BB58 issues : Should I buy one? Anyone have one without any issues?

Dochorahan

I've been eyeing the BB58 for a few years. Always wanted one, but held back for a number of reasons. I've been reading a lot of reports of Tudor QC issues and that worries me. Reports of the MT5402 movement just stopping less than a year from purchase, or indices falling off the dial, or the lume pip falling off the bezel insert. I live near Dallas RSC and never used them before, but having them local, and the 5 year warranty makes me feel better about purchasing a BB58.

I would like to hear the stories of people that have had the BB58 for years with no issues. I just want a reliable small-ish dive watch to accompany my 3861 Speedy. Should I be worried with the alarmingly high number of QC issues for a $4k watch? Or should I go with my heart and just get it...and deal with the consequences lol.

#bb58 #tudor #qc #diverwatches
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watchbeans
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Have both the black and blue one for years now, no issues for both on my end. If you’re worried you can buy a secondhand that’s been running fine for a while?

SUSFU303
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If it were my money? I'd buy one. Oh wait, already did! Purchased mine from AD just shy of 2 years ago and have had zero issues. The MT5402 movement is an accuracy champ, averaging +0.1 spd over 195 days of wear (per Watch Tracker app).

gbelleh
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I‘ve had mine for a year and a half with no issues (except wishing the bracelet had the t-fit clasp). It’s still running like new and looks great.

YourIntruder
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I have had mine since late summer 2020. There has been no issues except some trash talk from @Porthole and @Aurelian.

AllTheWatches
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I have three various 58s dating back 5 years or so. No issue and all keep great time.

SpecKTator
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Get it

TimeCop
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No issues here. My favourite watch.

Sinnguy
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I bought my BB58 blue from the AD in 2021. I think it's the best watch I own. And I own a Speedy 3861 too.

TomatoBass
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I’ve had my BB58 for 4 years. Looks great, runs great still!

KCSpike
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My BB58 is as solid as a rock

Davemcc
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I haven’t had any issues with my BB58 but I wish I had waited another year before buying. I think it’s well worth the upgrade to get the Pelagos 39.

Dochorahan
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Sinnguy

I bought my BB58 blue from the AD in 2021. I think it's the best watch I own. And I own a Speedy 3861 too.

Fantastic! I think I’ll get the bb58! 😬

watchlover81
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I have the BB58 bronze and never had any issues. The watch is a bit more than 1 year old and so far so good. No complaints. The BB series is great!

MFlint
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I was going to ask the same question.

jjll849
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Acquired both BB GMT and BB58 Navy from the local AD over 2 years ago. The GMT developed the well known date jump issue and was fixed under warranty. The BB58 Navy is flawless.

As a result the GMT has departed from my collection.

BadgeHoarder
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My BB58 also had no issue.

Cdfaltz
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I don’t have the 58 but the GMT and haven’t had any issues in almost two years. I bought in July 2021.

Love my watch and have put it through its paces…so if it breaks probably more my fault than Tudor. 😂🤣😂

Dochorahan
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Thanks everyone. That makes me feel a lot better. I just ordered a gently used BB58 blue with bracelet and warranty card with time remaining. Really excited!!!

Lbakken
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I can’t speak to the BB, but I have two Pelagos(es?) and a Ranger. All positive here.

Dochorahan
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Got it! Running a bit slow at around -5 seconds a day but fine for now. I have the warranty so if it gets any worse I can bring it in to RSC.

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