Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze vs Tudor Black Bay
Ref. M79012M-0001 vs Ref. M79210CNU-0001
The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze and Tudor Black Bay both carry the Tudor name but serve different purposes — the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze as a dive watch and the Tudor Black Bay as a dive watch. At $4,575 and $3,700 respectively, the question isn't which is better — it's which better fits your collection and investment goals.
Price Comparison
Tudor
Black Bay 58 Bronze
Tudor
Black Bay
At retail, the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze is listed at $4,575 while the Tudor Black Bay comes in at $3,700. The Tudor Black Bay saves you $875 (24% less), a meaningful difference for most buyers. On the secondary market, the gap narrows: the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze trades around $4,200 and the Tudor Black Bay around $3,330, a difference of $870 favoring the Tudor Black Bay. Currently holding steady at just 8% below retail, this watch retains most of its value on the secondary market. The Tudor Black Bay shows a more modest market premium of -10.0%, holding steady. Both watches score equally on flip potential at 2/10, making neither a clear investment winner over the other.
Specifications
| Specification | Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze | Tudor Black Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Case Diameter | 39mm | 41mm |
| Case Thickness | 11.9mm | 12.7mm |
| Case Material | Aluminum bronze alloy | Stainless steel |
| Bezel | Unidirectional rotating bezel with aluminum bronze insert | Unidirectional rotating bezel with anodized aluminium insert in blue |
| Crystal | Sapphire crystal | Domed sapphire crystal |
| Water Resistance | 200m / 660ft | 200m / 660ft |
| Movement | Tudor Calibre MT5400 | Tudor Calibre MT5602 |
| Movement Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power Reserve | 70 hours | 70 hours |
| Bracelet/Strap | Brown leather strap with bronze buckle | Fabric NATO strap in blue |
| Clasp | Pin buckle in bronze | Buckle |
| Lug Width | 20mm | 22mm |
Key specification differences stand out between these two: the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze uses Aluminum bronze alloy while the Tudor Black Bay opts for Stainless steel. With 6 notable spec differences in total, the choice depends on which features matter most to your use case.
Value Per Feature
Per millimeter of case diameter, the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze costs $108 versus $81 for the Tudor Black Bay. For water resistance, the Tudor Black Bay delivers better value per meter of depth rating. The Tudor Black Bay offers more power reserve per dollar spent.
Which Should You Buy?
Choose the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze if you value better value retention, serious diving capabilities. Go with the Tudor Black Bay if you prioritize a lower entry price, serious diving capabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more affordable, the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze or the Tudor Black Bay?
The Tudor Black Bay is more accessible, priced at $3,700 compared to $4,575.
Which holds its value better on the secondary market?
The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze currently trades at 8.2% below retail, indicating moderate value retention on the pre-owned market.
How do the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze and Tudor Black Bay compare in size?
The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze measures 39mm in diameter and 11.9mm thick, while the Tudor Black Bay is 41mm by 12.7mm.
What movements do these watches use?
The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze uses the Tudor Calibre MT5400 with 70 hours power reserve, while the Tudor Black Bay runs on the Tudor Calibre MT5602 offering 70 hours of power reserve.