94010 Submariner (MARINE NATIONALE / M.N.82 / Blue snowflake with super patina)
21.400,00 €
Brand: Tudor
Modell: Submariner Date
Reference: 94010
Year: 1980
Serial number: 947XXX
Material: stainless steel
Bracelet: leather
Diameter: 40 Millimeter
Condition: very good
Box&Papers: no
Description: A wonderful blue Tudor Snowflake Submariner delivered to the French National Navy.
The case is magnificent. Based on its proportions, the thickness of the lugs, and the fully intact crown guards, I would say it’s unpolished, but even if it has been polished once, it was done very gently. In any case, it’s a great case that naturally shows signs of wear and some shirt polish. These watches were built for service, and that’s exactly what they were used for!
The caseback has the correct M.N. 82 engraving. There are signs of wear, but the engraving is beautifully deep, clear, and untouched.
The blue snowflake dial is wonderful. The rich patina of the indices immediately catches the eye and, combined with the blue of the dial, creates a fantastic effect. The print is perfectly clear, and, typical for blue Tudor Submariner dials, the surface shows light bubbles. These bubbles are actually found on all blue dials from the 70s and 80s, and on this dial, they are so minimal that they are almost invisible to the naked eye.
The original snowflake hands are in excellent condition. The lume is a touch brighter than the dial, which is typical for this configuration.
The bezel is perfectly sharp and the inlay is a gorgeous blue MK3 with light signs of wear.
Naturally, the watch comes on the original T19 superdomed to complete the perfect vintage look.
We’ve fitted the watch with a brand-new dark brown leather NATO strap, and we think the blue/brown look is a real eye-catcher.
Long story short: beauty and rarity. A military Submariner is always something special, and this blue Tudor for the French Navy is a visual highlight.
