Tudor Oyster Prince Submariner Snowflake Ref. 94010
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1979
Maker / issuer
TudorThis Tudor Oyster Prince Submariner, referred to as a "Snowflake" model, is dated to 1979. It features a matte blue dial characterized by square hour markers and a distinct handset, including a snowflake-shaped hour hand.
The timepiece is housed in a 40mm stainless steel case with an original Rolex signed trip-lock crown and a blue "fat font" Mk III bezel insert. The watch is presented on a Rolex 93150 Oyster bracelet with 580 end pieces, containing 10 links. The dial and hands feature tritium luminous material that has developed a creamy golden patina. The auction description reports that the case retains factory chamfers and the bezel insert is in condition without fading.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
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- Photograph views
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- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Dive watch
- Bracelet
- Rolex 93150 Oyster bracelet
- Reference
- 94010
- Bezel Insert
- Mk III "fat font"
- Serial Number
- 92XXXX
- Maker / attribution
- Tudor
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The watch features a matte blue dial described by the auction description as being in virtually perfect condition. The dial layout includes square hour markers and the Tudor shield logo at the 12 o'clock position. The tritium luminous material applied to the dial plots and hands has aged to a golden patina. The auction description reports that both the dial markers and hands exhibit no degradation under UV light inspection.
- Visible features
- • Square hour markers • Snowflake-shaped hour hand • Blue rotating bezel with tritium pearl • Tudor shield logo on the dial
- Case and Bracelet
- The watch is housed in a 40mm stainless steel case. The auction description reports that the case retains factory chamfers and features thick, symmetrical lugs with minimal evidence of polishing. The case back retains factory engravings with minimal wear. The piece is fitted with an original Rolex-signed trip-lock crown. The watch is accompanied by a Rolex 93150 Oyster bracelet with 580 end pieces. The bracelet retains 10 links, which are noted to have minimal stretch, providing a fit for wrists up to 7 inches.
- Bezel and Condition
- The watch is equipped with an original Mk III "fat font" bezel insert. The insert remains deep blue in color and is described by the auction description as being in flawless condition without fading. The bezel retains its tritium pearl, which is noted to match the patina of the dial. The auction description reports that the overall condition of the timepiece shows honest signs of gentle use. The watch is confirmed to be in working order.
Identification
- Reference
- 94010
- Serial number
- 92XXXX
- 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
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Research required
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