When did Tudor stop making Submariner?

The last time Tudor made a Submariner was in 1999. Back then, the Rolex Submariner in circulation was the Ref. 16610. The two watches were very similar but there were two reasons to buy the Rolex over the Tudor: the name and the movement—a Rolex-own as opposed to an ETA.

When was the Tudor Submariner discontinued?

The Tudor Submariner — a little history

Looking back, it's amazing to think that there was a Tudor Submariner in the lineup from 1954 to 1999. Amazingly, for over 40 years, this was the low-cost option for a watch that was almost as good as a Rolex.

Does Tudor still make Submariner?

Finally, in 1995, Tudor introduced Reference 79190. To date, it is the last Tudor Submariner produced, and introduced new elements to the Tudor line.

When did Tudor stop using Rolex?

The end of the 1990s was a transitional time for Tudor. For a number of years they had been slowly moving away from using the Rolex name on their watches, using 'Prince Date' on dials, omitting the Rolex associated 'Oyster' and also moving to Tudor branded winding crowns and case backs.

What is the Tudor version of the Submariner?

Tudor's Submariner was the brand's first dive watch. Its official name was the Tudor Oyster Prince Submariner. Early references of the Tudor Submariner closely borrowed from an early variation of the Rolex Submariner, the Reference 6538.

Story of an Icon: Tudor Submariner History

Is Tudor Submariner a good investment?

Tudor Submariner

If you are particularly looking for a diving watch that will retain value, Tudor's Submariner collection is an ideal addition to your collection. The first generation of these timepieces were released in the 50s and 60s and are incredibly rare finds.

Do Tudor watches have Rolex movements?

Tudor's nowadays use in-house movements. Given that Rolex as a group makes everything itself, that means you're getting Rolex quality movements, made specifically for Tudor. Again, they're a little more basic in terms of bells and whistles, but what they do have is just as well-made.

Are Tudors as good as Rolex?

Bottom line: Rolex and Tudor are two of the best watch brands on the market. Whether you're looking for a modest price point, a more avant-garde design, an iconic logo, or a certain timeless elegance, you can find a Tudor or Rolex that will serve as the perfect watch for you.

What is a poor mans Rolex?

Back in the days, Tudor solely used off-the-shelf movements with Rolex parts. This gave the Tudor watches the label “poor man's Rolex”. But as Tudor has developed and innovated new and unique models, as well as its own in-house calibers, it is now a high-end watchmaker in its own right.

Does Tudor hold its value?

The secondhand prices of Tudor watches are driven by supply and demand. As such, not all Tudor watches have the same demand, and thus they won't hold their value as well as more popular models. With that in mind, the Tudor watches that hold their value the best will be the watches that are the most popular.

Why does Tudor call it Black Bay?

According to the brand, the name Black Bay stems from “a fictitious hidden cove, which holds secrets can only be discovered over time, step by step”. It was a modern interpretation of the first diver's watch from 1954 which, just like then, has been reinterpreted again and again over the past eight years.

When did Tudor start using Sapphire?

Watch Crystal

Reference 79190 and its smaller variations arrived in 1995 and were the first and last Tudor Submariners to adopt sapphire crystal.

Why is Tudor Black Bay 58 so popular?

The Black Bay 58 is beautifully refined, thanks to its 39mm case size, which is 2mm smaller than the existing Black Bay models. Two millimetres doesn't sound like much, but that's roughly 5% smaller. Having owned the original Black Bay Blue (ref 79220B) this size difference is both noticeable and extremely welcome.

What movement does Tudor use?

Mechanical Movements Every Tudor is a mechanical watch. Since 2015 with the release of the North Flag, Tudor has offered in-house movements in some of their watches, while others use modified ETA movements.

What is Black Bay?

First launched in 2012, the Black Bay collection is the modern incarnation of Tudor's iconic Submariner design. That legacy stretches all the way back to 1954, when Tudor introduced the reference 7922 Submariner, starting one of the most storied lines of watches in 20th century horology.

How did Tudor watch get its name?

Encouraged by the brand's potential, Hans Wilsdorf acquired “The Tudor” name from Veuve de Philippe Hüther in 1936. And as a marketing man, he added the famed Tudor Rose inside a shield to the logo (the traditional floral symbol of England derived from the emblem of the Royal House of Tudor) to spruce things up.

Is Tudor just a cheaper Rolex?

There's a common misconception that Tudor is some kind of cut-price Rolex cover band. While the brand is substantially cheaper, its ties to Rolex are more than skin deep. It was founded in 1946 by Hans Wilsdorf, and that name may be familiar to you; that's because Hans Wilsdorf founded Rolex some 41 years earlier.

Is Tudor better than Omega?

It is a close call when it comes to celebrity endorsements, but Omega retains its value better than Tudor. While Rolex has the industry in the bag when it comes to value retention, Tudor doesn't get nearly the same treatment.

Are old Tudor watches worth anything?

Although they may not appreciate in value as much as Rolex over time, Tudor watches can still very much hold their own at auction, selling for less than a $1,000 all the way up to $30,000-40,000 for particularly significant models.

Is Tudor a Rolex wannabe?

Since its creation, the Tudor brand has always intended to be a more affordable alternative to Rolex. Consequently, there has historically been a significant difference in the watches produced by these two brands – a direct result of Tudor's lower price point.

What is the most popular Tudor watch?

Tudor Black Bay 2.0

The Black Bay is arguably the most popular modern watch by Tudor. This does not come as a surprise since it is based on an amalgamation of the best watches from Tudor's past.

Are Tudor and Rolex made in the same factory?

Like its larger sister brand Rolex, Tudor operates its own movement manufacturing facility in another part of Switzerland. The movements are completed, and their escapement is added and adjusted, by watchmakers at the Geneva HQ.

Do Tudor watches have a Rolex crown?

Up until that last few decades, Tudor watches utilized Rolex signed crowns, bracelets and crystals. The difference between Tudor and Rolex was the movement inside and its respective price point as a result of the less expensive ETA or Valjoux movement.

When did Rolex buy Tudor?

Hans Wilsdorf, the founder of Rolex, took over “The Tudor” brand in 1936 with a desire to offer his retailers an alternative, more affordable range of watches to be sold alongside his legendary Rolex timepieces.