Commit TV Yagi Column - Closer look at Tudor's new Black Bay Fifty-Eight Bronze

Hello!

We are still experiencing the gloomy rainy season, but how are you all doing?

This time, I would like to introduce you to a new, incredibly cool watch that will blow away those rainy season skies.

[TUDOR] BLACK BAY FIFTY-EIGHT BRONZE

Tudor Boutique Exclusive!

Anyway, it's really cool. There's no point in me saying too much, so I'll get straight to the explanation.

What is the new Black Bay Fifty-Eight Bronze?

Tudor suddenly announced new products on June 24, 2021. Tudor has been in the news a lot recently, but they also announced new products on May 26, meaning they have announced new products for three consecutive months in April, May, and June. It's rare to hear of other brands announcing new products for three consecutive months, so this alone is quite a hot topic.

*Source: TUDOR Official YouTube Channel

Now, as for the new model announced this time, upon investigation, I found out that it will be released only at boutiques. In Japan, it is a rare model that can only be purchased at Tudor Boutique Ginza, Osaka, and Hiroshima.

And what surprised me most was the use of bronze . I'm sure I'm not the only one who was excited to see this model, which even comes with an all -bronze bracelet.

"cool!!!"

Yes... *If you haven't watched it on YOU TUBE, please do so.

From here on, I will focus on three points : [ Basic specifications ], [ Appeal ], and [ Future trends ] .

[ Basic specifications ]

 [Model number] Ref.M79012M-0001
 [Material] Bronze 
[Size] Case diameter 39mm / thickness 11.9mm
 [Movement] Cal.MT5400
 [Power reserve] Approximately 70 hours
 Waterproof: 200m (660ft)
 [Price] ¥490,600- (tax included)

【 charm 】

The Black Bay Fifty-Eight was originally inspired by Tudor diver's watches from the 1950s. Some of the distinctive features that follow the design of that time include the square hands (also called squid hands ) known to collectors as "snowflakes" and the lack of a crown guard .

In addition to adhering to Tudor's traditional design, the Black Bay Fifty-Eight Bronze also features a small 39mm case size inspired by the iconic proportions of the Ref. 7924, Tudor's first watch to achieve 200m water resistance.

The bronze , which is the most attractive material, is said to have been inspired by historical ships and diving equipment. This high-quality alloy of aluminum and bronze was used in parts of the navy's shipbuilding engineering that required high corrosion resistance. It has different properties from stainless steel, so you can enjoy the changes that occur over time.

*Source: TUDOR Official YouTube Channel

Another attractive feature is that in addition to the bronze bracelet, it also comes with a fabric strap. The 2-way design allows you to change the look, so you can enjoy two watches in one, and it can be used for both formal and casual occasions, depending on the scene and style, making it a really attractive piece.

The new clasp of the "Bronze" bracelet has a new cover and is equipped with the "T-fit" adjusting system, which allows for size adjustment. It is a revolutionary feature that allows you to adjust the length in five steps up to 8mm with simple operation without tools. I think this is also one of the attractive points that maximizes practicality.

*Source: TUDOR official website

[ Future Trends ]

I hope that you have been able to get a sense of the appeal of this product by reading the above information.

From here, I would like to talk about what the future holds for the Black Bay Fifty-Eight Bronze .

To be honest, at the moment when the new products have been announced, there are not many items on the second-hand market, so it is difficult to judge the market price. However, we have heard various stories from customers who have visited our store, such as " I was able to purchase it the day after the new products were announced " and " I saw the customer in front of me purchasing it ", so we have the impression that it is surprisingly possible to purchase it!

Also, there are times when they issue numbered tickets and sell them, so I feel like you have a better chance of purchasing one than if you were to buy a professional Rolex model.

*Source: TUDOR official website, Ginza boutique

So what is the bottom line?

The answer is probably "It's going up!!" (laughs)

As it is limited to 44 boutiques in 17 countries around the world, there is a high probability that it will fetch a premium price, and above all, many people will think that it is "cool!!!"

Furthermore, Tudor has recently had a distinguished lineup of ambassadors...

 ▶Lady Gaga
 ▶ David Beckham
 ▶All Blacks 
▶ Pauline Barrett
 ▶World Rugby
 ▶ Manifesto
 *For more information, please visit the official website [TUDOR]

This will inevitably lead to prices going up.

Considering future demand, this is undoubtedly the model you should aim for from Tudor right now.

Since there are only a limited number of places to purchase, it may be difficult to visit frequently, but if you come to the Tudor Ginza boutique, please be sure to stop by your nearest Commit Ginza store as well! (lol)

summary

What do you think? Personally, I really like this model and I really want it.

The Black Bay Fifty-Eight Bronze introduced this time is a model that has all four elements: versatility , functionality , design , and price . With the price of luxury watches rising in recent years to a level where they are no longer easily affordable, it is great to see a model like this come out.

Tudor is also establishing itself as an entry-level watch.

We hope that after reading this article, you will become interested in luxury watches and the Tudor brand.

see you!