Why the Tudor Black Bay 54 isn't too small

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It almost feels like click bait to talk about this again while I had explained the same on my first review, the week of the release, but I keep on seeing videos, including those from a mainstream big online secondhand platform, wondering if the Tudor Black Bay 54 is too small or not. So I feel compelled to provide proper consumer advice.

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  • @austinzizzi1142
    @austinzizzi1142 Жыл бұрын

    It’s the right size. Finally a diver that’s not a dinner plate on wrist. It never clashes with anything. Infinitely versatile and also a complete strap monster

  • @dariuszwojcik1601
    @dariuszwojcik1601 Жыл бұрын

    The great thing about 54 is that now that is out a lot of people are selling their bb58 and you can get them at great discount for 21/22 models :)

  • @handlehbt
    @handlehbt Жыл бұрын

    I got the BB54 three weeks ago. Have been wearing it everyday. It is a great watch and I love it. No watch is ever perfect because sooner or later you will start wishing this or that elements from something else that you like. Keep it simple guys: 1) if you like it, buy it. 2) if you dont like it, then buy something else that you like.

  • @michaelriera6277

    @michaelriera6277

    Жыл бұрын

    Seems so obvious and yet…

  • @360peakperformance
    @360peakperformanceАй бұрын

    I’m 220lb, athletic build, 20cm wrists and own a 54. I love its retro sizing. I have worn and owned various pieces, 114060, FXD US & MN, many many Seamasters, Speedy, P39, BB58 and I love the character and retro styling of this 7922 reinterpretation. The 54 reminds me also of the 6538 Connery ‘Goldfinger’ Sub that Rolex could never remake. It would crush the vintage values if they did. The 54 is a masterpiece.

  • @DecemberNames
    @DecemberNames Жыл бұрын

    I just watched your video and I absolutely loved it! I found your presentation to be incredibly informative and engaging. You did a great job of breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand terms. I also appreciated the humor and personal anecdotes that you sprinkled throughout the video. It made the content more relatable and enjoyable. You're one of the few KZreadrs who I can consistently count on to deliver high-quality content. Keep up the great work! "I outsourced this feedback to AI"

  • @dariuszwojcik1601
    @dariuszwojcik1601 Жыл бұрын

    Last two years everybody was saying 58 is perfect. Now the new model came out 58 is not that good and 54 is perfect. Next year another model will come out and 54 will be moved to second plan.

  • @the_shadow_realm5110
    @the_shadow_realm5110 Жыл бұрын

    Man, what a great review. By the end, he was all flustered and riled up!!

  • @JUNJUN-lw2vr
    @JUNJUN-lw2vr6 ай бұрын

    I recently purchased this watch about 3 weeks now. So far it has been my daily wear. I also own a Rolex Sub no date. I have to say it can definitely hold its own. Very please on how accurate this BB54. Agree a must have

  • @AW-wm9bk
    @AW-wm9bk Жыл бұрын

    Clear case, I have a 18 cm wrist and the 54 is perfect, more adult, less patina, just cooler then the 58, which I sold last week... great review!

  • @konww002
    @konww0029 ай бұрын

    Thanks for pointing out about wearing the watch with black belts. I’m also wondering if it will pass the work formal environment.

  • @Blink182Record
    @Blink182Record Жыл бұрын

    BB54 is beautiful! What screwdriver do you use to take out the screws from the bracelet of the BB54?

  • @luna_sea0
    @luna_sea0 Жыл бұрын

    Nice watch. Just I found it disturbing about the excessive amount of YT videos to convince the point of BB54's case size. Simply move on to other watches if it does not fit your wrist, that's all.

  • @sshark97

    @sshark97

    Жыл бұрын

    The same excessive amount of YT videos focused on BB58 size when it was it was first launched. I guess similar videos will surface to convince the public that BB50 is not too small if Tudor makes a 34mm BB50😅

  • @luna_sea0

    @luna_sea0

    Жыл бұрын

    @@sshark97 If the era of kids fun watch size indeed arrives, I will just let the downvote and Unsubscribe buttons do the talking and move on. Lol

  • @TheGrenadier97

    @TheGrenadier97

    Жыл бұрын

    It's a completely useless debate in my opinion. First because there's more than just case diameter, second because it's a totally correct size historically-speaking.

