TUDOR At Watches & Wonders 2024

TUDOR at Watches and Wonders 2024

Once more, as the annual Watches & Wonders event unfolds, watch enthusiasts will be excited to explore TUDOR's 2024 releases from Geneva, Switzerland. Among the highlights are the newest entries to the iconic Black Bay range, showcasing impressive additions such as the Black Bay 58 GMT, a timepiece designed to captivate jet-setters with its dual time zone functionality. Additionally, the monochrome variant of the Black Bay promises a sleek aesthetic, while the Black Bay 58 18k emerges as a striking statement of luxury, crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold. TUDOR reintroduces the feminine Clair De Rose collection, now enhanced with captivating 'TUDOR Blue' dials, which have been a hallmark of the brand since 1969.

Tudor Black Bay 58 GMT 

TUDOR is expanding its esteemed Black Bay line with a new addition, the Black Bay 58 GMT, a timepiece that harks back to an era of jet-set sophistication. Featuring the brand's new mid-size GMT Manufacture Calibre, this fresh model boasts a captivating blend of warm burgundy, black, and gilt accents adorning its bezel. 

Retaining the characteristic proportions of the 1950s, with its 39mm stainless steel case, it also features a black and burgundy bezel. This GMT rendition introduces subtle refinements such as a domed matt black dial with gilt accents and the signature "Snowflake" hands, a revered feature of TUDOR divers' watches since 1969.

The construction of the Manufacture Calibre MT5450-U is engineered to ensure durability and accuracy. To achieve this, a robust traversing bridge with dual-point anchoring supports the variable inertia balance wheel. It has been officially certified as a chronometer by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC), surpassing the institute's established standards. While COSC permits an average daily rate variance of -4 to +6 seconds for uncased movements, TUDOR adheres to a tighter 6-second (-2/+4) standard for fully assembled watches. However, METAS mandates that a Master Chronometer certified timepiece must operate within a tolerance range of 5 seconds (0/+5). The Manufacture Calibre MT5450-U not only meets these stricter accuracy criteria but also boasts anti-magnetic properties, rendering it immune to magnetic fields up to 15,000 gauss.

The TUDOR Black Bay 58 GMT is available on a rubber strap or stainless steel bracelet featuring TUDOR's innovative "T-fit" rapid adjustment clasp. Backed by a five-year transferable guarantee and requiring no registration or periodic maintenance checks, it embodies TUDOR's commitment to quality and durability.

Black Bay Monochrome

TUDOR unveils one of the newest members of the iconic Black Bay collection, released back in 2012. Alongside the third-generation Black Bay with a striking burgundy bezel, this latest iteration introduces a monochromatic variant, featuring a sleek black dial adorned with applied rhodium-plated hour markers and hands for a contemporary appeal.

Aptly named Black Bay, this design in the TUDOR collection showcases the brand's mastery of chronometry and resistance to magnetic fields, drawing inspiration from TUDOR's rich heritage of crafting durable professional diving watches over nearly seven decades. Tested rigorously by the Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS), the Black Bay seamlessly combines cutting-edge watchmaking technology with design elements that pay homage to TUDOR's Born To Dare legacy.

Key features include the original Black Bay proportions, a 41mm stainless steel case with a unidirectional black bezel accented with silver, a subtly domed satin radial-brushed black dial with silver accents, and the iconic "Snowflake" hands luminescent with Grade A Swiss Super-LumiNova® material. Powered by the Manufacture Calibre MT5602-U, certified by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC), boasting a silicon hairspring and an impressive 70-hour power reserve. The Black Bay comes fitted with either a stainless steel "rivet-style" 3-link bracelet,  five-oval-shaped-link bracelet, or a cut-to-size rubber strap option, all fitted with  TUDOR's innovative "T-fit" rapid adjustment clasp for the perfect fit.

CLAIR DE ROSE

TUDOR reintroduces the feminine Clair de Rose collection, incorporating distinctive new blue dials that reflect the brand's signature style. These fresh designs are exclusively offered in stainless steel and feature mechanical movements. The collection includes three different sizes, each with two unique designs.

Clair de Rose is a classic TUDOR line whose name poetically refers to both clair de lune, “moonlight” in French, and the historical logo of the brand, a rose, combining the two in a playful way. In 2024, the family gets a brand-new “TUDOR Blue” dial. In a classic, refined and timeless spirit, it uses the brand’s historic aesthetic codes without straying from the gentle curves of its middle case and its striking winding crown, which on this model is set with a blue spinel cabochon. Available in three sizes, 26, 30 and 34 millimeters in diameter, it presents opaline and now “TUDOR Blue” dials with delicate decorations in relief, punctuated with Roman numerals or diamonds. Clair de Rose is fitted with a self-winding movement complete with date function and is available exclusively in stainless steel. 

Since 1969, when TUDOR debuted its iconic blue dial on the TUDOR Submariner, blue dials have become a defining feature across many models in the brand's collection. TUDOR Blue isn't a single shade but represents the strong association of blue with TUDOR, frequently appearing throughout its model lineup.

This feminine watch embodies TUDOR's rich legacy, dating back to the 1930s art-deco era when the brand crafted intricate jewellery timepieces. The Clair de Rose line offers a contemporary interpretation of this heritage, blending delicacy with boldness and drawing inspiration from iconic collections like Princess, Glamour, and Miss TUDOR. The design features elements like the signature winding crown with a precious spinel cabochon, borrowed from the Miss TUDOR collection. Additionally, the line showcases a stainless steel 5-link bracelet, known as the "beads of rice" bracelet, renowned for its small size, expert engineering, and polished finishes, providing unparalleled comfort.

THE NEW BLACK BAY 58 18k

TUDOR introduces a striking iteration of its popular model, the Black Bay 58, crafted in 18 ct yellow gold. Named the Black Bay 58 18K, it pays tribute to both the precious metal used in its construction and the year 1958 when TUDOR introduced its first divers' watch, the waterproof reference 7924 or "Big Crown." Notably, the Black Bay 58 18K is the inaugural TUDOR divers' watch crafted from solid 18 ct yellow gold, boasting an open case back and a complementary satin-finished gold bracelet.

Designed for robustness and precision, the Manufacture Calibre MT5400, which powers the impressive TUDOR Black Bay 58 18k, has an impressive “weekend-proof” 7—hour power reserve, and employs a variable inertia balance wheel supported by a sturdy traversing bridge with two-point anchoring. Certified as a chronometer by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC), its performance exceeds COSC standards. While COSC permits a daily rate variation of -4 to +6 seconds for uncased movements, TUDOR imposes a tighter 6-second (-2/+4) standard for fully assembled watches featuring Manufacture Calibres.

As an authorised TUDOR Retailer, we take immense pride in presenting these exquisite timepieces. Should you desire a firsthand experience of our diverse range of TUDOR watches, don't hesitate to reach out to us by calling on 01234 630821. Our dedicated specialists are eager to assist and guide you in making the perfect choice.