Tudor Black Bay Bronze Blue - An Awesome Bronze Dive Watch (History and Review)

[@dirkwesselmann9393]

Immediately fell in love and bought it in 2018. The demand was so high that Selfridges limited the sales. Now in 2022 it's still one of my favourites. It has much more character than other BB models.

[@SwissWatchGang]

Love it, have the same model and bought it when it was launched here in Zurich :). The patine is going to be beautiful in time! Nice shots as usual Teddy!

[@eugenedemeillon4412]

Really fascinated by all the comments around the size being too big. I have a 7 inch wrist, which I don’t regard as a large wrist, and have been a 44mm Panerai wearer for years. When I wear my 16613 Sub, which I love, it actually initially seems too small until I get used to it. I bought the Tudor Bucherer last year and for me it fits great. In summary, I think it’s what you get used too, not necessarily what factually looks good on your wrist.

[@mercoid]

I agree with you about becoming accustomed to the size watch you wear. At the same time I think that in doing so, many people can lose their objectivity as to what looks good or absurd on their particular size wrist. Of course one can argue that it is a matter of Subjectivity, whatever makes you happy is all that matters, but I would beg to differ.

[@anthonybrown6413]

I own the brown version of this watch and I love it. I've had it for about 3 years and I still get the warm tingles every time I put it on.

[@ekimandersom4478]

Me too, easily my favourite watch.

[@AaronDAntoni]

Teddy, tonight I bought this exact black bay. It was only after I bought it that I thought to look on your KZbin to see if you had a review about it. I looked out and I believe I got an amazing watch. Thank you for all the info. Keep the content coming

[@jonbents9987]

I got myself a black bay bronze (with the slate dial) over the weekend and I’m obsessed. It’s so much more beautiful in person than online. Really enjoy the content of channel, thanks for sharing all your knowledge.

[@AK-rq1cz]

I've always been intrigued by the idea of a bronze watch, and the patina effect as it ages.

[@achuck4321]

The colour combo is incredible. It’s way too big for me. I would like to see this exact watch as a BB58

[@ArthurFShelby]

Yeah I laugh every time I see the bronze BBs because they are so big. Hard pass.

[@chriszivoder2650]

Yep completely agree

[@SwissWatchGang]

That would be nice and more wearable for sure, my 5B feels bulky on the wrist

[@emmanueltsI5]

@@ArthurFShelby Agree. Yema did it right with a bronze one at 39mm (limited version). Hope Tudor will release more BB58s this year and see more variations other than blue and black.

[@rayjaffer7050]

Got what you wanted today from Tudor!!

[@adriancox2786]

I initially bought the brown dial original version, wearing it now as I write this in fact, only then did I see the Bucherer 5B version. It goaded me, so I bought it as well from Covent Garden store in the run up to Christmas 2018. Beautiful watches with some of the most satisfying bezel actions in the game.

[@iLikeTrainsXx]

I find Bronze watches fascinating, currently saving up for a Bronze IWC Spitfire.

[@bobj8877]

That is a beauty for sure. If you are looking for a most cost effective option, I'd definitely recommend checking out Stowa's bronze Flieger models. Stunning pieces!

[@raphaelkasen8485]

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[@reyanshelian7837]

@Raphael Kasen Flixportal xD

[@raphaelkasen8485]

@Reyansh Elian thanks, I signed up and it seems like a nice service :D I really appreciate it!

[@reyanshelian7837]

@Raphael Kasen No problem =)

[@vallone211]

I just picked up this watch and absolutely love it. Comes with an additional weathered leather band as well as the nylon one. I have larger wrists and this fits me perfectly. Great stop on my way to finding that Rolex at retail!

[@andietheke4668]

Same Here 😂

[@michaelhansen1903]

I have a 2016 brown dial and really like it. It is big, but it does lay flat on the wrist, and really well made. I keep mine on the leather strap it came with which really pops with the bronze

[@chriszivoder2650]

Beautiful watch, I love the Black Bay line but what a strange size to have. I was thinking exactly what you said, the BB 41mm was always a bit bulky which put alot of people off, so why make this 43mm? 🤔

[@TheOnlyShanzz]

According to Tudor, the alloy that they were using wasn’t as structurally sound as they would like at the 41mm size, so they made it a touch bigger to match their toughness specifications

[@gorkajames6475]

@@TheOnlyShanzz Where they using the same alloy as the Black Bay Fifty-Eight Bronze which has a 39 mm case?

