Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Review: The Perfect Watch? | BONUS: Thoughts on the Omega Speedy Blue 38mm

[@tricky92x]

I put this watch on the Tudor Ranger bracelet, and it's just about perfect. T-Fit clasp with on the fly adjustments and no fake rivets on a really nice tapered bracelet.

[@reid.bailey850]

@@tricky92x that does sound like an ideal setup

[@richardbaldwin9502]

Had the half link fitted recently fits perfectly now

[@thetrentmeister]

I’ve owned one for 4 months now. I love it a lot and haven’t been able to wear any of my other watches since. Thanks for the video. Great to see this watch being appreciated still in 2024.

[@reid.bailey850]

@@thetrentmeister it really is a great watch!

[@andreww.9636]

100%, I believe this is the best value modern-day watch you can pick up (especially since they're running 2200-2500 on the secondary market). I have both models and am about to pick up a Ranger bracelet since I don't foresee them ever not being a part of my collection.

[@tricky92x]

Just posted regarding the Ranger bracelet. It's absolutely perfect on this watch, and elevates the overall package.

[@douglasmstewart]

Oh you have crown stick. My Rolex Explorer has that issue. When unscrewed it doesn’t fully pop out to the first position. You have to turn it just a little clockwise and then it pops. Not sure why this happens but I’m bringing it back in to have fixed. (I also have very low amplitude).

[@billmedic1995]

Great video! I own this watch, plus a 41 mm Blackbay Burgundy. I purchased the half link for both watches from Uncle Seiko and it made all the difference in the world.

[@ak983625]

I’ve gots the GMT. Love it.

[@saswineey]

Used two half links, worked for me. Had to change out the first link from the 6oclock side that's connected to the clasp*. Totally fixed my in between links issues

[@reid.bailey850]

@@saswineey awesome, that’s a great idea!

[@Ferien7]

Where’d you get the half links?

[@reid.bailey850]

@@Ferien7 Uncle Seiko is the only one I know who makes them.

[@DistinctMason]

Why use two half links? Wouldn’t that be equal to one full size link?

[@reid.bailey850]

@@DistinctMason 🤔solid point there!

[@BlakeAStoffel]

I’m going to order the T-fit they came out with for the BB58 GMT to fix the band

[@reid.bailey850]

@@BlakeAStoffel 👍

[@gianmarcote]

I am watching videos to either get this or the BB41 , the only thing holding me back from getting this is the faux rivets….

[@reid.bailey850]

@@gianmarcote honestly you can’t see them when you’re wearing it. Not a big deal IMO. The biggest factor in that decision is the size, the BB41 is much larger, and wears much larger. I would definitely recommend trying on both of them before making the purchase.

[@russellseah2347]

Best value pre owned!

[@Chris_BQ]

Check out the easy link extension from steel reef, installed it on my BB58...works like a charm and no more hassle finding the right fit

[@reid.bailey850]

@@Chris_BQ just took a look at it. Very cool, thanks for sharing!

[@evh4611]

I love mine. Got the black as well

[@reid.bailey850]

That's awesome! I love the black one too.

[@rjames7941]

The little extra pop out on the crown is normal, mine does it as well and it’s common to hear about in forums. Just an extra built in safety mechanism.

[@reid.bailey850]

@@rjames7941 awesome, that’s great to know!

[@GKK1963]

I think that extra crown pop is a characteristic of the Swiss movements? My Tudor BB36 and TAG Heuer Aquaracer watches with the ETA SW200 movement both have that extra crown pop? When I bought my Tudor BB58 blue with the MT5402 movement, I thought it wouldn't have that extra crown pop but, it still did. I've come to accept this as a normal function. 😊

[@reid.bailey850]

@@GKK1963 thanks for the reassurance!

[@mtbbiker6401]

@@GKK1963 I believe the crown pop is built into the crown design, not the movement. The watches that require a little extra rotation to pop after unscrewing are designed to disengage the stem while screwing in the crown. With more common automatic watches, the stem is always engaged with the crown and will wind the movement as you screw in the crown. With more expensive watches, the watch does not wind when screwing down the crown because the stem disengages from the crown as you push it in just before screwing it down. You can test my theory by unscrewing your crown, allow it to pop, wind the watch a little bit, then see if it continues to wind as you begin to screw down the crown.

[@GKK1963]

@@mtbbiker6401 Yes, I believe you are correct! The crown pop is designed to disengage from the stem. Thank you for the clarification! 👍

[@RabbitWatchShop]

Like you, before getting my BB54 and P39, I visited the following ADs for a new luxury diver: Rolex, Omega, and Breitling. All of their offerings are too large (Breitlings midsize super ocean is too small). Of course, if I wanted a Sub (owned before), I'd be wait-listed for about a year (give or take). But I didn't like how the new Submariner felt on wrist. It is not as elegant as the 5 digit 16610 I owned. I went to Tudor and got a BB54 and P39 instead lol. I type all this to state I feel ya. The SMP 300 is nice, but I couldn't swing it.

[@randyreynolds1045]

always a great watch❤

[@baburadil456]

Could you add the t fit clasp to this bracelet ?

[@reid.bailey850]

@@baburadil456 not sure. That would definitely be an improvement for the fitting. According to Google, it’s compatible.

[@vemund77]

I saw an early version of this watch in a local shop for $2500. Has the smiley text and blue dial. Well-used but is it a deal worth getting?

[@tricky92x]

Probably the 41MM... way different watch.

[@lazerlabmusic]

Where on the watch is the ceramic insert you mentioned?

[@reid.bailey850]

@@lazerlabmusic I misspoke and revised it in the description.

[@lazerlabmusic]

@reid.bailey850 Nice review and very nice watch. I will certainly buy one in black

[@bartforzese1465]

Tudor Ranger bracelet. Then it’s perfect.

[@jonnypescado1]

This is a perfect Watch. Not to be "that guy" but the gloves while handling your watch, that is already scuffed, is amusing lol.

[@reid.bailey850]

@@jonnypescado1 the gloves are strictly for presentation, as my fingernails are not well groomed and I already had them from a prior photo shoot.

[@wimbraber944]

Ceramic insert?

[@reid.bailey850]

I meant to say aluminum.

[@georgescott6124]

The insert ant ceramic

[@reid.bailey850]

@@georgescott6124 yes sir, I know. I misspoke and updated the description. Love the matte aluminum look!

[@mikeb7111]

I heard P Diddy hated Tudor watches...

[@reid.bailey850]

@@mikeb7111 nowhere near flashy enough for piece of s***!

[@firstnamelastname-ys3mz]

One ugly watch

[@reid.bailey850]

@@firstnamelastname-ys3mz 😂 thanks for playing!

[@mikeb7111]

One time, an ugly watch saved my life, so don't judge a crow by its feet.