THE ESSENTIALS

MAKE: TUDOR
MODEL: 79160
YEAR: 1995
BOX/PAPERS: NO/NO
CASE DIAMETER: 40mm
CASE MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
BRACELET MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
MOVEMENT: AUTOMATIC

The 79100 series was introduced in 1989 as the successor to the 94000 series. By that time, Tudor had already been producing automatic chronographs for 12 years, and the new line was all about refinement — much like a 911, with small, thoughtful updates over time to perfect the design.

The 79160 retained the same case, movement, and bracelet as its predecessor. Updates were subtle: the rotor design changed slightly, and the dial saw minor tweaks. Early examples featured trapezoidal hour markers and T SWISS T at 6 o’clock. Later ones, like this, moved to baton markers, T SWISS MADE T, and omitted the frame around the date window.

This unpolished example is in superb condition. It shows expected wear on the case but remains strong. The original S3 (March ’94) bracelet retains all its links and has minimal stretch. The dial is flawless, with all lume plots intact, as are the hands.

The movement was serviced within the last 12 months and is performing excellently at +3 s/d, 300 amplitude, and a 0.1 ms beat error in the crown-up position.

This is a standout example of a handsome, neo-vintage Tudor chronograph — and one that won’t break the bank.