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Tudor Black BayvsZelos Thresher 44

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Black Bay
TudorBlack Bay
Thresher 44
ZelosThresher 44
MSRP $549

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Black Bay41mm
Thresher 4444mm
Power Reserve
Black Bay70h
Thresher 4440h
Water Resistance
Black Bay200m
Thresher 44500m
MSRP
Black Bay
Thresher 44$549

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
44mm
Thickness
14.7mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Polished + Satin
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
500m
Caseback
Engraved
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
MT5602
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
70h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Tudor Black Bay

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay for its comfortable wearability, robust build, and vintage-inspired aesthetics, with specific mentions of its satisfying winding feel and sturdy bezel action. Reviewers highlight the 39mm Black Bay 58's comfortable size and thinness, while others note the 41mm Master Chronometer's reliable timekeeping and magnetic resistance. Some owners find the GMT hand difficult to distinguish in low light. A recurring point of contention across multiple sources is the lack of on-the-fly micro-adjustment on the bracelet, though some find aftermarket solutions adequate. One owner reported the watch losing two minutes a day after six years, requiring a service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay highly for its blend of vintage charm, modern robustness, and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified accuracy of the movement is a notable strength. The 14.7mm to 14.8mm thickness is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers are divided on whether the newer models represent a departure from the Black Bay's heritage design.

Zelos Thresher 44

Owners widely praise the Zelos Thresher 44, with one owner noting its finish has proven remarkably scratch-resistant. However, one owner found the finishing on their hammered grey variant not as well done as expected. The Zelos Thresher 44 with an agate dial sold out in 90 seconds, with one owner receiving theirs and noting the bracelet was fully wrapped. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Thresher 44 highly for its desirability and scratch-resistant finish.

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