The Tudor Royal: Why Does Nobody Want This Watch?

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A Discussion around the Tudor Royal. Tudor's most recent modern flop that has left many people underwhelmed. Why does nobody want it? From a sturdy build construction to an affordable price point - the finger could point at its design. In an effort to keep up with the current trend of creating an integrated sports watch, Tudor looked to the Rolex Oysterquartz as inspiration and might have overdone it in a few places.
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Intro 0:00
The Problem with Integrated Sports Watches 0:58
Modern Tudor Design and the Tudor Royal 2:04
Tudor Royal Design Inspiration 3:32
Excellent build, Manufacturing, Construction 4:01
Why Does Nobody want the Tudor Royal? 4:44
Closing Thoughts 6:39
Conclusion 7:06
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@ID-Guy Год назад

What are your thoughts on the Tudor Royal? Criminally Underrated or a Royal Flop? 🥃

@forgettmenot Год назад

just a very badly designed day date in my humble opinion.

@lrbrown Год назад

I’ve had the blue day/date 41mm version for a couple of years. Extremely comfortable and I love the dial….. I love it.

@kojiattwood Год назад

It's a weird mish-mash of stylistic choices, like it tried to be all watch designs for all people.

@hellper198 Год назад

The Tudor Royal never spoke to me. To say the it s ugly is unfair, the design can be described is "confused" a hodgepodge of elements from different watch styles.

@dwoodcoffeeco Год назад

The Roman numerals up against a polished+engined turned bezel: ick

@HALAKVISION Год назад

As a 25 y/o living in London and who's favourite brand is Tudor I own both a Royal Date Day Silver dial and BB ceramic, which at my age I am extremely grateful for. I have owned it for a year and I can absolutely say it is a watch for the price that is unchallengable. I completely agree that the watch seems old fashioned in pack shots but on the wrist it's a modern watch undeniably. I can't define why but the feeling of wearing it with a short sleeve outfit is incredible, it feels so special on the wrist. It's just such a cool watch so much so my girlfriend went and bought the ladies size with MOP dial with no influence. I wear to work with a suit and and on the weekend, it covers me on so many occasions. Until you live with it you can't fathom the magic this watch possesses. My final comment is that this is reasonablly well selling watch but it appeals to people who aren't necessarily watch enthusiasts which is why they don't get Internet buzz and I know that they are huge sellers in the asain Market.

@frank327 2 месяца назад

What size did you go for?

@goncalorocha6315 2 месяца назад

I’m 27 and bought mine at 25 also, great watch

@bettersteps Год назад

3:50 ...I own the silver 38mm and could not be happier. An absolute beauty that stays under the radar, yet stands out when finally noticed.

@justinmuir7562 Год назад

Ironically, this watch was originally an east asian market exclusive, however, due to its exceptional popularity Tudor has decided to roll out this collection to more and more retailers in the west. Its definitely a watch better judged in-person. I remember thinking it was hideous at first. Then I saw one irl and tried it on, and I was positively shocked. Its georgous. In-hand all the details just work. I loved it so much I ordered one for myself!

@comeonman7423 Год назад

I think it’s an amazing watch and was so close to choosing the 38mm blue for my wedding. Also I’m suprised it’s not popular as it was one of the waiting list watches. I actually have no idea why this wouldn’t be popular especially as a first luxury watch. Maybe it will have it’s time to shine one day.

@jollyrob Год назад

I have the 41mm blue dial with diamonds - which are small and not too blingy but actually make the dial less busy and more balanced than the roman numerals they replace imo.

@mrszisz1 Год назад

I own black 41mm and I find it great. Imho definitely underrated

@ID-Guy Год назад

Mentioned in an earlier comment, that at one point in the video I say "look at this black dial variant and tell me it isn't great" BUT there was virtually zero quality photos to show it off... I had to cut the line. One of the best models in the collection 🥃

@mrszisz1 Год назад

Heard you. I also find S&G variant w/ black dial amazing.

@MrLebron1988 Год назад

That’s awesome!! Enjoy it ! Beautiful watch !

@jamesrobert4106 Год назад

Likewise. I think it is a superb design.

@pushatsinfrared Год назад

Been looking at the Tudor Royal 38mm after dismissing it for an older Prince Date or OP Date as the idea of getting a luxury integrated bracelet Tudor for less money than either of those go for used really appeals. Really looks fantastic in the flesh or even videos and the product photos do not do it favours at all.

