My First Tudor Watch Collection Overview

Larrykelley11 · 2026-03-19T14:55:44Z

Larrykelley11 shares his first Tudor, the Black Bay F1 Carbon 25. Discover its lightweight comfort, unique dial, and motorsport collaboration.

Larrykelley11's pursuit of the elusive Tudor Black Bay F1 Carbon 25 offers a compelling look into the dedication of luxury watch collectors. His journey, from a global search to a successful acquisition, highlights the thrill of securing a highly sought-after reference. This article delves into his initial impressions and the community's shared enthusiasm for this unique Tudor chronograph.

This is a shout out to GWIS/Jon for giving me his thoughts & impressions on the Tudor Black Bay F1 Carbon 25, it’s much appreciated. I saw this 9 months ago and hoped to be able to acquire it while in Asia late last year. I visited 5 Tudor Boutiques and zero luck, thus began the search here in the US. I was able to negotiate a package with EWC ( Rolex Celebration & C25 ) and it arrived this week. I can tell already, it’s going to become a favorite.

I’m looking forward to wearing it at the Monaco F1 2027, if the Boss hasn’t commandeered it by then!

Super comfortable and crazy lite at less than 80 grams

Key Points from the Discussion

The 'minty fresh' dial and its interplay with the black case and blue accents are key aesthetic highlights, contributing to the watch's overall appeal.
The comfort of the Tudor Black Bay F1 Carbon 25 is a significant feature, with one contributor noting initial buckle discomfort that resolved over time, possibly due to strap stretching.
The Tudor Black Bay Chrono 'Carbon 25' is explicitly branded as a motorsport collaboration, specifically tied to the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team, adding to its collector appeal.
The experience of attending the Monaco F1 race is anticipated to be as much about the atmosphere of the location as the race itself, enhancing the watch's association with a prestigious event.
The thread also features an image of a Black Bay chronograph with blue stitching, suggesting alternative strap options that complement the watch's design.

The Discussion

Vetnov

Mar 19, 2026

I’m a big fan of the Black Bay chronograph 👍

pkonos

Mar 19, 2026

Love it! Great that it's super light and comfortable, too.

penfriend

Mar 19, 2026

Didn’t know this version 🙏

Larrykelley11

Mar 19, 2026

The tough part is choosing just one!

Marc Obermann

Mar 19, 2026

What is it that they say you always remember your first ) Wear and enjoy it in good health. Marc

quattro

Mar 19, 2026

Nice looking Tudor. Best, Emmanuel

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