Tudor created its first watch in 1926 under the watchful gaze of the founder of Rolex, Hans Wilsdorf. The best Tudor watched for men bring all of the engineering prowess and craftmanship of its better-known sister brand.
Not as well-known as other luxury watch brands, but make no mistake, Tudor is ultra-high quality. Each jaw-dropping timepiece incorporates scratch-resistant alloys, anti-shock movements, and hardened sapphire crystal glass.
Best Tudor Watches For Men
With the resale market for Tudor watches is booming, we take a look at some of the best Tudor watches for men that make the perfect investment.
1. Tudor 1926
Review
Tudor’s 1926 watch pays tribute to its origins and tradition with the 1926 line. Named after the year that “The Tudor” was first registered by Hans Wilsdorf, this timepiece gives it a vintage feel with up-to-date chronograph features.
The 41mm stainless steel case features a domed opaline white dial with cobalt-blue hour markers and hands that really ping. All are protected by sapphire crystal glass.
The date aperture is located at the 3 o’clock position with black font and white background that I personally found easy on the eye.
This watch is water-resistant up to 100 metres and has a 38-hour power reserve. It’s powered by a calibre 2824 self-winding mechanical movement.
This watch also features an ergonomically designed steel bracelet of seven satin and polished links. It’s Swiss-made and created to the highest watchmaking’ standards, with a 5-year guarantee.
Case Diameter:
41.0mm
Water Resistance:
Up to 100 meters
Movement:
Automatic
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2. Tudor Black Bay GMT
Review
The Black Bay GMT is a diving watch with 60 years of heritage. It takes inspiration from the first Tudor diving watches produced for the French National Navy in the 1970s.
The 41mm polished stainless steel case boasts a black dial domed dial, crystal, and angular luminescent hands (known as snowflake) edged in silver/steel. It also has a function date aperture at 3 o’clock.
Finished with distinctive burgundy and blue bezel. It has a riveted steel bracelet and features sapphire crystal glass. Stunning.
This GMT watch takes the features of the Tudor Black Bay collection and adds a GMT function which means that you can track multiple time zones with this watch.
It has a self-winding mechanical movement and bidirectional rotor system, a 70-hour power reserve, and a water-resistant to 200 metres. Similar to the Oris Aquis Date Black Dial Steel watch.
Case Diameter:
41.0mm
Water Resistance:
Up to 200 meters
Movement:
Automatic
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3. Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight
Review
The Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Navy Blue celebrates the heritage of 60 years of diving watches. It takes inspiration from the domed dial and crystal from the first Tudor diving watches.
A sporty, sophisticated look, this timepiece has a bold blue dial, matching unidirectional rotatable bezel, and 60-minute graduated disc with silver gilded markings.
It’s made from steel and anodised aluminium, hands are angular luminescent. It also comes with a 39mm 316L steel case with a polished satin finish and a brown leather strap.
This watch is powered by a self-winding mechanical movement with a bidirectional rotor system. Water-resistant to 200 metres and has automatic winding with hours, minutes, seconds and stop-seconds for precise time settings. It has a 70-hour power reserve.
Case Diameter:
39.0mm
Water Resistance:
Up to 200 meters
Movement:
Automatic
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4. Tudor Black Bay Steel
Review
With angular hands and contemporary styling, the Tudor Black Bay Steel incorporates the classic elements of 1950’s submariner-like watches but with a modern twist.
It’s a great watch to go from work to adventure. Features a striking black dial with white index hours markers and a rotating polished steel bezel. It also features a date function that doesn’t usually appear in the collection.
Secured with a chunky stainless steel link bracelet and matching 41mm case, this hardy watch includes an automatic movement and is waterproof to 200 metres.
Case Diameter:
41.0mm
Water Resistance:
Up to 200 meters
Movement:
Automatic
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5. Tudor Glamour Date Day Gold/Silver
Review
The Tudor Glamour Date & Day watch showcases Tudor’s retro-chic style. Ultra-modern and vintage all rolled into one, I just had to add this stunning timepiece to the list.
This watch is a statement piece, combining 18ct yellow gold and steel with a champagne coloured dial complete with a funky retro pattern. White-tipped black hands are sleek yet easy to ready against the gold hour batons and face.
I love the written day display at 12 o’clock, and for me, it’s what makes this watch look so retro. Also models an easy to read date aperture at 3 o’clock.
The balance of silver and gold continues on the bracelet, with a central band of gold links and a combination of polished and brushed steel. The steel bracelet has a folding clasp and safety catch.
It has a self-winding movement, a 39mm polished steel case, and a steel screw-down winding crown featuring the Tudor logo. It uses self-winding mechanical movement. Waterproof to 100 metres.
Also, check out my review of the similar Raymond Weil Tango Two-tone Yellow Gold watch.