  • @dsmlive3982
    @dsmlive3982 Жыл бұрын

    Hi there, I just picked up min from the Ad. The dial on the 54 is more glossy and 58 is matte. Unbelievable clasp in the 54. Tudor knockout. Wow

  • @tockingwatches2377
    @tockingwatches2377 Жыл бұрын

    My wrist is just over 17cm and I believe I’d go for the BB54 too. However, I enjoy more classic fitting watches. In fact, I just received a 27mm Santos Dumont Ultra Flat and I find it to be perfection.

  • @jeanlouisdubillon4212

    @jeanlouisdubillon4212

    Жыл бұрын

    I have the same Wrist and i have the BB58 blue and the BB54 , thé 54 is way better and not to small

  • @scottt.4596
    @scottt.4596 Жыл бұрын

    More great in-depth analysis from my favorite watch KZreadr. Cheers 🍻

  • @dellwright1407
    @dellwright1407 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this review, I have the same sized wrist so was really helpful.

  • @Ferien7
    @Ferien7 Жыл бұрын

    Easily one of the best Tudors in a LONG time

  • @davidgolden9042
    @davidgolden9042 Жыл бұрын

    Could you kindly provide the dial / crystal diameter between the two.

  • @douglasmstewart
    @douglasmstewart11 ай бұрын

    There’s a 54 sitting at my dealer on a rubber strap. I’m so tempted to get it. I’m just wondering if I’m going to regret getting it on a rubber strap vs the bracelet. I know if I can prob get a rubber strap later and bring the clasp over to the aftermarket rubber strap. I really wish Tudor would sell you both: but the bracelet, add (whatever $$ amount) to get a the rubber strap too. And btw, the size on this is great. And that’s coming from someone that wears an Explorer 36mm on most days. I tried the 58 a while back and it’s just too big. It draws too much attention to my 6.5-6.75” wrist.

  • @triniboy05
    @triniboy05 Жыл бұрын

    Eh, I have a 1 watch “collection” consisting of an Explorer 36mm 124270 and have a 7” wrist - so, “too small” is fine for me haha 😂 I value comfort.

  • @jeffreyblue627
    @jeffreyblue627 Жыл бұрын

    Haven’t seen the 54 in the metal but the 54 is aesthetically more pleasing on your wrist. I imagine you’re now working on an exit visa for the old 58. Cheers 🥂

  • @alexlee4588
    @alexlee45889 ай бұрын

    Great insights. Love the Tudor 58 and 54.

  • @TheGrenadier97
    @TheGrenadier97 Жыл бұрын

    People focus excessively on table numbers and ignore that there's far more into play than just diameter. Some may think that 37mm is 'small', but the lug-to-lug there is generous (46mm) and the lug width is neither large nor small (20mm). Both nearly exact dimensions can be found in other bulkier watches, like the Orient Kamasu and Citizen NY0040. Black dial and bezel on the 54 gives a feeling of wider size without looking like an "empty plate". Tudor managed a perfect do-it-all for every wrist that has presence, being neither tiny, nor huge. I also must remember that this is totally based on a vintage watch, and it seems that gentlemen in the past had no desperate worries against "small" watches.

  • @TheAmericanStranger1
    @TheAmericanStranger1 Жыл бұрын

    If you had yo choose, which one?

  • @mingbinli
    @mingbinli Жыл бұрын

    Everything else aside, I simply enjoy the well balanced seconds hand with the counterweight on the opposite end.

  • @coronetmag
    @coronetmag Жыл бұрын

    Nice comparison! Excellent!

  • @u.u.u9969
    @u.u.u9969 Жыл бұрын

    Is the winding really clicky crunchy? My Black Bay Red is. Is that normal if so?

  • @RabbitWatchShop

    @RabbitWatchShop

    2 ай бұрын

    No. What you think is "crunchy" is the crown's clutch kicking in when the mainspring is fully wound up.

  • @michaelriera6277
    @michaelriera6277 Жыл бұрын

    Will hold off until the 34mm comes out, 37mm is too butch. I want to be at the very tip of the hipster spear!

  • @bruh_oly1370
    @bruh_oly137027 күн бұрын

    All those saying they need the red triangle because it’s like bonds watch , Connery’s watch it’s a myth . He never wore a 5508 with a red triangle. Yes he wore a big crown a 6538 but the bezel incrementation was the same as the 54 so the only thing missing was the big crown on the 54 ( which it shouldn’t as they aren’t looking to homage a 6538) but the 58 isn’t a Connery bond homage the 54 is as close as they will get . Kudos to Tudor

  • @cww7855
    @cww7855 Жыл бұрын

    What a watch. Will be a classic this BB54.

