Rare 1958 Tudor Submariner Big Crown Ref. 7924 with French Military Provenance

Description: For sale is a 1958 Tudor Oyster Prince Submariner Big Crown Ref. 7924 men divers watch, 100% Tudor made, serial number is 275XXX, watch only no box or paper, it was acquired from an ex-French military personnel through the savaging of their inventory store room (see attached pictures), it was all rusted and emerged with water but was never issued before, the watch size is approximately 38mm in diameter (without crown), 40mm (with crown), and 47mm from top to bottom, below is a brief description:Case = original stainless steel brushed case body had not been polished before, has some minor wear only, no rust or corrosion, both numbers are clearly visible between lugsCaseback = some scratches, no rust or corrosion, factory writing is clearly visibleCrystal = original acrylic crystal is cleanDial = 100% original early service silver gilt dial with chapter ring is stunning and clean without any wear on surface (see pictures), tritium markers had aged to an even yellowish patina, all writing is clear and visible, "SWISS T<25" at bottomHands = original steel hands are clean with matching patina, works correctlyBezel = original thick font black divers bezel is clean without any wear, all numbers and markers are good, works wellMovement = original Tudor-signed Cal. 390 automatic winding movement is in running condition, not guarantee waterproof or accuracy, has not been serviced before.Crown = original Brevet-signed single-lock stainless steel screw-down crown is good, can wind and set timeBand = comes with a Rolex rivet oyster bracelet 7206 with 80 end-pieces, has some minor surface wear, has 11 links NoticesPlease feel free to e-mail me with any question, and please ask all questions prior bidding. I reserve the right to end my auction early and cancel any bid with questionable bidding historyIf you have any negative feedback, less than 10 feedback, or questionable feedback, please e-mail me for approval to bid.Payment Term: Due to the amount involved, I accept payment by bank wire transfer only please. Payment is due within 3 days from the end of the auction.Shipping Term: We ship by FedEx only (signature required). No exception. Please do no negotiate shipping cost at the end. We only charge actual shipping cost. I can combine shipping cost if multiple items are won.Order will be shipped immediately after verified payment has been cleared.All images and contents are of the actual item or watch that is for sale.Your positive feedbacks are appreciated. Feedback is left in reciprocation of your feedback.Please ask all questions PRIOR bidding, as this is a final sale. No returns will be accepted, unless the item is grossly mis-stated or mis-represented. However, all items and watches are guaranteed to be authentic and in the condition described. Due to PayPal's new non-refunding fee policy, any return will be subjected to a 4% handling charge. I do not service any movement (unless noted) or offer any type of mechanical warranty. Watch currently runs and functions but would benefit from a service/overhaul.

Price: 24999.99 USD

Location: TST, Kowloon,

End Time: 2024-12-10T01:23:42.000Z

Shipping Cost: 100 USD