THE ESSENTIALS

MAKE: TUDOR
MODEL: 76100
YEAR: 1984
BOX/PAPERS: NO/NO
CASE DIAMETER: 40mm
CASE MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
BRACELET MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
MOVEMENT: AUTOMATIC

For those in the know, collecting vintage Tudor Submariners can bring just as much joy—if not more—than collecting their Rolex counterparts. Unlike its bigger brother, known for its slow and steady design evolution, Tudor was far more experimental and daring, leaving us with a catalogue of Subs that showcase a wide range of dial and design variations, each with its own character.

In 1983–84, Tudor entered a transitional period marking the end of the Snowflake era and a reset of serial numbers. Many later Tudor Subs, such as the 79090, feature Mercedes-style hour hands and circular hour markers reminiscent of pre-Snowflake models like the 7928. However, not everyone realises that Tudor produced a true transitional model for just one year: the 76100, also known as the “Lollipop.”

The 76100 succeeded the 94110, introducing an upgraded ETA 2824-2 movement and a completely redesigned dial. Circular and triangular hour markers replaced the iconic square Snowflake markers, laying the groundwork for later models like the 79090. Yet sharp-eyed collectors will spot one unusual detail: the hour hand forgoes the traditional Mercedes design in favour of a simple circular tip—resembling a lollipop. This subtle quirk gives the 76100 a playful, unconventional personality unlike any other Tudor or Rolex Submariner.

The present example has clearly led a gentle life. The case remains extremely strong, with robust lugs, crown guards, and its original chamfers intact. The dial is pristine, while the tritium lume has aged to a rich, creamy patina. It comes on its original Tudor 9315 bracelet with an “L”-stamped clasp. Following a recent service, the movement is performing well at +3 s/d, 265 amplitude, and a 0.1 ms beat error.

Despite its rarity, the 76100 remains excellent value compared to both earlier and later models (for reasons we can’t quite explain). It’s one of our absolute favourites here at Falco, and we doubt you’ll find a finer example than this.