[@TheOnlyShanzz]

@@gorkajames6475 I’m not certain, they had a fair bit of time between iterations to improve their alloy so I’d say it’s not quite the same

[@CSiri-cc2hq]

I have own this watch for a couple of years, and the "wabisabi" factor is insane! Great video, awesome closeups! The alloy is copper/aluminum, thats why it ages in a darker less green way. Great review!

[@EricOnYouTube]

I want that Tudor Black Bay with the Red bezel. I find it soooooooo beautiful. It has been on my wish list for very long.

[@chriszivoder2650]

Yea I love the look of that one too but its a 41mm so I ended up getting the BB58 blue

[@biharijivandana6894]

that strap is enhancing the beauty of this watch. amazing keep doing the good work. and thank you so much

[@vtcanada2000]

Would love to see you compare this vs the Oris Carl Brashear!! Keep it up!

[@mrbubbles293]

I absolutely love that strap. Been looking for something like this.

[@Nefville]

Nice to see Teddy achieve success. Love to see you debate Kevin again, show him what you've built. BTW, the Tudor Sub is by far the best watch they ever made, especially in blue. If they brought that back... it would break the internet.

[@lpm4994]

pelagos!

[@AaronDAntoni]

This may given me final push to Tudor. This black bay is so striking.

[@FS-zn9xe]

Like the look of the watch, but it is too big for me and also missing the date complication. So need to look at the alternatives..

[@Guitarman2k10]

Beautiful execution of bronze & blue right down to the strap. But at 52mm lug to lug I'll have to pass. My Black Bay at 50mm is already pushing it. Also, I believe Rado uses the same combination - aluminum/copper - for their bronze series

[@AaronDAntoni]

Your research for you videos are on point second to none.

[@xxxlutzify]

Love the black bays, although the big ones are too big for me. Never liked bronze watches, but these shots make me understand how some people love them. Great work Teddy!

[@rohangangan8327]

@TeddyBaldassare Amazing!! I love this!! You should make this a mainstay on this channel ( The History and Review Part ). I loved this so much, I paused the video to write this. Cheers Teddy!

[@bobbydazzler1780]

Looks massive, thick and heavy. On a nato strap that’s going to jingle jangle head heavy on wrist unless you strap it tight. Bronze greening may be fun.

[@glennharris3862]

I have the black/grey and I love it. The blue is a really beauty. Both are standout watches. Great video Teddy, keep ‘em coming.

[@mindfulawareness1]

It's a great looking watch. Big, built like a tank, and relatively understated. The only criticism is that the Nato strap doesn't hold it very well on the wrist - it's too heavy a watch for a Nato strap. The supplied leather strap is very sturdy though, and does the job admirably.

[@chrismc6411]

I have the black slate version of this watch and love it! Perfect for my 7.25inch wrist. The patina is developing faster than expected.

[@legopadawanlearner8390]

This was helpful. I now have this watch on a very short wishlist. Thanks!

[@craig2100]

Great bronze selection, however too thick for my taste. The band does look amazing. Nice review!

[@karlsenula9495]

I like the bronze & blue color combo. As well as the characteristic Tudor hands - and Tudor Rose crown.

[@joggyb]

I would love this color combo in bb58 size

[@robertsullivan4773]

Nice review and it gave me a chance to see this Bronze and how it stacked up with my Rado Bronze. To me a Bronze watch is a niche piece something I don't think many will have as their sole watch. Correct me if I'm wrong. Then with that in mine I'll give you my opinion on the two. The Rado is a better choice. Yes the Tudor beats it on a few levels but for the sizable difference in price. The Rado is smaller and thinner and has a better depth rating. The Rado also uses the Aluminum/Bronze alloy to slow aging and weight savings. But let me add I've had my Rado since last May and it's aged considerably since then and thats not even letting it near water other than splashes from doing dishes. I have no idea what effect swimming in fresh or salt water would have done. The Rado uses a Titanium case back nicely decorated. To be clear the in house movement and the bezel pip on the Tudor are very nice touches but to me not worth the big price difference for a watch thats not your daily wear. Have to say it's fun to chime in on a watch I have already mentioned I had to you last week.

[@marcaenparque2923]

hello, love the watch so i am planning to get myself one. just want to ask one thing before making the purchase, i saw the watch onsite and seems like the tip of the minute needle is a bit tilted downwards, is it because of the dome glass type or is it suppose to be tilted? Thanks!

