Overview
Originally launched in 2012 with the reference 79220R, the Tudor Black Bay took the watch world by storm and catapulted the brand to a top player in the affordable luxury sports watch category. The collection has grown over the years to include a number of watches with vintage-inspired designs that harken back to Tudor’s Submariners from the 1950s and 60s. The most emblematic feature of these watches is, of course, the use of a “snowflake” hour hand pulled directly from the vintage reference 7016. With a plethora of different case sizes, styles, complications, and case materials, there’s a little something for everyone in the Black Bay line.
The Black Bay 54 here is a more recent addition to the collection, and is directly inspired by the first Tudor Submariner released in 1954 under the reference 7922. The BB54 features the same 37mm case size as the 7922 — a point that drew plenty of praise during the model’s debut at Watches and Wonders in 2023. Additionally, the watch measures just 11.2mm thick and features 200m of water resistance, ensuring that it’s just as capable of a dive watch as it is a comfortable daily wearer. Without a doubt, this is our favorite modern dive watch and would make a fantastic addition to any enthusiast’s collection.
Specifications
Brand:
Tudor
Model:
Black Bay 54
Reference:
M79000N-0001
Year:
2023
Case Number:
59T58F2
Case Material:
Stainless steel
Diameter:
37 mm
Lug Width:
20 mm
Thickness:
11.2 mm
Lug-to-Lug:
45.9 mm
Dial:
Black
Lume:
Super-LumiNova
Crystal:
Sapphire
Movement:
Automatic
Caliber:
Tudor MT5400
Bracelet/Strap:
Tudor stainless steel bracelet
Max Wrist Size:
8.0 in (14 links)
Hand model has a wrist size of 6.2 in
Condition
UNWORN: Case is pristine with no signs of use. Original stickers may still be present. Dial, hands, and lume have no imperfections and may show natural, even aging.
MINT: Case has only a few superficial hairlines. Lugs are thick, full, and sharp with superb finishing. Dial, hands, and lume may have micro imperfections visible only with a loupe.
EXCELLENT: Case has very light scratches or nicks. Lugs are thick, full, and well-defined. Dial and hands may have imperfections visible upon close inspection. Lume is fully intact and may show slight discoloration.
VERY GOOD: Case may have a few moderate scratches or nicks. Lugs are thick and full but may have softened edges. Dial and hands may have light stains or marks. Lume may have cracks or discoloration.
GOOD: Case has many scratches and nicks. Lugs may show signs of moderate polishing with worn edges. Dial and hands may have noticeable stains or marks. Lume may be damaged or show significant discoloration.
Case: The stainless steel case is in fantastic condition with only a couple faint hairlines, most of which are to the case sides. The lugs are thick and sharp with superb definition at the chamfers. The bezel is flawless with no notable imperfections. The caseback is super clean and consistent with the rest of the watch. The backs of the lugs show signs of prior strap removal. The engravings remain crisp and detailed.
Dial, Hands, & Crystal: The black dial and polished snowflake hands are in in perfect condition with fully functioning Super-LumiNova. The sapphire crystal is squeaky clean and scratch-free.
Bracelet/Strap: The Tudor stainless steel bracelet exhibits no stretching, and is in excellent condition with only a couple faint hairlines and a couple faint scuffs to the links near the clasp and to the clasp itself. The overall impression is very clean. The Tudor stamp at the clasp remains sharp and detailed.
Movement
Functions: All functions including the crown winding and time setting are working as expected.
Service History: None.
