Watches and Wonders 2024, New Tudor Wes: The Black Bay 58 GMT
[GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, April 9, 2024] – Today, kicking off the first day of Watches and Wonders 2024, Tudor unveiled an exciting addition to a beloved classic, a triumph for those who have long awaited the fusion of GMT functionality with the fan-favorite Black Bay 58.
WHAT IS WATCHES AND WONDERS 2024?
Watches and Wonders is an annual trade show in Geneva, Switzerland, where the most prestigious Swiss watch brands unveil their latest creations to industry professionals, collectors, journalists, and enthusiasts worldwide. Each year, the Korman team travels to Geneva to experience these new releases firsthand. Follow us on instagram @kormanfinejewelry and stay tuned on our watch blog for the latest updates live from Geneva. This highly-anticipated event showcases the craftsmanship, innovation, and artistic mastery of luxury watchmaking, setting the stage for the industry's direction in the coming year.
THE NEW TUDOR BLACK BAY 58 GMT
This morning, Tudor announced the new timepiece on their instagram, stating: “You’ve been asking for it – and TUDOR has delivered. We’ve taken the fan-favorite and highly wearable Tudor Black Bay 58 and put a brand-new manufacture caliber with GMT functionality inside. On top of that, it comes with an entirely new – refreshing – aesthetic featuring a red and black 24-hour GMT bezel and dial accented with warm gilt tones.”
Of course, one of the most striking aspects of the Black Bay 58 GMT is its stunning aesthetic. The red and black 24-hour GMT bezel and dial, accented with warm gilt tones, give the watch a bold and distinctive look that has already received praise from TUDOR fans. To pair with this, either a three-link steel bracelet or a fitted rubber strap are available for the timepiece, both featuring a T-Fit clasp, providing a more secure and comfortable fit on the wrist.
WATCH SPECIFICATIONS
With a rating of 200 meters and a screw-down crown, this watch is built to withstand even the most challenging underwater conditions, making it a reliable companion for divers and water sports enthusiasts alike. Remarkably, Tudor has managed to achieve this while simultaneously slimming down the watch to a mere 12.8mm thickness, making it sleeker and more wearable than ever before. Measuring 39mm wide and 47.8mm lug-to-lug, the new Black Bay 58 GMT is nearly identical in size to its predecessor.
The heart of the Tudor Black Bay 58 GMT beats with the precision and reliability of the Tudor MT5450-U caliber. This sophisticated movement boasts a range of functions, including hours, minutes, seconds, date, and a 24-hour hand. With a diameter of 30.3mm and a power reserve of 65 hours, the MT5450-U ensures optimal performance and longevity, even in the most demanding conditions. Operating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour and equipped with 34 jewels, this movement delivers exceptional accuracy and reliability, earning it both COSC and METAS certification as a Master Chronometer. This rigorous testing process guarantees that the Black Bay 58 GMT meets the highest standards of precision and performance.