@chi-towncalifornia5916 Год назад

Keep in mind that if the Royal feels like a sales flop in the West, that’s might be due to the fact that it wasn’t primarily designed for this market. It was designed primarily for the East Asian market. I feel like the Royal would be the perfect platform from which Tudor could launch a high accuracy, mechanically-based quartz movement, akin to the Rolex Oysterquartz. Alternatively, with two hands and a solar movement, it would be a fantastic competitor to a ladies’ Omega Constellation.

@UnseenHero Год назад

Listening to the video I had also thought "I wonder if Tudor would consider high accuracy quartz". That'd be wild

@brianc0019 3 месяца назад

Fair comment, I bought one for my Wife. The more I handle it the more I want one for myself.

@TheeBelvedere Год назад

Literally wearing my 41mm blue dial right now. One of my top 3 favorite watches in the collection. Even more than my BLNR

@youcanthandleitt Год назад

I own the Tudor Royal 41mm blue dial and I absolutely love it. The blue dial is stunning and for the price point you’re getting a lot of money for the watch and it’s its own design and I love how it looks. I’ve had it for a year now and it’s definitely my daily wearer! 😍

@frosty4peter Год назад

I wear the 2-tone with the black dial and it's very comfortable on the wrist and also very legible. The design is great imo and also daring. I think it's a sleeper and will be more appreciated in coming years!

@davidc5191 Год назад

Bought one myself a month ago - and I wouldn't say "nobody wants this watch." The version I bought - day/date black dial, no diamonds - was rarely in stock on Jomashop and currently is not in stock. I periodically checked Jomashop for half a year before I found it in stock and bought it, for a great price of around $2500.

@marcgains6605 Год назад

I adore the 38mm in blue around 2 years ago. I bought it as my wedding watch. I tend to wear it a few days a month. The watch in 38mm has a lot versatility. It looks great in a suit and you can wear it with jeans and T-shirt. It gets the odd compliment because it’s “rare” in the wild. I adore the size, and the size got me into a Zenith Chronosport original 38mm. I use to wear divers at 41-44m. It’s also about 38mm and 60-70s design for me. All by accident. Excellent videos as always dude.

@ashleychambers7602 10 месяцев назад

I tried on the Royal while purchasing my BB Chrono and loved it. I don’t like Roman numerals but the diamond set dials have only numerals at 3,6 & 9 so looks much better 👍

@9er.. Год назад

Hell yeah man! Growing up it was Saturday morning cartoons….Now it’s Saturday morning watch videos….Will I never grow up🤣👊. As for the Royal….Add a cyclops and sales would skyrocket. I know I’m a broken record but it’s a matter of time before Tudor starts adding the cyclops to varying modules.

@ID-Guy Год назад

This makes me chuckle 🤣 We will never grow up, brother… embrace it! 🥃

@michaelkenney7279 Год назад

I love my 41mm with the silver dial. It was the perfect watch on my vacation in the Bahamas. For me I wear this watch for business meetings under the cuff, parties, Church, and sometimes to work. It makes a statement in a big way, but the more you look at it and then wear it, other watches start to feel boring. I also like the Day-Date by Rolex and am partial to dressier styles though.

@ArnaudK67 5 месяцев назад

To me this watch is pure class and so much underrated…people claim that it is outdated and old fashioned but this is exactly why it is so cool. Look at the hype around the Vacheron 222. Now put these 2 watches side by side ;-)

@robertocarrillo9919 10 месяцев назад

I Just ordered with my AD the royal 41mm champagne dial, what i love about this watch is exactly what people dont and it is the grandpa-sporty-Vegas feeling, in my opinión it is a watch for someone who love watches, great video, new subscriber now

@Pasta1nc Год назад

I have the 2 tone 41mm with black dial. It really blossoms as you wear it. I dig the aesthetic but your points are certainly valid. I just immediately thought it was way cool. And, the price, for solid gold accompaniments, for a Tudor badge, for the build quality....It's crazy. I really love it. I might just have the grandpa watch when I'm when I'm grandpa aged.

