Tudor Black Bay Ceramic - It wears better than you might think

[@marknielsen8977]

I think it's simply stunning. Seriously gorgeous.

[@marcuslieberman3577]

Great Video- This watch is one of the most beautiful of all watches (in my opinion). The contrast; the black movement/Jewels. I'm about Dials/Hands/Movements/Case Material. This ticks all my boxes!! The finishing on the case (Polished Edge and the Brushed Bezel is fantastic!)

[@markotoole7937]

Thanks for your comment. I'm a big fan of the BB Ceramic! I'd love it if they did a 39mm version and improved the straps, that would make it god tier!

[@JL-OnwardandUpward]

I have this watch in my collection and love it. As I build out my collection, figured one Tudor was required. As many stated, the straps simply do not work. I need to find a better option. Thank you for the review.

[@markotoole7937]

No problem, glad you liked it. Here is a short video of three straps I use. The video isn't great quality, but you get the idea kzbin.infohjhpkMA66Ho?si=vOsqiaslk4RtEeLo

[@jarnbjorn4522]

beautiful watch, gonna buy this when i get my bonus.

[@m_requiem5267]

stealthy look with that black watch and strap. look super nice!

[@Tyr659]

Beautiful and stealth! Love it

[@TheLegitAlpha]

I got this as a grail. Definitely has treated me well.

[@charleslee3081]

I agree with your review of the BB ceramic, especially the original strap. Could you share what strap are you using in the video which looks great. Thanks!

[@markotoole7937]

Yep! Sure, in the video it's a strap from "Tuns Leather" you'll find them on Etsy but cheaper from their website directly. Check the reviews on Etsy though, super quality for a custom leather strap made to your specifications. I had about 10 straps from them, all excellent.

[@kelvin.008]

Value for money especially when you can get 1 new at 40% discount and almost 50% discount for a 1 yr old pc.😊

[@antons.2748]

that's what I've just done and super happy now :)

[@TheKwaze]

Great review thanks. Interesting that the ceramic is slightly thinner than the steel, as that is my one dislike about the Tudors. I am considering two extremes at the moment, either this ceramic or the Silver 925 Trouble is they both look fantastic!

[@markotoole7937]

No problem. I lean towards smaller watches, 39-40mm is ideal for me, however the BB Ceramic is still a really nice wearing experience. I think Tudor have thinned down their newer Black Bay's so the ceramic isn't alone now. I actually had a BB58 Bronze arrive today, have you considered that if you're looking at those two?

[@Kwazart]

@@markotoole7937 Yep I have. For some reason the black dial version doesn't have the bronze bracelet as far as I can see?

[@markotoole7937]

@@Kwazart correct, it's only the brown fume dial in 39mm with the bronze bracelet, it has the t-fit adust on it which is pretty awesome.

[@Kwazart]

@@markotoole7937 I have a few bronze watches already anyway, so I'll stick with the ceramic/silver dilemma for awhile. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3Knh6iCpJaIadU

[@chrisenchemin7183]

Hello Markie Mark, and thanks for this vid. I'm not a huge fan of the Tudor BB but this one is surrely worth a look. If not, do you know Unimatic? Their black models might please you, especially the Modello Uno U1S-MN. ;)

[@markotoole7937]

Hey, thanks for the comment. No, I don't know those, I'll take a look in a moment, I do like all black!

[@chrisenchemin7183]

@@markotoole7937 Do not hesitate to let me know if you liked or not. ;)

[@2283nick]

congratulations for the video. I have it too and I love it, but I ended up on this video looking online for other options for the strap, like you said is not comfortable. I'm thinking of getting the rubber b swimskin alligator which would make it even more similar to the 2019 black bay one

[@markotoole7937]

Nice, it's a favourite of mine and gets worn lots. The Rubber B gets a lot of praise and it looks great on alligator. I switch mine between three straps now, a leather with the original clasp, a black Milanese and a velcro strap for watch gecko, all are much better than the originals.

[@2283nick]

@@markotoole7937 i'd be curios to see how it look with the milanese

[@markotoole7937]

If I get chance I'll do a short this weekend and link you.@@2283nick

[@2283nick]

@@markotoole7937 thanks, you're very kind

[@markotoole7937]

@@2283nick Here you go Nick, these are the three straps I use, not the best video as I haven't had much time, but hopefully it gives you some ideas! kzbin.infohjhpkMA66Ho?si=iB2tXSLyNYIzQog0

[@martinhorgan9289]

I enjoyed your video thanks. I’m hoping to pick up this watch myself very soon, hoping my AD can replace the existing hybrid strap for a larger one for my 20 cm wrist. What strap do you have on your watch? It works very well.

[@markotoole7937]

Hi Martin, glad you liked it. The strap is made by someone called "Tuns Leather" I also have a waxy green strap from him I use on this watch. If you search on Etsy he'll come up, very reasonable pricing and quality is excellent.

[@Sirkelsag666]

No worries taking leather straps in the water. We don't take off our leather boots when its raining, in the mud or in the fields of battle :)

[@markotoole7937]

I really don't think it'd last long taking it in water. It's a thin piece of leather glued/stitched to rubber, it can't be compared to leather walking boots 😁

[@Sirkelsag666]

@@markotoole7937 I yield.

[@chrishewson40]

How realistically durable is it for a daily watch? Could you wear it gardening without getting scratches and dings?

[@markotoole7937]

Hi Chris, it's durable in the sense that after all this time, it still has no scratches whatsoever. I've knocked it on a desk, in the car etc. but never really hard. If it was steel, it'd have some serious scratches now. The drawback with ceramic is it can dent or shatter, so heavy duty tasks like gardening where it might take substantial knocks might not be a good idea.

[@rawgab4439]

Stunning

[@markotoole7937]

Sure is!

[@mqm9420]

Your right the straps are terribly uncomfortable, thinking about going with the rubber b strap, witch did you choose?

[@markotoole7937]

Yep! Sure, in the video it's a strap from "Tuns Leather" you'll find them on Etsy but cheaper from their website directly. Check the reviews on Etsy though, super quality for a custom leather strap made to your specifications. I had about 10 straps from them, all excellent.

[@markotoole7937]

I've also considered the Rubber B one.

[@jayjc8925]

Price of this watch please?

[@markotoole7937]

They're about £4.4k at the moment, however you can pickup used for around £3.2k

[@paultaylor7398]

Hi Mark, what strap do you have on it?

[@markotoole7937]

Hi Paul, it's this one: tunsstore.com/shop/watch-strap/epi-black-leather-watch-strap/ I have a number of straps from Tuns, they're good quality. The beauty is you can pick the exact size and customize it how you please with stitching etc. I'm going to order the Nubuck Alligator from there for this watch too.

[@paultaylor7398]

@@markotoole7937 thanks, now I’ve got to somehow get the strap off, without breaking it

[@markotoole7937]

@@paultaylor7398 Yes, the rubber strap is in there incredibly tight and the rubber is so stiff. I taped up the lugs to protect them and wedged in a spring bar tool, but it took a while. It might be safer doing the dental floss trick, but I've never tried that.

[@Zeus-kj7nn]

Same look still with different colours.

[@markotoole7937]

Well it's not just a colour when compared to the original, it's a completely different case material, thinner, has more curvature, a different METAS movement, and open cashback. I'd say that makes it pretty different, but of course, it's still a BlackBay.