yea I purchased the Uncle Seiko half link for mine. The half link helps a lot. Now that I have gotten used to the bracelet I moved a few links around and I don’t even need the half link for a good fit. I use the t fit clasp everyday sometimes multiple times a day I love it. Try purchasing two uncle seiko half links and play with the link arrangement you might find a good fit that way.
Same here. I've got a 6.5 inch wrist and the Uncle Seiko half link perfected the fit for me. It's actually the same as the half link they sell for the BB58. Tudor is missing a trick not selling these themselves 👍🏼
Great video as usual Tony. After careful consideration I think the solution to the 6 1/2” wrist is to go on a diet of Pizza, Pie and lots of beer. Also this diet requires zero exercise. In a couple months the wrist will balloon up nicely.🤣 Take Care
You make a great point: when you spend a lot of money for a watch, you want it to fit perfectly. I think that speaks to what you always say: buy what you love. No matter how much you spend, how “hot” the watch is, if the fit is off, it will potentially sit unworn and unloved.
This was my biggest concern before buying the BB54. I have a 6.3 inch wrist and ended up removing 4 links with the T-fit adjusted to the tightest position. It wears perfectly with 8 cm room for on the fly adjustment. Math seems to be off though if you have a 6.5 inch wrist. It could very well be the shape of the wrist or T-fit moves when you open the clasp. Heard it unlocks when opened from the back end of the clasp as how I used to do with my BB58. Else, half link is the way to go. Nice info though for people looking to buy the BB54!
I put an Uncle Seiko half link on my Tudor and it was perfect after that with, four and half links on the six o'clock portion of the bracelet. I also have a six and half inch wrist. I think Rolex and Tudor really should offer half links for all their models and it really puts me off.
By the way, for those who wear a watch to bed I recommend the Ball Watch Fireman Enterprise. $990 at Gnomon, these watches have tritium (gas filled tubes) hour markers that do not need to be charged to see clearly in the dark. I understand that these tubes have a lifespan of about 25 years. I put mine on a custom leather strap and an OEM Ball deployment clasp. Comfortable and completely visible all night.
Having experience with that technology you now use a Timex when sleeping? That lume is OK for a few hours but you must have good vision to read the dial after a couple of hours...
hey tony great video braj. i have a question what do you think of the mr-g "high end " g shock .? would one have to be crazy to spend 3gs on a G shock? i recently became aware of them and i find them incredibly intriguing.
I have two half links for my BB54 and got the perfect T-Fit. Two half links together are 13mm and 3mm longer than one whole link. That did the trick for me.
Thanks a lot- great content. That is what drives me mad about bracelets. Most of them are not really individually adjustable. That is the challenge with bracelets from GP, Cartier, IWC, AP etc. The best solution is the micro adjustment and micro regulation on the Rolex bracelets. IMHO
That’s too bad I have a 6.25 inch wrist and it just works for me adjusted all the way forward but any looser and it wouldn’t have worked well. Luckily when my wrist swells I have a lot of room to loosen
Jeepers Tony,I am so lucky with my BB54 fit. The sales lady at my AD had the patience of a saint. She was back and forth setting it perfect,so much so I have yet to use adjustment 😊😊😊
I might have a solution for you Tony. Uncle Seiko makes lots of aftermarket links that are of excellent quality. They may offer a 1/2 link for this very popular model. If they don’t offer it now it is almost certain that they will offer it within a couple of months. That will solve your problem 👍
I had the exact problem with a different Tudor. I have an older Black Bay 36 that I could not get to fit comfortably no matter what I did. Then I heard about Uncle Seiko and their aftermarket links and other accessories. They make lots of 1/2 links for Tudors. I got and installed a 1/2 link- it 100% solved the problem. And the quality is not distinguishable from OEM products.
The size is part of the character of the watch, i guess its a matter of personal taste. For me, around that size is what i look for. Yeah, perhaps a small issue with the bracelet, appreciate the honest view on it...more refreshing than reviews that just go on about how great the watch is...
@@talkingtimepieceswithtony Sorry to hear that. I have had that problem with Tudor myself. I wanted to love the Tudor THC Blue but could not get it to fit right. Couldn’t believe they couldn’t put a half link in a $4200 watch! I ask because I’m wary of Tudor for that reason. And I like the 54. Maybe it would work on my 6.75 inch wrist. Looks good on you tho! Cheers.
