This version of the Black Bay Bronze wasn’t created for the sake of a gimmick, it was made as part of a collaboration to celebrate the 130th anniversary of Bucherer, one of Europe’s oldest watch and jewellery houses. The base Black Bay Bronze itself was introduced as a reinterpretation of Tudor’s heritage dive watches, pairing a large bronze case with the in-house MT5601 automatic movement, a chronometer-certified calibre with roughly 70 hours of power reserve and a silicon balance spring. What distinguishes the Bucherer edition is the colour narrative: the deep blue dial paired with bronze evokes both the sea and the patina-rich evolution bronze watches are known for. While functionally identical to the standard Bronze, its palette changes the experience. The blue dial contrasts with the bronze and highlights the “snowflake” hands and applied markers in a way that feels fresh yet complementary to the Black Bay DNA.

Model – Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Edition
Reference – 79250BB
Year – 2022
Size – 43mm
Dial – Blue
Case Material – Bronze
Bracelet Material – Leather
Movement – Automatic
Power Reserve – 70hrs
Water resistance – 200m
Condition – 9.8/10
Accs – Full Set

Remarks – From an ownership perspective, this edition works because it combines heritage inspiration with boutique exclusivity. It is not limited by production numbers in the strictest sense, but its tie to Bucherer and the specific anniversary gives it a context most regular Black Bay Bronzes lack — a narrative rooted in longstanding Swiss watch culture. As a collector piece, it sits comfortably alongside both tool-watch leanings and more refined, design-forward interests. The bronze will age uniquely on every wrist, developing patina that becomes part of its personal story, while the blue dial remains a stable, contrasting signature. Given its discontinuation and boutique-only origin, it carries additional resonance in the pre-owned market as a quietly distinct take on one of Tudor’s most successful modern classics.