A highly attractive and increasingly difficult-to-find Tudor Oysterdate reference 9050, featuring the desirable and seldom-seen grey dial configuration. Dating from 18th September 1980 and confirmed by both its serial number (711xxx) and original paperwork, this superb vintage Tudor is presented as a complete full set with its original accessories and service history.

Fresh from a comprehensive service in 2024, this is a wonderful example of a classic Tudor from an era when the brand shared many components and design cues with Rolex, offering collectors exceptional vintage appeal and everyday wearability.

Key Details

• Model: Tudor Oysterdate
• Reference: 9050
• Year: 18th September 1980
• Serial Number: 711xxx
• Case Size: 34mm
• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Bezel: Smooth Stainless Steel Bezel
• Dial: Rare Grey Dial
• Hour Markers: Applied Baton Markers
• Hands: Polished Steel Hands
• Date: At 3 o’clock
• Crystal: Acrylic Crystal
• Movement: Automatic
• Bracelet: Original Tudor Bracelet
• Clasp: Tudor Folding Clasp
• Guarantee: 12-Month Mechanical Guarantee

Condition Report

Case: Original condition, lightly polished and professionally cleaned. Very few marks of note.
Bezel: Excellent condition with light signs of age-related wear only.
Dial: Rare original grey dial showing light rubbing to the centre, consistent with age and adding to the watch’s vintage character.
Crystal: Very good condition with light signs of use.
Bracelet: Very good condition with honest wear commensurate with age.
Overall: An exceptionally well-preserved vintage Tudor that presents beautifully for a watch over 45 years old.

Working Order

Comprehensively serviced in 2024.

Tested in our workshop and performing exceptionally well for its age.

All functions operating exactly as intended.

Supplied with our 12-month mechanical guarantee.

Our View

Vintage Tudor references from this period continue to attract increasing attention from collectors, particularly those seeking Rolex-associated heritage without Rolex pricing. The reference 9050 is a perfect example, offering classic Oyster case proportions, robust automatic movement and understated styling.

What makes this particular watch special is the rare grey dial. Far less frequently encountered than silver or black variations, it gives the watch a distinctive appearance while retaining the versatility that makes these vintage Tudors such enjoyable daily wearers.

Complete with its original box, wallet, papers and service documentation, this is exactly the sort of honest, collector-focused vintage Tudor that becomes increasingly difficult to source.