Case Diameter:
39.0mm
Water Resistance:
Up to 100 meters
Movement:
Automatic
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6. Tudor Glamour Date Day Black/Silver
Review
The Glamour range showcases Tudor’s retro-chic style. It certainly looks the part with its black dial, silver detailing and a steel screw-down winding crown with Tudor logo.
It has a 39mm case diameter, a traditional black dial, plus discreet silver batons for the hour markers. The day aperture at 12 o’clock is an eye-catching feature, plus the date window at 3 o’clock adds functionality.
Looks smooth and sleek, without being heavy or uncomfortable. It’s more understated than the gold version but still has a classic, luxurious look that just says quality.
The stainless-steel bracelet has a folding clasp and safety catch to avoid loss, plus it’s water-resistant to 100 metres. Perfect for any occasion.
Case Diameter:
39.0mm
Water Resistance:
Up to 100 meters
Movement:
Automatic
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7. Tudor Glamour Double Date
Review
The Tudor Glamour Double Date is an excellent example of a more contemporary style of timepiece that nods to Tudor’s retro-chic style. It’s an elegant and sophisticated watch packed with a whole host of features.
It sits confidently in a 42mm polished steel case, featuring a striking opaline dial with blue indices. It also has a small seconds dial and a large date display for added wow-factor.
The stainless-steel strap features a polished steel double bezel. It uses a sapphire crystal mechanism, self-winding mechanical movement, and a 70-hour power reserve. Water-resistant up to 100 metres.
The stainless-steel strap version is one of the least costly options in the range. Still, it by no means it’s any less desirable – David Beckham was the brand ambassador for the launch. It’s a more dressed-up Tudor than some of the older classic styles.
Case Diameter:
42.0MM
Water Resistance:
Up to 100 meters
Movement:
Automatic
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8. Tudor Heritage Advisor
Review
The Heritage Advisor is a reinterpretation of the 1957 classic of the same name. Looking like something out of ‘The Matrix’, this watch includes features such as an alarm function, calendar, and even a power indicator!
The striking 42 mm titanium case houses the domed sapphire crystal encased 2-tone black dial complete with silver Arabic numerals and hour batons. I love that it has an alarm, easily set by using the red hand.
Packed with features, this watch has a power reserve indicator at 3 o’clock, a date indicator dial at 6 o’clock, and finally, an ON/OFF indicator for the alarm located at 9 o’clock.
A strap of black alligator looks classy and has a folding clasp/safety strap. The self-winding mechanical movement allows for a 42-hour power reserve, and it’s also waterproof up to 100 metres.
Case Diameter:
42.0mm
Water Resistance:
Up to 100 meters
Movement:
Automatic
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9. Tudor Black Bay 41
Review
Moving from feature-rich to uncomplicated and discreet, the Tudor Black Bay 41 is a high-performance timepiece that oozes effortless luxury and style.
The dial also features trademark ‘snowflake’ hands and the iconic Tudor logo, adding a touch of individuality to the classic Black Bay.
Presented on a stainless steel bracelet with neat lugs and a 41mm stainless steel case, this timepiece benefits from luminous ‘snowflake’ hands that sit in front of a black dial.
Contrasting white batons and dots mark each hour beneath a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal glass. 5-minute intervals are noted with discrete grey markers. A brin leather strap completed the smart-casual look.
Water-resistant to 150 metres, the Black Bay 41 is powered by a Tudor Calibre 2824 self-winding mechanical movement and boasts a power reserve of approximately 38 hours.
Case Diameter:
41.0mm
Water Resistance:
Up to 200 meters
Movement:
Automatic
Price & Reviews
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10. Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight
Review
The Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight takes its name from the year that the first Tudor divers’ watch was released. This watch works for any occasion, thanks to its signature snowflake hands that really pop.
A 39mm stainless steel case houses the stunning black dial with contrasting gold batons and dots that mark each hour beneath a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal glass.
The striking rotatable steel bezel has a 60-minute disc in matt black with anodised aluminium and gold gilded markings and numerals. A matching black material gives a sporty and functional vibe.
A self-winding, calibre MT5402 mechanical movement has a power reserve of 70 hours, plus offers up to 200 meters of water resistance. Also, check out my review of the Rado Captain Cook Automatic Bronze watch.
Case Diameter:
41.0mm
Water Resistance:
Up to 100 meters
Movement:
Automatic
Price & Reviews
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Andrew’s Top Pick
Tudor 1926
My top pick is the jaw-dropping Tudor 1926 watch. The domed opaline white dial and cobalt-blue hour markers and hands really ping against the stainless steel bracelet. Perfect for any occasion.
Conclusion
The best Tudor watches for men come in various styles, colours and materials to ensure the perfect timepiece for every guy, no matter the situation or occasion.
With decades of heritage and experience and the brainchild of Rolex creator Hans Wilsdorf, the founder of Rolex, it’s clear that Tudor watches are worth the investment.
What’s even better is that these timepieces tend to keep their value on the resale market if you ever change your mind – a true mark of quality.
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