Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze vs Tudor Glamour Double Date
Ref. M79012M-0001 vs Ref. M79230G-0002
The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze and Tudor Glamour Double Date both carry the Tudor name but serve different purposes — the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze as a dive watch and the Tudor Glamour Double Date as a dress watch. At $4,575 and $3,450 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
Glamour Double Date
At retail, the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze is listed at $4,575 while the Tudor Glamour Double Date comes in at $3,450. The Tudor Glamour Double Date saves you $1,125 (33% less), a meaningful difference for most buyers. On the secondary market, the gap widens: the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze trades around $4,200 and the Tudor Glamour Double Date around $2,588, a difference of $1,612 favoring the Tudor Glamour Double Date. Currently holding steady at just 8% below retail, this watch retains most of its value on the secondary market. The Tudor Glamour Double Date shows a more modest market premium of -25.0%, though currently trending downward. 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 Glamour Double Date |
|---|---|---|
| Case Diameter | 39mm | 42mm |
| Case Thickness | 11.9mm | 12mm |
| Case Material | Aluminum bronze alloy | Stainless steel |
| Bezel | Unidirectional rotating bezel with aluminum bronze insert | Stainless steel, polished and diamond-set |
| Crystal | Sapphire crystal | Sapphire crystal |
| Water Resistance | 200m / 660ft | 100m / 330ft |
| Movement | Tudor Calibre MT5400 | Tudor Calibre T603 |
| Movement Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power Reserve | 70 hours | 38 hours |
| Bracelet/Strap | Brown leather strap with bronze buckle | Stainless steel bracelet |
| Clasp | Pin buckle in bronze | Folding clasp with safety catch |
| Lug Width | 20mm | 22mm |
Key specification differences stand out between these two: The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze leads in water resistance (200m / 660ft vs. 100m / 330ft), and the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze offers longer power reserve at 70 hours, and the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze uses Aluminum bronze alloy while the Tudor Glamour Double Date opts for Stainless steel. With 7 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 $62 for the Tudor Glamour Double Date. For water resistance, the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze delivers better value per meter of depth rating. The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze 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 Glamour Double Date if you prioritize a lower entry price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more affordable, the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze or the Tudor Glamour Double Date?
The Tudor Glamour Double Date is more accessible, priced at $3,450 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 Glamour Double Date compare in size?
The Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze measures 39mm in diameter and 11.9mm thick, while the Tudor Glamour Double Date is 42mm by 12mm. Water resistance differs too: 200m / 660ft versus 100m / 330ft.
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 Glamour Double Date runs on the Tudor Calibre T603 offering 38 hours of power reserve.