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1958 Tudor Oyster Ref. 7934 with Blue Enamel Engraved Floral Dial

Partially verified

This 1958 Tudor Oyster, reference 7934, is a manual-wind wristwatch housed in a 34mm stainless steel case. The dial features a cream-colored, waffle-textured outer section with gold-tone markers and a central blue-enameled portion decorated with an engraved floral motif. The watch includes radium-filled alpha hands and indices. It is fitted with a Rolex 7205 Oyster rivet bracelet with 57 end pieces, stamped 3/57. The case is equipped with a twin-lock Rolex crown, which the vendor reports is a service replacement. The watch operates on a non-in-house Swiss movement, consistent with the brand's production during this era. The condition report indicates signs of wear on the dial, specifically darkening and age markings on the outer track and light wear on the blue center, but no structural damage or cracking is noted.

Front view of the 1958 Tudor Oyster ref. 7934 featuring a blue enamel center dial with engraved floral motifs, gold-tone indices, and a stainless steel Oyster rivet bracelet.
Front view of the 1958 Tudor Oyster ref. 7934 featuring a blue enamel center dial with engraved floral motifs, gold-tone indices, and a stainless steel Oyster rivet bracelet. — Craft & Tailored. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
craftandtailored.com
Category
Wristwatch · Manual-wind wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Tudor
Reference
7934
Catalogue / lot identifier
TDRO7934-4
Source-reported date
1958
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
21XXXX

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Dial and Hands

The dial is configured with a cream-colored outer track featuring a waffle-style texture and gold-tone indices. These markers contain radium filling, which shows evidence of degradation and a dark patina. The central section of the dial consists of a blue enamel surface featuring a hand-engraved floral motif. The color of the cream outer portion shows signs of darkening and surface markings related to age.

The gilt alpha hands also retain their original radium lume and match the condition of the indices. While the center enamel remains vibrant, the vendor notes the presence of light wear and dulling consistent with vintage age, though no cracking is identified on the enamel surface.

Evidence for this section
  • “The blue enameled center portion of the dial still remains vibrant, though some expected dulling and light wear is visible, but no cracking or major damage is present.”
  • “The original radium lume gilt alpha hands match the dial with no notable degradation present.”

Case and Bracelet

The stainless steel case measures 34mm in diameter and includes a smooth stainless steel bezel. The lugs remain thick with minimal polishing. The watch is fitted with a Rolex 7205 Oyster rivet bracelet, which includes 57 end pieces and 11 links. The clasp is stamped 3/57.

The case utilizes a twin-lock Rolex crown, which is attributed to an early service replacement. The overall case and bracelet exhibit minor signs of use consistent with their age.

Evidence for this section
  • “The excellent case retains very thick and even lugs that exhibit light signs of use, with minimal evidence of prior polishing present.”
  • “The case retains a twin-lock Rolex crown, which is likely an early service replacement.”
  • “The original Rolex 7205 Oyster rivet bracelet with 57 end pieces is stamped 3/57 and retains 11 links that show minor stretch”

Manufacturing Context

Tudor wristwatches were manufactured alongside Rolex, utilizing Rolex-designed cases and manufacturing processes to maintain quality standards. This specific reference represents the period during which Tudor utilized non-in-house Swiss movements to differentiate its product line from the parent brand.

This model, while sharing structural similarities with Rolex, features distinctive dial work that deviates from the common production configurations of the era.

Evidence for this section
  • “Tudor manufactured wristwatches adjacent to Rolex for many years, which featured more affordable non-in-house Swiss movements, whilst still utilizing Rolex's case designs and manufacturing processes.”
  • “Tudor's designs tended to differentiate from the Rolex formula to make for some uniquely fantastic timepieces in their own right.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber used within the 7934 reference during 1958?
  • What is the full provenance of this watch prior to its listing at Craft & Tailored?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for 1958 Tudor Oyster Ref. 7934 with Blue Enamel Engraved Floral Dial
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerTudor“Vendor: Tudor”
ModelOyster Ref. 7934“1958 Tudor Oyster (Ref. 7934)”
Year1958“1958 Tudor Oyster (Ref. 7934)”
Bracelet ReferenceRolex 7205“Rolex 7205 Oyster Rivet Bracelet”

Visible details

  • Central blue enamel dial with engraved floral pattern
  • Waffle-textured cream outer dial track
  • Alpha style hands with patina
  • Rolex signed twin-lock crown

Research qualifications

  • Service history is unknown
  • The crown is noted as a likely service replacement

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت Tudor Oyster رفرنس 7934 مدل ۱۹۵۸، صفحه با نقش گل حکاکی‌شده و مینای آبی

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 15d87bb564

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