Pre-owned Tudor Black Bay: UK prices and what to check
The Black Bay is Tudor's vintage-inspired dive watch with the big 'snowflake' hour hand. Buying one pre-owned in the UK is safest through a marketplace with escrow and authentication; below are the references, what to check on this model, and where to look.
Updated 6 Nov 2026. Watches aren't investments; prices fall as well as rise.
New vs pre-owned
We don't have a checked UK list price for this model yet; an authorised dealer can tell you today's.
UK pre-owned price index coming soon.
References
| Ref | Made | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| M79230N / M79230B / M79230R | 2016–2023 | 41mm, black, blue or burgundy bezel, calibre MT5602 |
Why people buy it
The Black Bay is Tudor's vintage-inspired dive watch with the big 'snowflake' hour hand. It is a robust everyday watch that a lot of people buy as an alternative to a Submariner.
What to check on a pre-owned Black Bay
- Movement: Black Bays from 2016 have Tudor's own MT5602; earlier ones used an ETA-based movement. Check the reference.
- Bezel colour: burgundy, blue or black; aluminium inserts fade and scratch over time.
- Dial and hands: the snowflake hand and markers should glow evenly.
- Bracelet: some early Black Bays had riveted-look bracelets; check stretch and clasp.
- Papers: Tudor warranty card, box and service history.
- Serial: the serial on the papers should match the watch.
More on buying safely: our pre-owned guide.
Where to buy
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Questions
How much is a pre-owned Tudor Black Bay in the UK?
It depends on the reference, condition, and whether it has its box and papers. We're building a UK pre-owned price index from authenticated listings; until then, compare like-for-like listings on Chrono24 and eBay's Authenticity Guarantee.
Is it safe to buy a Tudor Black Bay pre-owned?
It can be, if you buy from an authorised pre-owned programme, an established dealer, or a marketplace that holds your money in escrow and authenticates the watch. Check the serial against the papers, ask for service history, and never pay a stranger by bank transfer.
What should I check before buying a used Black Bay?
Movement: Black Bays from 2016 have Tudor's own MT5602; earlier ones used an ETA-based movement. Check the reference. Bezel colour: burgundy, blue or black; aluminium inserts fade and scratch over time. Dial and hands: the snowflake hand and markers should glow evenly.
Does a pre-owned Tudor Black Bay hold its value?
Some models have sold above their new price for long spells, but watches aren't investments: prices fall as well as rise. Buy one because you want to wear it.