Established in 1946 by founder, Hans Wilsdorf, Tudor became a brand that was not common in the luxury watch world at the time with its purpose to provide the same quality as others while at a more approachable price point. Proven to be a successful approach, Tudor grew into one of the most well-known watch brands in the world by the 1950's.
A few of the brands first models...
If your first guess was the face and hands, it's time to look a little deeper into your watch. Of course, the look and function are important, but the most essential part of your timepiece is...the mainspring.
This under-appreciated little marvel is the only way you could have a timepiece on your wrist. Without it, you're carrying around a full-size clock. But with all the advancement...