Tudor's New Black Bay 58 Burgundy: More Than A Color Change

When the Black Bay 58 Burgundy debuted at Watches & Wonders 2025, some assumed it was just a color refresh. A cool one, certainly—matte burgundy bezel, sunburst red dial—but nothing more than a new flavor of Tudor’s fan-favorite diver.

But this isn’t just a color swap. The Black Bay 58 Burgundy is, in function and form, a true next-generation Black Bay 58. While Tudor hasn’t discontinued the earlier models, this new version lays the groundwork for what’s likely the future of the entire line.

Let’s get into it.

The Watch We’ve Been Asking For

Tudor fans have been patiently waiting for a Black Bay 58 that checks all the modern boxes: Master Chronometer certification (more on that later), a reworked case, and finally, a micro-adjustable T-Fit clasp. This new release delivers on all of those.

The new Black Bay 58 is ever so slightly slimmer than its predecessors—11.7mm instead of 11.9mm—but the refinements go beyond raw dimensions. The case and lugs have been slightly reworked, enough that the new bracelets are not backward-compatible with earlier Black Bay 58s. The crown and bezel knurling have also been updated, ditching the coin-edge look in favor of a more rugged Submariner-style grip—a change we also saw on the 41mm METAS Black Bay.

This is also the first time-only stainless steel BB58 to feature Tudor’s T-Fit clasp, and it’s available across all configurations: the classic riveted three-link, a dressier five-link, and even a fitted rubber strap with steel end links. T-Fit is a huge upgrade to daily wearability, providing tool-free, on-the-fly bracelet adjustment to get that perfect fit.

Inside is the MT5400-U movement, the same as the Black Bay 54. Like that model, it’s METAS-certified. That means this watch is a Master Chronometer: tested for accuracy, water resistance, magnetic resistance, and power reserve as a fully assembled piece—not just a movement on a bench. For many collectors, METAS is the gold standard in modern mechanical timekeeping.

A Deep Cut from Tudor History

Image Source: Hodinkee

Here’s something most people won’t realize: this exact color configuration—matte burgundy bezel, bright red sunburst dial—first appeared on a prototype Tudor Submariner reference 79190 from the 1990s. That watch never made it to full production, but it’s lived on in collector lore, and it’s part of Tudor’s own archives today.

This modern BB58 Burgundy takes that idea and runs with it. It’s the kind of low-key historical reference that Tudor has mastered: not exactly a vintage reissue, but a subtle callback that deepens the release for those who notice.

It’s also worth noting: this watch skips the gilt accents seen on many earlier Black Bay 58s—just like the prototype. It’s a clean, slightly unexpected look that nods to a different era in Tudor’s back catalog.

Tool-Free Microadjust — Finally

Black Bay 54 T-Fit Clasp pictured -- Same Functionality. Image Source: Hodinkee

Let’s take a moment to appreciate how big a deal this is. For years, enthusiasts have been begging Tudor to pair its most popular case—the BB58—with a T-Fit clasp. This may speak more to how much of a nerd I am, but I literally wrote an article called Why Does the Black Bay 58 Still Not Have a T-Fit Clasp?

Now, we’ve got it. No more guesswork on bracelet sizing. No more pulling spring bars to get a better fit. It’s the kind of change that makes you want to wear the watch more often—and a clear sign that Tudor is listening to its customers.

Final Thoughts

Tudor didn’t discontinue the older Black Bay 58 models. The gilt-dial OG, the navy blue, the silver, the bronze, the gold—they’re all still part of the lineup. But this Burgundy version is something different. It’s the first step in the next generation of the Black Bay 58.

New case. New movement. New bezel, crown, clasp, strap options. This is the BB58 evolution people have been waiting for—and it’s finally here.

Let us know what you think in the comments. Did Tudor nail it with the new Black Bay 58?