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Tudor Dress Watch, Dennison Case, Reference 3622

Partially verified

This mid-century Tudor dress wristwatch dates to circa the 1950s and features a 31 mm stainless steel case reported by the source to be signed Dennison. Its ecru dial displays a dual-surface finish with a textured honeycomb outer hour track surrounding a smooth central zone bearing the Tudor rose logo and lettering. Gilt Arabic numerals at the even hours alternate with pointed dart indices, indicated by gilt sword hands and a sweep central seconds hand. According to the seller, the watch is powered by a manual-wind 15-jewel AS calibre 1187/94 movement fitted under an acrylic crystal on a grey textile strap.

Three-quarter front view of the Tudor reference 3622 wristwatch showing the textured honeycomb dial and steel Dennison case on a grey strap
Three-quarter front view of the Tudor reference 3622 wristwatch showing the textured honeycomb dial and steel Dennison case on a grey strap — Vintage Watch Specialist. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
vintagewatchspecialist.com
Category
Wristwatch · Dress watch
Maker / attribution
Tudor
Reference
3622
Catalogue / lot identifier
vws3597cs
Source-reported date
c. 1950s
Country
Switzerland

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 Configuration

This vintage Tudor dress watch features a two-tone ecru dial with a textured honeycomb finish on the outer track and a smooth central field. The dial includes the Tudor rose signature.

The layout is appointed with gilt Arabic numerals and arrowhead hour markers, paired with gilt sword-style hands. The dial is protected by an acrylic crystal.

Evidence for this section
  • “two texture dial on this vintage Tudor”
  • “honeycomb texture to the outer dial and a smooth centre displaying the Tudor 'rose' signature”
  • “gilt Arabic numerals and arrowhead hour markers and sword hands”
  • “encapsulated underneath a shatterproof acrylic crystal”

Case and External Construction

The watch is housed in a 31 mm stainless steel case. The source states the case is signed by the casemaker Dennison.

The timepiece is presented on a textile strap.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case Steel”
  • “Width 31mm”
  • “The case is signed Dennison”
  • “Bracelet Textile”

Movement and Specifications

The watch is listed with a manual-wind, 15-jewel AS calibre 1187/94 movement. The approximate date of issue is cited as circa the 1950s.

Internal components, including the movement and the interior of the case back, are not visible in the provided source imagery.

Evidence for this section
  • “Calibre 1187/94 (AS)”
  • “Jewels 15”
  • “Date of Issue c.1950s”

Open research questions

  • Are there visible hallmarks on the case back interior to verify the Dennison attribution?
  • Is there a serial number present on the exterior of the case that would corroborate the 1950s dating?
  • Does the dial exhibit 'Swiss Made' branding at the 6 o'clock position, given the source text is partially obscured in photography?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Tudor Dress Watch, Dennison Case, Reference 3622
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Model Reference3622“Model Ref 3622”
Case MakerDennison“The case is signed Dennison”
Movement Calibre1187/94 (AS)“Calibre 1187/94 (AS)”
Jewel Count15“Jewels 15”
Case MaterialSteel“Case Steel”
Width31mm“Width 31mm”
CrystalAcrylic“Crystal Acrylic”
Lug Height38 mm“Lug Height 38mm”
Lug Width21 mm“Lug width 21mm”

Visible details

  • Ecru dial with a textured honeycomb outer hour ring and smooth central field.
  • Tudor rose emblem and brand signature printed in dark font below the 12 o'clock position.
  • Applied gilt Arabic numerals at 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 alternating with faceted arrowhead hour markers.
  • Outer perimeter printed with a detailed minutes/seconds track.
  • Fitted with a grey ribbed woven textile pass-through strap.

Research qualifications

  • Case back interior and mechanical movement are not visible in the provided image; calibre 1187/94 and Dennison signature are seller-reported.
  • Swiss origin is attributed based on brand history provided by the seller, though dial perimeter text at 6 o'clock is partially obscured.

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

Consulted source

Tudor Dress Watch - Dennison Case - Model Reference 3622 - c.1950s – Vintage Watch Specialist

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record a8aa96bdbf

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