  • @johannoren2787
    @johannoren2787 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, great video that got me even more excited about bb54, thats gonna be my next watch, end of 2024 or early 2025, saving up.:) Have the Ranger since January and loving the shit out of it, truly amazing watch. Again, thanks, really helpful video.

  • @DK-md8tj
    @DK-md8tj Жыл бұрын

    where did you get the half link from?

  • @sn00ze88

    @sn00ze88

    Жыл бұрын

    Uncle seiko

  • @sn00ze88
    @sn00ze88 Жыл бұрын

    Countdown clock for the 58 on carousell starts right now

  • @The_God_of_Sexual_Intercourse
    @The_God_of_Sexual_Intercourse Жыл бұрын

    But is the BB54 actually too big? 🧐

  • @stephenedwards347
    @stephenedwards34711 ай бұрын

    would be ordering immediately..but i cant live with the naff faux rivet bracelet , snowflake and gold type font ..

  • @Professional_Youtube_Commenter
    @Professional_Youtube_Commenter Жыл бұрын

    58 looks better proportioned

  • @michaelriera6277
    @michaelriera6277 Жыл бұрын

    I tried the 54 and it’s definitely not too small on my 6.5 wrist. I think as a 1 watch collection the 54 is perfect. However, if you have a multiple watch collection, you may want something with a little more spice because for all its goodness, the 54 is a very boring looking watch at least when compared to the 58. Unlike the 54, the 58 is not an exact replica of back catalog Tudor, it is its own thing. The gilted bezel adds a nice warmth and harmony with the gold on the dial, the red triangle harkens back to the Rolex Big Crown and serves to break up the monotony of the watch. I also find the more refined coin edge bezel and matching crown very elegant. It is a very special watch that isn’t an exact replica.

  • @ntorres1966

    @ntorres1966

    10 ай бұрын

    Nerd

  • @timmcdonald5335
    @timmcdonald5335 Жыл бұрын

    Re size depends on wrist size but IMO as a diver its too small.

  • @wintermute8315

    @wintermute8315

    Жыл бұрын

    The first ever dive watches would disagree with you.

  • @mybrainlikesthings
    @mybrainlikesthings8 ай бұрын

    One thing that I find interesting is that the BB54 has a model number that precedes the BB58, as if they had conceived of the BB54 before releasing the BB58. If this is true then it goes some ways to suggest that marketing made a conscious choice to go big before going a little smaller, as if to prod you into re-buying the next model.

  • @rodsalvador3608
    @rodsalvador3608 Жыл бұрын

    The new GADA. Can't wait til Tudor releases new colorways in the 54. Would love an S&G, holy smokes.

  • @theenavybluemonster
    @theenavybluemonster Жыл бұрын

    I want to see what a blue one looks like.

  • @underachievingwatchcollect1878
    @underachievingwatchcollect1878 Жыл бұрын

    I like the look of the BB54 better than the BB58.

  • @bud_zdorovim
    @bud_zdorovim7 ай бұрын

    great watch! Nice size!

  • @johnnyvieira1740
    @johnnyvieira1740 Жыл бұрын

    Perfect evolution

  • @Constantlywatching
    @Constantlywatching Жыл бұрын

    I wear an SD43 and and BB58 ..... And the 54 is small, to small for me

  • @williamgoggin3633
    @williamgoggin3633 Жыл бұрын

    Great watch go try it you will be surprised very cool

  • @BFit25
    @BFit25 Жыл бұрын

    Ehh it’s on the borderline for a dive style watch. I’d be fine with it but I have a medium wrist size that can wear anything from 36-42. It’s just that a smaller dive watch the bezel takes up some dial real estate.

  • @sharpe340-
    @sharpe340- Жыл бұрын

    Always appreciate your videos, but I would love to see more wrist shots in different situations/angles. Awesome as ever though.

  • @ogramail
    @ogramail Жыл бұрын

    Still waiting a call from my ADs

  • @heinrichheuer6510
    @heinrichheuer6510 Жыл бұрын

    With my 7.5 wrist it’s on the edge

  • @joefarace
    @joefarace Жыл бұрын

    I want to see so bad a Black Bay GMT BATMAN …… please!!!!!

  • @cyberprepper
    @cyberprepper Жыл бұрын

    Nice watch but too small IMO.

  • @Bugster987
    @Bugster987 Жыл бұрын

    Looks so much like a BB58 I always think the 54 looks off. A 58 but with some kind of aftermarket crown and bezel. Personally prefer the 58.

