Tudor Black Bay GMT vs. Rolex GMT-Master Comparison
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Tudor Black Bay GMT vs. Rolex GMT-Master Comparison

By amanico · Feb 16, 2023 · 31 replies
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Nicolas (amanico) initiates a compelling discussion comparing the allure of vintage Rolex GMT-Masters with their modern ceramic counterparts and the popular Tudor Black Bay GMT. His personal deliberation between these iconic GMT watches provides a unique lens through which to explore the evolution of a beloved complication. This article synthesizes community insights, offering diverse perspectives on collecting strategies and aesthetic preferences within the GMT watch segment.

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I only own the vintage one, for the moment, but I will happily add the Tudor Black Bay GMT and one GMT Ceramic ( still deliberating which one ). 




The charm and the soul are on the vintage side. But this damn Black Bay GMT is eating my brain, too. 

Best,

Nicolas

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LarsG
Feb 16, 2023

As mentioned above - it would be a no brainer in the 58 case. Enjoy!

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Aquaracer1
Feb 16, 2023

For me , the vintage GMT, it is more charming than the current version, as you noted. Second place is current Rolex GMT. I didn’t know watches can be brain eaters πŸ˜‰

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Watcholic_id
Feb 16, 2023

I couldn't bare the case profile of the BB GMT cheers

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bruckner4
Feb 16, 2023

I waffled too over the Tudor but eventually took the plunge...with the cloth. Well worth it. Sometimes, after wearing one of the 58s for a few days, the larger gmt case seems absolutely justified. Depends on your wrist of course...

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Subexplorer
Feb 16, 2023

... it would be better if Tudor offered it in the 58 case size. You say you are deliberating about the Tudor vs. the newer ceramic Pepsi Rolex. I guess the main thing here is the price difference and availablility but ... though the Tudor is a great piece I feel the Rolex ceramic is the winner here. And the one your collection deserves so you will own the first (6542) and the last of the breed making company to the other vintage GMT you own. I always feel a deep deep pleasure when I view it on m

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Subexplorer
Feb 16, 2023

That’s a marvelous Rolex GMT!! Then… the Tudor could be an excellent choice in the meantime! 😎😎 Abrazos amigo mio!!

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