Why is Black Bay 58 so popular?

The Black Bay 58 is beautifully refined, thanks to its 39mm case size, which is 2mm smaller than the existing Black Bay models. Two millimetres doesn't sound like much, but that's roughly 5% smaller. Having owned the original Black Bay Blue (ref 79220B) this size difference is both noticeable and extremely welcome.

Is Black Bay 58 the perfect watch?

Combined with equally miniaturised proportions, including a sub-12mm thickness and narrower strap, and the 58 quite pointedly honours the first hallmark of the perfect watch.

Is the Black Bay 58 an everyday watch?

Arguably Tudor's most popular current model, at least among watch enthusiasts, the Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight has a massive following and is frequently touted as one of the best divers and one of the best everyday watches on the market.

What is the difference between Black Bay and Black Bay 58?

The Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight is the reduced sized version of the standard Black Bay Heritage dive watch that first appeared in 2018, and it is characterized by its smaller 39mm case diameter.

How accurate is the Black Bay 58?

I had previously read on other forums of majority BB58 owners recording < +/- 1 sec per day. After wearing mine for a day, I woke up to notice that mine was -5 sec. When I am wearing the watch it is usually dial-up or crown left.

People Are Dumping The Tudor Black Bay 58

Is the Black Bay 58 a dress watch?

WHAT IT'S LIKE ON THE WRIST. To my delight, the 58 proved to be delightful and works well on the leather strap - and (I think) works nicely as a dress watch. The Black Bay 58 is beautifully refined, thanks to its 39mm case size, which is 2mm smaller than the existing Black Bay models.

Is Black Bay 58 a dive watch?

Having produced its first diver's watch in 1954 in the form of the Oyster Prince Submariner Reference 7922, the horology house's sea-faring tool watches now enjoy a strong reputation and widespread popularity. The Black Bay 58 is no exception.

Why is it called a Black Bay 58?

The BB58, as enthusiasts call it, is so-named because Tudor's first dive watches debuted in 1958. Although models in the modern collection, launched in 2018, have black dials, the new one is inspired specifically by a series with blue dials, introduced in 1969.

What is a Black Bay 58?

What Is The Tudor Black Bay 58? Tudor's foray into dive watches began in 1954 when the Rolex subsidiary produced a lower-cost version of the Rolex Submariner, unsurprisingly called the Tudor Submariner. In 1999 Tudor discontinued its Submariner, then brought back their divers in 2012 with the smash hit 41mm Black Bay.

When did Black Bay 58 come out?

The hyped and elusive Tudor Black Bay 58 Navy Blue released in July 2020 as a non-limited model that somehow like most Rolex models managed to secure a place in the elite, never-ending sinkhole simply named 'the waitlist'.

Can you dive with a Tudor Black Bay?

Tudor Black Bay: One of the most reliable diving watches

Tudor Black Bay offers various types of dive watches, and all of them maintain a water resistance up to 200 meters. The Classic, Date and Fifty-Eight are 41mm models whereas tudor black bay bronze has a 43mm case and Black Bay P01 features a 42mm diameter case.

What does Black Bay mean?

According to the brand, the name Black Bay stems from “a fictitious hidden cove, which holds secrets can only be discovered over time, step by step”. It was a modern interpretation of the first diver's watch from 1954 which, just like then, has been reinterpreted again and again over the past eight years.

Is Black Bay 58 automatic?

The Black Bay Fifty-Eight is a simple diver's watch, with a 39mm case, navy dial with matching unidirectional rotating bezel, illuminated markers and an automatic movement.

Can you Overwind a Tudor Black Bay 58?

Edit: Confirmed it's the clutch mechanism to avoid overwinding.

Do Tudor watches appreciate?

In fact, it is well known that some timepieces actually appreciate in value and can prove to be exceptionally good investments. Tudor is just one watch brand that enjoys this luxury.

Is the Black Bay a submariner?

Second Opinions The Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Is Not A Submariner Alternative.

Are Tudor Black Bay good watches?

Hands-on with the Tudor Black Bay

If you can get over the thickness of the piece and the lack of date (this is the first watch that I didn't even notice it was dateless), then I'd say this is almost a must-have for any collector's collection. For me, this watch is almost a perfect lifelong beater watch.

What is the Black Bay 58 based on?

Iconic Looks. Alright, so the elephant in the room here is that the Black Bay 58 looks like a Rolex Submariner. And it would, because the original 1958 Tudor this is inspired by was based on a Rolex Submariner.

What type of steel does Tudor use?

Tudor uses 316L stainless steel for all its watches and has always done.

Is Tudor better than Omega?

It is a close call when it comes to celebrity endorsements, but Omega retains its value better than Tudor. While Rolex has the industry in the bag when it comes to value retention, Tudor doesn't get nearly the same treatment.

Is Rolex made by Tudor?

Watch enthusiasts and newbies alike would know that Tudor is Rolex's sister company. The brand has been making waves since their revamp in 2010, releasing hits such as the Tudor Black Bay and Pelagos. While Tudor was generally known as Rolex's more affordable younger sibling, the brand has quickly come into its own.

Is Tudor a luxury brand?

Tudor isn't as well-known as the other luxury brands on this list, but it comes with some serious pedigree because it's actually owned by Rolex. Far from being a second-class brand, Tudor is becoming increasingly popular thanks to watches like the Black Bay.

Does Black Bay 925 tarnish?

925 silver hasn't really been used in force for watch cases for nearly a century. It's soft and most importantly, it tarnishes unless alloyed with some very specific metals.

Is Tudor Black Bay waterproof?

It was significant for its oversized, unprotected crown, a key feature on all Tudor Black Bays. It was also the first Submariner to be waterproof to 200m (20 bar/ 660ft).