Tudor Submariner "Snowflake" 7021/0

Year/era: 1972

Reference: 7021/0

Serial: 761XXX

Dimensions: 39mm wide, 20mm lug width.

Movement: Automatic ETA caliber 2484.

The Tudor Submariner or "Snowflake" as its affectionately referred to by collectors was introduced in the early to mid 70s with the ref. 9401/0 (no date) and 9411/0 (date). The nickname came from their distinctive squared indices and "Snowflake" like hour/seconds hands. This additional luminous material aided it in being a highly capable tool watch that we now know today has well-documented military use being issued to the French Marine Nationale and other countries' armed forces. Out of all the vintage tool watches the "Snowflake" is one of our absolute favorite choices for its distinctive design and special aura that nice examples can convey. 

This particular black 761X serial example, circa '72 is a desirable blue variant with roulette "date." This piece has remained in lovely vintage condition with a very well preserved dial that shows no notable wear under magnification. All of the tritium plots have taken a clean and even "cream" patina, matching the hands. The insert is equally nice and shows some aging but less wear than we see in most examples. The case is strong with thick, evenly proportioned lugs. It is paired to a later Tudor signed 9315/380 that shows medium stretch. It retains a strong shield on the clasp, 11 links and will fit an approximate 7.5 inch wrist. This example is a great option for anyone looking for the charm of a vintage "Snowflake" to use as a daily driver. A pressure test receipt from True Patina is included for added peace of mind. 

The dial isxcellent with attractive "buttermilk" colored tritium plots. The 5 o-clock plot has a touch of spotting but it is not distracting there is no notable wear under magnification. The case remains thick with even lugs and shows honest signs of use consistent with age and a correct signed crown. The bezel insert is aftermarket that we installed for a ghosted grey/blue look. The pip is service but matches well. We've included an authentic service insert in black to have another option. This example is a great option for anyone looking for the charm of a vintage "Snowflake" to use as a daily driver. A pressure test receipt from True Patina is included for added peace of mind. 

Dial: Fantastic preservation with cleanly aged tritium plots and no notable wear under magnification. The indices have taken a lovely "cream" patina, matching the hands.

Bezel/insert: Is excellent with normal signs of use consistent with age. It has taken a lovely color and there are no distracting scuffs that we see in most examples.

Hands: Are matching and excellent with cleanly aged lume, matching the dial.

Case: Retains thick, even lugs with honest signs of use consistent with age. Signed crown.

Bracelet: 9315/380 with G date code. that shows medium stretch. It retains a strong shield on the clasp, 11 links and will fit an approximate 7.5 inch wrist.

Crystal: Clear.

Accessories: Pressure test record from True Patina.

The movement is running well on our timegrapher and comes with our 6-month mechanical warranty.

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