As head of Eleven James, Larry Feinblum manages all day-to-day operations of a luxury timepiece program that offers members a wealth of sartorial possibilities. Larry Feinblum and his team select premier models from top manufacturers, including Tudor, which is known for its premier diving watches.
Waterproof up to 200 meters, the Tudor Heritage Black Bay diving watch is iconic for its combination of elegance and dependability under pressure. The case is crafted from marine grade 316L stainless steel, an alloy that was standard in Rolex models for many years. The series was updated in 2016 with a quality in-house mechanical movement.
Vintage watch enthusiasts appreciate touches such as beveled case lugs, as well as a dial finish that offers the matte “flesh” aesthetic that was popular for so many years. Gilt-style printing also hearkens back to an earlier era of luxury and is bound to rekindle in many collectors the passion that drew them to timepieces in the first place.
Lacking the Tudor “shield” logo, the Heritage Black Bay has its own distinct identity and character. The watch comes in at a price point that puts it within the range of those who are just starting to build timepiece collections.
