The TUDOR Chronicles; Chapter 1 - An introduction to TUDOR watches

Jura Watches now stocks TUDOR!

As a regular reader of our news page at Jura Watches, you’ve been invited to explore the newest brand to hop on board our e-commerce site and to feature in our prestigious C W Sellors boutiques. TUDOR, the maker of the iconic Black Bay and Pelagos watch, is joining forces with us to bring you all the latest news and watch releases from its Le Locle manufacturing facilities. As the UK’s largest independent family-run luxury watch retailer, Jura Watches is renowned up and down the country and overseas for its huge range of premium luxury watch brands. This includes the likes of TAG Heuer, Breitling, IWC, Bell & Ross, Bremont, Longines and so many more. But what keeps our team thriving with enthusiasm is our commitment to a quality customer experience and an urge to grow. If you’ve been a regular and faithful customer of ours for many years, TUDOR may be a brand that you’d always wished we stocked. Now we can say “we do”!

This guide to TUDOR provides you with everything you need to know about TUDOR. We answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the brand before you explore its diverse range of robust dive tools, explorer watches and classic timepieces. Here is your official introduction to TUDOR the watch brand at Jura Watches.

Why is TUDOR so special?

Wow – so many ways to answer this question! First and foremost, TUDOR was a brand released in 1926 by the founder of Rolex. It was Hans Wilsdorf’s intention to create a watch brand with a quality that matched Rolex but at a more affordable price. Originally, the brand did this by providing Rolex cases and bracelets but outfitting them with off-the-shelf movements.

Why do people prefer TUDOR watches to Rolex?

TUDOR watches are a more affordable option compared to Rolex. In addition to this, many watch enthusiasts like the appeal of a more rugged and sportier watch.

Are TUDOR watches considered luxury?

TUDOR manufactures premium luxury watches built from high-end materials, many of which are now fitted with Manufacture movements. The company’s reputation has been growing and growing over recent years. In 2020, TUDOR was the 14th most recognised watch brand in the entire world.

Why are TUDOR watches so popular?

TUDOR watches are built with an all-purpose design and are perfect for outdoor exploration, diving and daring adventures, as well as for wearing with refined attire. The company uses cutting-edge technology and some of the most reliable and high-quality materials in the industry to create its innovative watches, many of which are coveted for their iconic designs. One of the key reasons why watch aficionados love TUDOR so much is down to the fact that when you purchase a watch from this manufacturer, you are guaranteed Rolex-designed quality, paired with a Manufacture movement and at a much lower price.

What is the entry-level watch from TUDOR?

The TUDOR 1926 watch is considered one of the Swiss brand’s most affordable offerings. The timepiece is the company’s least expensive one and instead of it being a replica of one of its sibling’s designs, has an identity of its own.

Are TUDOR watches good investments?

Vintage TUDOR watches in particular have done very well on the pre-owned market over recent years and this gives us good insight into the future of TUDOR watch collecting. With many vintage TUDOR watches doubling in value, it suggests that they are becoming an increasingly good investment proposition for the future and another good reason to explore and collect the brand’s entire range of timepieces.

What is the most popular TUDOR watch?

By far, the TUDOR Black Bay watch is the company’s most iconic and desirable watch to own. Its flawless neo-vintage design is based on the brand’s earlier dive watches from the 1950s and offers the avid collector a well-built, robust dive watch design that can be used underwater or on dry land.

What is the best TUDOR watch for diving?

In 2012, TUDOR released the Pelagos watch – a supreme diver’s watch made from titanium for a lightweight finish on the wrist and a superior water-resistant capability of 500 meters. The TUDOR Pelagos watch is still very popular today and is likely to hold or increase its value over time. The watch pays tribute to the company’s heritage in dive watches and features a rapid adjustment system for the clasp, as well as a diver’s extension feature for wearing atop of heavy diving gear.

What is the best TUDOR watch for travel?

The TUDOR Black Bay watch collection has a sub-category dedicated to the GMT watch. With an ability to hold local time accurately, as well as display the time in two other time zones, it has become an indispensable tool for keen travellers and for good reason. If you travel frequently for business or leisure, the TUDOR Black Bay GMT watch is a great option for you. The anodised aluminium graduated bezel on these models is displayed in a two-tone design to differentiate nighttime hours from daytime hours.

What is the most classic TUDOR watch?

Perhaps the most classic of TUDOR watches is the Royal. Its style is very close to the design of the Rolex Datejust. The TUDOR Royal watch is distinguishable for its notched bezel and 3 o’clock date window, with a polished and brushed integrated bracelet that can be enjoyed in full steel or as a bi-colour option. Some of the TUDOR Royal watches crafted from stainless steel and 18ct yellow gold look the most glamorous, constituting a perfect dress watch for all occasions.

And there you have it. Our introductory guide to TUDOR watches and why they make such great additions to any collection. If you’d like to learn more, you can explore our extensive range of TUDOR watches here online at Jura Watches, or call our specialist luxury watch team to organise a trip to our Shrewsbury boutique to view a favourite model in person. You can also look out for more TUDOR news on our blog page, where we’ll soon be covering the history of TUDOR watches, as well as a glimpse at the brand’s most popular collections.