Rolex vs. Tudor

Hi all, I’m at a point where my jewelry debt has been paid down, my car is clear for the next 3 months, and commission checks are getting fatter. Thusly, I’m looking for a new hard hitter, big name, prestiged chronograph to fill the box. Obviously, a Rolex Daytona is on that list.

But I can’t seem to find any reasonable differences between it and the Tudor Black Bay Chrono that justify a whopping $5.5k price hike other than the name on the tin.

So this is an open letter to anyone that’s…

Rolex vs. Tudor

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Archimede Outdoor Protect 39 – Thoughts & Pictures

I have been bitten by the German watch bug, it seems. I’ve had my eye on the Outdoor line for a few months now and I saw this pop up on the WUS sales section and couldn’t resist.

This watch has exceeded my expectations and I think it will be going on my list of favorite watches under $1000.

You can read my detailed review here: Archimede Outdoor Protect 39 – Beans & Bezels

And as always, pictures!

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