If we are being honest, it has been a long two years. Through a multitude of changes, one thing has become apparent, comfort never goes out of style. When it comes to precious metals, gold and silver are formal, but bronze, bronze evokes feelings of earthiness, being grounded, security, and comfort. TUDOR has made a Black Bay Fifty-Eight Bronze edition watch previously, but this past year they decided to go a little further, and have created their first bracelet entirely from bronze. In a year where many are seeking comfort in everything, this move by TUDOR is both grounded in history and uniquely modern.
TUDOR constructed the new Black Bay Fifty-Eight Bronze in a nod to the metal used on old deep-sea diving equipment. Bronze is known for the unique patina that forms over time and is unique to each piece, something which will allow each timepiece to take on a dynamic character perfectly suited to the wearer. Bronze does present some issues, however, and the craftsmen at TUDOR carried out extensive testing and carefully manufactured each piece to allow it to operate perfectly while also changing with the unique environment around it, unlike traditional stainless-steel cases and materials. In another nod to the era of classic seafarers, the timepiece is designed for slim wrists and crafted in a 39mm case, appealing to vintage enthusiasts and those looking for a more compact option for a new wrist watch.