@MattSeesGray Год назад

The links in the bracelet are gold capped though, correct? I have a 1926 and I know the rose gold is not all solid. I believe the bezel is solid rose gold, but I think the bracelet is capped, if I recall correctly. I was really close to grabbing the Royal instead of the 1926, but I just found the 1926 to be a bit more classic. I may end up turning around and buying the Royal too. I love how similar it is to the Rolex Oysterquartz, and I think that someday in the distant future, this will be a highly desirable timepiece.

@Pasta1nc Год назад

@matthewgray5853 capped. Not sure about the 1926, but I'm nearly positive that the 2 tone black bays are only plated/capped. 1926 is a great choice! I try talking my buddy into picking one up all the time.

@frosty4peter Год назад

Exactly you are right!

@dominicrusho Год назад

I recently was in conversation with the manager of a very large AD here in the UK - to my surprise, they told me that the Royal is by far one of the most popular models in the Tudor catalogue with “normal” customers (i.e. non-watch nerds).

@ID-Guy Год назад

Fascinating. Us nerds really are in a bubble and don't take regular buyers into account 😆 It's the affordability aspect that I'm sure many love too. Maybe Tudor will continue to expand the line? Crazy how we instantly think Black Bay is THE watch 🥃

@dominicrusho Год назад

@@ID-Guy Indeed - I think it’s likely a combination of price and the fact that you’ll find a healthy section of Royals in the window of pretty much every AD across the land. Your average customer - who simply wants a nice watch for a special occasion - will probably make a day of watch shopping and intends to purchase something there and then. Most sane people have no time for waiting lists!

@duncanhamilton5841 Год назад

@@dominicrusho There's also the fact that to non-watch types, a Black Bay probably makes no sense - it's thick and chunky, it has a twisty thing on the top of it, and it's not very shiny.

@z06cowboy72 Год назад

Just saw a full Tudor case at the AD yesterday and this watch in blue was the best looking watch in the case.

@stephengarratt8027 Год назад

Yes the blue pops

@ID-Guy Год назад

Those sunbrush blue dials... man, I'm feeling their new Black Bay's (that blue model on jubilee) - blending that sport and dress look in a great way 🥃

@seanjohnson1929 9 месяцев назад

The gold bezels shine beautifully as well

@roripado Год назад

I love my 41 blue with diamonds. The Blue is stunning and the small diamonds make the dial minimalistic.

@kylemcpherson1443 8 месяцев назад

Started off talking about all the dislikes. 😅 i had to sit and bare with it being a fan of the watch. To smoothly transition into the positives of the watch. Truly noble review. Thanks.

@chrisgrieves1468 Год назад

I am a Grand dad, and a Tudor fan. Love my BB58. I really liked the look of this for something a bit different in the collection, but when I tried one on - nothing. For me I thought if the numerals were more crisply defined and 3D that would have made a big difference. They're too Cartier-soft for this watch in my opinion.

@Huwberts_Emporium Год назад

The Royal is my favourite Tudor which is strange because I don't normally like integrated bracelets or roman numerals.. I like the daydate complication but the 41mm is a little too big so I went with a blue 38mm, wearing it now👌

@ID-Guy Год назад

I'm so glad you dig it. That's the joy of our hobby AND the best part, embracing the weirder pieces means that we can actually wear and enjoy them! Your health enjoying it brother 🥃

@erich9882 Год назад

Had the silver dial date-day for over a year and it was fantastic.

@jorge23483 Год назад

I think the Roman numerals are the most common notable and hence clashing elements in the design after the bezel... In my opinion a Tudor Royal version with markers instead of roman numerals or numbers could be a very attractive design. However, I find the two tone models quite attractive, I don't know, I used to dislike gold tone watches but now I'm in my 40's I find the two tone and gold watches attractive 😂.

@larry.l Год назад

I was literally just thinking of this watch wondering why this isn't more popular

@ID-Guy Год назад

I love it when a subject matter resonates with people on both sides. Those who are wondering why it isn't popular (like you and me) and those who have a strong opinion why they aren't keen on them. Thanks for sharing this Larry 😉

@inlandwatchreviews5745 9 месяцев назад

For the price on the second hand market, and the day date functions , this is a desirable watch to own. I love the day date complications .

@Ryan-pu9yw Год назад

ID Guy, I'd love to see one of your mockups of how you'd fix this watch. Maybe rectangle markers. Love your work!

