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Tudor Cushion Case Trench Watch Circa 1930’s

An early Tudor trench-style watch, dating to the 1930s, in a distinctive cushion-shaped case. The dial has a heavy, textured patina and features a full set of printed Arabic numerals for legibility. It uses blued steel cathedral-style hands for the hours and minutes, with a contrasting bright red seconds hand. The early Tudor “Rose in Shield” logo is present below the 12. The chrome-plated case shows wear and brassing consistent with its age and has a stainless steel snap-on back. Inside is a 17-jewel, manual-wind Tudor movement. The watch is fitted to a vintage Beau Brummel stainless steel bracelet.

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General

Brand

Manufactured

Switzerland

Department

Men

Dial Color

Cream

Case

Case Shape

Cushion

Bezel

Fixed

Case Material

Steel

Case Width

29mm

Case Height

33.8mm

Strap / Bracelet

Lug Width

17mm

Strap Material

Stainless Steel

Strap Color

Silver

Clasp

Folding Clasp

Max Wrist Size

8.5"

Movement

Movement

Manual Wind

Accuracy

>10 seconds

The movement showed a daily accuracy deviation ranging from 0 to 10 seconds across six positions.

Extras

Warranty Every watch sold by Ottuhr comes with a 1-year mechanical warranty. Select pieces may also include additional guarantees or extended coverage.

1-Year Ottuhr Warranty

Original Box

No

Original Papers

No

Overview

Before the Black Bay, before the Pelagos, before even the Oyster case, there was simply Tudor. To us, these very early models from the 1930s are some of the most fascinating and historically important pieces the brand ever produced. They represent the foundational vision of Hans Wilsdorf himself, who created Tudor to offer Rolex-level quality and durability at a more accessible price. This cushion-cased model is a fantastic and honest survivor from that pioneering era, a true horological artifact.

The story of Tudor begins in 1926, but it was in the 1930s that the brand truly began to find its identity. This was a pivotal time for the wristwatch, as it transitioned from a military novelty into an essential gentleman’s accessory. Designs like this classic cushion case, a direct evolution of the trench watches of the Great War, were at the forefront of this shift. This watch features the beautiful “Rose in Shield” logo, a mark used by Tudor from 1936 to 1947, placing it squarely in the dynamic and uncertain years leading up to the Second World War. It’s powered by a robust, Tudor-signed 17-jewel manual-winding movement, the kind of reliable engine that Wilsdorf insisted upon.

This particular example is a survivor in the truest sense of the word, and it wears its incredible history on its sleeve. The original dial has aged to a stunning and dramatic speckled patina, a “starry night” effect that is utterly unique and can only be achieved through the passage of nearly a century. The elegant, blued-steel handset remains in beautiful shape, and the vibrant red sweep-seconds hand provides a fantastic pop of color against the aged dial, hinting at its utilitarian roots.

Timing: The watch has been measured with a timegrapher at six different positions. The rate, amplitude, and beat error are within acceptable ranges.

Functions: All functions including the crown winding, time setting, etc are working as expected.

Integrity: The movement shows no signs of damage, rust, or corrosion, with all components appearing clean and well-maintained.

Authenticity: Each timepiece is evaluated and authenticated in-house. This watch is guaranteed to be correct to its manufacturer and time period.

Warranty: This timepiece includes a 1-year mechanical warranty, activated upon the date of purchase. 

Shipping: This timepeice includes complimentary insured shipping within all 50 states. 

Returns: If, for any reason, you are not entirely satisfied with your purchase, you may return the product for a full refund within 30 days from the date you received or signed for the item.

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