
Tudor Heritage Black Bay
Reference #: 79220R
Size : 41mm
Year : 2013
Included : Box, Warranty Card, Papers, Original Hang Tag
Condition : Immaculate
Tudor Heritage Black Bay Reference #: 79220R
The Tudor Heritage Black Bay 79220R is the inaugural model of the Black Bay line, introduced at Baselworld 2012 to establish Tudor's independent identity distinct from Rolex. It features a 41mm stainless steel case, a black dial with gilt accents, and a signature burgundy/red aluminum bezel insert.
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Case Diameter: 41 mm
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Case Thickness: 13 mm
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Lug-to-Lug: 50 mm
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Lug Width: 22 mm
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Water Resistance: 200 meters (20 ATM / 660 feet)
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Crystal: Domed sapphire crystal
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Bezel: Unidirectional rotating diver bezel with a burgundy (red) aluminum insert
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Crown: Screw-down crown featuring the Tudor Rose logo and a distinctive burgundy tube gasket
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The 79220R is powered by the ETA 2824-2 automatic caliber (often modified by Tudor), a workhorse movement known for its reliability before Tudor transitioned to in-house calibers.
Technical Data (ETA 2824-2)
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Type: Automatic, self-winding mechanical
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Diameter: 25.6 mm (11 ½''')
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Height: 4.6 mm
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Frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz / 28,800 bph)
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Jewels: 25
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Power Reserve: Approximately 38 hours
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Functions: Central hours, minutes, seconds; Date (though the date function is often removed or covered on the 79220R dial)
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Winding: Bi-directional rotor with ball bearing
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Shock Protection: Incabloc or Novodiac (depending on specific grade/modification)
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Regulator: Etachron system
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Hacking Seconds: Yes
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Hand-Winding: Yes
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