Tudor Prince Oysterdate 72000 automatic 32 mm circa 1992

The story

Born in 1952, the Tudor Oyster Prince is a continuation of Rolex's watchmaking expertise. Hans Wilsdorf, anxious to offer a quality watch accessible to a wider public, decided to equip his new creation with the Oyster case and the Perpetual movement, two emblematic technologies of the brand with the crown.

This strategic decision enabled Tudor to benefit from Rolex's renown while developing its own identity. The advertising campaigns of the time, featuring men facing extreme challenges, helped forge the image of a robust and reliable watch, ready to take on any ordeal.

The model

The reference we present to you today is a real little nugget! The name “Prince OysterDate” itself evokes a direct relationship with Rolex's famous Oyster Perpetual Date. Like its big sister, the Prince OysterDate inherits the Oyster case, renowned for its robustness and water-resistance, as well as the date window complication. This kinship is also reflected in the watch's overall design, which draws on the aesthetic codes of the Rolex brand, while offering a more accessible alternative

This '90s 72000 thus features a 32 mm-diameter Oyster case, but don't let its size fool you. Perfectly unisex, it will appeal equally to women in search of an elegant, timeless watch and to men looking for a discreet, refined timepiece. Its small diameter makes it particularly comfortable to wear on a daily basis.

As a “Rolex” production, it features a caseback stamped with the brand's signature crown, as well as a Twinlock crown.

Its “champagne” sunray dial offers incomparable luminosity, sublimated by applied baton hour markers. This light hue visually enlarges the dial. The tritium studs, all present, have developed a magnificent vanilla patina over time, adding a touch of authenticity and character to this exceptional timepiece. The hands, in the same warm hue, blend harmoniously into the decor. The whole is topped by a domed sapphire crystal with a cyclops at three o'clock.

This watch is fitted with a Rolex Oyster bracelet reference 7835 in perfect condition. Although it is in folded steel, it is a true witness to its era. Perfectly preserved, it adds a vintage touch to this exceptional timepiece. Exceptional, because yes, the original green Rolex sticker can still be found on the caseback. A rare and precious detail that testifies to the authenticity and preservation of this watch.

Finally, it's powered by an ETA 2826 caliber, a versatile automatic movement proven and modified by Tudor. This technical choice guarantees great reliability and excellent precision, while offering a comfortable power reserve. A movement renowned for equipping many quality watches.

The package

The package is just as seductive as the watch itself. This Tudor Prince OysterDate offers exceptional value for money, well below that of a Rolex Datejust or Oyster Perpetual of the same era. An unusual model, often overlooked by collectors, that will delight vintage watch enthusiasts looking for an authentic timepiece. Delivered with its original papers, this watch is a real bargain. Like all Lepage 10h10 watches, it has been meticulously inspected by our watchmaker and comes with a one-year warranty, so you can be sure of a worry-free purchase