1958 Tudor Oyster Ref. 7934 with Blue Enamel Engraved Floral Dial
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1958
Maker / issuer
TudorThis 1958 Tudor Oyster, reference 7934, is a manual-wind wristwatch housed in a 34mm stainless steel case. The dial features a cream-colored, waffle-textured outer section with gold-tone markers and a central blue-enameled portion decorated with an engraved floral motif.
The watch includes radium-filled alpha hands and indices. It is fitted with a Rolex 7205 Oyster rivet bracelet with 57 end pieces, stamped 3/57. The case is equipped with a twin-lock Rolex crown, which the vendor reports is a service replacement. The watch operates on a non-in-house Swiss movement, consistent with the brand's production during this era. The condition report indicates signs of wear on the dial, specifically darkening and age markings on the outer track and light wear on the blue center, but no structural damage or cracking is noted.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Manual-wind wristwatch
- Year
- 1958
- Maker
- Tudor
- Model
- Oyster Ref. 7934
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Bracelet Reference
- Rolex 7205
- Maker / attribution
- Tudor
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The dial is configured with a cream-colored outer track featuring a waffle-style texture and gold-tone indices. These markers contain radium filling, which shows evidence of degradation and a dark patina. The central section of the dial consists of a blue enamel surface featuring a hand-engraved floral motif. The color of the cream outer portion shows signs of darkening and surface markings related to age. The gilt alpha hands also retain their original radium lume and match the condition of the indices. While the center enamel remains vibrant, the vendor notes the presence of light wear and dulling consistent with vintage age, though no cracking is identified on the enamel surface.
- Visible features
- • Central blue enamel dial with engraved floral pattern • Waffle-textured cream outer dial track • Alpha style hands with patina • Rolex signed twin-lock crown
- Case and Bracelet
- The stainless steel case measures 34mm in diameter and includes a smooth stainless steel bezel. The lugs remain thick with minimal polishing. The watch is fitted with a Rolex 7205 Oyster rivet bracelet, which includes 57 end pieces and 11 links. The clasp is stamped 3/57. The case utilizes a twin-lock Rolex crown, which is attributed to an early service replacement. The overall case and bracelet exhibit minor signs of use consistent with their age.
- Manufacturing Context
- Tudor wristwatches were manufactured alongside Rolex, utilizing Rolex-designed cases and manufacturing processes to maintain quality standards. This specific reference represents the period during which Tudor utilized non-in-house Swiss movements to differentiate its product line from the parent brand. This model, while sharing structural similarities with Rolex, features distinctive dial work that deviates from the common production configurations of the era.
Identification
- Reference
- 7934
- Serial number
- 21XXXX
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Service history is unknown
- Research required: The crown is noted as a likely service replacement