For sale is a rare and exceptionally elegant vintage Tudor, dating to the brand's first golden era of the 1950s. This is not a standard model, it is a "Prima," a special designation indicating it contains a higher-grade, factory-adjusted movement for superior timekeeping. Paired with the highly sought-after "Small Rose" logo and a classic mid-century design, this watch represents a significant and highly collectible piece of early Tudor history.
The watch is housed in a classic nickel plated brass case measuring 35mm, which is defined by its highly stylized "teardrop" or "bombshell" lugs. This elegant, non-Oyster case design gives the watch a distinct dressy charm that stands out. Its original dial has aged into a beautiful, even creamy patina, a characteristic highly prized by vintage collectors. It features a timeless layout with Arabic numerals, a clear minute track, and a subsidiary small-seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position. The dial is signed with the elegant "Small Rose" emblem, the "Prima" quality mark, and "Shock-Resisting," noting its high-tech (for the era) movement protection.
Brand: Tudor
Designation: 'Prima' (High-Grade Adjusted Movement)
Era: Circa 1950s
Case Size: 35mm (excluding crown)
Case Style: Nickel plated brass with 'Teardrop' / 'Bombshell' Lugs
Dial: Original Cream "Patina" Dial, Arabic Numerals, Small Seconds
Logo: 'Small Rose' Emblem
Movement: Manual Wind Mechanical ('Prima' Grade)
Feature: Shock-Resisting
This Tudor "Prima" is a must-have for enthusiasts of the brand's early history and its direct "Rolex DNA." The "Prima" designation is the key story: it is not a model name, but a mark of quality bestowed by Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf himself, signifying a movement adjusted for superior accuracy.
Combined with the highly collectible "Small Rose" logo, this watch is the epitome of the elegant, post-war design that defined Tudor's first golden age. The small-seconds dial, warm honest patina, and sculptural teardrop lugs are all hallmarks of a classic, high-end 1950s timepiece. This watch perfectly embodies Tudor's original mission: to provide Rolex-level prestige and reliability. It is a rare opportunity to own a piece of horological history in beautiful, honest condition.
Return Policy
All watch purchases from Arrows Vintage Watches include a 48-hour return window. If you’re not fully satisfied, you may return the watch at your expense using the same insured shipping method it was sent with, and in the same condition it was received. Once the watch is returned and inspected, refunds will be issued within 7 days via the original payment method.
All returns and cancellations will be charged a restocking fee around 3% of the total item price. This is the cost of using a payment processor on the site.
For sale is a rare and exceptionally elegant vintage Tudor, dating to the brand's first golden era of the 1950s. This is not a standard model, it is a "Prima," a special designation indicating it contains a higher-grade, factory-adjusted movement for superior timekeeping. Paired with the highly sought-after "Small Rose" logo and a classic mid-century design, this watch represents a significant and highly collectible piece of early Tudor history.
The watch is housed in a classic nickel plated brass case measuring 35mm, which is defined by its highly stylized "teardrop" or "bombshell" lugs. This elegant, non-Oyster case design gives the watch a distinct dressy charm that stands out. Its original dial has aged into a beautiful, even creamy patina, a characteristic highly prized by vintage collectors. It features a timeless layout with Arabic numerals, a clear minute track, and a subsidiary small-seconds dial at the 6 o'clock position. The dial is signed with the elegant "Small Rose" emblem, the "Prima" quality mark, and "Shock-Resisting," noting its high-tech (for the era) movement protection.
Brand: Tudor
Designation: 'Prima' (High-Grade Adjusted Movement)
Era: Circa 1950s
Case Size: 35mm (excluding crown)
Case Style: Nickel plated brass with 'Teardrop' / 'Bombshell' Lugs
Dial: Original Cream "Patina" Dial, Arabic Numerals, Small Seconds
Logo: 'Small Rose' Emblem
Movement: Manual Wind Mechanical ('Prima' Grade)
Feature: Shock-Resisting
This Tudor "Prima" is a must-have for enthusiasts of the brand's early history and its direct "Rolex DNA." The "Prima" designation is the key story: it is not a model name, but a mark of quality bestowed by Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf himself, signifying a movement adjusted for superior accuracy.
Combined with the highly collectible "Small Rose" logo, this watch is the epitome of the elegant, post-war design that defined Tudor's first golden age. The small-seconds dial, warm honest patina, and sculptural teardrop lugs are all hallmarks of a classic, high-end 1950s timepiece. This watch perfectly embodies Tudor's original mission: to provide Rolex-level prestige and reliability. It is a rare opportunity to own a piece of horological history in beautiful, honest condition.
Return Policy
All watch purchases from Arrows Vintage Watches include a 48-hour return window. If you’re not fully satisfied, you may return the watch at your expense using the same insured shipping method it was sent with, and in the same condition it was received. Once the watch is returned and inspected, refunds will be issued within 7 days via the original payment method.
All returns and cancellations will be charged a restocking fee around 3% of the total item price. This is the cost of using a payment processor on the site.
