The release of Tudor Black Bay 58 in 18k gold stunned and awed people from the get-go. Of course, rendering a performance-driven timepiece with a rich maritime legacy into a highly luxurious metal, which makes it slightly dressy, was a bold step on the maison’s part. But rightly so, as this reference M79018V-0001 feels much more than a just gold version of the iconic Black Bay 58. It impresses with more than the sum of its parts and looks stunning on the wrist with an elegant colour palette.

The case is executed wonderfully in a familiar 39mm size with recognisable bells and whistles like the tapered lugs, a knurled unidirectional bezel, and the oversized screw-down crown. The yellow gold construction is the biggest lodestone here, giving the watch an admirable heft. Perhaps for a slightly more ergonomic visage, the entire case carries a satin-brushed finish in lieu of brushed surfaces and polished bevels. However, such a choice also helps deliver more character, visual depth, and an understated luxury aesthetic.

At Second Movement, the pre-owned division of Ethos Watches, we adhere to a rigorous verification process where expert watchmakers carefully inspect every watch to certify its authenticity, ensuring it is not counterfeit. We also go to the maximum extent possible to ensure that the timepiece is not a stolen property and that all duties are paid. However, in the absence of any central database, a 100% verification is unlikely for any pre-owned entity in India. Nevertheless, we can still provide a provenance guarantee for watches purchased from Ethos.