Tudor Heritage Black Bay Blue Smiley 41mm 79220B 2015 [Preowned]

*** This watch is part of the JB Puteri Cove Collection ***
Please note that this particular watch is part of the JB Puteri Cove store's collection.

Overview 

The Tudor 79220B, better known as the Black Bay Blue, represents a pivotal moment in Tudor's modern renaissance. This model, part of the highly successful Black Bay line, perfectly encapsulates Tudor's ethos of blending vintage-inspired design with contemporary watchmaking.

At 41mm, the stainless steel case offers a substantial wrist presence without sacrificing comfort. The unidirectional rotating bezel, featuring a distinctive blue aluminum insert, pays homage to Tudor's rich diving watch heritage while offering practical functionality.

The matte black dial is a study in legibility and vintage charm. The signature "snowflake" hands – a Tudor hallmark since the late 1960s – provide excellent visibility, complemented by painted luminous hour markers. The lack of a date window maintains a clean, symmetrical aesthetic that purists appreciate.

Powering the 79220B is the ETA 2824 movement, known for its reliability and ease of service. While not in-house, this tried-and-true caliber allows Tudor to offer a high-quality timepiece at an attractive price point.

The watch comes fitted on Tudor's riveted steel bracelet, an elegant nod to the bracelets of vintage Tudor Submariners. Alternatively, it's also available with a distressed leather strap or a fabric NATO-style strap, showcasing the watch's versatility.

With the Black Bay Blue, Tudor demonstrates its ability to honor its past while creating thoroughly modern timepieces. It's a watch that appeals to both vintage enthusiasts and those seeking a robust, everyday wearer.

The 79220B holds a special place in Tudor's history as one of the models that helped reestablish the brand's identity in the global market. While newer iterations of the Black Bay now feature in-house movements, many enthusiasts still seek out this ETA-powered version for its historical significance and value proposition.

Competitively priced, the Tudor Black Bay Blue offers exceptional bang for the buck, delivering Rolex-adjacent quality and a rich diving heritage at a more accessible price point. It's a modern classic that continues to be a favorite among dive watch enthusiasts and collectors alike.

This particular reference is now discontinued and replaced by the 79230B.

Specifications

Condition

Preowned, Excellent Condition, Complete Box and Papers dated December 2015.

Warranty

1 years warranty from SCW.