@ID-Guy Год назад

Hindsight, I really should have put some renders together... damn! The ONE time when I don't do it and I've had boatloads of people asking for them 😆 Really appreciate it Ryan, thank you brother 🥃

@Ryan-pu9yw Год назад

@ID-Guy I'm sure it's time consuming. Every time you do one it looks better than the original. You should be contracting for Omega. Cheers from Wisconsin!

@rcsims313 11 месяцев назад

As an American in East Asia, I see Tudor advertised around the city (Shanghai and Hong Kong) often. I came across the Royal recently. I think the integrated style, 70s influence, day/date, and roman numerals are a bit old timey but its precisely what drew me to it. And like you said, on the gray market, I've seen white/silver dials at the $1000 mark. I think this can become my new daily driver.

@jeremypitotti6654 Год назад

I purchased the 38mm date version with blue sun burst dial last year. I have collected over the years a mixed bag collection, mostly divers of nature. This little watch is a pleasure to wear and your review nails it! I bought it because there were so many reminders of 70s/80s design elements and the accuracy is a cracking +1 a day, coupled to a very fair price tag it’s a winner for me.

@ID-Guy Год назад

Thank you for sharing this with us Jeremy and your health to enjoy it! 🥃

@jerry2294 Год назад

Have the same 38mm blue and have had many complements with it, goes under the shirt cuff nicely and love the 1926 as well.

@stevetrotter6584 Год назад

I bought the black dial version 41mm because I'm a grandad ! It's elegant and a winner as a dress watch. I'm surprised you didn't mention the movement -" only" a Sellita calibre T 603 as I hear many say they should have used their in house calibre but I was happy to pay 2300€ rather than 3500+€. This piece has a quality build - a dial that "pops" - a comfortable bracelet. But I'm just a grandad 🤓

@whereRbearsTeeth Год назад

He did mention the movement…

@ID-Guy Год назад

"It's the kind of watch a grandad would wear" That was a lucky one on my end 😉🥃

@stevetrotter6584 Год назад

@@ID-Guy Tokai guitars vs Gibson - it's a bit like Tudor vs Rolex 😎

@KeepingWatchUK Год назад

@@stevetrotter6584 Epiphone vs Gibson would be a much better analogy

@nasidctg 10 месяцев назад

I have the blue 41mm. I adore it. One of my best watches. It's a tudor day date under 2600$. That in its self is fascinating ❤️

@DizConstruction Год назад

Purchased the date/day two tone black diamond dial a year ago & it is my go to daily. Truly enjoy this watch more than my Rolex. Unique design. Could be worn dressed up or down. Respectable watch but doesn’t bring the same attention & questions as the Rolex. Highly recommend. Value rentention is very good (depending on combination) as well compared to other watches in its class.

@user-ly6rg2bx7q Год назад

Got the 38mm blue and love it, only criticism no micro adjustment.

@downsouth1678 Год назад

Royals are great, I sold the one I had before and egreyed it , I just ordered another one yesterday at my AD I had the blue 38 before now I placed in the order for the salmon 38 . I just love how comfortable and luxurious it looks

@kappc2014 Год назад

Wife has a ladies one with a diamond mop dial and it looks amazing on her. She got me a silver 38 in return and it’s a nice watch that feels great.

@karleintracht4958 Год назад

I've been lusting after the Royal 38mm for months. Pre-owned just makes so much sense here. It has a timeless class. Honestly, I believe this will become more desirable than the North Flag over time due to its odd lack in popularity.

@svenbruder9977 11 месяцев назад

I have the royal 38 black dial 18k bezel and crown…love it!

@marcgirard7551 Год назад

Great discussion and analysis. I can't get excited for this Tudor Royal because of exactly what you said: it's too "Grand-dad." I actually think Tudor could get a lot of excitement out this watch from female clientelle by introducing a two-tone rose gold model with a chocolate dial, date-only.

@georgehave Год назад

A beautiful offering. Possibly a way to celebrate the new King. Personally I prefer mesh, the best of both worlds. My Tag Link is the most comfortable bracelet I have worn.

@dannyg6592 Год назад

Well said! I completely agree with you that the integrated bracelet sports watch is a tired, worn out trend. This genre of watch does absolutely nothing for me. The Royal is not my cup of tea (and looks a bit dated to my eyes), but at least it is reasonably priced and somewhat unique - not just another boring, generic, overpriced integrated bracelet sports watch. Love your design thoughts and your channel!

