Tudor has simply launched a brand new Black Bay Chrono Blue, and, whereas I’ve appreciated earlier all the earlier Black Bay chronograph fashions, together with the Pink Chrono, S&G Chrono and the traditional Panda Chrono, this Blue model would possibly simply change into my new favorite.
The Tudor Black Bay Chrono Blue Boutique Version, to provide it its full identify, is a formidable replace to an already putting chronograph. As a boutique-exclusive launch, it encompasses a “Tudor Blue” dial that provides a recent contact to the Black Bay Chrono’s daring design.
Though I’m sometimes not drawn to blue watches, this mannequin has received me over. The dial’s blue satin sun-brushed end, contrasted with silver sub-counters and the enduring “Snowflake” fingers, provides wonderful readability and a complicated look.
The mixing of “Tudor Blue” pays homage to Tudor’s historical past, linking again to fashions just like the blue “Snowflake” Submariner and the “Montecarlo” Oysterdate Chronograph from the Seventies. It’s a bit extra refined than the blue of the VCARB particular version watch.
The red-tipped seconds hand and water resistant score additionally in purple are very welcome accents.
The Black Bay Chrono Blue options Tudor’s customary 41mm chronograph case in satin-brushed and polished 316L chrome steel, with a hard and fast bezel and a blue anodised aluminium insert.
Inside, the watch is powered by the Manufacture Chronograph Calibre MT5813. This motion is licensed by COSC and features a silicon stability spring, a column wheel, and a vertical clutch. With a 70-hour energy reserve, it may be taken off on a Friday night after work and picked again up once more on Monday morning.
Apart from the dial, one other characteristic I like about this new Chrono is the five-link chrome steel bracelet with Tudor’s “T-fit” clasp. I attempted it on the Monochrome Black Bay at Watches and Wonders and cherished the convenience of adjustment, comfy match, and retro look.
The Black Bay Chrono Blue is out there now completely from Tudor Boutiques priced at £4880 / US$TBC. Yow will discover your closest boutique on Tudor’s web site.
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