About Tudor : Montres Tudor SA, or simply Tudor, is a Swiss watchmaker based in Geneva, Switzerland. Registered in 1926 by Hans Wilsdorf, founder of Rolex, the brand remains a sister company to Rolex; nowadays both companies are owned by the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation. In 1936, Wilsdorf took it over and went on to found the company Montres Tudor SA in 1946. Tudor's purpose was to offer a more affordable watch than Rolex while maintaining Rolex-like quality. Tudor watches were originally equipped with off-the-shelf movements paired with Rolex cases and bracelets, allowing Tudor to provide reliability and quality while achieving its price goals.
About the Black Bay : The Black Bay collection captures Tudor’s rich diving heritage, blending design cues from iconic models of the 1950s and 60s with modern watchmaking technology. Known for its bold aesthetics, signature “snowflake” hands, and robust in-house movements, the Black Bay is a versatile tool watch that has become a symbol of heritage, reliability, and everyday elegance. Literally, a modern icon with vintage soul.