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In Basel-World 2018, Rolex updated Pepsi GMT to the ceramic version. Surprisingly, Tudor also presented a GMT watch, the so-called Pepsi GMT.
It was so bold move, that everyone was talking about Tudor, not Rolex.
The demand was so high, together with Blac Bay 58, similar to Rolex models, they could be purchased from AD if you had been
in so-called waiting lists, which nowadays, for Black Bay Chrono is more than one year.
Today, I would like to compare two GMT watches from the same company. They are quite different models,
one belongs to the air and another to cave explorers, but I find it interesting to consider if
it is worth buying Rolex over Tudor GMT Because this Rolex is one of the "affordable" ones.
If not considering retail prices, because 99 percent of people can not get them in AD, Rolex Explorer 2 costs 4 times more
Expensive than Tudor. Is it worth it? The answer to this question is Yes and No, depending on what are you looking for..
Tudor looks like a more vintage watch, with aluminum bezel inlay, no crown guards, fake riveted bracelet.
It is a very capable watch, true GMT with a rotating bezel, where you can set multiple time zones simultaniously.
This is the only factor, it has got an edge over the mighty Explorer 2.
Tudor has got also 70 hours of power reserve, it is easy to buy, it is safer to wear, so you do not need to be accompanied by
security guards around you, especially at night times, when you go out. This is a plus side for Tudor.
What about Rolex explorer 2, it is an icon. Instantly recognizable. before it was not so popular,
people preferred Submariners and GMT Masters, but now it is almost impossible to buy them in ADs.
The latest reference explorer 2 has got even anti-reflective coated sapphire crystal, which is unlike for Rolex, as it does not usually use AR on its watches.
As a result, you can appreciate this gorgeous dial, with orange GMT and golden minute and hour hands.
Cyclops for the date magnifying. The lume is also great, as it is supposed to be visible deep down in a dark cave.
The bezel is fixed, so basically, GMT function here is for the reason, just to see AM and PM time.
It has got an updated Rolex movement with 70 hours of power reserve now, a very comfy bracelet and an amazing clasp.
Rolex oyster steel is also gorgeous. So you have got a full package here.
The explorer 2 is a far superior watch, but I do not consider that it is a three or four times better watch than Tudor GMT.
If you would like to own Rolex, never buy Tudor for that reason, as your craving for Rolex will deepen time by time.
In this case, it makes perfect sense to purchase an Explorer 2 or GMT Master, because it is Rolex, that is what you always wanted!
If Rolex name is not for you, because, it attracts lots of attention and it makes everyone a walking target for muggers,,
but you would like to own a very good looking, accurate piece, the brand which has got tons of history and recognition,
buy Tudor GMT and your wallet will thank you for that. It will suit you perfectly well!
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