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As I said elsewhere, I’m not a fan of this particular look, though I expect that a LOT of people in the market for an Explorer type watch will gravitate towards this piece.  Tudor is really pushing hard to regain its position of having analogue models to compete with big brother Rolex for their entire product range.

What‘s more interesting to me is that they’re using the T-Fit again, meaning that it’s likely to become standard on all future Tudor models, but it’s a different variation from the one on the BB Pro, using the Tudor wordmark, instead of the shield logo.  They need to get that clasp consistent across their lines.

Tudor will sell a ton of these and it will be the gateway drug for any into the luxury class. 
 

$800 USD cheaper than BB58 with same movement and slightly smaller package. 

This is the model I saw yesterday.  The “6” and “9” numerals look like they were drawn by a 4th grader.  The “1” and “2” numerals that make up the 12 are oddly spaced and mismatched.  It’s a poor execution of the dial layout.  I don’t think I could look at this every day. 

Looks like a homage to explorer I. :)

It definitely is a let down. It's like they are trying to be what Rolex used to be, and Rolex is trying to push upmarket.

Not impressed. Literally they need to stop making homage Rolex pieces.

Totally agree. Why didn’t they make a new North Flag? Something “theirs“ 

it is a good looking watch, but not a thrill

I’m honestly surprised this watch isn’t going over better. I get being disappointed they didn’t do something splashier, but I really like this thing. The numbers are pretty rounded, but how that makes them look like they were drawn by a child I have no idea. 
As to it being a Rolex homage, it’s kinda hard to argue that one. But here’s the thing. There are several Rolex watches I really like the look of, but either can’t or won’t buy. The Explorer is in the ”won’t“ category because I can’t stomach paying that much more than the manufacturer priced the watch at. And even if I had $50k lying around, I wouldn’t buy a Daytona. I won’t buy something that will make me want to keep checking it’s value. Like what if prices collapse back to MSRP and I’m rocking a $50k watch. It’s just too much. 
So i find myself I need of an homage. But not just any homage, because I don’t like homages. The thing is, because of the association between the companies, I find I don’t mind Tudor doing homages. There’s a (to me) legit reason for them doing this. And let’s face it, we’ll all be ok without another Swiss brand pumping out original $3,000 watches. 

What thekris said...

Just like OP mentioned. It’s nice but not a thrill 

Didn't know that it uses the BB58 movement.  Yes that would definitely be a good buy since it's chronometer rated. I guess the only difference would be that the BB58 is a diver watch.