Tudor Black Bay Chrono automatic black dial riveted steel bracelet 41 mm

A sporty and elegant watch

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of its chronographs in 2022, Tudor reinvented its iconic Black Bay Chrono model, giving it a decidedly sporty and technical style. Inspired by the brand's heritage of racing and diving watches, this version combined the best of both worlds.

The 41 mm 316L steel case has satin-brushed and polished finishes, emphasizing the robust and elegant character of the watch. The fixed steel bezel, with its matte black anodized aluminum insert and silver tachymeter scale, is reminiscent of classic chronographs while asserting its modern and bold spirit.

This “reverse panda” version is distinguished by its deep black dial, embellished with silver-rimmed sub-counters, offering a striking contrast for optimal readability. This aesthetic choice captures the spirit of classic chronographs while integrating the contemporary DNA of the Black Bay line.

The iconic “Snowflake” hands, introduced by Tudor in 1969, are coated with luminescent Swiss Super-LumiNova® grade A for clear reading, even in low light. In keeping with the Tudor tradition, the minute counter is graduated to 45 minutes, reminiscent of the brand's first chronographs, while the date is discreetly placed at 6 o'clock for a perfect balance on the dial.

This “reverse panda” design pays homage to classic chronographs while adding a modern touch, ideal for lovers of sporty and elegant watches.

A tribute to Tudor chronographs

The history of Tudor chronographs began in 1970 with the Oysterdate model, a robust and functional watch adopted by the world of motor sports. The Black Bay Chrono perpetuates this tradition by integrating modern watchmaking innovations while retaining the historical codes.

The steel pushers, inspired by the first generation of Tudor chronographs, are screwed in at 2 and 4 o'clock to ensure water resistance to 200 meters. This design, faithful to the brand's attention to detail, ensures safe and precise handling.

The spirit of the Black Bay Chrono is that of the asphalt and the sea, combining the tradition of sports chronographs with the DNA of Tudor diving watches. This iconic model embodies versatility and performance in a sleek and refined design.

A robust and authentic riveted steel bracelet

The Black Bay Chrono is equipped with a “rivet-style” three-link steel bracelet, a nod to the Tudor models of the 1950s and 1960s. This bracelet is distinguished by its vintage aesthetic with the rivet heads visible on the edge, reminiscent of the old folded rivet bracelets.

Despite its retro look, this bracelet benefits from modern construction with solid links for added sturdiness. It also features the TUDOR “T-fit” quick-adjust clasp, allowing easy and precise adjustment to five positions without tools. This ingenious system offers optimum comfort, particularly during temperature variations or changes in activity.

A high-performance chronograph caliber

The Black Bay Chrono is powered by the Manufacture Calibre MT5813, a self-winding mechanical movement with bidirectional rotor winding, designed to guarantee robustness and precision. This movement is chronometer-certified by the COSC, with a power reserve of 70 hours and a daily tolerance of -2 to +4 seconds, well above the standard requirements.

With a 70-hour power reserve, this caliber is “weekend-proof,” allowing the watch to be taken off on Friday evening and put back on Monday morning without having to be wound again. The column wheel mechanism and vertical clutch ensure smooth and precise activation of the pushers, offering a pleasant and reliable user experience.

The MT5813 is derived from Breitling's B01 chronograph caliber, the result of a collaboration between the two brands, but incorporates specific finishes and a regulating organ developed by Tudor. The monobloc tungsten rotor is openworked and satin-brushed with sand-blasted details, while the bridges alternate between polished and sand-blasted surfaces, reflecting Tudor's quality and watchmaking expertise.