Tudor Black Bay 54 First impressions review 

Yeah I’d agree it wears slightly larger! 👍

Thank you 🙏👍

Congrats mate 🙏👍

🙏👍

Thank you and yes I’d still highly recommend this watch and definitely go and try one on if you can… you won’t be disappointed! 🙏👍

Good choice! Thanks 👍

It wore well on my 7in. wrist when I tried it, but you have to try it for yourself. At 7.5in., you might be more at home with the BB58.

If you can wait it’ll be all the more satisfying when it comes for your birthday! 🙏👍

Thank you I will get one ordered! 🙏👍

I’d agree! 🙏👍

Thank you I will check that out! 🙏👍

Sorry for the delay (I’d taken a break) thanks for the comment. I no longer have it so can’t remember sorry 👍

Thank you mate 🙏👍

I think the 54 looks very austere when compared to the 58. There is a warm charm to the 58 that has been lost with the removal of the gilt bezel and the color pop of the iconic Red Triangle. Also, the 54 is a direct replication, whereas, the 58 has a more original design that borrows cues from Rolex/Tudor of past.

@@michaelriera6277 I'd agree that this is a pared down version of the BB58, but I actually welcome it. Not just because I love those old Rolex / Tudor references it is directly inspired by, but also because I thought Tudor had overdone it with the gilt accents on the black BB58, which I prefer in blue for that particular reason. It's really down to individual preferences between the BB58 and the BB54, and it's great to have the choice.

@@michaelriera6277 i think thé opsosite

​@@michaelriera6277I absolutely agree with you. The BB54 looks more refined without the red triangle, the golden indexes on the crown, and its more contained size. On the wrist, it is "sexy" unlike the BB58 I find. However, I hope that next year TUDOR will offer the same watch without its flaws. : a BB54 without the false rivets, with a transparent back to contemplate the movement. A movement that TUDOR will need to dress up a bit to make it more pleasing to the eye. And for it to be ALMOST perfect, a higher quality bracelet in L916 steel or failing that (because it's too expensive), a minimum class 2 titanium bracelet like the PELAGOS 39. I'm starting to save...

Thanks! I like them both but if I had to choose it would be the 54! 👍 I’ll be doing a video shortly comparing the 2 👍

The good thing with eBay on a watch over £1500 is it goes to eBay authentication centre before it comes to you. Even if you’re not completely happy with the watch you still have the right to return it. So as a buyer that’s great! I always just make sure the seller has a great feedback score too 👍

Sorry for the delay I’d taken a break! I got the uncle Seiko half link in the end and that fixed it perfectly 🙏👍

I'm in the same boat exactly. 3 out it's a little too loose, 4 out it's kind of tight when the T-Link is fully extended (no adjustment possibilities for the summer).

Yeah it’s a shame the t fit doesn’t give a few more adjustments! Please let me know how you find the half link when it arrives. I’m ordering one but I’m in the uk so may take a bit of time 😊👍

Looks like the uncle seiko half link is the way to go for us! 👍

@@Time_and_time_again Funny, just put one link back in and now it fits perfectly for me. Probably because its got a few degrees warmer here since last time i tried this configuration. I’m good for summer, let’s see how it’s going to fit in autumn then 😆

@@Time_and_time_again Just received the half link. Definitely helped. With 4 full links removed and the 1/2 link added, I now wear the watch comfortably with the t-fit pushed all the way in bar one notch, so I can go a bit tighter if needed, but more importantly, I have lots of room to expand when the weather get hot.

Very good point! I will have a measure today and let you know 👍

@@Time_and_time_again I just saw on another review that the crystal/dial is 28.7mm across.👍

@@happytravels2480 ahhh great thank you 👍

Yeah I can see why that might be bothersome for some 👍 I like to think of it as the bezel colours are matching the bracelet rather than the dial 😊👍

This is my problem with this watch too. The color feels a bit off. Nevertheless, the watch still beautiful.

Completely agree. White lume and dial paint to match. Be even more different from the BB58 then too.

This is aligned with the original, however

@@continuum4 yes agree, so is the BB58 too. Imagine if these both had straight Black and white colour options too, wouldn't need a Pelagos 39 then.

Would like to know as well

Sorry for the delay (I’d taken a break) I still like both and can’t pick a winner although the 54 wears much better on my 6” wrist 🙏👍

Sorry for the delay (I’ve been on a break) I enjoyed both watches but value for money you can’t go wrong with the CW! 🙏👍

An aluminum bezel will scratch / fade, but if you apply big enough a shock for it to bend, it is likely that a ceramic bezel would simply break. And they're more expensive to replace than an aluminum one.

I know there’s a few who think the same but I personally like it as it is I think. Ps sorry for the late reply I’ve been on a break 🙏👍

Sorry for the delay I’ve been on a break! I’d say the bb54 somehow wears a little larger 🙏👍

I understand what you mean 🙏👍

Yea I did Terry. I’d have kept both if I money was no issue 😊👍

@@Time_and_time_againSold my Pelagos 39 yesterday as it wasn’t getting any wrist time since I picked up the 54 and I’m kind of a one watch type of guy. I think the 54 is more versatile since it’s SS and can be dressed up or worn casual… hope I don’t regret it. But the 54 is a step monster, wearing it on a nato it’s super light and comfy and great for summer in London.

It’s not unfortunately! It’s a sinn556a, great watch!

Have a great day 🙏👍

I ended up getting the uncle seiko half link and now have the perfect fit! Mine is 6.25 like yours so I would highly recommend getting the half link 🙏👍

@@Time_and_time_again thanks for the info. Sorry did you install it close to the clasp? Saw a video from UptickWatch and he did a similar thing.

@@stephenso3 yes I saw that too and copied 😊👍

Can’t separate them!

Yes it was definitely thicker than the 54 😊👍

I’ll certainly be trying it on a rubber strap yes! 👍

That will be the first thing I do when I finally purchase this watch. Black tropic.

@@Time_and_time_again the integrated rubber Tudor sells it on is more of a 70s style and doesn’t really work with the 50s design imo

Think you might want to when you try it! Sorry for the late reply I’ve been on a break. Maybe you own one now? 😊👍

16cm mate 👍

Agreed. I’ve got to admit wondering if replacing my Sub with this and freeing up funds for something totally different…🤔

I think it is a keeper but I’m not going to commit just yet! Haha. The rivets honestly don’t bother me in the slightest and I think the price is excellent! I have put it on a waffle strap now and love it on that too 😊👍

Sorry for the delay, 6.25” it was then 👍

Yes mate 👍

@@Time_and_time_again I am thinking about getting this as my one and done diver. Do you still love it or do you have mixed feelings?

The wheel? 🤔

@@Time_and_time_again Where the watch hands meet. centre of watch.

@@chrislim7976 ahhh I see, I’ve let the watch go now but never noticed that 👍

All valid points but unfortunately 39mm isn’t the perfect size for everyone! I really think that this 54 is perfect for smaller wrists and the 58 is perfect for regular sized wrists. Both are great choices and both have different design elements that folks will appreciate. The beauty of all of this is that there is choice I think 😊👍

Yes indeed 🙏👍

The black bay 54 is 37mm 👍

@@Time_and_time_again Yes, I mean your wrist size ?

@@DomaDful ahhh, I see, 6inch 👍

@@Time_and_time_again Thank you.

Most luxury brands are trying that already. At least Tudor is a sister company and created by the same guy. This watch is more than that…

Yes indeed 👍

Well its owned by rolex 😂