  • @sagaciousid
    @sagaciousid Жыл бұрын

    The 58 doesn’t look big. 54 looks small but looks okay. This is front a third person’s perspective

  • @austinzizzi1142
    @austinzizzi1142 Жыл бұрын

    Yeah the gilt color on the bezel of the 58 black is what ruined it for me. It just had no historical perspective or reason. The 54 is just more historical accurate

  • @michaelriera6277

    @michaelriera6277

    Жыл бұрын

    Some find the gilt harmonious with the gilt on the dial giving the watch a warm, unique look. I remember when the 58 first came out everyone raved about how great and special the gilted dial was and made the BB41 dial boring. Now every reviewer saids just the opposite. It’s fine to have an opinion, but this sounds like typical group think with everyone aping what other reviewers are saying in an echo chamber.

  • @AnaInTh3Sky
    @AnaInTh3Sky Жыл бұрын

    Sadly the 54 is not really suited for those of us with 19cm+ wrists :( I have the blue 58 and it's already on the edge. Wear it mostly on a nato to make it feel slightly more chunky :)

  • @biggestkev666

    @biggestkev666

    Жыл бұрын

    I totally agree, not suited for larger wrists. I think it's more of a unisex offering to me, which is quite a good idea.

  • @360peakperformance

    @360peakperformance

    Ай бұрын

    I’ve 20cm wrists, 220lb and athletic build. I thought it would be too small but I love its retro sizing. Throwback to the 50’s divers. I also have the FXD and recently sold my 114060. The 54 is epic. 🔥

  • @AnaInTh3Sky

    @AnaInTh3Sky

    29 күн бұрын

    @@360peakperformance I hear ya! Since I wrote that comment I've been wearing my 58 on the bracelet more and more and I must say it fits like a glove... I bet the 54 would fit perfectly too!! (But I must resist the urge to buy it haha). How you liking the fxd... ive recently moved to france and I am creating my own delusional narrative in my mind that I should get the MN fxd now 😂

  • @boykaunlimitted4514
    @boykaunlimitted4514 Жыл бұрын

    I never really looked at the 54 but looking at both sized next to each other, the 54 is much nicer actually. Proportions are much better.

  • @situation_zero
    @situation_zero Жыл бұрын

    Love it. But nothing with fake rivets can be called truly perfect. Waiting for the next evolution of the bracelet.

  • @ollik8192
    @ollik8192 Жыл бұрын

    Didn't the new Black Bay Burgundy the new clasp? It certainly felt nice. Also, the watch was a lot thinner! The previous models have been such chunky boys that I haven't considered them at all.

  • @KeepingWatchUK
    @KeepingWatchUK Жыл бұрын

    It’s not too small…. for smaller wrists!

  • @OilBaron
    @OilBaron Жыл бұрын

    It’s too small.

  • @kwokfaileung3737
    @kwokfaileung3737 Жыл бұрын

    The new are always better.

  • @terryb8310
    @terryb8310 Жыл бұрын

    Its too small! You say you are tall but have not even a 7 inch wrist ...... the watch is made for Munchkins!

  • @dellwright1407

    @dellwright1407

    Жыл бұрын

    Too small? For who? It's about being proportional. Non-munkins can save up for an Omega Ploprof or Rolex Deepsea.

  • @terryb8310

    @terryb8310

    Жыл бұрын

    @@dellwright1407 ha!

  • @TheGrenadier97

    @TheGrenadier97

    Жыл бұрын

    @@dellwright1407 more like an Invicta...

  • @dellwright1407

    @dellwright1407

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TheGrenadier97 Yes, I see they do a Marvel Black Panther that is 53mm diameter! Looks horrible mind, but thats beside the point.

  • @krisg3758
    @krisg3758 Жыл бұрын

    Second

  • @UptickWatchReviews

    @UptickWatchReviews

    Жыл бұрын

    Ah sorry, you win the 58

  • @keijiazum9282
    @keijiazum9282 Жыл бұрын

    dont you think you own too many black diver watches?

  • @sn00ze88

    @sn00ze88

    Жыл бұрын

    There's never too many black dials.

  • @amickinflorida9008
    @amickinflorida9008 Жыл бұрын

    It’s too small😂

  • @RabbitWatchShop

    @RabbitWatchShop

    2 ай бұрын

    Sorry she told you that, bro.

  • @rrs1234567
    @rrs1234567 Жыл бұрын

    First

  • @UptickWatchReviews

    @UptickWatchReviews

    Жыл бұрын

    You win the 54 then

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