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The TUDOR Black Bay Ceramic Blue represents the perfect fusion of advanced materials technology and motorsport heritage, created as an exclusive team-inspired version for the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team. This striking 41mm timepiece showcases TUDOR’s mastery of ceramic construction, featuring a matte black ceramic case with micro-blasted finish and monobloc middle case that delivers exceptional durability and lightweight performance. The distinctive blue dial matches the team’s striking livery, creating an immediate connection to Formula One’s most tech-forward and daring sports.
Powered by the Manufacture Calibre MT5602-1U and certified as a Master Chronometer by METAS, this watch brings together cutting-edge watchmaking technology with design elements inspired by TUDOR’s motorsport partnership. Formula One is widely considered one of the most tech-forward and daring sports in existence, and TUDOR created this exclusive version based on the watch made for the daring pilots of the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One team. The combination of ceramic construction, METAS certification, and motorsport DNA creates a timepiece that excels both on the racetrack and in everyday adventure.
Condition: Unworn condition
Includes: Original box and papers with complimentary black fabric strap
Warranty: Valid until 2030
Shipping: Free UK delivery
TUDOR’s partnership with the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team represents a natural alliance between two entities that embody the “Born to Dare” spirit. The team has undergone a radical shake-up, not just in terms of striking livery which features TUDOR branding, but across all departments, from management to engineering, as it sets out on a new adventure aimed at making it a Formula 1 front-runner. This young Formula 1 team, supported by TUDOR, demonstrates the daring ethos and fighting spirit that the partnership celebrates.
Back in early 2024, TUDOR announced its return to motorsport, partnering with the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team. To mark the occasion, TUDOR created this team-exclusive version of its Master Chronometer certified Black Bay Ceramic, complete with a blue dial that matches the team’s striking livery. The partnership speaks to challenging the status quo in Formula 1 with a strong identity, unique style, and uncompromising quality, just like TUDOR watches. Now fans can finally wear the same watch as the drivers, connecting directly to the excitement and precision of Formula One racing.
Ceramic offers exceptional properties that make it ideal for high-performance sports watches, being significantly lighter than stainless steel while providing superior scratch resistance and durability. The matte black ceramic case with micro-blasted finish creates a sophisticated aesthetic that resists showing wear marks, scratches, and impacts that would damage traditional materials. The monobloc middle case construction enhances structural integrity while the ceramic’s hypoallergenic properties make it suitable for extended wear during active pursuits.
The manufacturing process involves firing ceramic at extremely high temperatures, creating a material that’s harder than steel yet remarkably light. For the Black Bay Ceramic, this translates to exceptional comfort during extended wear while maintaining the substantial presence expected from a professional diving watch. The ceramic’s thermal properties also provide comfortable wearing characteristics, remaining neutral to skin temperature rather than feeling cold like metal alternatives.
This exclusive version directly connects to the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team through authentic design elements rather than superficial branding. The distinctive blue dial precisely matches the team’s livery colours, creating immediate visual association with the race car. The advanced ceramic construction mirrors the cutting-edge materials technology used in Formula One car construction, where weight reduction and durability are paramount for performance.
The partnership represents TUDOR’s commitment to supporting a young, tech-forward Formula One team that embodies the “Born to Dare” spirit through their willingness to challenge established competitors. The watch serves as more than merchandise, it’s the actual timepiece worn by the racing team, providing fans with authentic connection to the sport’s pinnacle. The combination of advanced materials, METAS certification, and motorsport heritage creates a timepiece that genuinely reflects Formula One’s technological excellence.
METAS Master Chronometer certification represents the watch industry’s most comprehensive testing protocol, surpassing traditional COSC standards through evaluation of the complete watch rather than just the movement. The MT5602-1U movement undergoes rigorous testing for precision, resistance to magnetic fields, waterproofness, and power reserve, ensuring exceptional real-world performance under demanding conditions including the electromagnetic environment of modern racing.
For the Black Bay Ceramic, this certification guarantees precision within strict tolerances and exceptional magnetic resistance, crucial for Formula One environments filled with electronic systems and magnetic fields. The testing process validates not only chronometric precision but also the watch’s ability to maintain accuracy after exposure to magnetic fields exceeding 15,000 gauss, providing users with confidence in their timepiece’s reliability across diverse professional and recreational situations.
The 41mm diameter provides optimal balance between presence and wearability, offering sufficient dial real estate for clear legibility while remaining comfortable for daily wear. This size accommodates the complex dial architecture including the blue domed surface, applied markers, and rotating bezel functionality without compromising readability. The ceramic construction’s lightweight properties make the substantial case feel more manageable than equivalent steel timepieces.
The 22mm lug width creates harmonious proportions with the hybrid leather and rubber strap while the 14.4mm thickness houses the sophisticated MT5602-1U movement without becoming unwieldy. This sizing strikes the perfect balance for motorsport-inspired design, providing commanding wrist presence suitable for the Formula One connection while maintaining versatility for various wearing occasions beyond racing enthusiast activities.
The Black Bay Ceramic Blue embodies TUDOR’s “Born to Dare” philosophy through its willingness to embrace advanced materials technology and motorsport partnerships that challenge traditional watchmaking boundaries. Supporting the young Visa Cash App Racing Bulls team demonstrates daring by backing an underdog organisation committed to disrupting Formula One’s established order. The ceramic construction itself represents technical daring, requiring sophisticated manufacturing processes and significant investment in materials research.
TUDOR’s approach to this partnership reflects authentic commitment rather than superficial sponsorship, creating a timepiece that racing team members actually wear rather than simply branded merchandise. The combination of cutting-edge materials, METAS certification, and Formula One heritage creates a watch that dares to compete with established luxury sports watch categories while offering genuine technical innovation and motorsport authenticity that resonates with enthusiasts seeking both performance and passion.
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