About the Tudor Black Bay Chrono 41mm
Tudor introduced the Black Bay Chrono as the first Black Bay to feature a chronograph complication, marking a significant milestone for the brand as it demonstrated Tudor's commitment to in-house movement development rather than relying on third-party ebauches. The watch is powered by Tudor's manufacture chronograph caliber, a column-wheel, vertical-clutch movement developed in collaboration with Breitling and sharing architecture with movements used across both brands. The Black Bay Chrono retains the heritage aesthetic cues of the broader Black Bay family — the cushion-shaped crown, the snowflake hands, and the domed bezel — while adding a bi-compax chronograph layout with two pushers flanking the crown at the 2 and 4 o'clock positions. Its 41mm stainless steel case strikes the balance between a modern sport watch presence and a size that wears accessibly across a wide range of wrist sizes.
What to Look For
Buyers should pay close attention to the reference suffix when shopping this collection, as variants like M79360N and M79360B can differ in bracelet type, clasp style, and dial color, with the turquoise dial M79360N-0024 standing out as a particularly sought-after and visually distinctive option. Strap and bracelet choice — steel bracelet, T-Fit bracelet, leather strap, or fabric strap — meaningfully affects both wearability and secondary-market value, with steel bracelet examples often commanding a slight premium. Brand new examples, where available, represent strong value given Tudor's growing collector following and the integrated manufacture movement at a price point well below comparable Rolex chronographs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What dial colors are available in the Tudor Black Bay Chrono 41mm collection?
The Black Bay Chrono 41mm is available in several dial configurations including white, silver, black, and turquoise, each paired with stainless steel cases. The turquoise dial variant, reference M79360N-0024, is among the most eye-catching and has drawn strong collector interest since its introduction.
What is the difference between the M79360N and M79360B references?
Both the M79360N and M79360B are 41mm stainless steel Black Bay Chrono references sharing the same case size and overall design, but they can differ in bracelet type, clasp, or specific configuration details. When shopping, checking the full reference suffix is the most reliable way to confirm exactly which bracelet and dial combination you are purchasing.
Are the Tudor Black Bay Chrono watches at Bizak and Co. authentic and ready to ship?
Yes, every Tudor Black Bay Chrono 41mm listed at Bizak and Co. is fully authenticated before being offered for sale. Both brand new and pre-owned examples are available and ready to ship, making it straightforward to buy a Black Bay Chrono with confidence.
Buy, trade, or sell. Contact Bizak & Co. for pricing and availability on any reference in this collection.
