More and more collectors are becoming acquainted with watches from Rolex's Tudor brand, creations which have become increasingly more collectible. Watches in 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.

An advertisement in Britain's Horological Journal in vintage times stated that Tudor's were, "Manufactured under strict Rolex supervision and bear the Rolex label of guarantee."

Today's offering showcases this Tudor Prince Oysterdate ref. 72034 is in gorgeous condition. It has all of its original parts.

The Prince Oysterdate comes across with a feeling of familiarity to many watch collectors because of its connection to Rolex. While those connections have faded a bit in recent years, this 72034 was birthed at a time when the two brands were bonded together a lot more closely than they are today.

Patterned after the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, it possesses the same features and conception - it is thinner and of course more affordable than its Rolex sibling.

It plays a transitional role in what was Tudor's growing independence from Rolex, is indicative of the period when the two giant watch brands functioned as best friends.

Unlike the more common all-steel Tudors, this one has an 18K white gold fluted bezel that elevates its appearance make is well-suited for both casual and dress styling.

It is also a bit smaller than the full sized models - it's a mens midsize that measures 32mm in diameter.

Its case presents in just short of mint condition. The back has slight remnants of wear. Its unpolished bezel has perfect fluting and looks mint. On the wrist it presents as mint. Its original dial presents as perfect mint.

One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with genuine Rolex parts, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).

It continues to run very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Rolex in our testing recording position.

For the finishing touch, we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

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

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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

Country of origin: Switzerland
Maker: Tudor
Model: Prince Oysterdate, Ref. 72034
Serial no.: B338347
Year built: c. 1991
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Quick-Setting Date, Automatic, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel with 18K white gold bezel
Case markings (outside): Original Oyster Case by Rolex Geneva - Rolex coronet logo, serial number, reference number
Case condition: Its case presents in just short of mint condition. The back has slight remnants of wear. Its unpolished bezel has perfect fluting and looks mint. On the wrist it presents as mint.
Dimensions: 32mm diameter excluding crown by 38.5mm long lug tip to tip, 10mm thick
Dial: Silver, applied 18K white gold Tudor logo and applied baton indices, luminous dots, outer minute/seconds divisions, original and untouched, perfect mint
Hands: Original, white gold, "batons"
Movement type: Original, Cal. 2824-2, self-winding, rhodium-plated, decorated rotor, 25 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring, hacking seconds
Jewels: 25 rubies
Band: Original, signed Tudor, steel, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 7.7 inches, virtually no stretch - the finish presents as mint
Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
Servicing: A Master Watchmaker has freshly overhauled the watch.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It continues to run very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Rolex in our testing recording position.
Warranty: 1-year C.O.T. international warranty. 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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
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