar size but they are quite different. The case of the Explorer is more sculpted but the Tudor more sporty as you mention. I think you summed it up perfectly with the Tudor being sporty with a smart edge and the Rolex being smart with a sporty edge. The Rolex being certified could be the deal maker though for those who demand mechanical accuracy.

Good review. Great watches, but I can't deal with the Tudor having self winding on it.

Ok the intro got me, subbed.

Great video, I think the Tudor is even more of a value proposition since even elderly explorers are pushing £8k on the pre-owned market

Great review of two very nice watches. I have both, I prefer the more smooth round fluidity of the Rolex. Thanks for sharing. :)

Toodah baby! Wat up cuzin!

Thanks for the video! My issue is that the Tudor doesn’t have the history and heritage behind it like the Explorer does. The question to me is am I willing to pay twice as much for the arguably greatest (subjective I know) tool watch of all time in a modern-spec’d version? That may be worth it!

I actually like the Tudor better, but neither interest me. Still loved the video.

I own the Rolex Explorer 2021 36mm. I'll say get the Rolex ONLY at an AD because it's cheaper than a used 39mm and the old 36mm version from 1990-2010. It has a 70 hour power reserve. Although it's only 100 meters water resistance, it has white gold, and adjustable links. Plus it's a Rolex. I held back from buying the Tudor because I know for me it would be a compromise watch. I will always want the Rolex. I will end up buying the Tudor BB 36 because it looks amazing, it's affordable, I prefer 36mm watches, and you can find it at any AD. The other reason I held back on getting a used Explorer 36mm is the clasp and bracelet. It feels cheap and for a watch that was $4k last year, now selling at $7k for a 11-30 year old watch? C'mon.... Then with the Rolex shortage games I couldn't get the 39mm Explorer or a Sub for several years on a waitlist. I was blessed to get this one thanks to my AD rep who knew I wanted an Explorer for many years.

Wich one should I pick? Wilsdorf foundation or this another one from Wilsdorf foundation?

New fave watch channel, no BS, straight COLD HARD FAXXX and i actually had a bit of a laugh, you're rad, cheers from NZ :)

Wore both last week on the wrist. Picking the tudor. People were right never meet your heroes 😭 Wish I could like the explorer in person

I’ve had both - still have the Explorer and it wins easily. Right then, now that I’ve given my uninfluenced answer I’ll get on and watch the video! 😁

Great vid as usual, but why would you make choose! Both are grails to me. Right now saving for the BB36. And maybe, just maybe after both my girls leave the nest, I’ll start saving for the Explorer. That said, to me these are two totally different watches, I mean, BB36 to me is sportier, while the Explorer is dressier, and both are good enough to be used casually. Anyway, maybe it’s just my fandom taking the best of me, but I love both watches, those are 2/3 of my ‘perfect 3 watch collection’. Keep up the great content. Nice to have Papi’s background participation, although missed the wrist check. Cheers to both of you guys.

I desperately wanted a white dial explorer to come out in April. However, the silver dial BB36 came to the rescue and I jumped on it. I absolutely love it. So versatile. That said, I will own the 124270. I think there is more than enough room in a collection for a silver dialed BB36 and an Explorer, because, like Watch Gringa, it's my favorite Rolex. I feel like an either-or between these two requires a both.

The 214270 MK2 every day of the week and twice on Sunday...

Great episode! Very funny, as usual If I were to share my honest opinion: 1 Rolex Explorer is an entry level luxury watch that can't be priced accurately 2 Tudor BB is awesome but it's just a watch that is a little bit overpriced

This was a really great comparison. The Tudor is really youthful and the Rolex is more elegant IMO, but both are nice.

I want a TT Explorer. If you tried one on...you would too.

Superb video as always Gringa! Entertaining and expertly edited. You have a real talent! Also, I proudly own the Tudor BB 36. To my eyes, it is more striking and I did not feel in any way that I was buying an inferior watch. So to each their own! I was also able to get a 10% discount from my AD. Something to consider as well. 😎

I love the Explorer 36mm, and I am waiting patiently for that phone call telling me it is in stock. Long time saving!

The main difference between the two is that the BB36 is available in blue. Also, BB36 can actually be worn anywhere without the attention you get from the Rolex crown -- which could be a bad thing in some cases.

I'd love a focused comparison of the bb36 and your black OP, great video!

The Tudor is a great watch at a decent price. (Though there are plenty of watches with much better specs at this price.) It looks great and if you love the design and size, you'll be plenty happy with it. It's also cheaper to service! With that said, to sum it up, the Rolex 124270 is superior in all these aspects: - made of 904L steel, more resistant to tarnishing and better polish - white gold hands and indices, resistant to corrosion basically forever - movement is highly superior in every way, anti-magnetic and anti-shock etc - excellent interior AR coating, Tudor lacks any AR coating... - on the fly micro-adjustment via easy link, generally more solid bracelet - more elegant case profile which mitigates the perceived thickness - better lume (appears white in more diverse lighting situations) - better crown appearance/positioning Re: water resistance, let's be real. Neither are dive certified. Considering that, there's no difference between 100M and 150M WR. You can swim in either without worry, even more so with the Rolex due to 904L steel being resistant to saltwater corrosion. With all that in mind, I still think the Tudor is an excellent watch - it's just that the Rolex is also definitely worth the price increase! I'm tempted by the Tudor, but I think I'll just wait and save for the Explorer :)

Nice head-to-head. I’ve considered both watches (the Rolex in its older config). Passed on both for different models in both lines. Nice work though. Lots of sense being made

I was hoping I'd be convinced I like the Tudor more...but it just didn't happen, despite the Tudor being a really nice, well priced piece. In the dive watch category/size, I prefer what Tudor offers. But in this format, the Rolex design clearly takes the day.

I know the 39mm isn't in this video but! It has to be the Explorer 39mm MK2 for me it's all about the lume and on the MK2 I like the "Explorer" being in the lower half of the dial 😬

I just ordered the Tudor Black Bay 36 in blue!! Great review and comparison!

Went to get explorer, left with Tudor. Will never sell. will also probaly get explorer eventually. both great - 1 only tudor everytime

Good idea to compare both watches, but there is a big gap between both!! 😊 specially in the movement which is the reason why a collector spend money. Spend 2200 for an ETA 2824, in my opinion is too much!!

Since I wouldn’t buy a Rolex even if I could afford one, I was closely looking at the Tudor Royal and the BB36! But whilst it sure is value for money compared to Rolex, the cost of 2500€ roughly for both is still very high when you think about it. They use SW200/ETA 2824 which can be had in watches from 500€ upwards and the finishing is good but not great and rather simple at that! So I think they get a pass because of their super value in comparison to Rolex…. But add some other brands, maybe not as prestige of a name, half the price for the same level of quality!

Claim about being the worst watch channel has angered the time piece gentlemen. Plus all luxury watches should come with quick adjust clasps, this isn’t rocket surgery.

The Tudor BB 36 is a cool watch. Easy to wear and quite versatile. But the Explorer 36 stand for the History of Rolex, the symbol of a mindset, going beyond the limits. Ok, it's the Rolex's story (marketing) telling, but that's what people pay for.

If Monta did 36mm with sunburst dial that would be dope. I tried Explorer 39mm and dial left me cold but bracelet was godlike.

The Tudor looks so fresh! I'd choose it over the Explorer without a doubt.