The Complete Buying Guide to Tudor Watches in Dubai, UAE
➢ Tudor’s History
The person who started Rolex, named Hans Wilsdorf, also created another brand called Tudor. Tudor was meant to be a less expensive option, so it used movements made by other companies and put them inside Rolex cases. Because Tudor was associated with Rolex, it gained a lot of trust and respect. However, this connection also made it hard for Tudor to stand out on its own. Adding to the challenge, Tudor completely disappeared from the US. Market from 1996 until 2013, which didn’t help its visibility or popularity.
However, starting in 2012, Tudor made a significant breakthrough with the introduction of the Black Bay Watch. This new model was a modern version of the old Tudor Submariner, which has become extremely sought-after among collectors. With the release of the Black Bay, Tudor managed to establish its own distinctive identity and move away from being overshadowed by Rolex. The popularity and success of the Black Bay have also had a positive impact on the overall perception of Tudor as a brand. Certain vintage Tudor submariners now command prices exceeding $100,000, further raising the brand’s prestige and desirability.
As of today, the brand still has ties with Rolex, in fact, more than a few of today’s Tudor models are derivative of Rolex’s models.
➢ Why Tudor Luxury Watches?
The following reasons make Tudor luxury watches worth spending your hard-earned money on.
Affordable prices: Although there is some overlap in pricing, Tudor watches are generally priced below Rolex. They typically start at around $7,000, which is a more affordable range compared to Rolex’s starting prices.
Rugged structure: All Tudor watches are designed to be durable, even their dress watches. They have a water resistance rating of 100 meters or more. Instead of the standard Incabloc systems found in ETA movements, Tudor uses highly regarded KIF anti-shock systems. Additionally, sapphire crystals are used for their watch faces.
High-end bracelets and straps: Tudor offer high-quality straps and bracelets. Their bracelets are flexible yet sturdy, and their leather and fabric straps are exclusive and premium, often costing over $100.
Mechanical Movements: Mechanical movements are preferred over Quartz movement by many, and every Tudor watch is powered by mechanical movements. Since 2015, Tudor has started using their in-house movements in some of their watches, while others still use modified ETA movements.
➢ Tudor Lineup
To make decision-making easy and fun for you, Platinum Times has gathered all the popular models of Tudor models along their specifications under one roof! Let’s take a look at it.
i. Tudor Black Bay
- Timekeeping mechanism: Tudor watches use in-house Calibre MT5602 (COSC), previously ETA movements were used before 2016.
- Waterproof capability: 200m.
- Case size: 41mm.
- Price range: $3,575-$5,400 (varies based on materials and strap/bracelet choice).
ii. Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight
- Timekeeping mechanism: Tudor watches feature in-house Calibre MT5402, which is COSC-certified.
- Waterproof capability: The watches have a water resistance rating of 200 meters.
- Case size: The case diameter of Tudor watches is 39mm.
- Price: Tudor watches are priced at $3,475 for the strap version and $3,800 for the bracelet version. Prices may vary for watches made with special materials.
iii. Tudor Black Bay 54
- Timekeeping mechanism: Tudor watches use in-house Calibre MT5400, which is COSC-certified.
- Waterproof capability: The watches are water-resistant up to 200 meters.
- Case size: Tudor watches have a case diameter of 37mm.
- Price range: The strap version of Tudor watches is priced at $3,625, while the bracelet version costs $3,850.
iv. Tudor Black Bay Bronze
- Timekeeping mechanism: Tudor watches are equipped with the in-house Calibre MT5601, which is COSC-certified.
- Waterproof capability: These watches have a water resistance rating of 200 meters.
- Case size: Tudor watches feature a case diameter of 43mm.
- Price: The price for these watches is $4,250.
v. Tudor Black Bay Pro
People were expecting a Black Bay Fifty-Eight GMT, but Tudor surprised them with a watch that resembled a vintage Rolex Explorer II reference 1655. It had a fixed Bezel and similar features to Black Bay Pro model. Despite the unexpected twist, the watch remained true to Tudor’s style and proved to be an excellent GMT watch, with a comfortable 39mm diameter that can be worn easily. Some prominent features of the model include:
- Timekeeping mechanism: Tudor watches feature the in-house Calibre MT5652, which is COSC-certified.
- Waterproof capability: These watches are water-resistant up to 200 meters.
- Case size: Tudor watches have a case diameter of 39mm.
