Paving the way for 1950s Tudor Automatics, this bumper example is an interesting insight in to Tudor/Rolex lineage being the first Automatic Tudor oyster with bumper movement before the full rotor Self Winding examples emerged in 1952.
Beautiful 1950s Tudor Oyster Auto Bumper Rare
Reference: 951
Serial: 50xxxx
Year: Circa 1950s
Dial: radium lume, cream dial, gold numerals
Dimensions: 35 mm excluding crown
Function: Automatic, Bumper
Caliber: A. Schild 1250
Strap: Grey Calf grain
Accessories: Company watch pouch
A unique and beautiful 1950s Rolex Tudor Oyster automatic with a beautifully preserved cream tone dial with rose gilt applied numerals in inverted explorer layout with "coffin" or "teardrop" hour indices.
A watch that has been uniquely aged over time, preserving it's charm and character throughout, consistently with a thick case, all serial and reference is clear, and legible on the slightly domed caseback.
The interesting part of this watch aside from it's dial variation is that was one of Tudor's first automatics with "Bumper" half rotor AS. Schild 1250 movement. These wristwatches were only believed to be produced in a small batch. Some 5-7 examples have surfaced (in this condition) with this 3 digit reference stamped, found in a small serial range. The other noticable difference is the Rolex early Oyster Crowns with "Rolex + Oyster " stamped on it.
The stylistic differences of this watch compared to automatic and manual wind Tudors is evident. It is that bit more interesting and dare I say rare.
A great piece, ready to be enjoyed. Recently fully serviced and ready to be enjoyed for many years to come.
An important part of Tudor heritage.
