We are presenting the Royal series that Tudor, which has expanded its audience especially with heritage models in recent years, first offered for sale in the Asian market in July 2020, and then released globally after a few months. Royal is the name Tudor first used in the 1950s. But the models we’re going to talk about now have nothing to do with the design released in the ’50s. They have a design language with the sport-chic atmosphere of the 70s and 90s.
Tudor Royal is available in 41mm, 38mm, 34mm and 28mm case sizes with a total of 9 different dial options in steel or steel gold. Among these dial options; There are flat and diamond dials with blue, gray, champagne and black sun-ray effect applique roman numerals. There is also a mother of pearl dial with diamonds, which is offered only in 34 and 28mm models.
The entire Royal series is offered with a satin-polished 316L steel case, sapphire crystal, 5-piece integrated bracelet with a folding clasp and security clip, a notched bezel, a caseback, and a screw down crown that provides 100m water resistance. In two-tone models, while the case is and the thicks parts of the bracelet are made of steel, the bezel, the crown and the two shiny polished pieces in the middle of the bracelet are manufactured in 18 carat yellow gold.
The most striking model in the new series is undoubtedly 41mm day-date model with a blue dial. Taking its features into consideration, it becomes clear that it catches the watch trend of the 2020s (steel case, integrated bracelet and blue dial).
Although the case is reminiscent of the old Rolex Oysterquartz models, the case is not the only reminder.
The bezel (above), called Nothched, reminds the the engine-turned bezel that Rolex has been using for years (below). After all, if we are talking about the two related brands, some design elements may be borrowed. In fact, Tudor creates its own design language with the models it has introduced in recent years.
The fact that the date window is positioned a little more in the center than expected, may disturb some watch lovers.
The azure blue dial with sun-ray effect and applique roman numerals is also familiar (!), but I don’t think anyone will complain about it.
Another important point that we should not go without mentioning is that only the 41mm model is offered as day-date. In other sizes, there is only the function of date.
The model with a champagne dial with diamonds is also highly likely to attract the attention of women.
The Tudor logo on the crown is a very stylish detail.
The biggest advantage of the models produced in the quality expected from Tudor is their prices. In fact, the biggest factor in catching this price level is thanks to not using an in-house manufacture caliber. Instead, Sellita-based movements are used for 41, 38, 34mm, and ETA-based movements are used for 28mm. While Tudor’s own calibers have 70 hours of power reserve, Sellita-based calibers have 38 hours of power reserve. As I said before, if manufacture calibers were used, the prices would probably be higher and the watches would be thicker due to the structure of the calibers.
As a result, the wave that started with the Heritage Black Bay is steadily getting stronger and stronger. While everyone was waiting for a new tool-watch from Tudor, they surprisingly presented the Royal series. Models that stand out in their segment, especially with their price and production quality offered at this price, should be considered as a strong alternative to be preferred.
As for the prices;
41mm: $2,325 – $3,350;
38mm: $2,250 – $3,300;
34mm: $2,200 – $3,975;
28mm: $2,150 – $3,975.
For these and other Tudor models, you can visit the official website of the brand www.tudorwatch.com.
We would like to thank Istanbul Rolex dealer Rhodium for providing these watches.
