Tudor Glamour Double Date vs Tudor Royal
Ref. M79230G-0002 vs Ref. M28300-0003
The Tudor Glamour Double Date and Tudor Royal both carry the Tudor name but serve different purposes — the Tudor Glamour Double Date as a dress watch and the Tudor Royal as a everyday watch. At $3,450 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 Double Date
Tudor
Royal
At retail, the Tudor Glamour Double Date is listed at $3,450 while the Tudor Royal comes in at $2,650. The Tudor Royal saves you $800 (30% less), a meaningful difference for most buyers. On the secondary market, the gap narrows: the Tudor Glamour Double Date trades around $2,588 and the Tudor Royal around $2,253, a difference of $335 favoring the Tudor Royal. 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 Double Date | Tudor Royal |
|---|---|---|
| Case Diameter | 42mm | 38mm |
| Case Thickness | 12mm | 10.5mm |
| Case Material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Bezel | Stainless steel, polished and diamond-set | Stainless steel with knurled edge |
| Crystal | Sapphire crystal | Sapphire crystal |
| Water Resistance | 100m / 330ft | 100m / 330ft |
| Movement | Tudor Calibre T603 | 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 | 22mm | Integrated bracelet |
Key specification differences stand out between these two: the Tudor Glamour Double Date features 42mm for case diameter compared to the Tudor Royal's 38mm. With 4 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 Double Date costs $62 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 Glamour Double 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 Double Date or the Tudor Royal?
The Tudor Royal is more accessible, priced at $2,650 compared to $3,450.
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 Double Date and Tudor Royal compare in size?
The Tudor Glamour Double Date measures 42mm in diameter and 12mm thick, while the Tudor Royal is 38mm by 10.5mm.
What movements do these watches use?
The Tudor Glamour Double Date uses the Tudor Calibre T603 with 38 hours power reserve, while the Tudor Royal runs on the Tudor Calibre T601 offering 38 hours of power reserve.