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.
@@hemantishwaran5741 I called Watches of Switzerland with the part number. I told them that I had just bought the Ranger on a leather strap, since they really wanted to know the model number, etc of the watch. I was getting the distinct feeling that had I told them it was for the BB58 that they would not have ordered it for me.
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.
I tried this on again the other day and I really like it. It just needs a T-fit clasp to be perfect. Oh, and blue lume too! I am seriously considering buying it. Cheers for the video.
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.
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. 😊
@@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.
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
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.
@@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.
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).
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.
@@tricky92x that does sound like an ideal setup
Where did you purchase the Ranger bracelet from? Did you ever try the Forstner bullet bracelet?
@@hemantishwaran5741 I called Watches of Switzerland with the part number. I told them that I had just bought the Ranger on a leather strap, since they really wanted to know the model number, etc of the watch. I was getting the distinct feeling that had I told them it was for the BB58 that they would not have ordered it for me.
Had the half link fitted recently fits perfectly now
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.
@@thetrentmeister it really is a great watch!
I tried this on again the other day and I really like it. It just needs a T-fit clasp to be perfect. Oh, and blue lume too!
I am seriously considering buying it. Cheers for the video.
Best value pre owned!
I love mine. Got the black as well
That's awesome! I love the black one too.
Same here, i just had to have both
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.
@@rjames7941 awesome, that’s great to know!
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. 😊
@@GKK1963 thanks for the reassurance!
@@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.
@@mtbbiker6401 Yes, I believe you are correct! The crown pop is designed to disengage from the stem. Thank you for the clarification! 👍
I’ve gots the GMT. Love it.
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
@@saswineey awesome, that’s a great idea!
Where’d you get the half links?
@@Ferien7 Uncle Seiko is the only one I know who makes them.
Why use two half links? Wouldn’t that be equal to one full size link?
@@DistinctMason 🤔solid point there!
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.
Just posted regarding the Ranger bracelet. It's absolutely perfect on this watch, and elevates the overall package.
I’m going to order the T-fit they came out with for the BB58 GMT to fix the band
@@BlakeAStoffel 👍
always a great watch❤
I am watching videos to either get this or the BB41 , the only thing holding me back from getting this is the faux rivets….
@@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.
Another option for the bracelet is the Forstner bullet bracelet. Tapers nicely, great clasp, with ample micro-adjustments (not on the fly though)
@@hemantishwaran5741 Thanks! I will check that one out.
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
@@Chris_BQ just took a look at it. Very cool, thanks for sharing!
Could you add the t fit clasp to this bracelet ?
@@baburadil456 not sure. That would definitely be an improvement for the fitting. According to Google, it’s compatible.
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).
Where on the watch is the ceramic insert you mentioned?
@@planettudor I misspoke and revised it in the description.
@reid.bailey850 Nice review and very nice watch. I will certainly buy one in black
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?
Probably the 41MM... way different watch.
The insert ant ceramic
@@georgescott6124 yes sir, I know. I misspoke and updated the description. Love the matte aluminum look!
Ceramic insert?
I meant to say aluminum.
Tudor Ranger bracelet. Then it’s perfect.
This is a perfect Watch. Not to be "that guy" but the gloves while handling your watch, that is already scuffed, is amusing lol.
@@jonnypescado1 the gloves are strictly for presentation, as my fingernails are not well groomed and I already had them from a prior photo shoot.
I heard P Diddy hated Tudor watches...
@@mikeb7111 nowhere near flashy enough for piece of s***!
One ugly watch
@@firstnamelastname-ys3mz 😂 thanks for playing!
One time, an ugly watch saved my life, so don't judge a crow by its feet.