Collectors are not always especially acquainted with watches from Rolex's Tudor brand, creations which have become increasingly more collectible. The Tudor line, apart from the fact that they utilize ebauche movements, are similar to those of Rolex in design and construction.

When Rolex launched the Tudor brand in 1945, they strongly intended that the public perception of its quality had to equal that of Rolex. To achieve this lofty aim, until the mid-1990's, Tudor watches featured Rolex cases and crowns, and, until 1971, Rolex bracelets.

Today's offering showcases this very early and handsome original Tudor made for the Canadian market. As Rolex was launching the Tudor brand they experimented with different branding. This watch features a rare original dial signed both Rolex and Tudor. And even much rarer, it comes with its original double signed Rolex and Tudor box.

Its original Canadian market cushion case has bear claw lugs. Note that the movement was off-center in the case only for the photos.

Because of its rarity, we have left the dial original. If you would like to have it restored please contact us.

Our watchmaker has freshly cleaned and oiled its handwound movement and installed a new mineral crystal. For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new crocodile strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

• Manufacturer: Rolex for Tudor Brand
• Year built: c. 1940's
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Subsidiary Seconds
• Designed for: Men - midsize
• Case material: 14K gold filled top top with stainless steel back
• Case markings (inside): Liberty National Watch Case Co. Stainless Steel (Liberty National made cases for Rolex in Canada in order for Rolex to circumvent import duties)
• Case condition: Very good with spots of gold wear through on the lug edges
• Dimensions: 26mm wide (excluding crown), 37mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Dial: Original, double signed Rolex and Tudor, silver warmed to a sepia, gold Art Deco applied numerals, sub-seconds dial. If you would like the dial restored, please contact us. Note that the movement was off-center in the case only for the photos.
• Hands: Original, gold "batons"
• Movement type: Signed Tudor, manually wound, rhodium/nickel plated, 17 jewels
• Movement markings:  Tudor, Swiss Made, 17 Rubies
• Jewels: 17 rubies
• Band: Crocodile, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn
• Width between lugs: 16mm
• Crystal type: Mineral glass, vintage, excellent condition
• Serviced: Yes, freshly cleaned and oiled.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide