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Case #241 β€” Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight  Ref. 79030N-001

Case #241 β€” Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Ref. 79030N-001

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Case #241 β€” Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Β Ref. 79030N-001

Status: Active Investigation
Condition: Excellent Pre-Owned
Scope: Box, Papers & Warranty Card (dated 2021)


πŸ”Ž Case Notes

The Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Ref. 79030N-001 is widely regarded as one of the most balanced modern dive watches available β€” a reference that redefined what collectors expect from contemporary tool watches.

Named after the year Tudor introduced its first 200-meter diver in 1958, the Fifty-Eight distills vintage-inspired design into a highly wearable modern platform. The matte black dial, gilt accents, and matching black aluminum bezel create warmth and character without sacrificing legibility or durability.

At 39mm, the case hits a near-perfect sweet spot for daily wear β€” compact, proportional, and comfortable across a wide range of wrists. This example is presented in excellent pre-owned condition, showing only minimal signs of careful ownership. The case lines remain crisp, the bezel clean, and the dial and crystal are pristine. It includes its original box, paperwork, and warranty card, dated 2021.


πŸ•°οΈ The Evidence

Reference: 79030N-001
Model: Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight
Case: 39 mm Stainless Steel
Bezel: Black Aluminum Unidirectional Dive Bezel
Crystal: Domed Sapphire
Dial: Black with Gilt Accents & Snowflake Hands
Movement: Tudor In-House Automatic
Bracelet: Stainless Steel Bracelet
Water Resistance: 200 m
Accessories: Box, Papers & Warranty Card (dated 2021)
Condition Notes: Excellent overall; minimal evidence of wear; dial and crystal clean; bracelet very well preserved.


🌊 The BB58 Effect

When Tudor introduced the Black Bay Fifty-Eight, it quickly became a benchmark in the modern dive-watch market. Its balanced proportions, vintage cues, and everyday versatility earned immediate and sustained demand.

Collectors gravitate to the 79030N for:

  • Ideal 39mm sizing

  • Warm gilt dial execution

  • Strong dive credentials without bulk

  • A timeless design that avoids trend fatigue

It’s a watch that rarely leaves the wrist once acquired.


🌟 Collector Provenance

Excellent-condition, full-set BB58 examples from recent years remain among Tudor’s most consistently sought-after references. A 2021-dated example offers modern relevance with strong long-term appeal.


🌟 Celebrity Provenance

The Black Bay Fifty-Eight has been seen on the wrists of actors, athletes, and collectors who favor proportion and authenticity over spectacle. Its appeal lies in quiet confidence and thoughtful design.


🧾 From the Case File

β€œRecovered complete with original box, paperwork, and warranty card dated 2021. Excellent pre-owned condition with minimal signs of wear. A clean, highly wearable BB58.”


πŸ—οΈ BST Verdict

Case #241 delivers the Black Bay Fifty-Eight exactly as collectors want it β€” excellent condition, complete set, and the classic gilt-black execution that launched a modern icon. Balanced, versatile, and enduringly desirable.

πŸ‘‰ Every case deserves a closer look.