- Price range: The price range for these watches is between $3,675 and $4,000, depending on the specific model and variant.
vi. Tudor Black Bay P01
- Timekeeping mechanism: In-house manufacture of Calibre MT5612 (COSC)
- Waterproof capability: 200m
- Case size: 42mm
- Price: $4,100
vii. Tudor Black Bay GMT
- Timekeeping mechanism: Tudor watches are equipped with the in-house Calibre MT5652, which is COSC-certified and includes a second-time zone feature.
- Waterproof capability: These watches have a water resistance rating of 200 meters.
- Case size: Tudor watches feature a case diameter of 41mm.
- Price range: The price range for these watches varies between $3,850 and $5,550, depending on the choice of strap or bracelet.
viii. Tudor Black Bay Chrono
- Timekeeping mechanism: Tudor watches utilize the in-house Calibre MT5813, which is COSC-certified.
- Waterproof capability: These watches have a water resistance rating of 200 meters.
- Case size: Tudor watches feature a case diameter of 41mm.
- Price range: The price range for these watches varies between $5,000 and $7,250, depending on the materials used and the choice of strap or bracelet.
ix. Tudor Black Bay 32/36/41
- Timekeeping mechanism: ETA 2824 with upgrades
- Waterproof capability: 150m
- Case size: 32mm; 36mm, 41mm
- Price range: $2,625 — $3,275
x. Tudor Ranger
- Timekeeping mechanism: Manufacture Calibre MT5402
- Waterproof capability: 100m
- Case size: 39mm
- Price range: $2,725 — $3,050
xi. Tudor Pelagos
- Timekeeping mechanism: Manufacture Calibre MT5612 (COSC)
- Waterproof capability: 500m
- Case size: 42mm
- Price: $4,575
xii. Tudor Pelagos 39
- Timekeeping mechanism: Manufacture Calibre MT5400 (COSC)
- Waterproof capability: 200m
- Case size: 39mm
- Price: $4,400
xiii. Tudor Heritage Chrono
- Timekeeping mechanism: Tudor watches are powered by a self-winding mechanical movement Calibre 2892, which includes an additional module for the chronograph function.
- Waterproof capability: These watches have a water resistance rating of 150 meters.
- Case size: Tudor watches feature a case diameter of 41mm.
- Price range: The price range for these watches varies between $4,200 – $4,525.
xiv. Tudor Royal
The Tudor Royal collection carries a name that was first used in the 1950s. It now offers a range of “sport chic” watches in various configurations and sizes. There are nine dial options and four case sizes available, which include 28mm, 34mm, 38mm, and 41mm. The cases are made of 316L stainless steel or a combination of steel and yellow gold. The watches feature sunray satin-finished dials with either applied Roman numerals or diamond indices, accompanied by Super-LumiNova-coated baton hands.
- Timekeeping mechanism: The 28mm model is powered by a self-winding mechanical movement Calibre 2671, while the 34mm, 38mm, and 41mm models use a self-winding mechanical movement Calibre 2824-2.
- Waterproof capability: The watches in the Tudor Royal collection have a water resistance rating of 100 meters.
- Price range: The price range for these watches falls between $2,200 and $3,925, depending on the specific model and size.
xv. Tudor 1926
- Timekeeping mechanism: Self-winding mechanical movement Calibre 2824 with date
- Waterproof capability: 100m
- Case size: 28mm; 36mm; 39mm; 41mm
- Price range: $1,750 — $3,525
xvi. Tudor Glamour
- Timekeeping mechanism: Manufacture Calibre MT5641 (COSC) self-winding mechanical movement with day-date; Calibre 2834 with the date (depending on size and function)
- Waterproof capability: 100m
- Case size: 28mm; 31mm; 36mm; 39mm; 41mm
- Price range: $2,225 — $5,250
xvii. Tudor Style
- Timekeeping mechanism: Various from ETA depending on size.
- Waterproof capability: 100m
- Case size: 28mm; 34mm; 38mm; 41mm
- Price range: $2,100 — $3,750
xviii. Tudor Clair de Rose
- Timekeeping mechanism: 34mm, self-winding mechanical movement Calibre 2824-2; 26mm and 30mm, self-winding mechanical movement Calibre 2671
- Waterproof capability: 100m
- Case size: 26mm, 30mm, and 34mm.
- Price range: $2,225 – $2,950
This concludes our list of popular Tudor luxury watch models. For more bookings and details visit us or contact us online.
Disclaimer: Prices are subject to change over time. The information provided reflects the prices in recent times and may not represent the future pricing of the product. It is recommended to verify the latest prices from our professionals.
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