Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue: What Makes This Model So Irresistible?

In the now-appearing idyllic days of late 2019. Tudor’s upcoming Baselworld releases were the one thing my blissfully ignorant self was looking forward to in 2020.

We all anticipated that they would build on their breakout success. From the previous year the Black Bay Fifty-Eight. Even though nothing was promised or even suggested.

Quick forward a little and Basel was dropped. Tudor and Rolex pulled out of the show likely for good. New deliveries were required to be postponed.

But, the salty seas of social media were bound to react negatively, at least at first. To be fair, there were many positive responses as well.

Exhausting” said some, “for what reason didn’t they make the dial dark,” said others. A periodic “meh” was even tossed around. Still, others appeared to be surprised.

As Tudor didn’t come up with the exact Fifty-Eight they envisioned. Even though I strongly disagree with the criticism (I’ll talk more about why I like the movie later).

I do think that it highlights something interesting about the first Fifty-Eight.

Tudor created what appeared to be a watch for enthusiasts by producing a 39mm watch. A slimmed-down vintage-style sub in black and gold with a red triangle on the bezel and creamy lume.

And the original watch has continued to sell out all over the world. Thanks to fans, international marketing campaigns, and celebrity brand ambassadors.

They now feel entitled to a brand-new, even more, esoteric model.
And don’t get me wrong. If Tudor had finally produced a new Snowflake sub, say, with the same watch but square markers.

I probably would have sold whatever organ I needed least to buy one. Tudor. Also, chose the safe route.

They chose something universally appealing. Rather than delving deeper into the idiosyncratic depths of watch nerddom.

Why the Tudor Black Bay 58 Is a Perfect Everyday Diver

Something that you can appreciate without knowing anything about the brand’s past. Dark blue with crisp, white light and silver accents.

It is elegant, timeless, and… completely inoffensive. Imagine going to the watch store with your significant other. To that end, it is also an appealing shade of blue.

This classic blue is darker and less saturated. In comparison the vibrant berry blue of the Pelagos or the inky indigo of the Black Bay 36.

It is neither too dark nor too bright to give the impression of being black. It won’t clash with clothing, unlike previous blues, particularly the Pelagos’.

You’re set: a grey suit, yellow board shorts, and brown cowboy boots. Likewise, it’s a tie beast.

The sample that was sent was on Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue’s fabric strap with a silver line running down the middle. Despite the exceptional bracelet. I would not buy this watch in this manner.

A Closer Look

But, it is a less expensive option and looks good for obvious matchy-matchy reasons. Fortunately, this watch and bracelet were brought over by a friend. He had the original Fifty-Eight nearby.

It brings out an appealing modernity. This might come as a surprise on a 39mm diver with obvious vintage heritage. Steel is cool, clean, and mature.

Additionally, the bracelet minimizes the blue, giving it a desaturated, more neutral appearance.

But, you are also free to experiment with various colour combinations. The watch was immediately more lively and enjoyable when served with a Mai Tai ADPT.

The watch looked younger and the blue became more saturated thanks to the pink/orange tone. It was reserved, sophisticated, and ready for a long day at the office.

Thanks to the taupe leather strap. The blue’s intensity was brought back down by the warm khaki or grey colour.

Lastly, the blue became deeper and richer. Without a doubt, it looks attractive on a rugged brown leather strap with a vintage character.

The Comfort and Fit of the Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Blue

The navy blue Fifty-Eight was comfortable to wear on the wrist, regardless of the strap. There are no surprises here. The Fifty-Eight is, in fact, a study in precise proportions.

The 39, 47, and 11.9 mm case is delightful to wear. It fits, is comfortable, holds its own on the wrist, and is small, rugged, and slim in every dimension.

I could continue. Tudor just hit the nail on the head, what else could there be to say?

Final Thoughts: Is the Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Worth It?

This brings me to the colour once more. People, including myself, are acting as though this is a brand-new watch. When in fact it is the same watch you already own, just in a different colour.

At first glance, I thought it looked good, but not as sexy as the original when it arrived. But, I guess you have to live with it for a while to fully appreciate it.

In the end, both watches are very adaptable, but I think the navy maybe even more so. The crisp, cool colours add an extra dash of modernity to the wrist.

This one might not get as much attention, but it will never look out of place, and it is always fun to look down at.

Fans of Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight. In the end, have another option to choose from or, if they so desire, a second Fifty-Eight to add to their collection.

If you’re also interested in the classic style, don’t miss our in-depth review of the Tudor Heritage Black Bay — another icon from Tudor’s lineup that’s worth your attention.

Although I recognize the announcement of a navy blue Fifty-Eight. It might not have impressed people at first glance, but it is a very nice watch that I’m sure you’ll like if you try it.

It’s the same watch inside. It has the same impressive MT5402 chronometer automatic. Along with a 70-hour power reserve and silicon hairspring.

About myself, if I decide to buy a Fifty-Eight. I will need to compare the two (and even more in the future). I like blue, which seems like a natural choice for a day-to-day sports watch.

The fact that they increased the price of the bracelet version from $3,575 to $3,700. It is one thing I did not like, but that is to be expected in 2020.