The Tudor Black Bay 54: What Reviewers DON'T SAY! (3 months of owning)

The Tudor Black Bay 54: What Reviewers DON'T SAY! I have owned my Tudor Black Bay 54 for 3 months now... And I have some thoughts! There are still a lot of things I love about this watch - I wear it A LOT! And a few new things I love and don't love have come to light after wearing this for a while. Here are some of the things reviewers DON'T say about the Tudor Black Bay 54: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.

HOW TO GET IN TOUCH WITH ME:

TIME STAMPS:
0:00-0:39 - Intro
0:40-1:52 - Specifications & Wearability
1:53-3:49 - The Good
3:50-6:55 - The Bad
6:56-8:22 - The Ugly
8:23-8:39 - Outro
8:40-9:16 - Thank You Patrons!

[thomasstrange]

Hoping they do the smaller version of the ranger in the next few years. The 54 is definitely on my list, with this smaller size, finishing, clasp, and movement.

[peteking]

I took a chance at Heathrow Airport, popped in before going to a lounge a few weeks ago, low and behold they had one, bought it on the spot, fits perfectly. 6.5" wrist.

Already scratched it of course, but hey, it already has some good stories.

On the pip issue, all good as well, however I did notice the pip was out on a P39 in store when I was comparing with th BB54.

[baohable]

Your timing is impeccable, I was just dreaming about this watch 😅

[BIllyleung]

Same here having both BB54 and BB58. I just change the strap with the BB58 into even more casual look and then it’s fine. No need to struggle which one to wear depending on the dress code.

[patrickhartmann]

I have both the 54 and 58 and for me, the 54 is the perfect sized watch as I prefer thinner 36-38mm cases on my 6.5” wrist. I also love the 54’s more truly vintage look. That said, it doesn’t feel as sporty or “divery” as the 58. So for something more elegant and vintage, 54. For a more sporty presence, the 58.

[dsww]

The lume on my bb54 has like 1/2 the brightness of that of my 2017 bb36.

[sharktrb]

BB54 blue dial will be a banger. Hope they make one . Love the content btw

[davenordsieck]

I’ve tried this on, and it is a THIN 11.9mm - wears so nicely, yet certainly does not feel fragile.

T-Fit is excellent; they need to roll it out on all their watches. They still need to offer half links so you can correctly size the bracelet and still take full advantage of the range of adjustment. Thankfully UncleStrap makes half links. That solved the issue for me on my Pro, but Tudor just needs to offer these.

They also need to drop the faux rivets. The nicest thing anyone ever says about them is “they aren’t that offensive - you end up forgetting they are there.” There are no defenders. Drop em!

[CM]

Late to the show! But I’m a fan of the 54, on the rubber strap. The size for me is perfect, I think a watch is all about proportions and I find best proportions on a watch is always around the 36mm to 38mm. Above 40mm and the proportions are just not attractive to me.

[RedwoodAggie]

Great review, as usual. The 54 is really a great release. I've tried it on the wonderful rubber strap. While I ended up finding it a bit small for my 7.25" wrist and looking like a toy diver in a full mirror photo at the AD, it does wear bigger than 37mm would imply. I think for a lot of non-giants out there, it will be a nice compact wearing experience. I saw it on the wrist of an owner at Windup Chicago on a not quite as big wrist/person and it looked brilliant. I hope Tudor will add those refinements to the BB58 in the next year or two, especially T-fit. I implore people to go by more than specs and actually try on watches if possible. The same diameter watch can wear very differently. As for me, the Pelagos 39 wears like a great compact diver on my wrist, reminiscent of a vintage Sub, which I also tried on recently. If Tudor releases a blue Pelagos 39, I pity my wallet.

[endusima]

Scary story: My Bb54 had a misaligned lume pip and Tudor refused to fix it stating that it was "within error margins". My AD even asked them twice to clarify since The pip was misaligned by quite alot. In the end the AD decided to change the insert free of charge since they thought it was ridicolous.

[Youcantleavethisempty]

I owned one for a week. It lacked any personality or distinguishing characteristics. The lack of weight didn't feel like a $4k watch. Quickly sold and realized what I realize over and over ... ROLEX OR BUST.

[Timjacks]

Aunty Britt, I have always liked your Blue BB 58 😉

[Magicalphototour]

Excellent review. Mine is perfectly aligned with 12 marker. I have owned Tudor smiley, Non smiley, 58 tudor and now 54. I find 54 the best because I have 6 and 3/4 inch wrist. Also what I have observed is 54 is much more scratch resistant than other black bays. Not sure if Tudor has played around with the alloy or something. However your’s is nice review and to the point.
The British guy review is good but too long and the dragging of coffee into every video makes it less appealing 😮.

[EDHBlvd]

I prefer the 58 myself. Especially in the blue.

[markjonz]

I think I want it. I’ve tried it on three times already

[jcb]

Yes! Finally, us wonderful, beautiful, fabulous watch nerds appreciate the throwback sign-off. Gringa forever!

[kodiakc]

I dont think you came off wrong at all too your friend or his channel though the apology was nice and sincere.

Britt you along with Mad Watch Collector, and Time Teller are my favorite watch channels hands down. Your laid back style of speaking and apparent sincere joy of this hobby make these videos medicinal for my mental health. I have schizophrenia and these kind of things (having to do with watches) keep me grounded !

Much love and respect

Benji

[dpactestaccount]

Jeez you gave me a little heart attack with that mis aligned pip that I hurried out of the shower to check mine. Glad enough mine doesn’t seem misaligned. I do agree with the faux rivets. But not something that would bother me too much once I get the rubber strap for it.

[talarnaadams]

Heya Britt was watching just now another old vid about the harrods bb and was thinking how about a refresh with the Tudor rose and the smiley face, and just thought now when you said it, add the 54! 😎