CELEBRATING THE DARING SPIRIT
THE BLACK BAY CHRONO “PINK”
Boldness manifests in various ways, and the new Black Bay Chrono with its pink dial exemplifies this. Crafted to reflect the audacious spirit of TUDOR ambassadors, this watch is not designed for the masses. Its pink dial, an unconventional choice, aligns with TUDOR's tradition of challenging the norm and underscores the brand's commitment to distinctive, daring designs. This is precisely why it has been included in the TUDOR collection.
The pink jersey of the Giro d’Italia leader symbolizes distinction without hesitation. Similarly, when David Beckham created Inter Miami CF, he chose pink for its standout quality. For artist Jay Chou, pink has become his signature color, instantly recognizable by his fans. These TUDOR ambassadors embrace pink deliberately, understanding that true daring involves challenging the norm and discarding the rules.
This philosophy is encapsulated in the Black Bay Chrono "Pink," a watch not made for the masses but designed for those who dare to be different. Despite its boldness, only a limited number will be produced, enhancing its uniqueness. The Black Bay Chrono, a standout piece even before the introduction of the pink dial, embodies TUDOR's legacy of innovation since the debut of the Oysterdate in 1970 and its ongoing improvements to professional divers' watches since 1954. The Black Bay Chrono "Pink" merges the worlds of motorsport and diving with a high-performance Manufacture Calibre, making it more than just a timepiece—it's a statement for those who lead and choose to be distinct.
Key Features of the TUDOR Black Bay Chrono "Pink"
• Case and Bezel: The watch features a 41mm satin-brushed and polished 316L stainless steel case and a fixed bezel made of the same material, featuring a black anodized aluminum insert with a tachymetric scale.
• Dial: It boasts a domed pink dial with contrasting circular sub-counters.
• Hands: Equipped with the iconic "Snowflake" hands, introduced in 1969, filled with Grade A, Swiss Super-LumiNova® for visibility in low light.
• Movement: Powered by the Manufacture Chronograph Calibre MT5813, this watch is COSC-certified, includes a silicon balance spring, offers a 70-hour power reserve, and features column wheel construction and a vertical clutch.
• Bracelet: The watch comes with a 5-link stainless steel bracelet fitted with the TUDOR "T-fit" rapid adjustment clasp, allowing easy length adjustment.
• Warranty: It comes with a five-year transferable warranty without the need for registration or mandatory maintenance checks.
The Black Bay Chrono retains the Black Bay aesthetic with "Snowflake" hands for optimal readability against its pink domed dial, which includes two hollowed black sub-counters. The layout of the dial features a 45-minute counter and a date window at 6 o'clock. The watch maintains a classic look with satin-brushed and polished finishes, beveled lugs, and a TUDOR rose-signed crown. The design of the stainless steel pushers draws inspiration from TUDOR's first-generation chronographs, complemented by a durable, fixed stainless steel bezel.
The TUDOR "T-fit" clasp on the bracelet is user-friendly, requiring no tools for adjustment and offering five different positions within an 8mm adjustment window. The clasp integrates ceramic ball bearings, ensuring a smooth and secure closure.
The Manufacture Chronograph Calibre MT5813, which drives the Black Bay Chrono, shows time, date, and chronograph functions. This movement is distinguished by its robust and reliable design, including a tungsten monobloc rotor that is openwork and satin-brushed with sand-blasted details. The bridges and mainplate feature alternating sand-blasted and polished surfaces with laser decorations. Certified by the COSC, it surpasses standard performance metrics, maintaining a -2/+4 seconds’ daily variation, compared to the COSC requirement of -4/+6 seconds. This movement is a product of collaboration with Breitling, enhancing its precision and durability, suited for both enthusiasts and professionals alike.
THE ESSENCE OF BLACK BAY
The Black Bay Chrono, like other watches in the Black Bay range, features TUDOR's distinctive "Snowflake" hands, a design element first introduced in the brand's 1969 catalog. This watch series represents a harmonious mix of traditional aesthetics and modern watchmaking, showing a deep respect for TUDOR's diving watch heritage while embracing contemporary design principles.
The Black Bay line is more than a mere revival of a classic; it is an evolution, reflecting nearly seven decades of TUDOR's commitment to quality. Each piece showcases advanced manufacturing techniques, robustness, reliability, durability, and precision that exceed current industry standards.
