Tudor Black Bay S&G vs Tudor Glamour Date
Ref. M79733N-0008 vs Ref. M56000-0005
The Tudor Black Bay S&G and Tudor Glamour Date both carry the Tudor name but serve different purposes — the Tudor Black Bay S&G as a dive watch and the Tudor Glamour Date as a dress watch. At $5,475 and $2,800 respectively, the question isn't which is better — it's which better fits your collection and investment goals.
Price Comparison
Tudor
Black Bay S&G
Tudor
Glamour Date
At retail, the Tudor Black Bay S&G is listed at $5,475 while the Tudor Glamour Date comes in at $2,800. At $2,675 less (96% savings), the Tudor Glamour Date offers a substantially lower entry point. On the secondary market, the gap widens: the Tudor Black Bay S&G trades around $4,928 and the Tudor Glamour Date around $2,100, a difference of $2,828 favoring the Tudor Glamour Date. Available at 10% below retail and holding steady, this represents a buying opportunity for those comfortable with the current market position. The Tudor Glamour 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 S&G | Tudor Glamour Date |
|---|---|---|
| Case Diameter | 41mm | 36mm |
| Case Thickness | 12.7mm | 10.5mm |
| Case Material | Stainless steel and yellow gold | Stainless steel |
| Bezel | Unidirectional rotating bezel with anodized aluminium insert in black | Stainless steel, polished |
| Crystal | Domed sapphire crystal | Sapphire crystal |
| Water Resistance | 200m / 660ft | 100m / 330ft |
| Movement | Tudor Calibre MT5612 | Tudor Calibre T600 |
| Movement Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power Reserve | 70 hours | 38 hours |
| Bracelet/Strap | Stainless steel and yellow gold with riveted-style links | Stainless steel bracelet |
| Clasp | Folding clasp with safety catch | Folding clasp with safety catch |
| Lug Width | 22mm | 19mm |
Key specification differences stand out between these two: The Tudor Black Bay S&G leads in water resistance (200m / 660ft vs. 100m / 330ft), and the Tudor Black Bay S&G offers longer power reserve at 70 hours, and the Tudor Black Bay S&G uses Stainless steel and yellow gold while the Tudor Glamour Date opts for Stainless steel. With 8 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 S&G costs $120 versus $58 for the Tudor Glamour Date. For water resistance, the Tudor Glamour Date delivers better value per meter of depth rating. The Tudor Glamour Date offers more power reserve per dollar spent.
Which Should You Buy?
Choose the Tudor Black Bay S&G if you value better value retention, serious diving capabilities. Go with the Tudor Glamour Date if you prioritize a lower entry price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more affordable, the Tudor Black Bay S&G or the Tudor Glamour Date?
The Tudor Glamour Date is more accessible, priced at $2,800 compared to $5,475.
Which holds its value better on the secondary market?
The Tudor Black Bay S&G currently trades at 10.0% below retail, indicating moderate value retention on the pre-owned market.
How do the Tudor Black Bay S&G and Tudor Glamour Date compare in size?
The Tudor Black Bay S&G measures 41mm in diameter and 12.7mm thick, while the Tudor Glamour Date is 36mm by 10.5mm. Water resistance differs too: 200m / 660ft versus 100m / 330ft.
What movements do these watches use?
The Tudor Black Bay S&G uses the Tudor Calibre MT5612 with 70 hours power reserve, while the Tudor Glamour Date runs on the Tudor Calibre T600 offering 38 hours of power reserve.