@ID-Guy Год назад

The irony? I made a video this week on the Tissot PRX and mention how a "simple" formula can be handled extremely well. But for us (you and me) these designs just don't grab us. There's faaaar much more fun to be found in so many other categories. Turtle cases, Tonneau's etc etc 😉 Really appreciate it Danny, thank you brother 🥃

@GunGlutton 9 месяцев назад

I just picked up the 41 salmon, it’s a great watch for a florida lifestyle

@anthonyhyba261 Год назад

Not really sure why it is not liked. It’s a Tudor, integrated, gold, diamonds and at a great price. Thanks for bringing it to the front of many eyes. I like it.

@mdv69 Год назад

its definitely opened my eyes to a watch i would of not looked at. tbh i couldnt care less about what other brands have done, i like this and adds another contender for my next purchase.

@h.l6344 Год назад

I was close to buying the black and gold Tudor Royal day date dial but changed my mind and got vintage Rolex day date 36mm instead 😅 Just think the Tudor royal is missing something very blank around the 6 o clock mark. Also, the small date window kinda looks too minimal 🤔

@rolandm5636 Год назад

The 41mm Day-Date is always sold out at the Tudor boutique where I shop.

@ID-Guy Год назад

Fascinating! One of the few Tudors that we can find in displays yet they are popular! Thanks for sharing this Roland 🥃

@mrszisz1 Год назад

I’m waiting for over a year now for 28mm ordered for my wife

@ColinLack Год назад

I love the Royal and if I could afford one I would grab it especially in a smaller size if they offered the day date on those models.

@theenavybluemonster Год назад

Overall, I’m not a fan of integrated bracelets. Replacing the Roman numerals for stick markers would help. I like the engine turned bezel.

@slayergut Год назад

In Asia, this watch has a major waitlist at almost all the ADs here especially for the popular colours.

@ID-Guy Год назад

Thank you for sharing this! I've been seeing more and more that these are huge in Asia (Tudor's original market for the Royal) Really fascinating how the interest differs all over the world 🥃

@slayergut Год назад

@@ID-Guy Its really down to the cultural nuances. In Asia, we aren't as "progressive", and there's a stronger value mindset. So things like yellow gold are extremely popular compared to steel/RG/WG, the low entry price into luxury brands also do extremely well. Additionally we typically do not shy away from unique or loud designs because in most countries where people can afford these watches, robberies rates are quite low relative to eu/us. An OP here would be considered way too boring.

@JohnSmith-gb6tg 2 месяца назад

So many critics gaga about Tissot PRX Powermatic 80, which I find extremely dull and plain. I happened to haphazardly came across Tudor Royal and Tudor 1926, I can't believe how affordable they are compared to its daddy company watches. Royal is on top of my list, a classic and classy watch to wear daily without fanfare, and that's how I like it. I have a 36mm Cartier Ballon de Bleu , it's still in a box, lol.

@michaelgallagher3575 10 месяцев назад

I bought this watch in May 2023. It is a great watch>Keeps perfect time.

@markusopel5773 Год назад

I think the bezel is definitely sportier and more interesting than on the Rolex equivalent. Have never been attracted to integrated bracelet watches, but this watch as an entire package in blue and 38 mm has a sporting elegance and an interesting tension between classic design in the form of Roman numerals, and sportyness in the form of the bezel and bracelet, tied together by a perfect blue that is both elegant and sporty, that could make me buy it.

@DWilliam1 Год назад

I almost bought one. They’re pretty nice. My issue is that I need the larger one and I don’t like the look of the day on the dial. They don’t offer just the date in the larger size.

@ID-Guy Год назад

I forgot to mention that the simple Date variation aren't as prominent in their collection. It's a pity and I bet they'd be more popular 🥃

@DWilliam1 Год назад

@@ID-Guy yup

@vipinsuriya007 5 месяцев назад

I absolutely like this watch. Definitely worth the money and is super underrated.

@jamesrobert4106 7 месяцев назад

I own a black dial 41 and love that it is so divisive.

@opey6 Год назад

To me, the issue with this range is the size. I have smaller wrists, so I quite love watches that are 38mm or less. I would be interested in one of these, IF they made the date-day version in 36mm. But at 41mm, it’s just too large for me.