[@KingWilliam]

Great video. I like the strap and the clasp hardware. Looks like they did a nice job on it and goes well with the watch.

[@rob91rules]

Alright dude, you just put a dent in the old savings account. I had been shopping for some time on that next watch, I sold my tudor GMT and missed it (long story), had been thinking about the Black Bay line in Blue, which includes the original Black Bay, the new kid on the block Black Bay 58, and the bezel-less black bay blue when I saw this video. THe blue/bronze color combo closed the deal for me. 2 thoughts to share from the first few days of ownership- both the cloth band and the brown leather strap are nice, but fairly small. I am on the second from the last notch on both, and for a watch of this size (43mm), I was surprised about that. And while I'm a big guy, my wrist size is only 7.5 cm. I've worn it a few days on the fabric "nato" and the leather strap, and due to size and weight to me it feels better on the leather. Thanks? Yes! Its my new fav, and its keeping some other watches worth significantly more in the watch box.

[@stevennewman5270]

Teddy, I really appreciate all of your videos. As a newbie watch guy, it is very helpful

[@ThinkingAndInkingLtd]

Teddy - deffo one of the most professional, articulate watch guys out there - keep it up. I have this watch - The TBB5 from Bucherer in London. It's everything you say; and a great representation for your brand positioning concept for Tudor as being ...'the utilitarian luxury. watch'; as an adman, they should 100% look at that more than the current ''Born to dare' strapline. Why? Because clearly Tudor is now occupying the original brand positioning of Rolex, which was all about tool watch perfection/bred for purpose. From which desirability grew (built on build quality/choice of material/ stunning firsts etc) into desired attainability and now where we see Big Bruv, seeing itself as the most 'accessible' (i.e. easy to buy into, not easy to buy - hahahha!) luxury watch brand. Tudor's new bi-compax/mono colour chronos being excellent examples (the silver 58 maybe, the Gold NOT!) Any way, rant over: salient point and best suggestion: if were Tudor, I'd be looking to do three things with the BB line - and I mean the 41mm, here they are in reverse order of preference 1: Reduce the slab sides height by 1mm 2. Introduce ceramic bezels, but muted not gloss (except for celebratory issues?) in the same way their aluminium pepsi colours are more subtle than Rolex's GMT. 3. And my biggest suggestion is to take the 3/6/9/ dial furnture from this watch and put it into the 41mm versions - and make sure lume is same power!! Keep it up mate; Stuart from the UK!

[@ThinkingAndInkingLtd]

Just wore mine on its lovely bespoke rubber strap in an a-framed, high ceiling well-lit private pool. OMG only then fo you really appreciate the lue dial and especially the bezel. Even my wifem who pays no attention to my watch habit, said "Should you be wearing THAT watch in a pool as it had actually caught her eye!

[@lcoscarella]

This Tudor in Blue is gorgeous, although I prefer the one with the brown dial. But none is comparable to the Panerai Sumersible Bronzo...that watch is perfect, it has that Bioshock look unmatched by any other bronze watch.

[@gjonno]

Agree…….but at 4x the price of the Tudor 😬

[@franciscovillanueva8653]

Beautiful watch! Checking the Seiko SRPB96 and is seeing a resemblance. Not sure if its just me though. Hope you can review that watch too. Looking forward to more of your videos!

[@ericspaans4008]

It’s my watch, and I love it, really love it.

[@user-xg8ug5iv8f]

What would you clean it with if you wanted it back to original condition?

[@deedee8568]

Aluminium addition to the bronze. I'm very glad to learn this. Thanks 😊

[@robertsullivan4773]

The captain Cook Bronze has the aluminum/bronze alloy also and is much less expensive. I own one.

[@Brewersfan19]

This watch is amazing!! I own the original brown. I can't say enough good about the feel, the look as it ages and the quality. I was worried about the size...UNTIL I tried it on. Pretty sure the bezel is a 60 click... not a 120 though!!

[@drzaius844]

I have the brown too, absolutely love it. The brown/gold combo is spectacular.

[@ThinkingAndInkingLtd]

100% on 60-click with extra inertia at 12o'clock so you can reset to perfect even in dark. I have the B5, third last one left in UK - bit their hand off, beautiful. If you have 7.5 inch+ wrist, and can buy it, stop reading this now!

