Tudor Black Bay 41 Owner Review : Glamorous, addictive and balanced

I'm not a fan of the brand with the rose, or the shield, as you will, and I never thought I'd own one. The brand remains too close to Rolex in its designs and doesn't make enough effort (in my opinion) to stand out. It has too few collections to its name; we're almost exclusively looking at Black Bay or Pelagos releases, and I'm really not a fan of their faux-rivet bracelets. It's mainly for these reasons that I didn't think I'd fall in love with this Black Bay Heritage Burgundy. When I saw the release online, the offering immediately appealed to me, with the red bezel contrasting with the black dial and the hints of guilt, the Métas-certified movement, and especially the "5-link" bracelet that gives it an incredible aesthetic. I quickly went to a boutique (Bucherer and Lassaussois) to try it on. It lived up to, if not exceeded, my expectations. Although substantial, at 41 mm in diameter and 13.6 mm thick, it can't be called lightweight, but it sits beautifully on the wrist and is comfortable to wear. The construction of the case and bracelet (especially the Tfit micro-adjustment system) are very ergonomic, and the alternating finishes give a true sense of luxury. The watch's lines are emphasized, even enhanced, by beautiful polishes, which are highlighted by the brushed details. Even when doubt sets in and I consider parting with it, just by putting it on my wrist, the idea immediately becomes absurd. Despite its bright touch of color, the watch remains easy to wear every day, it pairs easily and is as casual as it is dressy. The alchemy is undeniable.