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Tudor Black Bay CeramicvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Black Bay Ceramic
TudorBlack Bay Ceramic
MSRP $6,125
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Black Bay Ceramic41mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Black Bay Ceramic70h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Black Bay Ceramic200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Black Bay Ceramic$6,125
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
14.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Ceramic
316L Stainless Steel
Caseback
Engraved
Solid

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
MT5602-1U
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
70h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,125
$399

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What people say

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Tudor Black Bay Ceramic

The Tudor Black Bay Ceramic's matte ceramic case and bracelet offer a stealthy, scratch-proof aesthetic that shifts from anthracite to gray in light. Reviewers note its comfortable wearability, with one highlighting improved comfort over steel versions, and praise the METAS-certified MT5602-U movement. However, the sandblasted finishing is described as lacking contrast, and the bracelet's butterfly clasp omits on-the-fly adjustment. The PVD-treated steel bezel ring is also flagged as a potential wear-and-tear vulnerability. On balance, reviewers find the Tudor Black Bay Ceramic appealing for its unique ceramic construction and durable, stealthy finish, despite some functional limitations.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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