Hey Tony! Enjoy all your content. Between your 54 and zenith pilot, which do you prefer. I’m juggling between these two pieces. Does your 54 still get a lot of wrist time? Cheers man!
Switch-Up to Tudor’s Rubber Strap ! It’s SWEET ! The SS Bracelet is problematic at many levels ….. “ Rivit , rivit .” 🐸 ❤ the idea of the 54 . I’m going to wait another few years to see what this model has in store . ( I rather enjoy the Aluminum Bezel 😎☝️)
In summer time all metal bracelet are sticky and will give impression that you don't adjust correct, even a jubilee bracelet will give you some "hard time" but your wrist will get used with the bracelet in time. Try to put a cheap silicon bracelet(this is what i do in summer ) .
Wrist curls Tony! I tried on the 54 a couple weeks ago. It seemed too small after wearing my Batman daily. However today I tried on the Santos Dumont XL wow it looks great on (side profile in mirror) could be my next one
@@talkingtimepieceswithtony i fought with my BB58’s bracelet for a year to make it fit. Ended up giving up on it and got an uncle straps jubilee, it fit’s awesome 😎
@@talkingtimepieceswithtony I think I get it. I had the same problem with the Glycine Combat Sub 36 butterfly clasp. No microadjustments so either too tight or too loose. Solution was putting it on a strap.
Its shockingly small/thin and light when you first hold it. I think a lot of people that went on and on about wanting a smaller Tudor passed on it. The link thing is odd. The BB54 would need links out, yet a BB41 fits out of the box!
The difference in lug to lug and link lenght between the '54 and 41 Heritage in relation to your particular wrist just happens to work better in your case.
@@notDonaldFagen I do not get how that's a thing. A bigger watch is for bigger wrists, so logically I should need to buy an extra link for a smaller watch, not a bigger one I would have expected. Quite a few watches seem to fit me out of the box these days, whereas historically I always have a link or two out.
@@wristopia4101 lug to lug is 46mm vs 50.1mm. So yes, that will have effect on how the bracelet is adjust for the same wrist. The cases take a up a different amount of circumference of your wrist. The length of the links is the same. So lug to lug will impact how many links and which micro adjust setting is used.
Finding the best fit is tricky business and I know exactly what you're talking about. The Uncle Seiko half link should fix you right up. One of the best features of the T-fit clasp is the ability to adjust while on wrist. Good purchase Tony. Too small for me, but a excellent offering from Tudor.
@@MetalsForBrunch Tudor fanboy spotted 😂😂😂😂 How about this. Tudor is a poor man’s Rolex 😂😂😂😂😂 Yea I know Rolex owns Tudor 😜 that means Rolex is pimping you 😂😂😂😂😂
yea I purchased the Uncle Seiko half link for mine. The half link helps a lot. Now that I have gotten used to the bracelet I moved a few links around and I don’t even need the half link for a good fit. I use the t fit clasp everyday sometimes multiple times a day I love it. Try purchasing two uncle seiko half links and play with the link arrangement you might find a good fit that way.
Cool. Thanks man. 🤙🤙
Same here. I've got a 6.5 inch wrist and the Uncle Seiko half link perfected the fit for me. It's actually the same as the half link they sell for the BB58. Tudor is missing a trick not selling these themselves 👍🏼
Had this same issue with the ranger, US half link fixes it
Great video as usual Tony. After careful consideration I think the solution to the 6 1/2” wrist is to go on a diet of Pizza, Pie and lots of beer. Also this diet requires zero exercise. In a couple months the wrist will balloon up nicely.🤣 Take Care
Dude! Perfect! I’m on it. 😂😂🤙🤙
You make a great point: when you spend a lot of money for a watch, you want it to fit perfectly. I think that speaks to what you always say: buy what you love. No matter how much you spend, how “hot” the watch is, if the fit is off, it will potentially sit unworn and unloved.