@joaquinbarreto9398 10 месяцев назад

Frankly owning numerous pieces throughout the years going up to 10K this in my opinion is the best watch for the money. Comfort is 10/10, fit and finish is 9.5/10 at $2500 nothing touches it. It’s as comfortable as my New speedmaster pro and that’s impressive. I personally think the style is timeless, classic, and handsome. A piece that in 50 years will still look nice. Look no further this is the best kept secret in the watch industry. I can dress it in a T-shirt and jeans or throw on a suit. The beautiful blue sun burst dial is gorgeous.

@alexandermacleod9877 Год назад

I really enjoyed this video

@Yorkshiremadmick Год назад

I think it pays more of a nod to the early Rolex Day Date and with the oyster case. I do like the Blue Dial

@johnnychen235 Год назад

Was waiting eagerly for the re-design…

@davids1194 Год назад

I absolutely love it. Where are these second-hand bargains you speak of?

@emiliogarromena9563 Год назад

I got one Royal, and one year later i still love The bracelet its super confort , and looks like a 10 k Watch

@chiefofthewatch 9 месяцев назад

I have one and it is great!

@jeffreykane1407 Год назад

I actually love this watch in the 38mm variant, which, btw is an excellent and under-offered size in the category of "affordable" integrated bracelet sport watches. I've been saying all along that the value here is off the charts and that Tudor's nod to the Oysterquartz is actually a good thing. Who else, if not Tudor has the right to make that claim anyway? Yes, it's a bit of a mess with the engine turned bezel (but again, who if not Tudor - Rolex isn't even offering it these days) and the Roman numerals - but here is where, if they do lean in, they have options. Tudor should blow open the dial offerings much like Rolex has done with the Datejust over the decades: concentric, anyone? How about circularly arrayed Arabic numerals? I'm in the Criminally Underrated camp.

@AbdulRWatches Год назад

I think it is definitely a good alternative for people who want a Datejust but don't want to pay its price.

@juliano.1867 Год назад

I owned a Tudor Prince Date Day, the best Rolex Day Date alternative. The Royal seems like a good watch, but I just can't get over it.

@ID-Guy Год назад

Next to the Prince, the Royal looks very "out there" - sadly I don't think Tudor could recreate models like the Prince today, because of big brother. This is their more alternative take, but man... it's polarising 🥃

@Sleeken1 Год назад

As some have said - its the roman numerals for me that date the design in an undeseriable way and make it too busy. The alpine eagle used a more modern typography. Agree that the quality of the watch is fantastic for the price

@raiderdrew988 5 месяцев назад

Pure class well made

@ryanbrown4259 Год назад

100% agree. As a Tudor owner several times over this one doesn't get the love...if it had sick indicies and no day date I think it would get more attention.

@ID-Guy Год назад

Funny to think that we're asking them to have more restraint for a change? 😆🥃

@sergiojacome 10 месяцев назад

I want One! Love the 38 size... even more cause is underrated... love the steel with blue dual... but the s&g with chocolate dial is growing in me...

@seanjohnson1929 9 месяцев назад

I love my steel gold 38mm black dial. I'd love to get to see the chocolate in person just for fun

@jxp3632 Год назад

ive owned the 41mm black dial for a year and i can confidently say ive loved wearing it. its sporty and its blingy. its bezel actually reflects light quite a lot, a smooth bezel option (which a lot of ppl THINK would look better on this model) would make this model less tasteful. One of my favourite aspect of this watch is that it's almost a Frankie, just offered officially by Tudor. There's quite a bit of fun spotting similar elements of the Royal from vintage Rolex and vintage Tudor (and maybe from other Genta designs). It also matches my lifestyle. I'm a grad student in STEM doing chemical lab works. I NEED date&day windows for my lab works. For me, an elegant tank of a watch.

@EDHBlvd Месяц назад

I wish they could make the Day/Date work on the 38mm version. The 41mm is kind of large due to the case shape.

@cliffwheeler7357 Год назад

Three minutes in there is a pic of the watch under discussion with a beautiful cream coloured dial. Is that version in the catalog? Personally I think it looks amazing.

@seanjohnson1929 9 месяцев назад

At 2:28 ?

