Tudor Oysterdate

About this reference

The Tudor Oysterdate reference 7032 was produced for a brief period starting in 1970 as part of the brand’s inaugural chronograph series. Collectors value this reference for its 40mm steel case featuring a fixed tachymeter bezel and its Valjoux 7734 manual-wind movement. The dial, often referred to as a "Homeplate" due to the shape of the luminous hour markers, distinguishes it from later iterations. As one of the first chronographs released by Tudor, its rarity is driven by a short production run of approximately two years. On the secondary market, these watches typically command prices in the $30,000 to $50,000 range depending on condition and provenance. A notable production detail is the use of Rolex-signed components, including the crown and caseback. In 2010, the 7032 served as the direct design inspiration for the Heritage Chrono, solidifying its historical importance to the brand.