Revelot R11 DarksidevsTudor Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Blue

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Revelot R11 Darkside at true scale

R11 Darkside

Tudor Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Blue at true scale

Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Blue

Diameter

42mm

43mm

Thickness

13mm

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Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$390

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Movement

Seiko NH35

Tudor MT5601

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
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Lug Width
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23mm
Caseback
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Closed

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
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Blue
Indices
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Mixed

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Tudor MT5601

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$390
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Revelot R11 Darkside

Owners widely praise the Revelot R11 Darkside for its unique dial and bracelet design, distinguishing it from typical homages. However, the bracelet's micro-adjustment system is noted as problematic, offering only three positions that may not allow for a perfect fit. One owner expresses concern over the watch's low price point and the standard NH35 movement. On balance, owners find the Revelot R11 Darkside appealing for its distinctive aesthetics despite some functional drawbacks.

Tudor Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Blue

The Tudor Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Blue is widely praised for its attractive bronze case, blue dial and bezel, and pleasing details. Owners appreciate the casual appearance and the toned bronze case, with one noting it has aged beautifully and developed a noticeable patina. The well-machined bronze-aluminum alloy case is highlighted for resisting uneven discoloration, and the rose-gold hour markers and yellow-gold hands create an interesting depth effect. However, the 43mm case size and 23mm lug width are noted as potentially less comfortable for everyday wear and inconvenient for strap changes, though some find it wears reasonably well even on smaller wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Blue highly for its unique aesthetic and appealing bronze and blue combination.