@mitchellsmith1593 11 месяцев назад

Love the Roman numerals!

@Tenkterian Год назад

The Royal line is maybe my favorite collection that Tudor makes. But then again, I'm a weirdo. 😅

@ID-Guy Год назад

Embrace the weirdness! Normality is overrated 😉 Plus if everyone was out there wearing Submariners and driving Range Rovers, what kind of world would we be in? Oh wait...

@jamesrobert4106 Год назад

It is a stunning watch in the real world.

@jshwck4210 Год назад

When i see this watch design in my head plays: I walked in town on silver spurs that jingled to A song that I had only sang to just a few She saw my silver spurs and said let's pass some time And I will give to you summer wine Oh, oh summer wine

@evanhartwig2849 Год назад

This is the watch that I would buy in a heartbeat if they color matched the day and date disks to the dial

@ID-Guy Год назад

Such a missed opportunity, I agree. The reason I never brought it up? In typical Rolex / Tudor fashion, the windows are either white or white 🙄

@slowbluesmaster Год назад

Look up the Bulova Super Seville 36mm from 1984 (!)

@dnromeoalphayankee13 10 месяцев назад

It's a great watch. I also have the black bay gmt. Both great watches.

@wildcatcomms 6 месяцев назад

For me, in my mid 40's, and with a conservative dress style, calling something "old-fashioned" or a "grand dad watch" isn't a negative. I look for classic, timeless styling, and when I see this watch it's everything I need. The roman numerals are something I'm looking for in a watch, so that's not a negative. A lot of newer watches seem like the skinny-jeans style of suits... they look silly and will be outdated rather quickly. I've bought suits 12 years ago that still look fantastic now because I bought classic fits that will take a very long time to go out of style. And anyway, isn't it true that "everything old is new again"?

@oakconstruct 9 месяцев назад

As a western consumer of this piece, it is truly an underrater entry luxury watch. The integrated bracelet is feeling a little out dated as its used by many other brands in various ways but Tudor does it so well with this piece and how it sits on the wrist. It is a very period feel watch rater then a new style sports watch where if your looking for a new piece its a nice compromise to the Rolex day-date or just- date wait list in a much more affordable fashion . That sort of elegance for the is price point is done beautifully. Its a piece you can wear everyday and makes its presence known. The silver dial is my personal favorite with this line because of how well is plays to the mix of polished and stainless finishes. Its a watch with so much character and usability for all occasions.

@mitchellsmith1593 11 месяцев назад

Looks better than my 16013 Datejust!

@michaelfierman3256 Год назад

I think if i wanted this style, i'd go for an Omega Constellation, despite the much higher price. They look more "cool chic" to me...at least the ones I have seen in shop windows.

@ID-Guy Год назад

We all love a good Connie, saying that, the Globemaster? That's coming up on the channel in a week or two. What a gem... simple, sleek, amazing history etc. etc. 😉

@michaelfierman3256 Год назад

@@ID-Guy Oh I'd absolutely wear and love a Globemaster but i was talking about the current "Manhattan" style Constellations which these do remind me of quite a bit

@BAF605 Год назад

Tudor revamping models and going with in-house movements has usually caused a surge of interest. Maybe this is the next line for treatment. I don't like the bezel and the cut-offs of some of the roman numerals. Contrast the dial with the white and blue datejust roman dials (the numerals are either there or not which looks much tidier) which I find very pleasing. With some tweaking The Royal could be a winner

@frank327 2 месяца назад

Because of the case size, this wears larger. They really should have offered the date complication in 38, or even 36 (the Oysterquartz is 36, and does not look like a small watch on a man), especially as the trend is going smaller, and 41 with this case shape looks too large for all but the biggest wrists imo. Really hoping this is something they rectify in future iterations, as they'll have my money if they do (brown dial two tone, I'm thinking). Also, as others have commented, a quartz variant might present an interesting prospect, tying in with the design history. They're so close with this watch, a couple of tweaks and it could be a massive hit.

@melvin_eats 6 месяцев назад

I like it! Just buy and wear what you like 👍

@Adolguinol Год назад

I actually started liking this watch when I saw the pocket shots on a Jenni Elle video where she and her husband were wearing jeans and hoodies. I ended up buying it and I love it. I would not wear it with a suit but it’s very versatile, from hoodies to smart casual.

