Tudor Glamour Date vs Tudor Royal
Ref. M56000-0001 vs Ref. M28300-0003
The Tudor Glamour Date and Tudor Royal both carry the Tudor name but serve different purposes — the Tudor Glamour Date as a dress watch and the Tudor Royal as a everyday watch. At $2,800 and $2,650 respectively, the question isn't which is better — it's which better fits your collection and investment goals.
Price Comparison
Tudor
Glamour Date
Tudor
Royal
At retail, the Tudor Glamour Date is listed at $2,800 while the Tudor Royal comes in at $2,650. The two watches are priced within $150 of each other, making this a near-even matchup in terms of cost. On the secondary market, the gap widens: the Tudor Glamour Date trades around $2,100 and the Tudor Royal around $2,253, a difference of $153 favoring the Tudor Glamour Date. Available at 25% below retail and trending downward, this represents a buying opportunity for those comfortable with the current market position. The Tudor Royal commands an even stronger 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 Glamour Date | Tudor Royal |
|---|---|---|
| Case Diameter | 36mm | 38mm |
| Case Thickness | 10.5mm | 10.5mm |
| Case Material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Bezel | Stainless steel, polished | Stainless steel with knurled edge |
| Crystal | Sapphire crystal | Sapphire crystal |
| Water Resistance | 100m / 330ft | 100m / 330ft |
| Movement | Tudor Calibre T600 | Tudor Calibre T601 |
| Movement Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power Reserve | 38 hours | 38 hours |
| Bracelet/Strap | Stainless steel bracelet | Stainless steel integrated bracelet |
| Clasp | Folding clasp with safety catch | Folding clasp with safety catch |
| Lug Width | 19mm | Integrated bracelet |
Key specification differences stand out between these two: the Tudor Glamour Date features 36mm for case diameter compared to the Tudor Royal's 38mm. With 3 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 Glamour Date costs $58 versus $59 for the Tudor Royal. 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 Glamour Date if you value the Tudor heritage. Go with the Tudor Royal if you prioritize a lower entry price, better value retention.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more affordable, the Tudor Glamour Date or the Tudor Royal?
The Tudor Royal is more accessible, priced at $2,650 compared to $2,800.
Which holds its value better on the secondary market?
The Tudor Royal currently trades at 15.0% below retail, indicating moderate value retention on the pre-owned market.
How do the Tudor Glamour Date and Tudor Royal compare in size?
The Tudor Glamour Date measures 36mm in diameter and 10.5mm thick, while the Tudor Royal is 38mm by 10.5mm.
What movements do these watches use?
The Tudor Glamour Date uses the Tudor Calibre T600 with 38 hours power reserve, while the Tudor Royal runs on the Tudor Calibre T601 offering 38 hours of power reserve.