Tudor

1995 Tudor Big Block Chronograph (Ref. 79160) Silver Dial

$ 6,500

The Tudor "Big Block" chronographs were introduced in 1976 and replaced the Monte Carlo series of chronographs that were originally released in 1970. Both the Tudor Monte Carlo, along with Rolex's Daytona, were manual wind chronographs, whereas the "Big Blocks" were outfitted with an automatic movement. This was a big advancement for Tudor, as it wasn't until 1988 that Rolex offered an automatic version of the famous chronograph via the Zenith-based Rolex movements. Also, unlike the Rolex Daytona, Tudor chronographs, including the Monte Carlo, featured date complications. The "Big Block" nickname comes as a result of the mid-case size, which is thicker and heavier than the big brother Rolex Daytona references, which accommodated the automatic chronograph caliber Valjoux 7750, which also features a quickset date.

SPECS

Stock # TBBC79160
Brand Tudor
Style Big Block Chronograph
Model 79160
Serial B6XXXXX
Size Men's
Material Stainless Steel
Dial Silver W/ Black Sub-Dials
Millimeters 40
Bracelet Tudor 78360 Oyster Bracelet W/ 589 End Pieces

CASE & BRACELET

The robust case remains in wonderful condition, showing honest wear with minimal evidence of previous polishing, while retaining thick and even lugs that retain the original chamfers down the lugs. The black acrylic “Units Per Hour” bezel is also in excellent condition, showing nominal wear to the steel edge and no cracking or delamination to the acrylic insert. The case retains its original Rolex trip-lock crown and screw-down pushers. The case back retains all of its factory markings in crisp condition. The original Tudor 78360 Oyster bracelet with correct 589 end pieces retains 13 links that show minimal stretch and will fit up to a 7.75-inch wrist.

DIAL & HANDS

The original silver sunburst dial with black sub-dials is in virtually flawless condition, showing no age or damage. The tritium lume plots in the dial and hands exhibit no degradation when inspected under UV light and have achieved a matching eggshell patina.

ACCESSORIES

None. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be purchased upon request.