TUDOR – HERITAGE Black Bay CHRONO S&G Steel 41 mm - Ref. 79363N
The first TUDOR chronograph, with a self-winding Manufacture Calibre, column wheel and vertical clutch is now available in an S&G version.
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Since the presentation of
TUDOR’s first chronograph in
1970, of the
Oysterdate, the brand has always produced watches that are closely tied to the world of motorsports. In the same way, since
1954 TUDOR has been constantly improving its professional divers' watches. The daringly hybrid
Black Bay Chrono S&G chronograph (
S&G stands for Steel & Gold) combines this aquatic heritage, represented by the Black Bay family, with the queen of the racetrack, the chronograph, for a precious sporty-chic result with an undeniable touch of nostalgia.
THE SPIRIT OF LAND AND SEA
Remaining faithful to the
Black Bay aesthetic, the
Black Bay Chrono S&G model makes the famous "snowflake" hands - the signature of
TUDOR divers' watches since
1969 - its own in a gold version refined for optimum readability against the domed matt-black dial. Its counters are hollowed and their champagne-colour creates optimum contrast. Following the
TUDOR chronograph tradition, a date aperture is positioned at 6 o'clock.
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The main
Black Bay characteristics are retained, in a slim
41-millimetre steel case and equipped with yellow-gold pushers inspired by the very first generation of
TUDOR chronographs. A fixed bezel in yellow gold with a black anodised aluminium insert and tachymetric scale completes the face of this elegant, sporty chronograph.
MANUFACTURE CHRONOGRAPH
CALIBRE MT5813
With a 70-hour power reserve, a silicon balance spring and Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute certification, the Manufacture chronograph
Calibre MT5813 that drives the
Black Bay Chrono S&G model is a high-performance movement. It was designed in the purest watchmaking tradition, with a column-wheel mechanism and vertical clutch. In keeping with the
TUDOR philosophy of quality, it presents extraordinary robustness and reliability, guaranteed by an array of extreme tests applied to all
TUDOR products.
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Derived from the Manufacture chronograph calibre
Breitling 01, with a high-precision regulating organ developed by
TUDOR and dedicated finishes, this movement is the result of a lasting collaboration between the two brands. They have chosen to pool their expertise in the design and production of certain mechanical movements, which they use jointly.
BRACELET, JACQUARD OR BUND STRAP
The fabric strap is one of the signatures of
TUDOR, which remains one of the first watch brands to offer it. Woven on
19th-century Jacquard looms by a
150-year-old family firm from the region of St-Etienne, its manufacturing quality and comfort on the wrist are unique. The
Black Bay Chrono model presents a black strap, chosen by
TUDOR and woven by the firm. The model is also available with a steel and yellow gold bracelet inspired by the folding riveted bracelets of
TUDOR watches produced in the
1950's and
60's.
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These were famous for having rivet heads for attaching the links,
shown on the side of the bracelet as well as a stepped construction.
These two aesthetic details are incorporated into the new model,
integrating modern manufacturing methods using solid links. Finally, in a
spirit of
1970's racing, the
Black Bay Chrono offers a bund type option
in brown aged leather with ecru stitching and a folding clasp.
THE ESSENCE OF BLACK BAY
Like other models in the
Black Bay line, the
Black Bay Chrono S&G model features a dial inspired by the
TUDOR divers’ watches produced in the
1950's. It also adopts the characteristic angular hands known to collectors as "snowflake" that appeared in the brand’s
1969 catalogue. Finally, the large winding crown, characteristic of the first generation of
TUDOR divers' watches, is also adopted in this model.
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The
Black Bay line is the result of the subtle blend of traditional aesthetics and contemporary watchmaking. Far from simply being an identical re-release of a classic, it brings together over 60 years of
TUDOR divers' watches and yet remains firmly anchored in the present.
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Whilst it is neo-vintage in conception, its manufacturing
techniques, reliability, robustness and the quality of its finish are
consistent with today's most rigorous requirements.
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Technical Specifications
Collection: HERITAGE
Model:
Black Bay S&G
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Reference
M79363N
CASE
41 mm steel case with polished and satin finish
Bezel: Fixed yellow gold bezel with matt black anodised aluminium disc with tachymetric scale, yellow gold markings
Winding crown:
Yellow gold screw-down winding crown with the
TUDOR rose in relief
Yellow gold screw-down pushers at 2 and 4 o'clock
Domed sapphire crystal
Waterproof to 200 m (
660 ft)
DIAL
Black with champagne-coloured counters, domed
Date at 6 o'clock
MOVEMENT
Manufacture Calibre MT5813,
Self-winding mechanical movement with bidirectional rotor system
Swiss Chronometer officially certified by the
COSC (Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute)
Frequency: 28,800 beats/hour (
4Hz)
Variable inertia balance, micro-adjustment by screw
Non-magnetic silicon balance spring
Total diameter: 30.4 mm
Thickness: 7.23 mm
Jewels: 41 jewels
Power reserve: Approximately
70 hours
FUNCTIONS
Central hour and minute hands
Chronograph seconds in the centre
Chronograph 45-minute counter at 3 o'clock
Small seconds at 9 o'clock
Instantaneous date at 6 o'clock with rapid adjustment without non-correction range
Stop seconds for precise time setting
BRACELET
Riveted steel and yellow gold bracelet, polished and satin finish, or in brown leather with
removable bund, with folding clasp and safety catch, or black fabric strap with buckle
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