TUDOR Black Bay: The Emblematic Diving Watch
TUDOR unveils its latest innovation with the introduction of the Black Bay, marking a significant evolution in both technical prowess and aesthetic refinement for the iconic diving watch. This model, featuring a distinctive burgundy bezel, represents the latest chapter in the Black Bay saga, showcasing evolved design elements and introducing the groundbreaking “T-fit” clasp. Notably, it achieves the prestigious Master Chronometer certification from METAS, a testament to TUDOR’s commitment to excellence. Rooted in the brand’s seven-decade heritage of crafting resilient professional diving watches, the Black Bay undergoes rigorous testing by the Federal Institute of Metrology, combining cutting-edge watchmaking technology with timeless design.
TUDOR reaffirms its dedication to quality by subjecting the Black Bay to the stringent Master Chronometer certification, marking the third application of this standard within the TUDOR collection. This certification, involving substantial modifications to a regular TUDOR Manufacture Calibre, underscores the brand’s pursuit of exceptional quality. The comprehensive METAS certification covers precision, resistance to magnetic fields, waterproofness, and power reserve, setting remarkably high standards for each criterion.
The heart of the Black Bay, the Manufacture Calibre MT5602-U, stands as a pinnacle of watchmaking artistry. Exhibiting hours, minutes, and seconds functions, it bears the coveted Master Chronometer mention on its bridges, signifying superior performance. The distinctive rotor, crafted in tungsten monobloc and openworked, showcases laser radial grooving with sand-blasted details. The movement’s intricate design ensures robustness and precision, featuring a variable inertia balance wheel and a non-magnetic silicon hairspring. With a power reserve of 70 hours, the Manufacture Calibre MT5602-U is “weekend-proof,” enhancing the watch’s longevity.
The Black Bay’s iconic design, with its burgundy bezel, retains its recognition as one of TUDOR’s signature models. In its latest iteration, the case maintains the original proportions, measuring 41mm in diameter with a thinner profile. The unidirectional rotatable bezel, ergonomic details, and revamped crown pay homage to TUDOR’s historic diving watches. The seconds hand, reminiscent of early diving watches, features a lollipop design, while the satin black dial exudes a subtle shine under direct light.
Emphasizing versatility, the Black Bay offers options of either a satin-brushed three-link steel bracelet or a five-oval-shaped-link brushed and polished steel bracelet. Both come equipped with the innovative TUDOR “T-fit” clasp, featuring a rapid length adjustment system for convenient customization. A black rubber strap, adorned with the signature snowflake motif for added grip, offers a sporty alternative.
TUDOR Black Bay: The Emblematic Diving Watch
TUDOR unveils its latest innovation with the introduction of the Black Bay, marking a significant evolution in both technical prowess and aesthetic refinement for the iconic diving watch. This model, featuring a distinctive burgundy bezel, represents the latest chapter in the Black Bay saga, showcasing evolved design elements and introducing the groundbreaking “T-fit” clasp. Notably, it achieves the prestigious Master Chronometer certification from METAS, a testament to TUDOR’s commitment to excellence. Rooted in the brand’s seven-decade heritage of crafting resilient professional diving watches, the Black Bay undergoes rigorous testing by the Federal Institute of Metrology, combining cutting-edge watchmaking technology with timeless design.
TUDOR reaffirms its dedication to quality by subjecting the Black Bay to the stringent Master Chronometer certification, marking the third application of this standard within the TUDOR collection. This certification, involving substantial modifications to a regular TUDOR Manufacture Calibre, underscores the brand’s pursuit of exceptional quality. The comprehensive METAS certification covers precision, resistance to magnetic fields, waterproofness, and power reserve, setting remarkably high standards for each criterion.
The heart of the Black Bay, the Manufacture Calibre MT5602-U, stands as a pinnacle of watchmaking artistry. Exhibiting hours, minutes, and seconds functions, it bears the coveted Master Chronometer mention on its bridges, signifying superior performance. The distinctive rotor, crafted in tungsten monobloc and openworked, showcases laser radial grooving with sand-blasted details. The movement’s intricate design ensures robustness and precision, featuring a variable inertia balance wheel and a non-magnetic silicon hairspring. With a power reserve of 70 hours, the Manufacture Calibre MT5602-U is “weekend-proof,” enhancing the watch’s longevity.
The Black Bay’s iconic design, with its burgundy bezel, retains its recognition as one of TUDOR’s signature models. In its latest iteration, the case maintains the original proportions, measuring 41mm in diameter with a thinner profile. The unidirectional rotatable bezel, ergonomic details, and revamped crown pay homage to TUDOR’s historic diving watches. The seconds hand, reminiscent of early diving watches, features a lollipop design, while the satin black dial exudes a subtle shine under direct light.
Emphasizing versatility, the Black Bay offers options of either a satin-brushed three-link steel bracelet or a five-oval-shaped-link brushed and polished steel bracelet. Both come equipped with the innovative TUDOR “T-fit” clasp, featuring a rapid length adjustment system for convenient customization. A black rubber strap, adorned with the signature snowflake motif for added grip, offers a sporty alternative.
In essence, the Black Bay line encapsulates the spirit of TUDOR’s dive watches from the 1950s, incorporating iconic angular hands known as “Snowflake” and maintaining design elements from the brand’s early generations of divers’ watches. While rooted in neo-vintage aesthetics, the Black Bay adheres to contemporary manufacturing techniques, ensuring reliability, robustness, and impeccable finishing that align with today’s stringent standards.
Swiss Watch is an official retailer of TUDOR timepieces. Discover more at the TUDOR boutique in 1 Utama, Pavilion KL, Mid Valley Southkey or your nearest Swiss Watch boutique.
In essence, the Black Bay line encapsulates the spirit of TUDOR’s dive watches from the 1950s, incorporating iconic angular hands known as “Snowflake” and maintaining design elements from the brand’s early generations of divers’ watches. While rooted in neo-vintage aesthetics, the Black Bay adheres to contemporary manufacturing techniques, ensuring reliability, robustness, and impeccable finishing that align with today’s stringent standards.
Swiss Watch is an official retailer of TUDOR timepieces. Discover more at the TUDOR boutique in 1 Utama, Pavilion KL, Mid Valley Southkey or your nearest Swiss Watch boutique.
