Tudor has a long history of producing chronographs that combine technical functionality with distinctive design, beginning with the introduction of its first chronograph, the Oysterdate ref. 7031, in 1970. Over the following decades, the brand developed a reputation for creating robust, highly legible sports chronographs, often incorporating bold colours and unconventional materials. The Fastrider collection represented a particularly interesting chapter in this history, emerging from Tudor's partnership with Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati, which began in 2011. Drawing inspiration from the engineering, performance and visual identity of high-performance motorcycles, the collection introduced a more contemporary and overtly sporting direction to Tudor's chronograph range. Launched in 2013, the Fastrider Black Shield was particularly notable for its innovative ceramic case construction, bringing advanced materials and a distinctly stealthy aesthetic to the brand's established chronograph heritage.

The Fastrider Black Shield ref. 42000CR is distinguished by its 42mm monobloc ceramic case, manufactured as a single component rather than using a conventional metal case with a ceramic coating. Its matte black finish creates a purposeful appearance, while the integrated tachymeter bezel reinforces the watch's motorsport inspiration. The black dial features a three-register chronograph layout, with contrasting hour markers and hands designed to provide excellent legibility. Inside is the automatic calibre 7753, a proven chronograph movement with a cam-operated mechanism, 46-hour power reserve and date display. A discreet date corrector positioned on the case side provides an additional functional detail. Water-resistant to 150 metres and fitted with a sporty strap, the Fastrider Black Shield combines the practicality of a modern automatic chronograph with one of Tudor's most distinctive case designs. Now discontinued, it remains an interesting example of the brand's experimentation with contemporary materials and its close association with the world of motorcycling.