Tudor Black Bay S&G vs Tudor Royal
Ref. M79733N-0008 vs Ref. M28500-0003
The Tudor Black Bay S&G and Tudor Royal both carry the Tudor name but serve different purposes — the Tudor Black Bay S&G as a dive watch and the Tudor Royal as a everyday 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
Royal
At retail, the Tudor Black Bay S&G is listed at $5,475 while the Tudor Royal comes in at $2,800. At $2,675 less (96% savings), the Tudor Royal offers a substantially lower entry point. On the secondary market, the gap narrows: the Tudor Black Bay S&G trades around $4,928 and the Tudor Royal around $2,500, a difference of $2,428 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 -10.7%, 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 | 41mm |
| Case Thickness | 12.7mm | 11mm |
| 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 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 S&G costs $120 versus $61 for the Tudor Royal. For water resistance, the Tudor Black Bay S&G 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 $2,800 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 Royal compare in size?
The Tudor Black Bay S&G measures 41mm in diameter and 12.7mm thick, while the Tudor Royal is 41mm by 11mm. 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.