Prince Date Chronograph 79280P - Black Dial - Watch Only - 2000

Tudor Prince Date Chronograph 79280P - Black Dial - Watch Only (2000)

A neo-vintage Tudor chronograph in the Daytona-inspired "small block" case, the 79280P pairs a 40mm steel case with a fixed tachymeter bezel. Powered by the workhorse ETA/Valjoux 7750, it delivers proper automatic chronograph functionality with the unmistakable character of early-2000s Tudor.

Details:

• Reference: 79280P
• Year: 2000
• Case Size: 40mm, stainless steel
• Bezel: Fixed steel tachymeter, "Units Per Hour" engraved
• Dial: Black with applied luminous Arabic numerals, three contrasting sub-dials (30-minute counter at 12, 12-hour counter at 6, running seconds at 9) and a red central chronograph seconds hand
• Movement: ETA Valjoux 7750, automatic chronograph, 42-hour power reserve
• Bracelet: Wristbuddys rubber strap with steel folding clasp (aftermarket, fitted by the current dealer)
• Water Resistance: 100 meters

Set Includes:

• Watch only
• Currently fitted on a Wristbuddys rubber strap with steel folding clasp

Condition:

• Honest used condition consistent with regular wear
• Case retains crisp lines with light surface marks from wear
• Black dial clean and even, with original luminous material intact
• Tachymeter bezel and sapphire crystal free from significant marks
• Running accurately, all chronograph functions operating as intended

The 79280P represents the final evolution of Tudor's pre-Heritage chronograph line - sapphire crystal, screw-down crown, and a robust 7750 base - and is widely regarded as one of the most wearable neo-vintage chronographs from the brand.