Exactly. 😊😊🤙🤙
This was my biggest concern before buying the BB54. I have a 6.3 inch wrist and ended up removing 4 links with the T-fit adjusted to the tightest position. It wears perfectly with 8 cm room for on the fly adjustment. Math seems to be off though if you have a 6.5 inch wrist. It could very well be the shape of the wrist or T-fit moves when you open the clasp. Heard it unlocks when opened from the back end of the clasp as how I used to do with my BB58. Else, half link is the way to go. Nice info though for people looking to buy the BB54!
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"keeps amazing time" - BINGO, what Seiko does not do (and "they" have refused to certify and regulate their Prospex movements)!
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I put an Uncle Seiko half link on my Tudor and it was perfect after that with, four and half links on the six o'clock portion of the bracelet. I also have a six and half inch wrist.
I think Rolex and Tudor really should offer half links for all their models and it really puts me off.
I agree.
By the way, for those who wear a watch to bed I recommend the Ball Watch Fireman Enterprise. $990 at Gnomon, these watches have tritium (gas filled tubes) hour markers that do not need to be charged to see clearly in the dark. I understand that these tubes have a lifespan of about 25 years. I put mine on a custom leather strap and an OEM Ball deployment clasp. Comfortable and completely visible all night.
I have had multiple Luminox with the same tubes. 🤙🤙
Having experience with that technology you now use a Timex when sleeping? That lume is OK for a few hours but you must have good vision to read the dial after a couple of hours...
hey tony great video braj. i have a question what do you think of the mr-g "high end " g shock .? would one have to be crazy to spend 3gs on a G shock? i recently became aware of them and i find them incredibly intriguing.
Thanks man! I’ll add it to my next Q&A!!
I have two half links for my BB54 and got the perfect T-Fit.
Two half links together are 13mm and 3mm longer than one whole link.
That did the trick for me.
Awesome! 🤙🤙
those to half links, do you have to buy them separately, or they are included with the BB54 ?
@@nokianx400 Yes you need to buy them separately from Unclestraps.
I think Uncle Seiko makes a half link for this. I’ll text you the info
Thank you sir!! I really appreciate it. 🤙🤙
Thanks a lot- great content. That is what drives me mad about bracelets. Most of them are not really individually adjustable. That is the challenge with bracelets from GP, Cartier, IWC, AP etc. The best solution is the micro adjustment and micro regulation on the Rolex bracelets. IMHO
Agreed. 🤙🤙
That’s too bad I have a 6.25 inch wrist and it just works for me adjusted all the way forward but any looser and it wouldn’t have worked well. Luckily when my wrist swells I have a lot of room to loosen
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Jeepers Tony,I am so lucky with my BB54 fit. The sales lady at my AD had the patience of a saint. She was back and forth setting it perfect,so much so I have yet to use adjustment 😊😊😊
Cool! Glad you love it! 😊😊
I might have a solution for you Tony. Uncle Seiko makes lots of aftermarket links that are of excellent quality. They may offer a 1/2 link for this very popular model. If they don’t offer it now it is almost certain that they will offer it within a couple of months. That will solve your problem 👍
Thanks man! Appreciate it. 🤙🤙
I had the exact problem with a different Tudor. I have an older Black Bay 36 that I could not get to fit comfortably no matter what I did. Then I heard about Uncle Seiko and their aftermarket links and other accessories. They make lots of 1/2 links for Tudors. I got and installed a 1/2 link- it 100% solved the problem. And the quality is not distinguishable from OEM products.
@@DESCENDINGDR very cool! I’ve got the link to the company to order one. Thank you. 🤙🤙
I thinking about buying a BB 54 new oder an Omega reduced from the 90s. What would you do Tim?
I can add to the Q&A.
The lume is great. I have 20/700 vision and wear my watch while I sleep and have no problem at telling the time at night
Very cool!
I have a 6. 5 inch wrist as well and my bb54 fits good. My issue is the lume lol
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@@talkingtimepieceswithtony I think the shape of your wrist is important as well. I have a wide and flat wrist. Maybe you're more round
Same issue on my 7/14 wrist with the pelagos 39
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Strange how they don’t fit properly.
I had the exact same problem and I have a 6.25” wrist. The uncle seiko half link was the solution 👍
Glad you resolved it. 🤙🤙
Thanks man, good to know, i am getting one anyway but great to know man. I like my watches kinda loose fit, but the fitting is important.
