Tudor Chrono - Production Phases Comparrison

[bluemartinifan]

Hi All:
I am looking @ Tudor chronos.
I perceive and see a difference in quality, collectibility, and cost between the three general production phases (my term) of Tudor chronos:

-pre Tiger (highest)
-Tiger (middle)
-current (lowest) not saying this isnt a nice watch - just comparing to the above

I know more Rolex parts were used in the pre Tigers - and they look "more Rolex" to me - I am currently leaning toward a pre Tiger chrono.

Thoughts?
Opinions and facts appreciated.
Russ

PS I am a current 16710 and 14060 owner.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by bluemartinifan

Hi All:
I am looking @ Tudor chronos.
I perceive and see a difference in quality, collectibility, and cost between the three general production phases (my term) of Tudor chronos:

-pre Tiger (highest)
-Tiger (middle)
-current (lowest) not saying this isnt a nice watch - just comparing to the above

I know more Rolex parts were used in the pre Tigers - and they look "more Rolex" to me - I am currently leaning toward a pre Tiger chrono.

Thoughts?
Opinions and facts appreciated.
Russ

PS I am a current 16710 and 14060 owner.

Russ,
Where to start.......
The 791X0 Big Block series will hold the highest value as it sports the Oysterdate dial, Rolex triplock crown, and large Rolex Oyster case. Vintage collectors also like the plex crystal found on these.

The next 792X0 series started the transition from Rolex to Tudor emblems on the crown, case, Princedate dials and sapphire crystals. The case was redesigned to mimic the contemporary rounded case Rolex Daytona. Early examples can be found with all Rolex attributes. Some along the way exhibit both logos. This series also included the Tiger endorsed dials.

The next, 792X0P [polished lugs] series had all Tudor emblems, a Tudor style jubilee or leather strap w/ integrated end links and deployant clasp.

I own all three, find the quality exactly the same on all, and think all will hold value over time. The Big Blocks will always be at the head of the class but the later series offer lots of watch for the $$.

Hope this helps and you find one to enjoy soon. Many Tudor fans here that love their's as much as any Rolex.

dP

[padi56]

Have to agree with Dan without doubt the Oyster cased ones will hold there price well but the complete Tudor line excellent watches.

[tkc324]

Very informative Dan... thanks~

[Warnsboy]

Since becoming intersted in Tudor chronos last year, I watched as the prices for Big Block models went up 20-30%. Early in my pursuit, I passed on a few nice Big Blocks posted in the $2-3K range and now they are extremely rare under $4K. I chose to go with a Tiger model for the obvious economic issues and have not been dissapointed. There have been very few "named" models in the rolex line and I have this feeling that, like Tiger or not, these will some day become collectable. As Dan Pierce has said you will not be dissapointed in any of the early models as they are nice timepieces.

Good Luck!

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by tkc324

Very informative Dan... thanks~

My pleasure.

Originally Posted by Warnsboy

Since becoming intersted in Tudor chronos last year, I watched as the prices for Big Block models went up 20-30%. Early in my pursuit, I passed on a few nice Big Blocks posted in the $2-3K range and now they are extremely rare under $4K. I chose to go with a Tiger model for the obvious economic issues and have not been dissapointed. There have been very few "named" models in the rolex line and I have this feeling that, like Tiger or not, these will some day become collectable. As Dan Pierce has said you will not be dissapointed in any of the early models as they are nice timepieces.

Good Luck!

Michael,
The Tiger vs No Tiger debate, even before his recent infamy, is an interesting point. Because of limited production numbers [how many we'll never know and Tudor, like Rolex, ain't talkin'.] of the Tudor Tiger chronos they could be the sleepers that command lots of $$ in the future. Or, could go the other way with the non Tiger versions [possibly even smaller numbers] garnering more $$.
Either way, find the bezel, dial, bracelet or strap combo that you like best and you'll be very happy with it's build, performance, and classic Oyster design.
dP

[bluemartinifan]

Thanks to all for the quality insights and info.

[Changmaisausage]

Love my tiger, if fact it gets more wrist time than any of my other watches. I only have one problem is that the bezel has been glued on wrong, it muust have fallen off at some stage and has been glued back incorrectly.