
Tudor
Fastrider Black Shield
42000CN
Tudor's bold ceramic chronograph built for the open road
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Overview
The Tudor Fastrider Black Shield ref. 42000CN is a 42 mm sport chronograph distinguished by its full black ceramic case — a relatively rare material choice in Tudor's catalogue at the time of its introduction. Developed in partnership with the Ducati motorcycle brand, the Fastrider line brought an unmistakably motorsport-influenced aesthetic to Tudor's lineup. The matte black dial, offered with either red or bronze accent details, reinforces the purposeful, high-contrast character of the piece.
History
The Fastrider collection emerged in the early 2010s as Tudor's most overtly motorsport-oriented line, conceived alongside Ducati to reflect the energy of motorcycle racing culture. The Black Shield variant elevated the concept further by housing the movement in a monolithic ceramic case, lending the watch both scratch resistance and a distinctly contemporary look. Production continued through the latter part of the decade, giving the reference a solid run before Tudor's lineup evolved. Today the Fastrider Black Shield is regarded as a characterful chapter in Tudor's modern history, notable for its material ambition and its cross-brand heritage.
Notable points
- Full black ceramic case construction offers exceptional scratch resistance and a uniform, monolithic appearance uncommon in Tudor's broader catalogue.
- Powered by the ETA-based Cal. 7753, a column-wheel chronograph movement with a vertical clutch, known for reliability and serviceability.
- Dial accent colours — red or bronze — create two distinct personalities within the same reference, appealing to different collector sensibilities.
- The Ducati partnership gave the Fastrider line a genuine motorsport provenance rather than a purely aesthetic racing theme.
- At 42 mm, the Black Shield sits at a commanding wrist presence while remaining proportionate for a sport chronograph of its era.




