Tudor Black Bay S&G vs Tudor Royal
Ref. M79733N-0008 vs Ref. M28300-0003
Comparing the Tudor Royal to the Tudor Black Bay S&G means weighing a significant price difference — is the premium justified? At $5,475 versus $2,650, these two watches serve different segments of the market. Here's how they stack up on specifications, value retention, and investment potential.
Price Comparison
Tudor
Black Bay S&G
Tudor
Royal
At retail, the Tudor Black Bay S&G is listed at $5,475 while the Tudor Royal comes in at $2,650. The Tudor Royal comes in at $2,825 less — more than half the price difference — making it a significantly more accessible option. On the secondary market, the gap narrows: the Tudor Black Bay S&G trades around $4,928 and the Tudor Royal around $2,253, a difference of $2,675 favoring the Tudor Royal. Available at 10% below retail and holding steady, this represents a buying opportunity for those comfortable with the current market position. The Tudor Royal shows a more modest market premium of -15.0%, 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 Royal |
|---|---|---|
| Case Diameter | 41mm | 38mm |
| 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 with knurled edge |
| Crystal | Domed sapphire crystal | Sapphire crystal |
| Water Resistance | 200m / 660ft | 100m / 330ft |
| Movement | Tudor Calibre MT5612 | Tudor Calibre T601 |
| Movement Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power Reserve | 70 hours | 38 hours |
| Bracelet/Strap | Stainless steel and yellow gold with riveted-style links | Stainless steel integrated bracelet |
| Clasp | Folding clasp with safety catch | Folding clasp with safety catch |
| Lug Width | 22mm | Integrated bracelet |
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 Royal 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 $59 for the Tudor Royal. For water resistance, the Tudor Royal delivers better value per meter of depth rating. The Tudor Royal 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 Royal if you prioritize a lower entry price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more affordable, the Tudor Black Bay S&G or the Tudor Royal?
The Tudor Royal is more accessible, priced at $2,650 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 Royal compare in size?
The Tudor Black Bay S&G measures 41mm in diameter and 12.7mm thick, while the Tudor Royal is 38mm 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 Royal runs on the Tudor Calibre T601 offering 38 hours of power reserve.