VINTAGE MEN'S TUDOR OYSTER PRINCE 7809 CAL 390 GREENLAND EXPEDITION, SERVICED!

Description: VINTAGE MEN'S TUDOR OYSTER PRINCE 7809 CAL 390 GREENLAND EXPEDITION, SERVICED! Click images to enlarge Description WHY THIS WATCH MATTERS This is an historically important Tudor reference from around the 1950s, known to be used on the British North Greenland Expedition (BNGE) of 1952-54. So historically important was the reference 7809, that in 2015 Tudor released a new line of watches at Baselworld under the moniker North Flag. The "North Flag" name having been derived from the "North Ice" base camp of the original expedition. This watch has a beautiful patina to the dial and also looking very new for its age. A beautiful example of a vintage Tudor with incredible history. THE FULL STORY Tudor has remained in the tall shadow of big brother Rolex for decades, but that's not true anymore. With the international success of its Black Bay collection in 2010s, it shows the Swiss brand hasn't forgotten its vintage roots. From the "Snowflake" Submariner and the "Big Block" chronograph, Tudor has always separated itself from Rolex by being a bit more funky and adventurous compared to the largely conservative Crown. Particularly in the 1940s, there is so, so much to explore in the world of vintage Tudor. The watch we have here is very reminiscent of a Rolex "Oyster Air-King" branded example we offered just months ago. Both having an even and beautifully presenting dial patina that is sure to stun in person even more so than it does in photos. From the applied numeral markers to the dial patina and blued-steel accenting used in the hands it is a pair of watches like these two that can teach us collectors so much about how Tudor and Rolex interacted in this era. The design language is just so similar. You can really see, in a watch like this one, Hans Wilsdorf's original vision for Tudor, the same great Rolex look and feel, with an off-the-shelf, quality movement. There were some serious design chops working under the Rose logo back in the day, just as there are today. We paired this great vintage Tudor with our Brown Crocodile strap to play off of the dial patina and applied hour markers. THE FINE PRINT Maker: Tudor Model: Oyster Prince Reference: 7809 Year: 1950s Material: Stainless steel Dimensions: 34mm diameter; 11mm thickness, 19mm lug spacing Crystal: Acrylic Lume: Yes, All Original Caliber: Tudor, automatically-wound, caliber 390 Bracelet/Strap: Dark Brown Crocodile Watch Strap Lug Width: 19mm Box/Papers: No WHAT WE LOVE AND WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW Things We Love: - Wonderfully Aged numeral hour markers - Blued steel seconds hand - Beautifully patinated dial - Originally Lumed dial and hands Things To Know: - Scratches on case - Patina on dial This Tudor is in overall great, honest condition. The case is strong but with scratches on side and back. The serial number on the caseback is visible and crisp. The caseback has a few scratches. The back of the lugs have some scratches and wear. The bezel is in good condition with some scratches. Most importantly, the case does not appear to have ever been polished in its lifetime The dial is in overall great, honest condition with patina throughout. The dial has aged to a beautiful creamy beige color with some spots of darker patina throughout, this all works very well together. The hands and hour markers have developed patina too. The printing across the dial is crisp and remains a dark black. This Tudor has retained its original Oyster crown. The dial, crown, case, and movement are all signed by Tudor. Any ??? please ask before purchasing. Buyer agrees to pay within 7 days of close of auction, NO EXCEPTIONS PLEASE. I offer a 30 day return period but please ask ALL questions prior to purchasing. If you have any questions, feel free to shoot me an email and I will reply as soon as I can. Thanks and happy shopping! Get images that make Supersized seem small.Showcase your items with Auctiva's Listing Templates! THE simple solution for eBay sellers. Track Page Views WithAuctiva's Counter

Price: 1495 USD

Location: Cleveland, Ohio

End Time: 2024-12-19T01:42:14.000Z

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