After all, neo-vintage watches when executed well are currently enjoying a certain level of popularity in the market. That 1958 watch was the revered “Big Crown” Ref. 7924, known for its 8 mm crown without crown guards. It is for this reason that the entire collection is known as Black Bay Fifty-Eight (hence '58).Jan 7, 2021
Is the Black Bay 58 worth it?
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. I truly loved my Black Bay Blue; it was my first 'real watch'.
How big is the Black Bay 58?
Praise has been widespread for this watch. Yes, the new Black Bay chronographs look great, but with a date complication and thick case, it can't compete with the comfort of the Black Bay 58, which is 39mm wide, 11.9mm thick and 47mm lug-to-lug.Aug 6, 2021
What is the difference between Black Bay and 58?
Earlier this year, in July 2020, Tudor released the newest version of the Tudor Black Bay, the Black Bay 58. The Black Bay 58 is a much sleeker model, as it measures at a smaller 39 mm and is 11.9 mm thick/tall.
What is so special about the Black Bay 58?
That 1958 watch was the revered “Big Crown” Ref. 7924, known for its 8 mm crown without crown guards. It is for this reason that the entire collection is known as Black Bay Fifty-Eight (hence '58). The innovative 1958 model's case was made thicker, while its screw-down crown became larger.Jan 7, 2021
Is Black Bay 58 a dive watch?
TUDOR's original Black Bay 58 is clearly a watch that aims to transport its followers back to the past. The design code is an adaption of its first diving watches from the 1950s more specifically, the year 1958, when TUDOR produced a diver's watch with water-resistance to 200 m for the first time.Jan 7, 2021
Is Tudor Black Bay 58 waterproof?
The black-and-gold Black Bay 58's “oversized” crown is a throwback to the first TUDOR dive watches waterproofed to 200 meters (660 ft). The similarly submersible 58's screw-down winding crown boasts a TUDOR rose in relief, perched above a satin-brushed steel winding crown tube.