Tropical Tudor Submariner

While Tudor Submariners have a long and fairly well documented history as the official timepiece of the French Marine Nationale, their connection with the United States Navy is far less clear.

You're looking at very early reference 7928 Submariner. The fading on dial is extremely even, which vintage collectors absolutely love. The bezel is a great shade of grey, too. But, the best part about this watch is what it says on the back. It reads " PROP USS Nereus AS-17". That means that this watch is property of the USS Nereus, which was a US Navy Submarine - famuous tender battleship.

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