£3,050.00
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The TUDOR Black Bay 41 Burgundy distils sixty years of TUDOR diving history into one truly iconic watch, representing the aesthetic and technical future of the legendary Black Bay line. This 41mm timepiece combines the collection’s signature burgundy bezel, first introduced in 2012, with the cutting-edge Manufacture Calibre MT5602-U certified as a Master Chronometer by METAS. This third evolution of the Black Bay demonstrates TUDOR’s expert command of one of the industry’s most demanding standards in terms of chronometry and resistance to magnetic fields.
Powered by TUDOR’s manufacture movement with an impressive 70-hour power reserve, this watch brings together advanced watchmaking technology with design elements inspired by TUDOR’s nearly seven-decade heritage of creating robust professional diving watches. The burgundy aluminium bezel insert creates immediate visual connection to the original 2012 Black Bay, while the black domed dial and 200-metre water resistance ensure genuine diving capability. The stainless steel five-link bracelet features the innovative T-fit clasp with rapid adjustment system, providing exceptional versatility and wearing comfort.
Condition: Excellent condition
Includes: Complete set
Guarantee: Warranty valid until 2029
Shipping: Free UK delivery
The original Black Bay first launched in 2012 with a burgundy bezel, creating immediate impact through its combination of vintage aesthetics and modern manufacturing standards. Named Black Bay after the emblematic design in TUDOR’s collection, this line distils the brand’s nearly seven-decade heritage of making robust professional diving watches into contemporary timepieces that honour tradition while embracing technical innovation. The burgundy bezel became synonymous with the collection’s identity, referencing TUDOR’s historic dive watches while establishing fresh visual character.
The third evolution of the Black Bay, now featuring Master Chronometer certification, foreshadows the aesthetic and technical future of the line. Tested by the Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS), this timepiece meets comprehensive standards covering precision, magnetic resistance, waterproofness, and power reserve. The Manufacture Calibre MT5602-U represents TUDOR’s commitment to in-house movement production, featuring dedicated sun laser design, openworked tungsten rotor with radial grooving, and alternating sand-blasted and polished surfaces that demonstrate finishing excellence typically associated with higher price categories.
METAS Master Chronometer certification represents the watch industry’s most comprehensive testing protocol, evaluating the complete assembled watch rather than just the movement. Testing by the Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS) covers precision, resistance to magnetic fields reaching 15,000 gauss, waterproofness to 200 metres according to ISO standards, and certified 70-hour power reserve. Two prerequisites are necessary: Swiss manufacturing conforming to Swiss Made criteria and movement certification by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC).
The precision standards prove extraordinarily demanding, testing occurs at two temperatures, in six different positions, and at two power reserve levels (100% and 33%). The movement must function smoothly when exposed to 15,000 gauss magnetic fields and maintain precision following exposure. For the Black Bay 41, this certification means guaranteed performance within 0/+5 seconds daily tolerance even after magnetic exposure that would stop conventional watches. This rigorous testing ensures the timepiece delivers reliable performance in real-world conditions including modern environments filled with electronic devices generating magnetic interference.
The 70-hour power reserve provides “weekend-proof” performance, meaning wearers can remove the watch on Friday evening and wear it again Monday morning without manual winding or time resetting. This extended reserve addresses practical realities of watch ownership, many collectors rotate between multiple timepieces or simply prefer not wearing watches during weekends. The three-day reserve ensures the Black Bay continues running reliably even during extended periods off the wrist.
The power reserve achievement comes through efficient barrel design and optimised gear ratios in the MT5602-U movement, demonstrating TUDOR’s manufacture capabilities. Even if wearers need weekend breaks from their watch, the timepiece doesn’t require similar rest, it continues tracking time accurately throughout the reserve period. This practical benefit distinguishes the Black Bay from competitors offering standard 40-48 hour reserves that often stop over weekends, requiring constant resetting that interrupts the ownership experience and reduces confidence in the watch’s reliability.
The TUDOR T-fit clasp features a rapid adjustment system requiring no tools while offering five positions across an 8mm adjustment window, enabling instant fine-tuning of bracelet length. This practical innovation addresses the common issue of wrist size fluctuation throughout the day due to temperature changes, activity levels, and natural swelling. The easy-to-use system allows wearers to adjust fit immediately without visiting watchmakers or struggling with traditional bracelet sizing methods.
The clasp incorporates ceramic ball bearings ensuring smooth, secure closure while adding pleasing tactile feedback to the opening and closing action. This attention to mechanical detail demonstrates TUDOR’s commitment to refining every component rather than focusing solely on movement specifications. The T-fit system proves particularly valuable for active wearers whose wrist size changes significantly between morning and evening or during exercise, ensuring consistent comfort without requiring separate bracelet configurations or strap alternatives.
The burgundy bezel represents the original 2012 Black Bay’s defining aesthetic element, creating immediate visual connection to the collection’s launch and establishing the line’s vintage-inspired identity. This colour choice referenced TUDOR’s historic dive watches from the 1950s-70s where aluminium bezel inserts aged to reddish-brown patinas, transforming technical components into nostalgic design features. The deliberate burgundy specification honoured that aging process while ensuring consistent colour across production rather than waiting decades for natural patina development.
The burgundy bezel distinguished the Black Bay from competitors’ dive watches typically featuring black or blue bezels, creating distinctive shelf presence that contributed to the collection’s commercial success. For collectors and enthusiasts, the burgundy variant maintains special significance as the original colourway that established the Black Bay’s reputation. This 41mm version with Master Chronometer certification represents the burgundy bezel’s technical evolution, maintaining aesthetic heritage while incorporating METAS-certified movement representing TUDOR’s most advanced manufacture capabilities.
The 41mm diameter provides versatile sizing that accommodates diverse wrist dimensions while maintaining the Black Bay’s substantial diving watch presence. Positioned between smaller vintage-inspired models and larger contemporary dive watches, the 41mm case delivers modern proportions without approaching unwieldy dimensions that compromise under-cuff wearability. The 13.6mm thickness remains reasonable for automatic dive watches, while the 21mm lug width creates harmonious bracelet proportions.
This sizing appeals to wearers seeking Black Bay aesthetics without committing to the 58 model’s more compact vintage dimensions or larger variants exceeding 42mm. The 41mm case provides optimal canvas for the burgundy bezel and black dial combination while maintaining comfortable daily wearability across varied activities. The dimensions suit professional environments where oversized dive watches might appear excessive while retaining sufficient presence for weekend casual wear, creating versatile timepiece justifying single-watch ownership for those preferring consolidated collections over multiple specialised pieces.
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