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Originally Posted by Fritzer
I held a Tudor BB S&G and I thought it felt very - not worth the price. Especially considering in that same visit to the dealers I held an 18kt YG Maxi-Case Submariner. Not just talking about weight, but just the overall feel of the watch felt quite different to me in the functions and build quality. (Funny fact, the Tudor S&G doesn't even have solid 18kt centre-links, they are "gold-capped".)
Which reference is your Submariner? Considering you said $7,500 I would guess it would be a Maxi-Case? To be completely honest I don't think I would ever buy one of those because of those huge shoulders, I love the classic Submariner case much better.(i.e. 14060, 16610, 5512/13) Same goes with the GMT, oh man I read an article where some guy went and bought a vintage Pepsi and Coke GMT Master. Those are beautiful pieces!!
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I have a 114060, it is the current style with the ceramic bezel... I do actually like the larger case as it feels more substantial. I like the style of the older Submariners but the bracelet and clasp is so cheap and flimsy. I like the solid links and adjustable clasp on the newer Sub.
A lot of those details translate directly to the Tudor. It has a larger case but it has a more modern appearance than the Sub - I have the Black Bay with a blue bezel and black dial. I think it looks much more modern than the Rolex Sub while still paying homage to the old Tudor Subs of old.
I'm not a fan of gold on watches... I'd love a Batman GMT but I don't think it's worth the 40% more over a Sub. I also like my no date in that it looks more balanced without the date taking up one side of the dial.