TUDOR Royal Black Dial 41mm Watch M28600

The TUDOR Royal Black Dial 41mm represents the epitome of versatile sport-chic watchmaking, combining integrated bracelet elegance with accessible luxury and exceptional technical performance. Positioned at the crossroads between classic dress watches and contemporary sports timepieces, the Royal range revives a name TUDOR first used in the 1950s to emphasise superior quality. This 41mm model delivers refined aesthetics through its distinctive notched bezel, sunray-finished black dial, and integrated five-link bracelet that flows seamlessly from case to wrist.

Powered by the self-winding Calibre T603 with 38-hour power reserve, this timepiece offers both day and date complications, distinguishing the 41mm version within the Royal collection. The black sunray dial creates elegant lighting effects that accentuate the watch’s sophisticated character, while applied Roman numeral hour markers provide timeless refinement. The integrated metal bracelet, featuring three wide satin-brushed links between two polished elements, ensures exceptional wearing comfort and unmistakable style that transitions effortlessly from business meetings to weekend activities.

Condition: Excellent pre-owned condition
Includes: Complete box set with papers
Warranty: Valid until 2028
Shipping: Free UK delivery

TUDOR Royal Black Dial 41mm Key Features

Refined Case Construction

• 41mm stainless steel case with polished and satin finishes
• 10.6mm case thickness for elegant proportions
• 10mm lug width integrated with bracelet design
• Distinctive notched bezel with alternating polish and grooves
• 100-metre water resistance (330 feet)
• Sapphire crystal with excellent clarity
• Reference: M28600

Calibre T603 Movement

• Self-winding mechanical movement
• 38-hour power reserve
• Day display at 12 o’clock position
• Date display at 3 o’clock position
• Hours, minutes, and seconds functions
• Screw-down crown with TUDOR logo
• Swiss automatic winding system

Sunray Black Dial Design

• Black dial with sunray finish radiating from centre
• Applied Roman numeral hour markers
• Elegant lighting effects and reflections
• Day of the week window at 12 o’clock
• Date aperture at 3 o’clock
• Refined hands with luminous coating
• Sport-chic aesthetic character

Integrated Five-Link Bracelet

• Integrated metal bracelet flowing seamlessly from case
• Five-row construction with mixed finishes
• Satin-brushed external and central links
• Polished intermediate links for contrast
• Folding clasp with safety catch
• Smooth surfaces emphasising wrist comfort
• Five-year transferable guarantee included

The Royal Heritage and Philosophy

Royal is a name first used by TUDOR in the 1950s to emphasise the superior quality of its watches, representing a commitment to excellence that transcended price positioning. With this heritage in mind, the contemporary TUDOR Royal range offers self-winding sport-chic watches with integrated bracelets that are as affordable as they are uncompromising. Boasting first-class technical performance and refined aesthetic, this line sits at the crossroads between classic and sports watches, addressing modern demands for versatility without compromising either elegance or functionality.

The TUDOR Royal represents the ultimate in balance, elegance and versatility through thoughtful design details rooted in brand history. The characteristic notched bezel, with its alternating surface polish and cut grooves, gives the Royal its unique personality while the sunray motif dial creates elegant lighting effects that accentuate the chic character. The five-year transferable guarantee with no registration or periodic maintenance checks required demonstrates TUDOR’s confidence in the Royal’s construction quality and long-term reliability.

Perfect For

• Versatile daily wear seekers
• Sport-chic aesthetic admirers
• Integrated bracelet enthusiasts
• TUDOR collectors and fans
• Professional environment wearers
• Day/date complication users
• Accessible luxury watch buyers
• First luxury timepiece investors

Frequently Asked Questions

What Makes the Integrated Bracelet Design Special?

The integrated bracelet design ensures an uninterrupted visual line flowing seamlessly from case to wrist, creating fluidity and unmistakable style that distinguishes the Royal from traditional watches with separate lugs and interchangeable straps. This approach requires precise engineering to maintain comfort and flexibility while achieving aesthetic cohesion between case and bracelet. The five-link construction, characterised by three wide satin-brushed links between two slimmer polished elements, creates textural contrast while ensuring smooth surfaces that emphasise wearing comfort.

