Why This Watch Matters You can't go wrong with a Tudor Submariner right now and these 1990s examples are heating up. A full set of box and papers does not hurt either. The Full Story Originally released by Rolex, Tudor began producing a more affordable version of the iconic Submariner in 1954. Over the decades, vintage Tudor sport watches have become more popular with collectors, and as vintage Rolex prices continue to increase, the value of these Tudors has began creeping up as well. Tudor introduced the Submariner ref. 79090 in 1989, with either a black or blue dial and a matching bezel. The example we have here is a black version from 1992, and it comes complete with its original presentation box and punched papers. A couple of cool characteristics about this Tudor is that it features a plexiglass crystal and a folded-link bracelet. Rolex stopped using folded link bracelets and plexiglass in the mid-late 1970s, but Tudor continued until the '90s. These little details give this Submariner a more vintage feel and appearance. This watch also has the depth writing on the dial as "meters first," which is reminiscent of older Rolex Submariners. The lume plots on the dial do not have white gold surrounding them, while the Rolex counterpart of the same time would have had white gold borders around each lume plot. These Tudor Subs make for great everyday watches, and examples with the original box and papers are getting harder to find all the time. The Fine Print Maker: TudorModel: SubmarinerReference: 79090Year: 1992Case No: B439326Material: Stainless steelDimensions: 39mm diameter; 11mm thickness Crystal: Plexiglass Lume: Yes, tritium Caliber: Tudor-signed ETA, self-winding, caliber 2824-2Bracelet/Strap: Rolex, stainless steel, solid link Oyster ref. 9315 bracelet with 380 end links (Approximate max wrist size 7.5in / 191mm)Lug Width: 20mmBox/Papers: Yes, box and papers What We Love And What You Should Know Things We Love: - Unpolished case and full set- Meters first depth rating- Classic Submariner look Things To Know: - Light scratches on case and bracelet This Sub is in overall excellent, honest condition. The case is strong with scratches and some light nicks. The bevels are still noticeable. We believe the case to be unpolished. The caseback has some scratches throughout. The numbers are visible between both sets of lugs. The back of the lugs have some marks from the removal and placement of the bracelet. The dial has retained its matte finish with some light patina throughout. The dial and lume is in overall excellent condition. The lume on the dial has developed patina aging to a stunning off-white, creamy color. The lume in the hands matches that of the dial well. The handset has developed patina The bezel is in good condition with a few scratches. The lume pip at 12 is present and matches the lume on the dial and hands nicely. The Rolex Oyster bracelet is in good condition with light scratches and light stretch between the links. The clasp is marked "P6" indicating it's from June of 1991. The crystal has a few light scratches. This watch was photographed on a 175mm/6.9inch wrist.
