It is located in a long tube and jumps counterclockwise after it is unscrewed and released from its locked position. Operating the large crown is more than just a functional experience. The stop and restart actions are much smoother, and the reset has a very precise pressure point. And starting the chronograph requires a remarkable amount of effort to overcome stiff resistance from the pusher. In addition, the connections must be unscrewed completely before the stopwatch function will work. To engage the chronograph, you must first release the pushers from their secure seats, and this isn’t for everyone. To measure speed - and, of course, for all other stopwatch functions - the Black Bay Chrono is equipped with a sturdy stainless-steel chronograph pusher inspired by the first generation of Tudor chronographs. Speed - though measured - is still an important part of the completed one-off two-wheeled wonders. For Nagel, the wait time means anticipation. Quite the opposite - Nagel’s bikes aren’t finished on an assembly line.
You’ll see nothing hectic in the work done at Nagel Motors. Despite the new design, this solid ensemble exhibits characteristic features of the Black Bay - like the fixed stainless-steel bezel with a black anodized aluminum inlay and silver tachymeter track.Ī Clean Start with a Modern Engine and Operating Comfort Its diameter measures 41.58 mm across the bezel from 2 to 8 o’clock.
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The stainless-steel case is new and now only 14.44 mm thick, one full millimeter thinner than its predecessor. The stainless-steel bracelet forms a secure connection to the case via fixed lugs on the other end. Its nickname, “Homeplate,” recalls the shape of home base on a baseball field, as well as the markers on the very first Tudor chronograph. The bracelet ends with the brand’s single-sided folding clasp with a safety bar with the Tudor shield on one side and a prominent pentagon shape on the other. It borrows a lot of details from historical models over more than 50 years of Tudor chronograph history. The Black Bay Chrono is as classy as a custom bike. The same stepped solid components were adopted for the Black Bay Chrono stainless-steel bracelet, though this one is produced using modern manufacturing processes. The watch is also available with a stainless-steel bracelet with riveted links - inspired by bracelets Tudor produced in the 1950s and ‘60s with visible side rivets connecting the individual links. It’s a perfect match for a biker’s leather gear. Inspired by the aura of 1970s racing, the Black Bay Chrono offers a cuff bracelet made of aged black leather with ecru-colored stitching and a folding clasp. In 2020, the partnership between Tudor and the 150-year-old family-run company had already been in place for 10 years.Įasy Riding on a Fabric Strap, Leather Cuff or Stainless-steel Bracelet The superior quality woven fabric strap is produced by Julien Faure, a company located in the Saint-Étienne region of France, jacquard looms from the 19th century. Nagel Motors plans every last detail and everything is carefully implemented by hand - just like one of the straps that can be fitted to the Black Bay Chrono. The sporty Black Bay Chrono sits atop one of the custom bikes currently undergoing restoration.
Historical and modern ambience is also the feel at Nagel Motors where vintage motorcycles and Vespas are restored. The stopwatch mechanism is historically inspired but operates with a modern column wheel and vertical clutch. A state-of-the-art silicon hairspring provides a stable rate and improved anti-magnetic protection. Its automatic MT5813 caliber has a power reserve of 70 hours. The new Black Bay Chrono reflects this same tradition and has all the features of a modern timepiece. Since that time, it has been producing watches that are closely linked with the world of motorsports. Switzerland-based Tudor presented the Oysterdate in 1970 as its first chronograph. The Tudor Black Bay Chrono pays homage to Tudor’s 50-year chronograph history and reflects historical watch design. We found an authentic setting for our test that reflects the close association of the timepiece to motorsports. With a slim case, dials with contrasting subdial counters, and a contemporary movement, it is more than just another classic watch remake. A young man in a tram is asking a bit too much from a stranger.Last year, in honor of its 50-year chronograph history, Tudor issued the Black Bay Chrono - a subtle combination of traditional aesthetics and modern watchmaking.