Launched just two years ago, the Tudor Royal remains a quiet success in the brand’s lineup. With retro styling (and a name resurrected from a historic model), the Royal is an integrated strap sports watch that holds a unique place among Tudor’s offerings. It comes in a wide range of sizes – from a small 28mm to a rather expansive 41mm. Available both in day/date and as a date only option, there is no shortage of combinations to find the “golden crown” of timepieces. For 2022, Tudor has further expanded the range.
Building on a sport-chic trend established in previous years, the Tudor Royal line sees new life in the form of opaline and mother-of-pearl dials. The smallest diameter, at 28mm, is now available with a diamond-set bezel, while the remaining models have a notched bezel and the choice of applied or Roman numerals. Each Royal features a sunburst finished dial that lends depth and dimensionality to the piece in images, while maintaining a resplendent luster.
For those interested in two-tone, the Royal is also available in this configuration. A combination of stainless steel and yellow gold allows for a mixed look that highlights the classic nature of the watch without affecting the functionality at the heart of the line. The integrated five-row bracelet ensures maximum comfort on the wrist. The use of baton-style hands serves as a nod to traditional models from the brand’s back catalogue, while the application of Swiss Super-LumiNova ensures the watch is more than just a pretty face – it has the means of working for daily activities.
The range, in total, is made up of four different sizes with nine possible dials, so the configuration options are seemingly endless. The result is a lightweight sports watch made with high quality components and competitively priced to allow access for all interested parties. The pearlescent newcomer brings unique texture and material to the table and demonstrates the kind of diversity and toughness that customers have come to expect from Tudor. For more information, please visit Tudor’s website.
Characteristics:
Mark: You sleep
Model:Royal
Dimensions: 28mm, 34mm, 38mm, 41mm in diameter
Water resistance: 100 meters
Housing: 316L stainless steel or yellow gold
Crystal/Lens: Sapphire
Movement: Mechanical movement with automatic winding Caliber T603 (41 mm) or T601 (38 and 34 mm) or T201 (28 mm)
Power reserve: About 38 hours
Strap/Wristband: Integrated 316L steel bracelet, 5 rows, satin-brushed outer and central links, polished intermediate links, with folding clasp and safety clasp
Price and availability: $3,450 for the dial set with diamonds; $4,725 for a 28mm diamond-set bezel and dial