CIRCA: 1979
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel
CASE DIAMETER: 39 mm.
DIAL: Blue
MOVEMENT: Automatic
FUNCTIONS: Time only
BUCKLE: Stainless steel later added Rolex buckle
BOX: Yes
PAPERS: No
WITH: Hang tag, presentation box and outer packaging

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In order to provide premium timepieces at a more affordable price, Rolex brought Tudor to the market in 1945. The Tudor Submariner was the result of Rolex's frequent use of Tudor as a platform to test out new ideas and designs. The model was created to provide water resistance down to 200 meters (660 feet), making it a professional tool watch for divers. The close relationship between Tudor and Rolex is further demonstrated by the Rolex signatures found on both the caseback and crown.

Reference 94010
Reference 94010 was introduced in 1975, powered by a modified ETA movement: the caliber 2776. These calibers were fitted with a hacking seconds feature that allowed for a more accurate time setting. Several dial variations can be observed on this model. The reference was available with a number of dial variations during its production run. One of the most sought-after was the 'Snowflake' configuration, characterized by its square hour markers and snowflake-shaped hands.

The current example was made near the end of the reference's manufacturing cycle, when the famous 'Mercedes' hands took the place of the snowflake hands. The dial also adopted round hour markers and triangular markers at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock, a transitional design that makes this piece especially desirable to collectors.

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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

Movement: The movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing and all functions are working; however, a service is recommended. Christie’s does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
Dial: Very good. Lume plots appears to be all intact, some have spots visible. Hands are scratched, minute hand has a crack in the luminous material. Some scratches and defects on the lacquer of the dial.
Case: Scratches and dents. Caseback with scratches and dents. Bezel turns easily, has some scratches and dents on the ring. Case has strong proportions. Glass has scratches and marks.
Buckle: Later added Rolex buckle. Scratches and dents.
Strap: The watch is sold and delivered with a Christie's branded strap, the original strap is not included in the sale.

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