{"product_id":"case-283-tudor-black-bay-58-navy-blue-ref-79030b","title":"Case #283 — Tudor Black Bay 58 “Navy Blue” Ref. 79030B","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"j9116z\" data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"246\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"246\"\u003eCase #283 — Tudor Black Bay 58 “Navy Blue” Ref. 79030B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"380\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"259\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active Investigation\u003cbr data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good Pre-Owned\u003cbr data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"320\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"330\"\u003eScope:\u003c\/strong\u003e Box, Papers, and Cards\u003cbr data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"356\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"365\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023 example\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xxz1s1\" data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"402\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"402\"\u003e🔎 Case Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"828\"\u003eThe Tudor Black Bay 58 “Navy Blue” Ref. 79030B is one of the strongest modern expressions in the Black Bay line — pairing vintage-inspired proportions with a crisp blue colorway that gives the watch a slightly bolder, more contemporary presence. At 39mm, it carries the balanced, highly wearable profile that has made the BB58 one of Tudor’s most broadly appreciated modern sport models. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eThis reference stays true to the appeal of the original Black Bay 58 formula: compact sizing, strong everyday versatility, and a design language that draws from Tudor’s historic dive watches without feeling overly nostalgic. The navy blue dial and matching blue aluminum bezel insert give it a distinct personality while keeping the watch firmly in classic dive-watch territory. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003eThis example is a 2023 watch and is presented in very good pre-owned condition, showing only light wear consistent with normal careful use. The case, bezel, and bracelet show only faint signs of wear overall. It includes box, papers, and cards, and is currently sized to fit approximately a 7.5-inch wrist. There is one minor mark on the bezel at the 11 position, and the bracelet is short one link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"153bhp\" data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e🕰️ The Evidence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 79030B \/ M79030B-0001\u003cbr data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tudor Black Bay 58 “Navy Blue”\u003cbr data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 39 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unidirectional steel bezel with blue anodized aluminum insert\u003cbr data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domed Sapphire Crystal\u003cbr data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Dial\u003cbr data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tudor Manufacture Calibre MT5402 (COSC) Automatic\u003cbr data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel Bracelet\u003cbr data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003eBracelet Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7.5\" wrist; short 1 link\u003cbr data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 m\u003cbr data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003cbr data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Box, Papers, and Cards \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2494\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good pre-owned condition with light signs of wear consistent with normal use. Case, bezel, and bracelet show faint wear overall. One minor bezel mark is present at the 11 position. No hang tag. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ccqfgi\" data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2521\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2521\"\u003e🏁 Diving Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003eThe Black Bay 58 takes its inspiration from Tudor’s late-1950s dive watch design language, especially the brand’s early 200-meter divers and the proportions collectors continue to favor today. The “58” name itself references 1958, the year Tudor introduced the reference 7924, also known as the “Big Crown.” \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"3133\"\u003eIn blue, the model adds a modern twist to that vintage-rooted formula. It keeps the compact case, domed crystal, and classic dive-watch layout intact, while offering a colorway that feels fresh without sacrificing versatility. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"olqnr0\" data-start=\"3135\" data-end=\"3165\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3138\" data-end=\"3165\"\u003e🌟 Collector Provenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3537\"\u003eExamples from recent production years that include box, papers, and cards continue to hold strong appeal, especially within the Black Bay 58 line where full-set presentation remains an important value point for many buyers. This example also benefits from the desirable bracelet configuration. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3539\" data-end=\"3830\"\u003eThe 39mm case size, blue dial, and strong everyday wearability have helped make the BB58 one of Tudor’s most popular modern references. It remains one of the easiest contemporary sport watches to recommend to both newer buyers and seasoned collectors. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1i62gsk\" data-start=\"3832\" data-end=\"3862\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3862\"\u003e🌟 Celebrity Provenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3863\" data-end=\"4235\"\u003eThe Black Bay line has become one of the most recognizable modern Tudor families, appreciated by collectors, enthusiasts, and public figures alike for its balance of vintage influence and modern practicality. Its broad appeal comes from doing the fundamentals exceptionally well: size, legibility, durability, and daily versatility. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1m0aqgo\" data-start=\"4237\" data-end=\"4265\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4240\" data-end=\"4265\"\u003e🧾 From the Case File\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4266\" data-end=\"4473\"\u003e“Recovered as a 2023 Tudor Black Bay 58 Ref. 79030B with box, papers, and cards. Presented in very good pre-owned condition with light overall wear, one minor bezel mark at 11, and bracelet short one link.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1tceir8\" data-start=\"4475\" data-end=\"4497\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4478\" data-end=\"4497\"\u003e🗝️ BST Verdict\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4498\" data-end=\"4831\"\u003eCase #283 delivers one of Tudor’s most desirable modern dive watches in a highly wearable 39mm format. With its blue execution, strong full-set presentation, and only minor honest wear to note, it stands as a compelling example of the Black Bay 58 line. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4833\" data-end=\"4874\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"4836\" data-end=\"4874\"\u003eEvery case deserves a closer look.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Street Timepieces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55588596711727,"sku":null,"price":3200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5359\/5439\/files\/13B31164-C863-41A8-95F3-2164D07972AE.jpg?v=1774102609","url":"https:\/\/bakerstreettimepieces.com\/products\/case-283-tudor-black-bay-58-navy-blue-ref-79030b","provider":"Baker Street Timepieces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}