[@CSiri-cc2hq]

Hi Tedy. Can you get the bronce bracelet of the 58 bronce? I could feet this watch.

[@j.j.h.atemycereal]

LOVE this watch. Thanks looking out for those of us with larger wrists.

[@marcgirard7551]

Great video here, Teddy! I think this BB Bronze is just too big for me more than anything. However, seeing the well executed Tudor quality just boosted my desire for a BB58 a little bit more!

[@jphdd1990]

Hello , sorry for my english (i am french) Can you give me the link please for exactly the same strap, i’m look for my black bay bronze à strap Like yours Thanks a lot Good vidéo

[@John-wf5if]

Bronze + 39mm/40mm case and I am ALL OVER it! 🤤

[@davidoletep]

Teddy, great review. I was looking at getting one, but with a 6.25" wrist, it's a little too big for me IMO. They make this in a 39-41mm, and they'd have my $. Found your channel WATCHing (get it?) Courtney's channel. Keep up the great content (both of you)!

[@davidsimos]

Without a doubt my favourite Tudor colour scheme. Until I am buying a Black Bay and comparing the sizes on my wrist I won't write off a 43mm based on that number alone.

[@dylanlamb8710]

I LOVE this dial! Soooo sick of the hype about a nexus of things....blue dials, bronze, Tudor, BB58, etc....this blue is so much more subdued than that of the BB58 blue or Pelagos, and has a great gilt look. Bronze is also not overdone like the Oris, et al, Great video as always Teddy!

[@diszeezieteh]

Hi Teddy, do you have any opinion for Mathey Tissot? Thanks.

[@atillaatif9220]

Hey Teddy What are your thoughts on SEIKO SPB125J1 limited edition, I want to buy one? Thanks

[@timmanion7459]

I guess I'm just a traditionalist. I've yet to pull the trigger on a bronze watch as of yet and don't see that happening in my future . As usual, Tudor kills it with the typical quality workmanship on case finishing, dial and bezel color etc . Just something about the medium of bronze when used in a watch that doesn't do anything for me personally. I wonder if bronze will be used 5 yrs. from now . I guess I'll have to wait and see .

[@rickblaster-xu5ie]

how many of these are out there?

[@eastwestminds]

man forget that watch, that jacket is the real star of the show hahahha

[@pacol2481]

First thought that rolled into my mind as well! :) Time to branch out Teddy. Do a jacket review, please!

[@e048967]

I was thinking the same thing! Clearly Teddy loves it because he always has it on. I'd like to have one too.

[@SirMopy]

I hope he sees and answers this comment... I‘m diggin it so hard.. gosh I want to buy it.. now!

[@caspertofield5190]

@@SirMopy Just replying since I really want to know where he got it haha

[@MVALZ]

Haha...The Long Haul Jacket in Beach Cloth from Taylor Stitch. Have it....love it!

[@VictorDude98]

When I tried my friends BBBB on my first reaction was "it's really nice" and "jesus fuck it's huge"

[@coolgabe64]

I own this watch. Good job Teddy.

[@rustyshackleford17]

I'd love to see Tudor do a 3D bronze bezel version of this in the future. But the Black Bay Bronze are probably the best bronze watch out there without jumping into the Panerai Bronze territory of absurd prices.

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

Really enjoy the vintage vibes with the modern build quality. I'd love to have one of these in for review.

[@jeremylevasseur700]

I own this watch and it’s gorgeous after 1 year of patina! However I was wondering if long term patina is gonna affect the bezel ? Would love your input on that!

[@jacobsommer9061]

how big are your wrists? I just ordered this watch, and I fear it's too bulky

[@watchlookerwatch]

I wish this Bucherer edition stayed within European retail stores and Torneau came up with its own signature model.

[@andietheke4668]

ordered an Air King today and bought one by accident...Love at 1st sight

[@curtbrown7718]

My personal preference is not favorable toward bronze watches, but Tudor continues to provide very interesting Black Bay 58 renditions.

[@stevefox8605]

Much prefer this to the normal BBs, more character to it. Not tried a bronze yet, undecided on whether I like patina'd cases or not. Hurrah for no date 👏🏻 Cheers 👍🏻

[@jacobliddiard158]

Hey Teddy, Thank you so much. I wanted to ask you if you have any recommendations for dress watches with Romans letters on the dial under 500 USD. I would like to ser also dress watches without the date window Keep it up!

[@craigjones9131]

Teddy...Q...Does the Hans Wilsdorf family own both Rolex and Tudor ??..

