Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Ref. M79030N-0001
Dive Watch (Vintage-inspired Subcategory) · Tudor (owned by Rolex SA), Luxury tier, highly respected for robust tool watches and heritage-inspired designs
Period: Modern Luxury (Neo-Vintage / Tool Watch Era)
Type
Dive Watch (Vintage-inspired Subcategory)
Brand
Tudor (owned by Rolex SA), Luxury tier, highly respected for robust tool watches and heritage-inspired designs
Movement
Automatic, Tudor Manufacture Caliber MT5402, 28,800 vph (4 Hz), 70-hour power reserve, 27 jewels
Dimensions
Case diameter: 39 mm, Case thickness: 11.9 mm, Lug-to-lug distance: 47 mm, Lug width: 20 mm
Description
The Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight is a masterclass in modern horological nostalgia, scaling down the beloved Black Bay aesthetic to a more historically faithful 39mm case size inspired by Tudor's iconic 1958 Ref. 7924 dive watch. With its warm gilt dial accents, vintage-profile case, and reliable in-house movement, it effortlessly bridges the gap between mid-century tool watch charm and modern mechanical reliability, making it a darling among enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Key Features
Proportional 39mm case size reminiscent of 1950s dive watches, proprietary in-house COSC-certified Caliber MT5402 with a 70-hour power reserve, iconic Snowflake hands, gilt dial printing, and a rivet-style steel bracelet
Dial Description
Black domed dial with gilt (gold-toned) minute track and printing, applied rose-gold-surrounded luminous dot and bar indices with a triangle at 12 o'clock, distinctive 'Snowflake' hands with white lume and gilt surrounds, displaying time-only without a date window
Case Material
Stainless steel (316L) with satin-brushed top surfaces and polished chamfered case edges
Crystal Type
Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the interior
Bezel Details
Unidirectional rotating bezel in stainless steel with a matte black anodized aluminum insert featuring 60-minute silver-gilt graduations and a luminous pearl at 12 o'clock
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down steel winding crown adorned with the vintage Tudor rose logo in relief, set on a circular satin-brushed steel crown tube
Bracelet or Strap
Riveted three-link stainless steel bracelet with satin-brushed finishing, polished rivet heads on the sides, and a folding clasp with a safety catch
Caseback Details
Solid, screw-down stainless steel caseback with circular brushed finishing and traditional peripheral caseback engravings
Movement Type
Automatic, Tudor Manufacture Caliber MT5402, 28,800 vph (4 Hz), 70-hour power reserve, 27 jewels
Water Resistance
200 meters (660 feet / 20 ATM), suitable for recreational swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving, though not equipped for saturation diving
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made, manufactured in Geneva, Switzerland, featuring an in-house proprietary mechanical movement
Age Estimate
Modern production, circa 2018-present (introduced at Baselworld 2018)
Cultural Significance
The Black Bay Fifty-Eight played a pivotal role in cementing Tudor's independent identity separate from its parent company Rolex, spearheading the industry-wide trend toward vintage proportions and kickstarting the modern 'neo-vintage' craze
Condition Notes
The watch appears to be in excellent to mint condition, showing clean case lines with crisp chamfers, an unblemished domed sapphire crystal, a pristine black aluminum bezel insert, and a well-maintained stainless steel bracelet with minimal to no visible stretch
Value Estimate
Retail price around $4,000 USD, secondary market values typically range between $3,200 and $3,800 USD depending on condition, inclusion of original box and papers, and current market demand
Care & Maintenance
Recommended service interval every 5 to 10 years depending on wear, water pressure testing annually before heavy water exposure, rinse with fresh water after saltwater use, and avoid strong magnetic fields
Similar Watches
Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513 (vintage inspiration), Tudor Black Bay 41 (larger alternative), Omega Seamaster Diver 300M (competitor dive watch with modern styling), Oris Divers Sixty-Five (alternative vintage-styled diver)
Interesting Facts
The 'Fifty-Eight' moniker directly references the year 1958, when Tudor released the legendary Ref. 7924 'Big Crown', which was water-resistant to 200 meters. The modern BB58 was a massive industry hit upon release for finally giving collectors the smaller, slimmer proportions they had been begging for.