Tudor Prince Date 79280 NOS Stickers
This striking 90's chronograph is the Tudor Prince Date 79280 with a beautiful silver black counters dial and original box, papers, manual, red serial tag and cardholder.
This chronograph was one of the first Tudor watches without a "Oyster" on the dial. It was the time when Tudor became an independent brand. From 1997, the dial was signed with "PRINCE DATE", the case back had Tudor engravings and the stainless steel bracelet was equipped with Tudor logos.
The reference 79280 featured the model with a steel bezel and a stainless steel tachymeter scale. This 2002 example has a beautiful silver dial with black sub-dials. The heart of the chronograph is the reliable Valjoux caliber 7750.
This Tudor Prince Date qualifies as a collector's item due to the original guarantee papers with the country code 170 (Italy). The watch was sold in Matera on August 2002.
CONDITION REPORT
Dial: flawless silver dial, perfect black sub registers, original Super Luminova lume in the hands and hour markers, signed "SWISS MADE".
Case: Never worn, unpolished, sharp lugs, intact finish.
Movement: Valjoux caliber 7750, timing machine +/-8 s/d.
Bracelet: Not worn, no stretch, reference 62490, end links 605, clasp code DE11 (2001).
SUMMING-UP
This Tudor chronograph offers an impressive look on the wrist. It is a reliable timepiece for everyday wear and thanks to the excellent condition and original accessories an underrated collector's item.
Serial number: H38xxxx
FEATURES
Manufacturer: Tudor
Model: Prince Date
Reference: 79280
Functions: date - chronograph - screw-down pusher - hacking second - screw-down crown - tachymeter - quickset date - screwed-on caseback
Material: Stainless steel
Dial: Silver (silver dial, black subdials)
Watch glass: sapphire glass
Delivery Contents: Papers, box, outer box, cardholder, manual, red serial tag, booklet.
Bracelet: stainless steel
Type of clasp: deployant buckle
Diameter: 40mm
Caliber name: Valjoux 7750
Movement type: automatic
Year of Manufacture: 2001 Sold 2002
Overall condition: NOS stickers