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Why a Rolex over this Ranger?
It might not be fair for either of them to compare Tudor with its bigger sibling. However, a common question I got when I was testing this Tudor was whether to pick a Rolex over the Ranger.
The answer is quite personal, as the best (and in my opinion only) Rolex to compare the Tudor with is the Explorer.
The Explorer comes with perhaps even more pedigree than the Ranger, but it also costs around twice its price (if you can find one). On the plus side, the Rolex keeps its value very well, which negates the steep price somewhat.
The biggest difference is perhaps the size. The Explorer is 36mm, while the Ranger measures 39mm. This gives them quite a different appearance, with the Tudor being the more sporty of the two.
In today’s world, the Explorer is almost a dress watch, but although the Ranger can play that part if you it want to, it still prefers to play outside.
Tudor Ranger
The hands also make a difference as the ones on the Ranger are not as serious as those on the Explorer. An added advantage is that the bolder design of the Ranger is extremely legible. I can actually see myself owning both, as they really are like siblings; from the same parents but with different charisma and personalities.
For more information, please visit www.tudorwatch.com/en/watches/ranger/m79950-0001
Quick Facts Tudor Ranger
Case: 39 x 12 mm, stainless steel
Movement: automatic Caliber MT5402 with silicon balance spring, power reserve 70 hours, 4 Hz/28,800 vph frequency, officially certified C.O.S.C. chronometer
Functions: hours, minutes, seconds
Price: $ 3,150
* This article was first published 12 February 2023 at Tudor Ranger; A Fantastic – And Relatively Affordable – Alternative to Rolex
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