Tudor, the watch brand known for its rugged masculinity and reliability, just announced the latest addition to its Black Bay collection – the new Tudor Black Bay. If you’re a fan of the original Black Bay, which was introduced in 2014 as a revival of Tudor’s diving watches from the 1950s and 1960s, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the new Black Bay 36. Not only does it look like a vintage dive watch with its rounded case and orange dial, but it also has some modern features that make it easy to use every day.
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Material and Finishing
The Tudor Black Bay is crafted from high-quality materials and finished with care. The case is made of brushed stainless steel and the bezel is polished. The sapphire crystal is scratch-resistant and anti-reflective. The bracelet is made of brushed stainless steel with a folding clasp. At its core, the in-house Calibre MT5602 powers this watch. It has a power reserve of 70 hours when fully wound, and displays hours, minutes, seconds, and dates at the 6 o’clock position on the dial, it offers 25 jewels, an oscillating weight balance system as well as an off-centered micro-rotor.
Dial and Hands
The dial of the Tudor Black Bay 36 is a thing of beauty, with a deep black color that is offset by the rose gold hands. The minute and hour markers are also rose gold, adding to the luxurious look of this watch. There is a date window at 3 o’clock and small seconds sub-dial at 9 o’clock. And while some people may worry about it being too big for their wrist, this 36mm timepiece should be perfect for most wrists. It weighs only 170 grams, so it is not heavy either. It also has a water resistance rating of 200 meters or 660 feet which means you can take it snorkeling without worrying about damaging your new favorite watch!
Movement and Functionality
The Tudor Black Bay is a stunning new timepiece that combines classic style with modern functionality. Powered by a Swiss-made movement, this watch is perfect for those who appreciate the finer things in life. With its sleek black dial and rose gold-tone accents, the Tudor Black Bay 36 is sure to turn heads. But it’s not just a pretty face this watch is also water resistant up to 100 meters, making it perfect for any activity.
Packaging and Accessories
The Tudor Black Bay comes beautifully packaged, with a luxurious black leather case and all the accessories you need to get started. The watch itself is stunning, with a classic black dial and rose gold-plated hands and markers. The strap is also made of black leather, with a rose gold-plated buckle. The overall look is modern and elegant, and sure to turn heads when you wear it out. And if that wasn’t enough, it even has an in-house movement.
Conclusion
The Tudor Black Bay is a beautiful new addition to the Tudor line-up. It features a stunning black dial with gold accents, and a date window at 3 o’clock. The case is made of stainless steel and is water resistant to 100 meters. The watch is powered by a Swiss-made automatic movement and comes with a brown leather strap. If you’re looking for a new timepiece that combines classic style with modern amenities, the Tudor Black Bay is a perfect choice.
