Tudor Black Bay 41 Silver 79540

Step into understated power with the Black Bay 41 Silver — the 41 mm stainless steel case gives it real presence, yet the clean polished-and-brushed finishing keeps it refined rather than garish. The smooth steel bezel and warm silver-sunburst dial deliver a modern, minimalist charm, while the signature “snowflake” hour hand and bold indices pay tribute to Tudor’s military heritage. With a screw-down crown, sapphire crystal and 150 m water resistance, it’s built to go places.

Inside lives the automatic calibre T600 (based on the ETA 2824-2), delivering reliable day-to-day performance and a 38-hour power reserve — in other words, the tech works hard so the look stays effortless. The bracelet or leather strap options ensure it can comfortably ride from boardroom to weekend road-trip without missing a beat. In short: it’s the kind of “one-watch” you buy to wear, not hoard.

Reference: 79540

Dated: 2023

Bracelet: Oyster - Stainless Steel Bracelet

Case Size: 41mm - Stainless Steel

Lug Width: 22mm

Movement: T600- Automatic

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds

Box and Papers: Inner/outer boxes, and warranty card

Crystal: Sapphire

Bracelet size: 7.5”

Case has little to no wear. Bracelet has minimal wear with nothing notable. Dial, hands, and crystal have no wear.

Tudor was established in 1926 by Hans Wilsdorf, the founder of Rolex, with a vision to create watches that offered the same reliability and precision as Rolex, but at a more accessible price point. Built with robust Swiss movements and housed in Rolex-quality cases, Tudor quickly earned a reputation for producing tool watches trusted by military units and professional divers around the world. In the 1950s and ‘60s, Tudor introduced iconic models like the Oyster Prince Submariner, worn by the French Navy, and carved out a legacy as a maker of rugged, no-nonsense timepieces built to perform under extreme conditions.

In recent years, Tudor has reemerged as one of the most exciting names in modern watchmaking. Collections like the Black Bay, Pelagos, and Ranger pay homage to the brand’s vintage roots while incorporating in-house calibers and contemporary design updates. The Black Bay Fifty-Eight, in particular, has become a collector favorite for its perfect blend of vintage proportions and modern engineering. With a design language all its own and a renewed focus on manufacturing independence, Tudor has established itself as far more than Rolex’s younger sibling—it’s a brand that balances heritage, innovation, and value with serious horological credibility.