Origins and period
Geneva, Switzerland
Trademark registered for Hans Wilsdorf in 1926; company established 1946
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Tudor
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Tudor in watchmaking
Hans Wilsdorf developed Tudor to offer dependable watches with the credibility of Rolex distribution and case expertise at a more accessible price. The brand built a strong identity through robust Oyster-cased watches, military diving use, chronographs, and later manufacture movements.
Landmark dates
- Founding and first production
- Important movement or model launch
- Expansion, merger, revival, or modern milestone
Known for
Black Bay, Pelagos, Ranger, Royal, Tudor Submariner, snowflake hands, military dive watches, and modern manufacture calibres.
Movements and innovation
Calibres, escapements, case construction, water resistance, electronic or quartz development, manufacturing methods, patents, and specialist suppliers.
Identification checklist
- Reference and serial numbers
- Movement calibre and jewel count
- Case material and dimensions
- Dial, hands, crown, crystal, bracelet, and inscriptions
Preservation guidance
Service considerations, originality, replacement parts, water-resistance assumptions, safe storage, and details that should be documented before restoration.
References and credits
Official manufacturer history, museum or archive sources, technical sheets, books, catalogues, advertisements, image credits, and provenance notes.