2020 Tudor release

[AJB88]

Following on from the 2018 GMT & BB58 launch and then the disappointing 2019 launch.

This is expected to be "officially" announced on 01/07.



Blue Black Bay 58.

Looks nice, not quite as "nice" as the black BB58 in my opinion.

[richthebike]

Where did you see this?

[AJB88]

Rolex Forums, numerous Tudor "clubs" on Instagram, Tudor fan group on Facebook.

Several AD's are taking deposits already.

I've seen another mock up since that has red at the top like the BB58.

[CardShark]

There's a video on YT about this already, that shows it with a blue bezel and a black dial although it's a photoshop mock-up rather than a shot of the real thing. The OP 'photo appears to show it all blue with guilt (maybe it's just the lighting) whereas this 'photo shows it all blue with regular polished/plated finishing.

BB58-blue-silver

All blue looks very, very good, especially if it isn't guilt.

Video here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LP-f_2fQwPM&pp...

Edited by CardShark on Saturday 27th June 15:30

[AJB88]

Think theres a few different photos going around for example this;




I've messaged my local AD to see what they will tell me.

Edited by AJB88 on Saturday 27th June 15:44

[richthebike]

The all blue looks good, nice and modern. Great counterpoint to the original 58.

I don't think it works 'part gilt' with the silver bezel - can't imagine that's how it'll end up.

[CardShark]

So said:

Utterly gorgeous and I would like to see it in the flesh.

[elbows]I saw her first[/elbows]

Edit - where did that post go?

[So]

CardShark said:

So said:

Utterly gorgeous and I would like to see it in the flesh.

[elbows]I saw her first[/elbows]

Edit - where did that post go?

I thought it made me sound like a sleazy old pervert.

It's bad enough being a sleazy old pervert, without coming across like one on the Internet.

[cjs 28]

Was in an AD and they said release day is the 4th for them with a watch to show customers.

[hyper jay]

Phew that's a relief ! i can leave that

Glad its not a in house Ranger or a updated NF would be very problematic to justify

[AllyM]

If it has the same bracelet as the current BB58 then forget it, garbage.

[andySC]

AllyM said:

If it has the same bracelet as the current BB58 then forget it, garbage.

This for me also, I tried on a GMT but the riveted bracelet was a let down , although a different proposition I’m going to try a Pelagos ( I understand the bracelet is “better?? “ )

[MTK1919]

Looking at the release shots it looks like the new BB doesn't have gilt or the red triangle of the original. I'm not sure if that's a good or a bad thing because for me it works sooo well on the original.

I'll be interested to see what colour the other strap options are, however I don't have a problem with the standard bracelet as some do. It's decent enough, particularly at this price point.

[AJB88]

Seen a few more this morning and much prefer the original.

[DrMagic]

andySC said:

AllyM said:

If it has the same bracelet as the current BB58 then forget it, garbage.

This for me also, I tried on a GMT but the riveted bracelet was a let down , although a different proposition I’m going to try a Pelagos ( I understand the bracelet is “better?? “ )

I’m really keen on the BB58, having heard pretty much universal praise for it. Can I ask what was your issue with the bracelet? Too flimsy?

[andySC]

DrMagic said:

andySC said:

AllyM said:

If it has the same bracelet as the current BB58 then forget it, garbage.

This for me also, I tried on a GMT but the riveted bracelet was a let down , although a different proposition I’m going to try a Pelagos ( I understand the bracelet is “better?? “ )

I’m really keen on the BB58, having heard pretty much universal praise for it. Can I ask what was your issue with the bracelet? Too flimsy?

I really liked the watch itself & almost wish I’d have taken it, I think I would’ve gotten used to the bracelet & it would’ve become less of an issue. I tried it on & it was the bracelet that I was immediately drawn to, it’s not flimsy per se but it didn’t have any real “heft”, I really disliked the rivets tbh, I get that Tudor want to differentiate themselves from Rolex (& they do) but polished sides on the links & a wee bit more weight & I’d have walked out with it. I’m picky for sure but at £3k + I suppose you should be. I’ll carry on looking for a new watch soon & may well revisit the BB GMT amongst a few other candidates.

[tangerine_sedge]

hyper jay said:

Phew that's a relief ! i can leave that

Glad its not a in house Ranger or a updated NF would be very problematic to justify

What the world needs now is another SS diver!

I'm sure this will be a banker for Tudor, but every man and his kickstarter dog already have this watch in their line-up. Not a watch to get excited by...

[smithyithy]

To be honest I don't think the black / gilt dial matches the blue / silver bezel... black or red bezel perhaps better suited IMO.

[whatleytom]

Seems like there is a pretty big sale on a lot of the rest of the Tudor range at a few jewellers. Some bargains to be had. Wonder if it's due to new products coming in?

[DrMagic]

andySC said:

Interesting to hear some criticism, thanks. I’m a fan of the rivets but haven’t actually handled the watch yet, so we’ll see

I really liked the watch itself & almost wish I’d have taken it, I think I would’ve gotten used to the bracelet & it would’ve become less of an issue. I tried it on & it was the bracelet that I was immediately drawn to, it’s not flimsy per se but it didn’t have any real “heft”, I really disliked the rivets tbh, I get that Tudor want to differentiate themselves from Rolex (& they do) but polished sides on the links & a wee bit more weight & I’d have walked out with it. I’m picky for sure but at £3k + I suppose you should be. I’ll carry on looking for a new watch soon & may well revisit the BB GMT amongst a few other candidates.