Tudor Black Bay Pro automatic opaline white dial steel bracelet 39 mm

A tool watch designed for exploration

Building on the solid reputation of the Black Bay Pro, Tudor presents a modernized and technical version of this iconic model. Remaining true to its adventurous spirit, the new Black Bay Pro retains the characteristics that made it a success: a 39 mm steel case, a fixed satin-finished bezel with 24-hour graduation and an in-house caliber MT5652 with integrated GMT function.

The major innovation is its opaline dial, which offers exceptional legibility thanks to distinctive aesthetic touches. The applied ceramic hour-markers, with their pronounced black contours, provide a heightened contrast that contributes to the unique visual identity of this model. In addition to offering a refined design, this dial has been designed to guarantee optimal legibility in all conditions. Designed for exploration, especially polar or underground exploration, this version of the Black Bay Pro reflects Tudor's expertise in creating robust and functional watches.

Two time zones and an adventure-inspired design

The Tudor Black Bay Pro stands out for its ability to display two time zones simultaneously, a valuable feature for modern explorers. The reference time is indicated by an angular yellow “Snowflake” hand, Tudor's signature design since 1969, which makes one revolution of the dial every 24 hours. To indicate the local time, a second shorter “Snowflake” hand is used, adjustable in jumps of one hour forwards or backwards.

A remarkable feature of this model is the date display, located in a window at 3 o'clock. Coupled with the jumping hour hand, the date automatically jumps back to the previous day when set retrograde to midnight. This rare and sophisticated feature ensures ease of use for travelers.

This robust watch is in the tradition of Tudor tool watches, designed to withstand extreme environments. Inspired by the legacy of the models worn by exploration pioneers, notably the members of the British North Greenland Expedition over 70 years ago, the Black Bay Pro is made for adventure. At the time, Tudor had equipped these explorers with the brand's first waterproof and automatic watch, the Oyster Prince, to face the harsh Arctic climate.

The design of the Black Bay Pro reflects this spirit of endurance and performance. Its winding crown, completely redesigned for a better grip, is reminiscent of the crowns of Tudor's historic technical watches. Plated to the middle band, it does not reveal any tubes, offering an elegant and professional finish. The monobloc ceramic hour markers, filled with luminescent material, emphasize the technical character of the watch.

A sturdy, comfortable riveted bracelet

The Black Bay Pro is equipped with a riveted steel bracelet inspired by historic Tudor models from the 1950s and 1960s. While preserving the retro aesthetic of visible rivets on the edges, this bracelet benefits from a modern construction with solid links and laser-finished pivot heads.

This bracelet is not only a tribute to the past but also offers excellent everyday comfort thanks to its TUDOR T-fit quick-adjustment clasp. This ingenious system can be adjusted easily and precisely in five positions without the use of tools, with an adjustment range of 8 mm for optimal support on the wrist. This feature is particularly appreciated for everyday use or when the temperature changes, always guaranteeing perfect comfort.

The combination of brushed steel and polished finishes brings an elegant touch while maintaining the robustness necessary for an exploration watch. This steel bracelet, both vintage and contemporary, perfectly matches the technical aesthetic of the Black Bay Pro, offering a perfect balance between watchmaking tradition and modern innovation.

A high-performance, COSC-certified caliber

At the heart of the Black Bay Pro beats the Manufacture Calibre MT5652, a mechanical movement with bidirectional self-winding developed specifically by Tudor to incorporate the GMT function. Rather than add an additional module, the brand has opted for an evolutionary architecture, thus guaranteeing increased robustness and exemplary reliability.

This movement is chronometer-certified by the COSC, with a guaranteed precision of -2 to +4 seconds per day, well above the usual watchmaking standards. The 70-hour power reserve means you can take off the watch on Friday evening and put it back on Monday morning without winding it.

The construction of the caliber is designed for longevity and precision, with a variable inertia balance maintained by a solid traversing bridge with a double anchor point. The silicon balance spring protects the movement from magnetic interference, thus ensuring unfailing reliability. The frequency of 28,800 vph (4 Hz) ensures smooth display of seconds, while the GMT function allows simultaneous display of local time and a 24-hour reference time.

The Tudor Black Bay Pro with riveted steel bracelet is thus the perfect compromise between robustness, versatility and elegance. Designed for today's adventurers, it perpetuates the tradition of Tudor watches conceived for exploration, while integrating modern technical advances for optimal performance.