1992 Tudor Prince Oysterdate White Dial 74000N

Straight up, this is a seriously sharp timepiece for anyone who wants vintage refinement without the over-played hype. The 1992 Tudor Prince Oysterdate ref. 74000N packs a 34 mm stainless-steel case (lug width ~18 mm) with a smooth bezel and a crisp white (or silvery-white) dial that brings a clean, understated elegance. On the dial you’ll find applied baton hour markers, a sweeping central seconds hand, and a date window at 3 o’clock — all the functional basics you need, wrapped in a classic aesthetic. The movement inside? A reliable automatic based on the ETA 2824-2 — built for daily wear and vintage-proof pedigree.

What makes this piece especially cool (besides the fact it plays it cool in a world of loud big-diameter watches) is its subtle nod to heritage. Tudor sat close to its big brother Rolex in terms of build-quality, so mainstream-aware collectors get a lot for the money: Oyster-style case, water-resistance (often around 10 ATM on this reference) and a wrist presence that floats between dress and casual. This ref. 74000N scratches that vintage itch — it’s modest in size, timeless in styling, and offers an entry point into quality Swiss automatics without needing to break the bank. If your wrist game is about subtle strength rather than in-your-face flex, this Tudor from 1992 is your kind of watch.

Reference: 74000N

Serial: B,45X,XXX

Year: 1992

Bracelet: Tudor Oyster with 361b endlinks - Stainless Steel

Dial: White Dial

Case: 34mm x 10.3mm thickness x 4.2mm lug to lug - Stainless Steel

Lug Width: 19mm

Movement: ETA 2824-2

Functions: HMS, Date

Box and Papers: No box or papers - watch only

Crystal: Acrylic

Bracelet size: 7”

The case is in normal used condition overall, showing signs of light previous polishing and light wear from gentle use. The Bracelet has minimal stretch with no extra wear. Dial has no wear. Hands have no wear. Crystal is in great shape. Watch is running (+3s/d 305 amp).

Tudor was established in 1926 by Hans Wilsdorf, the founder of Rolex, with a vision to create watches that offered the same reliability and precision as Rolex, but at a more accessible price point. Built with robust Swiss movements and housed in Rolex-quality cases, Tudor quickly earned a reputation for producing tool watches trusted by military units and professional divers around the world. In the 1950s and ‘60s, Tudor introduced iconic models like the Oyster Prince Submariner, worn by the French Navy, and carved out a legacy as a maker of rugged, no-nonsense timepieces built to perform under extreme conditions.

In recent years, Tudor has reemerged as one of the most exciting names in modern watchmaking. Collections like the Black Bay, Pelagos, and Ranger pay homage to the brand’s vintage roots while incorporating in-house calibers and contemporary design updates. The Black Bay Fifty-Eight, in particular, has become a collector favorite for its perfect blend of vintage proportions and modern engineering. With a design language all its own and a renewed focus on manufacturing independence, Tudor has established itself as far more than Rolex’s younger sibling—it’s a brand that balances heritage, innovation, and value with serious horological credibility.