Pocket watches made of pure silver used to be very common, just as the jewelry industry will use this alloy as a substitute, which is easier to start with than gold, but it still has its own unique value. But 925 silver (92.5% silver, the rest is basically copper) also has its own defects, that is, it is too soft and easy to rust. This is why with the development of watchmaking technology, fine steel or other alloy materials are gradually used to build watchcases. 925 silver is now mainly used to make dials in watchmaking industry, and it is much easier to carve patterns or designs on them.
Tudor has recently been fascinated by using those classic metal materials to interpret his works: fine steel, titanium alloy, mixed gold and steel or bronze. Before that, there was a porcelain knight, but it was discontinued, so it doesn't count. Generally speaking, this brand is still very conservative in the choice of case material. However, this year Tudor suddenly changed his painting style, wearing gold and silver, and brought two precious metal works. One is the Biban 1958 18k gold watch, and the other is the Biban 1958 925 silver watch. Yes, 925 silver ... It's really a surprise for everyone. Why do you say that? Because 925 silver not only appeared in the modern Tudor diving watch lineup for the first time, but also is quite rare in today's watch market.
Then, the "blank" chosen by Tudor this time was favored by Biwan 1958 without any accident, so we saw the familiar appearance: the diameter of 39mm, the huge unprotected crown, the chamfered ears and the simple and classic rotating bezel, which showed the typical diving watch style in the 1960s. In addition, all the parameters, specifications, proportions and display elements of this new 925 silver work are the same as the standard fine steel style. The difference is only in color and material … count a table.
Because of the use of 925 silver material, the case has naturally become the biggest highlight of this watch. It is between fine steel and pure gold in value, but it is much more exquisite than the mixture of gold and steel. We all know that silver products will change color after a long time, but according to Tudor, this watch case is added with secret alloy, so it has the characteristics of "no appearance change even after long-term use".
First of all, unlike the fine steel version, which has been polished and brushed, the case of this 925 silver watch is all brushed, even the chamfered surface of the ear. Secondly, the look and feel of pure silver and fine steel are completely different. The former is more delicate, moist and soft, with less sense of craftsmanship, but it carries more luster. Even with a fully brushed surface, its brightness is still unforgettable. Therefore, although it is very similar to fine steel, you can immediately feel the difference between them.
In order to further highlight the particularity of the silver shell, the brand also matched its bezel and dial with the same first color matching theme-taupe. This color not only has excellent contrast, but also sets off the delicate reflection of the watch case, thus bringing a more advanced feeling to the whole. Although both the snowflake pointer and the inlaid time scale are coated with white Super-LumiNova luminous material, this gray background has the ability to remind people of dying scenes, but it has an inherent retro charm, and the two do not conflict.
After turning the watch over, you will find that it is designed through the bottom, which is not common for Tudor. We can see Carl from here. MT5400 automatic movement, which is also used in other Biban 1958 watches. The movement has straddle-type pendulum splint, variable inertia balance wheel, anti-magnetic hairspring and 70-hour power reserve. Its accuracy has been certified by COSC Observatory, but Tudor stressed that they have adjusted the accuracy of the watch to -2~+4 seconds per day during assembly. As for polishing, it can be seen from the picture that this movement is still a fairly industrialized product, which is not as good as the secret bottom, and will at least give people a psychological effect of 200 meters waterproof and reliable.
Tudor offers two choices for the brand-new 925 silver watch of Biban 1958: brown leather strap and beige texture strap. At present, there is no metal chain, and the buckles are all pin buckles, and they are all 925 silver.
The new Tudor Biwan 1958 925 silver watch is a regular and unlimited work, which can be ordered from retailers at a price of 32,300 RMB.