Awesome! Congrats. 🤙🤙
Very tempted with the 54, just not sure I can justify the price at the moment. Lovely looking watch through and a great review.
Thank you! Best of luck with you! 🤙🤙
The 54 looks perfect on your wrist tony nice
Thanks. 🤙🤙
The size is part of the character of the watch, i guess its a matter of personal taste. For me, around that size is what i look for. Yeah, perhaps a small issue with the bracelet, appreciate the honest view on it...more refreshing than reviews that just go on about how great the watch is...
Thank you.🤙🤙
Looks great loose!!
Yeah, not bad. It doesn’t bother me too much.
Half link from uncle seiko, had the same problem with the pelagos
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7in wrist, tried it on a couple of times… don’t wanna take it off, I think I should get it finally! Thanks for the bracelet info!
Get it! Great watch.
Looks like your moving around better brother!?
Thank you. Yes. I still have to get surgery, but for now I’m a lot better. 🤙🤙
Get a half link from Uncle Seiko.
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Very intriguing watch, I really dig it. Looks great on your wrist.
Thank you! 🤙🤙
The problem with this watch is the bezel is not ceramic
That’s the problem? 😂😂
I much prefer aluminum bezel inserts over ceramic. 😊
Another reason to just buy the sub.
A lot of people don’t have $10k to spend man.
I have same issue with the fit on my 6.5” wrist. Glad you point it out :)
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I’m confused Tony. Does the T-fit clasp not work well?
It might depending on your wrist size. Just on 6.5 inch wrist it did not fit well.
@@talkingtimepieceswithtony Sorry to hear that. I have had that problem with Tudor myself. I wanted to love the Tudor THC Blue but could not get it to fit right. Couldn’t believe they couldn’t put a half link in a $4200 watch! I ask because I’m wary of Tudor for that reason. And I like the 54. Maybe it would work on my 6.75 inch wrist. Looks good on you tho! Cheers.
Hey Tony! Enjoy all your content. Between your 54 and zenith pilot, which do you prefer. I’m juggling between these two pieces. Does your 54 still get a lot of wrist time? Cheers man!
Thank you! I’ll add your question to the next Q&A. 🤙🤙
Switch-Up to Tudor’s Rubber Strap !
It’s SWEET !
The SS Bracelet is problematic at many levels …..
“ Rivit , rivit .” 🐸
❤ the idea of the 54 .
I’m going to wait another few years to see what this model has in store .
( I rather enjoy the Aluminum Bezel 😎☝️)
Cool! Thanks. 🤙🤙
Same here. I had to buy a half link. Now it's perfect.
Awesome. 🤙🤙
It was definitely like that for me with my omega Speedmaster so I sold it
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Great honest review🤘🏽
I like this kinda small size watch like vintage one. My wrist 6.75 inches so probably perfect fit and looks for me isn’t it?
Cool! Thanks. 🤙🤙
I had a Tudor Ranger 39 mm and had the same issue. I sold the watch cuz i didn’t like it too tight or too loose. I like watches that fit nice😁
Yeah, it sucks when the watch doesn’t fit properly. 🤙🤙
I always wear watches snug enough but not tight, as many of us do I'm sure. If it gets a little tighter, it really doesn't bother me.
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In summer time all metal bracelet are sticky and will give impression that you don't adjust correct, even a jubilee bracelet will give you some "hard time" but your wrist will get used with the bracelet in time. Try to put a cheap silicon bracelet(this is what i do in summer ) .
Uh, okay.
So the big flaw with the watch is
You couldn’t figure it out? Okay, it doesn’t fit a 6 1/2 inch wrist properly. If you need additional explanation let me know.
Do you have any watches that have sentimental value to you? I have an older Wittenhauer that means a lot to me.
Yes. 🤙🤙
Wrist curls Tony! I tried on the 54 a couple weeks ago. It seemed too small after wearing my Batman daily. However today I tried on the Santos Dumont XL wow it looks great on (side profile in mirror) could be my next one
Santos is a beautiful watch!
The only thing I would change on this watch is make the minute track slightly longer
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Nice watch, but it's a tad too small. At 38-40 mm, would be perfect
Get a BB58. Perfect size for you.
