Inspired by the 1954 edition of the Tudor Submariner ref. 7922, takes up its lines by revisiting the fine lugs and iconic convex shape of the dial and crystal common to the brand's early models and long since discontinued.

The large winding crown called BIG CROWN by connoisseurs and collectors, recalls the 1959 model ref. 7924; the spheres ("hands"), known to experts as snowflakes, offered by Tudor from 1969 until the early 1980s are angular in shape.

The brand's aesthetic heritage is combined with contemporary design elements: the 41 mm steel case with fine finishing, the anodised aluminium crown tube and the interchangeable strap make the Heritage Black Bay a watch with a strong impact and identity.

In its version with a burgundy-coloured bezel, the Heritage Black Bay seems to be enveloped in the patina of time and represents a Tudor exclusivity: ripresenting one of the original models from the 1970s, it is crafted with a refined matte effect. The black dial, also convex, features rose gold indices with cream-coloured luminescent substance, ensuring perfect readability. As for the hour markers, the rose gold of the hands instils a whiff of nostalgia, suggesting the oxidised look typical of ancient timepieces. An admirer of attention to detail, Tudor uses the same colour for the insert in the case of the winding crown on which the rose, the brand's historical symbol, is engraved.
The new folding clasp developed by the Maison comes with a black fabric strap and a choice of either an aged leather or steel bracelet, adding a further touch of originality to an elegant and contemporary watch.

While the first model with its rounded lines instils a sense of warmth, the second adopts a cooler look with sharper lines, for an overall impression of high technology. The glacial aspect, given by the midnight blue tones of the bezel combined with the crown tube, cools the vibration of the steel of the case, giving the whole an aquatic and functional dimension, recalling the military past of some of the brand's references. The black dial manages to create a cool, sharp contrast with the silver-plated hour markers and the ice-white luminescent substance of the hour markers. In turn silver-plated and luminescent, the hands recreate the same play of contrasts that almost seem to cut through the dial with surgical precision.

Three years later comes the third model in the Heritage Black Bay line, declining into a watch with a total black aesthetic. What is most striking about the new model is just how different looks from its siblings, especially considering that it is structurally almost identical to the Burgundy and Midnight Blue models. Same 41 mm case in steel with polished and satin finish, same bracelet and same movement. The matte black dial is enhanced by the generous rose gold indices, with cream-coloured luminescent substance, already present on the burgundy-coloured model, giving it the warm, vintage-style tone. The only substantial difference compared to its siblings is the bezel: a satin-finished black that enhances the notched profile , ensuring a huge change to the personality of the Black Bay, characterised by the touch of luxury and elegance that black gives it.

Like all models in the Heritage line, the Black Bay is fitted with two straps: the first adjustable in fabric with a complex weave of black fabric, and the second with a choice of either a black aged leather strap mounted on a deployment buckle matching the bezel, or a steel bracelet with satin-finished and other polished parts and a folding clasp.