Formed in 1946 by Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf, Tudor was intended to be a brand providing more affordable watches that remained faithful to the high standards for which Rolex was renowned.
“For some years now I have been considering the idea of making a watch that our agents could sell at a more modest price than our Rolex watches, and yet one that would attain the standards of dependability for which Rolex is famous. I decided to form a separate company, with the object of making and marketing this new watch. It is called the Tudor Watch Company.”
This was March 6, 1946 and Hans Wilsdorf, the author of these words is a leading figure in the world of Swiss watchmaking and distinguished for having created Rolex in the first decade of the 20th century. In this statement, he officially unveils not only Tudor, but also the positioning and communications strategy he has in mind for the brand.
His intuition was simple and well placed since at that time the wristwatch market was expanding along with its development. The public was also ready to recognize and appreciate a reasonably priced watch that not only had all the technical, aesthetic and functional characteristics but also had guaranteed distribution by a brand like Rolex, already known worldwide for the quality of its production.
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Excellent Condition
Authentic Rolex Tudor Prince OysterDate Stainless Steel Mens Watch
Authentic Rolex Tudor Watch ~ Quick-Set Date ~ 25 Jewels Automatic Movement (ETA 2824-2) ~ Rare in such nice condition
Case Diameter: 34mm, not counting crown
Crown: Signed Stainless Steel Crown with Rolex logo in excellent condition ~ quick-set date feature in excellent working order
Crystal: Acrylic crystal is in very good condition ~ no cracks ~ no visible scratches
Dial: Signed classic silver dial is in excellent condition ~ very clean
Hands: All 3 stainless steel hands are in nice condition
Movement: Signed swiss automatic movement (ETA 2824-2) is running strong & accurate ~ clean and bright ~ no rust ~ inspected by my watchmaker as not needing service at this time
Bracelet: Stainless steel Oyster bracelet ~ solid link bracelet including 3 removable screw-pin links ~ fits up to a 7.6" wrist
Bezel: Stainless steel smooth bezel is in excellent condition ~ no dents ~ no obvious scratches ~ clean & shining
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