I have the same issue with allot of watches. The only watch that fits me hot or cold is the Rolex Explorer 114270 with the pressed clasp. Love it.
Very cool! 🤙🤙
@@talkingtimepieceswithtony i fought with my BB58’s bracelet for a year to make it fit. Ended up giving up on it and got an uncle straps jubilee, it fit’s awesome 😎
Thank god mine fits cause I need it to fit. I’m a 7 and a half wrist.
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I don't understand this. Why couldn't you loosen that all the way forward adjustment without adding the link back in?
The watch is either too tight or too loose. If you had the watch and a 61/2 inch wrist you would understand.
@@talkingtimepieceswithtony I think I get it. I had the same problem with the Glycine Combat Sub 36 butterfly clasp. No microadjustments so either too tight or too loose. Solution was putting it on a strap.
But isn’t it just a Rolex homage watch?
If you want to call it that, it’s your prerogative.
It’s a very cool watch Tony. I did want it. But two small for my wrist. 40mm, 42mm. Maybe they will bring a bigger size one day.
Definitely try the 58.
@dellwright1407 will try the BB58 👍.
Does adding a link help?
You can get a 1/2 link. That apparently works. 🤙🤙
Thanks for another episode
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Love the 54! If you could choose one watch for the rest of your life under 10k which one would it be?
Good question. I’ll add that to my next q&a.
@@talkingtimepieceswithtony thanks, looking forward to it! Maybe even a 3 watch collection for 10k as well would be fantastic 👌🏽
Get the new BB with the maroon bezel. METAS certified. Excellent watch.
I thought I was only person with 6.5 wrist - I love the new submariner fit as well as the batgirl - the are perfect for 6;5
I can’t argue with that! 🤙🤙
Same problem here
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it’s a cheaper Rolex. Fine first watch.
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First :)
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Its shockingly small/thin and light when you first hold it.
I think a lot of people that went on and on about wanting a smaller Tudor passed on it.
The link thing is odd. The BB54 would need links out, yet a BB41 fits out of the box!
Yeah, I agree.
The difference in lug to lug and link lenght between the '54 and 41 Heritage in relation to your particular wrist just happens to work better in your case.
@@notDonaldFagen I do not get how that's a thing.
A bigger watch is for bigger wrists, so logically I should need to buy an extra link for a smaller watch, not a bigger one I would have expected.
Quite a few watches seem to fit me out of the box these days, whereas historically I always have a link or two out.
@@wristopia4101 lug to lug is 46mm vs 50.1mm. So yes, that will have effect on how the bracelet is adjust for the same wrist. The cases take a up a different amount of circumference of your wrist. The length of the links is the same. So lug to lug will impact how many links and which micro adjust setting is used.
@@notDonaldFagen But they are completely different watches and bracelets!
If you eat more food it will probably fit better.
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Finding the best fit is tricky business and I know exactly what you're talking about. The Uncle Seiko half link should fix you right up.
One of the best features of the T-fit clasp is the ability to adjust while on wrist. Good purchase Tony. Too small for me, but a excellent offering from Tudor.
Thanks man. 🤙🤙
Have you tried taking another link out, then using the adjustment in the clasp?
Yea, that’s what I was talking about.
Tudor is a fake Rolex 😂😂😂😂😂😂
You’re funny. Not.
Rolex owns Tudor. Nothing fake about it's heritage and design. What's fake is your knowledge in watches.
@@MetalsForBrunch Tudor fanboy spotted 😂😂😂😂 How about this. Tudor is a poor man’s Rolex 😂😂😂😂😂 Yea I know Rolex owns Tudor 😜 that means Rolex is pimping you 😂😂😂😂😂
@@talkingtimepieceswithtony Utuber Tudor fanboy spotted😂😂😂😂How much Tudor paying you😂😂😂😂
@@SIZZO76 You don't need to be a fan of any brand to have common sense in watches. You make Rolex fans look quite immature and not classy at all.
6 mins in b4 he sort of spits it out ,Jeez Louise, some people just go on and on and on
Not my fault you have No attention span.
Why do a watch RUclips at all
Lame troll comments like yours keep me motivated.