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Ref: 79230R — Full Kit | Excellent Pre-Owned Condition
The Black Bay Heritage 79230R is Tudor’s crown jewel of retro-inspired dive watches. Its rich burgundy bezel, gilt accents, and iconic snowflake hands make it instantly recognizable — a vintage-inspired diver with modern performance. Rugged yet refined, it’s a watch that carries character and history on the wrist. In excellent pre-owned condition with a full kit, it’s ready to wear or collect.
Reference: 79230R
41mm stainless steel case
Burgundy anodized aluminum bezel insert
Black dial with gilt details & snowflake hands
Automatic Tudor Caliber MT5602 (COSC certified, 70-hour power reserve)
Sapphire crystal, 200m water resistance
Stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp
Full Kit: box, papers, warranty card
Condition: Excellent pre-owned
David Beckham has been spotted wearing various Tudor Black Bays in public appearances.
Lady Gaga has appeared in Tudor campaigns.
Tudor ambassadors also include Jay Chou (internationally), who embodies the adventurous and stylish spirit of the brand.
This model captures Tudor’s value proposition: you get the heritage, build quality, and in-house COSC-certified movement of a Rolex Submariner, at a fraction of the price. The 79230R delivers almost all the wrist presence and durability of a Submariner without the premium markup, making it one of the best value propositions in modern luxury watch collecting.
Case #100 is a standout in the BST archives. The 79230R isn’t just a watch — it’s a bridge between Tudor’s storied past and modern horology. Its red bezel became a defining signature for the Black Bay line, and the COSC-certified MT5602 movement ensures reliability far beyond the era it pays homage to.
Compared to its Rolex Submariner equivalent, this watch punches above its weight: the craftsmanship is there, the history is there, and the collector’s appeal is undeniable — all at a price that leaves room for more watches in the safe. Full kit and excellent condition make this suspect a rare opportunity.
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