Tudor Black Bay 41 Monochrome or Boutique/Special Edition variant with blue sunburst dial
Dive Watch · Tudor (Owned by Rolex SA), Luxury tier
Period: Modern Luxury (2000s-present) with strong vintage dive watch cues
Type
Dive Watch
Brand
Tudor (Owned by Rolex SA), Luxury tier
Movement
Automatic, Tudor Manufacture Caliber MT5602, 28,800 vph (4Hz), approximately 70 hours power reserve, 25 jewels
Dimensions
Case diameter 41mm, thickness ~13.6mm, lug-to-lug ~50mm, lug width 22mm
Description
The Tudor Black Bay bridges the gap between historical heritage and modern robust engineering. Featuring a striking gradient blue sunburst dial, iconic snowflake hands, and a dependable in-house COSC-certified movement, this timepiece delivers exceptional daily-wear versatility and timeless dive watch aesthetics.
Key Features
Signature Snowflake hands, highly legible dial markers, robust 70-hour power reserve in-house movement, vintage-inspired aluminum bezel insert without crown guards
Dial Description
Gradient blue sunburst dial with applied luminous hour markers, characteristic Snowflake hands, and white text displaying depth rating and chronometer certification
Case Material
Stainless steel (316L) with brushed top surfaces and polished flanks
Crystal Type
Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
Bezel Details
Unidirectional rotating bezel with black anodized aluminum insert and silver 60-minute dive scale
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down steel winding crown with engraved Tudor rose logo, lacking crown guards
Bracelet or Strap
Multi-link riveted-style steel bracelet with polished and brushed alternating links and deployant clasp
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down steel caseback with circular brushed finish and technical engravings
Movement Type
Automatic, Tudor Manufacture Caliber MT5602, 28,800 vph (4Hz), approximately 70 hours power reserve, 25 jewels
Water Resistance
200 meters (660 feet) / 20 ATM, suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and recreational scuba diving
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made, manufactured in Geneva, Switzerland with in-house automatic movement
Age Estimate
Modern production, circa 2020-present
Cultural Significance
Represents the renaissance of Tudor as an independent powerhouse brand with its own distinct identity separate from its parent company Rolex
Condition Notes
Excellent condition overall with minor micro-scratches consistent with careful light wear on the case and bracelet, pristine crystal and clean dial
Value Estimate
Secondary market value ranges between $3,000 and $4,100 depending on condition, box, papers, and exact variant
Care & Maintenance
Recommended service interval of 5 to 10 years, annual water resistance testing, clean with mild soap and warm water when necessary
Similar Watches
Rolex Submariner, Omega Seamaster Diver 300M, Longines Legend Diver, Seiko Prospex SPB
Interesting Facts
Tudor was originally founded by Hans Wilsdorf in 1926 to offer a more accessible alternative to Rolex while maintaining uncompromising reliability; the modern Black Bay line revived the brand's popularity globally