Is your BB58 a tool watch?

My BB58 is my most expensive watch, but I wear it like any other. I do baby most of my watches, except the G-Shocks, but the occasional light scratch or ding does happen, and that’s ok. 

I think that the question is not about the watch itself, but about how much the owner values the effort he applied to get/purchase that object.

For some people, getting a few thousand dollars scratched is unworthy of their attention.

I own one and in my case,  I know the amount of work I had to do to get this watch, and also know all the other things I could have done with this money, so, taking care of it is something that is worth it for me. But of course, that is only MHO.

Side note, according to the World Bank, that watch costs more money than 55% of the working human population makes in 1 year.

I understand completely that point of view. ( I end tend to pass own to my daughter, it was a wedding gift from my wife)

Do you think the scratches and dings make for part of your watches story? 

Is the care you are willing it, part of that story?

That is a very noble thing to do. Congratulations!

I think that the most important part is WHAT IS the story you want to tell her and then the condition of the watch will only corroborate that.

Story 1: My father takes care of the things he values. He bought this watch 25 years ago and it still looks new. He also took care so much of me that I become the person I am today. ...or something.....

Story 2: My father is a hard-working man, he used this watch to work every day for the last 25 years and it shows how hard he worked to take care of me. ...or something.....

I like it brother!!!

The way a watch should be enjoyed 

I'm getting my money's worth. But opt for others when I'm going to be more active. 

Love it!  
100% what’s is designed for.  I’ve got the range as well… 1x 5k, 1x 2k, 1x 1k … and they all get equally whacked around.  Not doing this to flip - so all good! 😀

I dont wear it for really rough things like sport or hiking etc. reason is I don’t want it to get bashed badly because I love to wear it at work. And it works better with a shirt if it looks clean. Obviously it has scratches on the clasp. But which desk diver doesn’t have that..

For most daily use, yes. I recently needed to pick a watch or two for traveling - BB 58 for general every day and G Shock, as emergency or abuse use! I found the black bay a perfect companion, not too big or small, not too flash, just a well-styled, solid and well-finished comfortable watch. One of the favourites in the collection.

Lots written here . Very good thoughts.  It comes down to budget for me. To some people the price of this watch is a simple transaction.  To others it's way out if reach. Putting price aside, this watch is tough as nails and built as a specific tool. This piece can take a lot. Once you purchase the watchbis yours to do as you wish. If you want to wear it daily & for all activities that's cool! Tudor will love the endorsement!

This. Mine is the 925 so I’m a bit more careful and avoid activity which is more g shock territory or wearing it where the environment might accelerate tarnish (such as a hot tub)

This. Mine is the 925 so I’m a bit more careful and avoid activity which is more g shock territory or wearing it where the environment might accelerate tarnish (such as a hot tub)

This is perfect👏

I should really stay off of watchcrunch because seeing the #tudor BB58 almost every day makes me want to buy one myself even more 😂

Congrats to you owning this amazing watch! 🙌

I don't have a BB58 (yet) but I wear my Tudor GMT almost everywhere (just not when I'm mowing the lawn or doing heavier lawn work/ which the rationale I used on my wife for getting a Seiko beater which I love). 

The Tudor is one of my daily do everything watches which I first justified because it's a tool watch but, come to think of it, is silly b/c until I started collecting (later in life), I wore my "dress" watch daily for 20+ years but my "dress" watch was a 2 toned DJ (so not really a dress watch but a hybrid dress AND casual watch/ at least that's how it was sold at the time). 

As with anything, it's your watch so do what you are comfortable doing. If a scratch or three will cause you angst, keep it safer and enjoy it in more serene pastimes.   

I try to be really careful with all of my watches, but I also like the idea of being able to wear them without having  to baby them. I'm not one of those people who look at scratches as "adding character". As far as I'm concerned, I'd prefer to keep my watches scratch free, but the reality of using them is that they will get the occasional scratch. That's just part of the hobby, but it doesn't mean that I need to like it.

I have a desk job, so the dreaded desk driving scratches on the bracelet clasp are inevitable. That's one of the reasons that I tend to keep my BB58 on the fabric strap, in addition to the comfort.

As with most of my watches, I tend to be careful until the first scratch appears. Occasionally I will knock into doorknobs and table corners. During COVID, I have accumulated my fair share of scratches at the clasps from brushing against the work table top. After that, scratches will be part of the unique design. Every major scratch will have its own story. Luckily my BB58 has survived without any major scratches. I don’t wear it when I am working at the computer as I tend to wear it only when I go outdoors. It wears so well and is so easy to match. 😀

The BB58 is a beautiful watch that is versatile and fairly tough, so it's wonderful that you get to enjoy it every day. I just couldn't justify the cost of a Tudor, so I have the <$100 Invicta 1953 as a stand-in. I also wear it all the time and treat it as a true tool watch, but for the $88 paid, I really don't worry about it 😎

The Seiko NH35 keeps great time (+1.5 spd last time I tracked it), and if I'm doing something where I don't want to have a bracelet, I have a Casio Duro ($42) on a rubber strap 👍 

Luxury watch by price, but made to be worn. I never understood those who own/collect but don't wear. Cheers on the use and I agree with wear. BB is the Goldilocks size and build for most day to day.

I wear mine everywhere, doing everything minus the gym. 

Unless I’m at work at my labor intensive job, I’m usually wearing my BB58. I don’t baby it and it’s my most expensive watch. It’s a tool watch, it’s meant to be worn like it’s not even there. I love that about it!

short answer : no. 

I have owned a Black Bay 58 since September 2021 (technically July but it had to be serviced under guarantee as the time keeping was bad)

This Black Bay, along with a 1998 Omega Speedmaster, is my most expensive watch and, living in the Parisian area where watch crime happens, I enjoy it mostly in the comfort of my home.

Travelling around the city with the Underground, going to work, running errands, I usually rock my much less recognisable Formex Essence 39, or one of my two Sinn 556s. Or a Casio Duro if I really want a zero stress experience.

I have not bought the BB58 with the intent to flip it for a profit, or turn it into a safe queen. I actually wear it almost daily (part of the 3 watches per day diet), but too many Paul Thorpe videos on Youtube have scared the crap out of me

I think you are right, I don’t have a BB58, but wear my Omega NTTD in a similar way. Chores, visiting friends, working at home & etc. For my trips to DC, NYC, Philly, one of my Citizen EcoDrives will get the call. 

I do like it but the thing is for me there are so many other watches that I can get that have more of an experience and pleasure wearing. But if thats your thing then thats your thing and no one can say otherwise