Shop Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Watches With Bezel
Interested in adding a Tudor Black Bay timepiece to your collection? Bezel has an extensive collection of the different Black Bay variants to suit your taste. Arguably one of the most successful watches from Tudor, the Black Bay is a family of retro-inspired diving watches renowned for their vintage charm and technical sophistication.
The Legacy of Tudor Black Bay Watches
The Tudor Black Bay belongs to the Swiss watchmaker’s heritage collection of retro-inspired timepieces. Although introduced in 2012, the Black Bay represents over six decades of diving watch history condensed into a single, unique timepiece.
Rolex’s sister company, Tudor, began producing dive watches in 1954, starting with the release of the Tudor Oyster Prince Submariner, which was inspired by the Rolex Submariner launched about a year earlier.
The Ref 7924 had a depth rating of 200 meters, which has been adopted as the standard depth rating for Tudor dive watches today, including the Black Bay. Over the course of the next few decades, the Tudor Prince Submariner underwent a series of minor evolutions, culminating in the creation of several notable models.
These landmark models would eventually become the inspiration for Tudor’s retro-inspired Black Bay collection in 2012. The watch borrowed several elements from the older dive watches. These include a prominent winding crown from the 1958 "Big Crown" Submariner (Ref. 7924), the distinctive angular "snowflake" hands first seen in the brand's 1969 Ref. 7016 and famously used by the French National Navy.
Even the dial design is reminiscent of Tudor's diving watches from the 1950s, often featuring applied indices and a domed structure. The combination of all of these elements in one timepiece converges to create a watch that honors Tudor's rich heritage while offering contemporary reliability and style.
How Much Does a Tudor Black Bay Watch Cost
Tudor watches have long been considered a reasonably priced alternative to Rolex, and the Black Bay is no exception. While pricing still varies for the different models and material variants, the Black Bay comes at a relatively accessible price point for a diving watch while offering significant value for its cost.
Retail Cost
The cost of buying a Tudor Black Bay timepiece from an official retailer varies from about $3,000 to $6,000 on average. It is worth noting that limited-edition or precious metal variants of this watch may cost significantly more than the retail markup, but they are generally within this range. The Black Bay 31 to 41 series is the most affordable option in this collection, which makes sense because they’re technically not diving watches like the rest of the collection. On the other hand, models in the Black Bay chronograph collection tend to command the highest prices due to their complications.
How Much Does a Pre-Owned Tudor Black Bay Cost
You can expect to spend considerably less on a used Black Bay Tudor watch if you opt to purchase it in the pre-owned market. Models in this collection can be purchased for as low as $2,000, especially if you’re buying one of the older models or simpler ones with no additional features. However, prices can also go up to $5,000 on the higher end, especially for the latest models.
Key Features of Tudor Black Bay Watches
Materials
Tudor Black Bay timepieces are available in a wide range of casing options, each with its own unique physical characteristics and aesthetic appeal. Stainless steel is the most common material used for this timepiece, which makes sense since it is the standard material used for Rolex and Tudor tool watches.
However, a few models feature unusual case materials, including bronze, which has the tendency to develop a distinctive patina over time, adding some character to the watch as it ages. The Tudor Black Bay collection also features variants with gold casings, as well as two-toned options that combine gold and stainless steel on their case and bracelet.
Movement
The Tudor Black Bay collection includes watches equipped with mechanical movements sourced from third-party suppliers or developed in-house by Tudor. Older models, such as the 79220 series watches, had Calibers produced by ETA. Over time, models with in-house movement were introduced. These movements, such as the MT5602 and MT5652, are robust, accurate, and offer a generous power reserve of up to 70 hours. Many modern Black Bay watches are fitted with chronometer-certified movements, which confirms their superior precision and performance.
Bezel
The bezels of Tudor Black Bay watches vary in both design and materials. Most models have unidirectional rotating bezels made with either aluminum or ceramic inserts. These are the true diving watches. However, some models have fixed bezels. Good examples include the Black Bay Bronze and all the Black Bay models, specifically the 31, 36, 39, and 41 watches. While this contributes to their Refined and versatile aesthetic, it makes them less suitable for diving, which is an important factor to consider when shopping for these watches. Dial
Tudor Black Bay watches are produced in a wide range of simple dial colors. Black and Blue are the most common, but you’ll also find a few variants in red or bronze colors, with finishes that vary from textured to gradient, depending on the model.
Like the vintage Tudor and Rolex watches that inspired this watch, the Tudor Black Bay is renowned for its clear and legible dial design, which is precisely what you want in a timepiece designed to be read underwater. Most models feature vintage dial elements, including signature snowflake hands, applied hour markers, and a domed dial. These features can also be seen in older Tudor models from the 1960s.
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Our online marketplace offers a ready market of horological enthusiasts seeking to purchase authentic, pre-owned luxury watches like yours. Our expert team will handle the entire sales process professionally, including verifying the authenticity of your watch through an in-house authentication process and appraising its value. We’ll also handle marketing and negotiate with buyers on your behalf. With Bezel, you can trust you're getting the best value for your Tudor Black Bay.
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