[@alfredops1551]

Just wow it's such a beautiful watch, even more so under the macro lens

[@jeremydahm2124]

Soo nice but literally a massive watch. What a great dial and color contrast with that case. Strong looking and classic without trying to hard. Nice. 7.5 inch wrist and bigger only though.

[@xmuninu]

It's a great looking watch but I rarely wear mine just because it's way too big and bulky for my 17cm wrist! Heaven only knows what possessed me to buy it in the first place. If Tudor made this colour/material combination in the BB58 case it would be a real winner.

[@dylanlamb8710]

I’ll trade you my SMP 300 for it....lol. I have an 8” wrist, and this would be a great one.

[@80ckhouse]

The sapphire crystal with AR coating?

[@ghostboy929]

Nice jacket dude!! I love bronze watches, they develop a patina all their own after time. What do you think about the Christopher Ward bronze watches?

[@YA-ee9zf]

Does it really go to 200m if you want to dive in the sea.

[@b.vonschnauser207]

Reminds me a little of my Glycine Combat Sub GL0260. Another great video.

[@superfast30]

BB bronze sees more wrist time than any other watch I own. It's awesome!

[@scottsj4625]

So many watch companies keep making them bigger and bigger including Tudor and Rolex. I was hoping there would be a trend for smaller sizes. I think the BB58 is much better sized for me. I see a trend in bronze watches.

[@robertschmidt9584]

While bronze watches aren’t my thing, Tudor does offer a great value! Nice video, Teddy!

[@ChiTownTx]

Love the watch color combo, but considering this one is larger than the already large BB it's just too big for me.

[@RatInCage-E102]

whats that jacket you are wearing in this vid? thats so nice looking

[@ericpignatore5317]

I love the Black Version of this...BUT...I hate patina and that is the only thing that stopped me from buying it. If they made this in Rose Gold I'd be wearing it right now. All that aside, Tudor is KILLING it and you can actually buy one which is a huge plus.

[@fancytyme]

Bodaciously Beautiful Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Blue, Buddy!

[@topsecret3926]

Holy, that "bukerer" sound is so fun to here as a German. It's soooo American sounding 😂

[@rem700vtr]

bukor bukor bukor

[@DarthJabba504]

We need more 3-6-9-12 Dials. Did I miss it or is there no Lume shot???

[@GodIsInHisHeaven]

the BB58 is my grail, though not sure I like the numerals on this dial. Made this watch look a million dollars as usual in your vids. Nice!

[@fawzizainal3773]

Is this blue dial. Bronze easily available at AD

[@Palowaski]

This dial in a BB58 and I’m calling my momma to tell er bout it 🔥😜🥓

[@mikeklaus2992]

I really like bronze watches and this is beautifuly done. Only two negs for my taste, the hour hand and the price. All else awesome!

[@desmobc]

This is a stunning watch. This may even be nicer then the new Oris Carl Brasher you had mentioned.

[@larsstougaard7097]

Agree I think too much is going on on that Oris dial face, this is more clean.

[@6SpeedTA95]

Is a bracelet available for this???

[@xpdchief7698]

Great review! What a beautiful watch, I would love to have one BUT, that hour hand kills it for me every time.

[@Tangylives]

Very attractive and I prefer the alu-bronze used by Tudor vs the CuSn8 used by everyone else. However, 44mm is too big given how Black Bays wear.

[@mchoch4576]

Is this the Tourneau special edition, sorry doesn't do it for me. I love Tudor I have the GMT and it is one of my favorite watches, I actually wear it more the my Rolex GMT master 2 you make great videos and thank you for them and all the best.

[@renaud_]

I would love to have a BB58 with the arabic numeral at 3,6,9 hour markers 😱 And this blue is so beautiful.

[@iv8976]

Can you show us your camera gear and lenses that you use to get those amazing shots

[@theinsaneone911]

I sold my black bay blue bezel recently after acquiring a Rolex Batman brand new at MSRP. But I greatly miss my BB from the overall feel and quality of the watch. It feels like a much more expensive watch than it is. But this blue and bronze model is making me want to sell another couple pieces to pick it up.

[@freakincrazy6932]

Wish blackbays came with date window. Would be amazing to get bb58 with date window.

[@tonimiziolek675]

Love mine, but prefer it on the leather strap provided

[@Fernyg323]

Dream watch. Love the content!