@robertbest3898 7 месяцев назад

@adolguinol - what size did you get? and why would you not wear it with a suit?

@Adolguinol 7 месяцев назад

@@robertbest3898 I got the 38 mm in blue, in the rare occasion I have to wear a suit, I wear a Nomos that is more dressy.

@aurelius388 Год назад

I like the Tudor Royal - it has a tons of character. I think it would look better without the Roman numerals and with slightly ticker polished links in the bracelet. The bezel is OK, but engine-turned in a style closer to what one might find on vintage datejusts would compliment it better, in my opinion.

@stevejukic8166 11 месяцев назад

Very nice watch to wear daily at a vey good price . I find Garmin and Apple watches with their bio metrics more interesting and useful despite that I have been wearing a Rolex since 1975.

@vermazing888 4 месяца назад

I totally agree. Cool watch

@yorkshiremike5083 Год назад

I'm UK based and you rarely see these on the wrist. I've had mine for two years and absolutely love it. It was gift from my wife when we married. A Royal day date, gold dial and 18ct gold bezel and link inserts. Fit and finish is superb. My other watch watch is an Omega speedmaster moonwatch full mission spec, hesalite glass etc. Nobody comments on that watch but everybody notices the Tudor Royal. If Tudor discontinued the Royal, that's when you'd start to see an appreciation for it. Personally, I love wearing a watch that you don't often see on the wrists of others 👍

@jamesrobert4106 7 месяцев назад

Shhhh. 🤫 I am also English and own a black dial 41 and love it. I don't want the sheep on the bandwagon yet.

@Berisha Год назад

If you can customize the Day and put it in another language like the Rolex Day-Date equivalent then I'm sold!

@ID-Guy Год назад

Love alternative date comps... More brands should make it a feature. So what if we can't speak Italian, Spanish etc. It looks fantastic! 🥃

@manuel_winde Год назад

I’d like a 38mm variant with day date, but got me the Day date is the selling point and the larger size is not for me, so for a 3 hand regular watch there’s loads on the market and this isn’t amazing to stand out.

@stevecox6286 Год назад

I have a black dial Roman numeral dial and I love it.

@ID-Guy Год назад

At one stage in the video I mentioned "take a look at the black dial model and tell me it doesn't look great" BUT when it came down to it, couldn't find a decent enough photo and had to cut the line... it's criminal actually... one of the best looking models and it hasn't been well documented 🥃

@mitchellsmith1593 11 месяцев назад

Love the bezel..

@Valera_Scotland Год назад

Look forward to this.. i don't know why but I've never liked the whole integrated thing man.. give me proper lugs any day. OK, now I'll watch your vid 😅 OK... so yep, good vid man. But i still just don't connect with these blocky watches... maybe a smaller case and a better date window...i don't know... I'll just stick with my gut on these watches - i prefer more traditional shaped cases and bracelets, unless its a G shock or your Tudor Marine Nationale

@ID-Guy Год назад

Squarish cases are definitely polarising, and looking at my collection I now have two (of different levels) Sometimes they work and sometimes they don't 😆I'd say sticking to the safer cases would always be preferred when it comes to longevity - like your 124270 that's currently enroute to your AD ;)🥃

@Valera_Scotland Год назад

@@ID-Guy ha ha yeah man... that Explorer.. I will get it at some point, unless Omega surprise us with a lovely thin elegant watch with 100m+ water resistance For the right Omega, I would ditch the Explorer

@ID-Guy Год назад

@@Valera_Scotland Putting something together on the Globemaster in the coming weeks... I feel you man 😉 Saying that, I'm drawn to that damn explorer every week... it's so frustrating!

@dc1dc153 Год назад

“Integrated watches are tired” at least the octo finisismo added something a bit new to the mix in this category.

@rosshaslehurst2306 Год назад

I really like the royal and I’m considering getting one. The value is frankly ridiculous and personally I think it looks lovely, however there’s just something about it which makes it not special and I can’t put my finger on it. I don’t know if it’s the fact that every other brand has a watch that looks almost identical, if the dial is just a bit empty, or if it’s because the watch doesn’t really know what it wants to be. I think if they released a version of the 38mm with the day complication and maybe added just something else to the dial above the 6, even if it was just the word royal, then it would be by far the best watch for £2000 pound.