Integrated bracelet designs have become synonymous with luxury sports watches, providing contemporary aesthetic that suits both casual and formal wearing occasions. The TUDOR Royal’s bracelet demonstrates the brand’s attention to surface quality and edge finishing, ensuring comfort during extended wear while maintaining refined appearance. The folding clasp with safety catch provides security and convenience, while the mixed brush and polish finishes create visual interest that complements the notched bezel’s alternating textures.

How Does the Notched Bezel Enhance the Design?

The distinctive notched bezel, with its alternating surface polish and cut grooves, creates dimensional interest and tactile distinction while connecting to TUDOR’s design heritage. This bezel treatment provides visual complexity through light reflection across varied surface textures, ensuring the watch appears dynamic rather than monolithic under different lighting conditions. The notched design also offers practical benefits, providing grip for bezel manipulation even though the Royal’s bezel serves decorative rather than functional rotating purposes.

The bezel’s alternating finishes require careful manufacturing to maintain consistent groove depth and polish quality across the circumference, demonstrating TUDOR’s commitment to finishing standards typically associated with higher price brackets. This design element gives the Royal its unique personality within TUDOR’s collection, distinguishing it from dive watches with functional rotating bezels while providing sophisticated alternative to smooth polished bezels common on dress watches. The notched bezel bridges sport and classic aesthetics, reinforcing the Royal’s positioning at the crossroads of these traditionally separate categories.

What Advantages Does the Day/Date Complication Provide?

The 41mm Royal’s day and date display provides practical functionality for professional and business environments where tracking both day of week and numerical date proves essential for scheduling, appointments, and travel planning. Having both complications eliminates the need to consult calendars or digital devices for basic temporal reference, making the watch genuinely useful beyond simple timekeeping. The day display at 12 o’clock and date at 3 o’clock create balanced dial architecture while maintaining excellent legibility.

The dual complication distinguishes the 41mm version from smaller Royal models, providing additional value and functionality that justifies the case size for those seeking comprehensive time/date information on their wrist. The automatic movement’s ability to track both complications without requiring manual adjustment except for months with fewer than 31 days enhances convenience for daily wear. This practical approach reflects TUDOR’s philosophy of creating watches that serve genuine needs rather than simply pursuing complication count for marketing purposes.

How Does the Sunray Dial Finish Affect Appearance?

The sunray motif radiating from the dial centre creates elegant lighting effects and reflections that transform the watch’s appearance throughout the day as lighting conditions change. This dynamic surface treatment prevents the black dial from appearing flat or monotonous, instead providing depth and visual interest that accentuates the Royal’s chic character. The sunray finish interacts beautifully with the applied Roman numerals, creating shadow play that enhances three-dimensional dial architecture.

Sunray finishes require precise manufacturing to achieve consistent radial pattern emanating from the centre point, with groove depth and direction determining the intensity of light reflection. The black colour choice for the Royal dial creates sophisticated foundation for the sunray effect, allowing the finish to create subtle variations in tone from deep black in shadow to lighter grey where light reflects directly. This finishing technique elevates the Royal above simple printed or matte dial alternatives, providing luxury visual appeal appropriate to TUDOR’s heritage positioning.

Why Choose the Royal Over Other TUDOR Collections?

The Royal occupies unique position within TUDOR’s lineup, offering integrated bracelet sport-chic aesthetics distinct from the dive-focused Black Bay and Pelagos collections or the vintage-inspired 1926 range. The Royal’s positioning at the crossroads between classic and sports watches creates versatility that suits diverse wearing occasions without requiring collection of specialised timepieces. The accessible pricing combined with five-year guarantee and uncompromising technical performance makes the Royal attractive entry point for TUDOR ownership.

The integrated bracelet design and refined aesthetic make the Royal particularly suitable for professional environments where dive watches might appear too casual while traditional dress watches lack the contemporary edge many wearers prefer. The day/date complication in the 41mm model provides practical advantages over time-only alternatives, while the sunray dial and notched bezel create distinctive visual identity. For those seeking single watch capable of serving multiple roles, the Royal delivers balance between elegance and versatility that justifies its position within modern watch collections.