Tracing its origins to 1954, the Tudor Submariner was released as a cost-effective counterpart to its eponymous Rolex sibling. Blending Rolex-quality externals with an off-the-shelf movement to cut production, Tudor’s Submariner proved to be incredibly robust and popular. Released in 1959, the ref. 7928 is perhaps the most iconic Tudor Submariner as it had the longest production run; extending until 1968, and being the reference that introduced crown guards to the collection. Used across numerous militaries due to its quality and cost-effective nature, the Tudor Submariner has a long and storied history as a watch that has been there and done it all as it was intended. Offered here our example boasts a well-preserved black aluminum bezel, a stunning black dial with aged painted luminous indices and matching luminescent hands that highlight the ref. 7928’s age and heritage.

Watch is in very good overall condition. Case shows some wear, with scratches and nicks visible along the surfaces, most particularly on the lugs. There is some damage visible along the metal bezel ring as well, although the edges remain sharp and well defined. The dial has aged tritium with a glossy surface. There is slight discoloration visible on some of the indexes and there is some crazing visible in the lower half of the dial surface radiating from the edge. Hands are matching. Watch comes on a USA rivet band dated 1973. It fits a 6 1/2" wrist in its widest setting.

One of the most-sought-after and longest-running Submariner references, the ref. 7928 is seen as one of the references that enabled the Tudor Submariner to earn the reputation that it did.