A truly exceptional example of the Tudor Oyster Prince Day-Date reference 7017/0, dating to 1970 by serial number. We appreciate that there are less expensive examples available, but few, if any, can match this watch for originality, condition and mechanical preparation.
Most importantly, this watch remains remarkably original. Aside from the crystal, which has been professionally replaced during servicing, the dial, hands and crown remain original to the watch. The original crystal has been retained and will accompany the sale.
Having undergone a full independent service in July 2026, this Tudor has been carefully cleaned and prepared to an extremely high standard, resulting in a watch that offers both vintage charm and outstanding everyday performance.
Key Details
• Model: Tudor Oyster Prince Day-Date
• Reference: 7017/0
• Year: 1970
• Case Size: 38mm
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Dial: Silver dial with natural age-related patina
• Hour Markers: Applied baton markers
• Hands: Original Tudor hands
• Day & Date: Day-Date display
• Crystal: New replacement crystal fitted (original retained)
• Crown: Original Tudor crown
• Movement: Automatic
• Strap: New blue leather strap
• Bracelet: Original Tudor bracelet included
• Water Resistance: Not guaranteed due to age
• Guarantee: 12-month mechanical guarantee
Condition Report
Case: Excellent condition with only very light signs of wear visible.
Dial: Original dial with even and attractive ageing throughout, adding significant vintage character.
Hands: Original handset showing matching vintage character.
Bezel: Very light signs of wear only.
Crystal: Newly replaced and free from marks. Original crystal retained and included.
Caseback: Excellent condition.
Bracelet: Original bracelet included but showing its age and no longer at its best.
Overall: An exceptionally honest and original example that has been carefully preserved.
Working Order
Fully serviced in July 2026.
The automatic movement is running in near factory-standard working order following a comprehensive independent service.
All functions operating exactly as intended.
Supplied with our 12-month mechanical guarantee.
Our View
Vintage Tudor Day-Date models have developed a loyal following thanks to their strong Rolex connection, robust movements and excellent value when compared to equivalent Rolex references.
What makes this particular watch stand out is its originality. The original dial, hands and crown remain intact, while the even patination across the dial gives it exactly the sort of character collectors seek. The decision to fit a replacement crystal while retaining the original strikes the perfect balance between usability and preservation.
Freshly serviced, highly original and accompanied by both its original bracelet and Tudor pouch, this is one of the finest examples of the 7017/0 we have encountered.
