Tudor Big Block Cronograph

This Tudor reference 79160 – referred to as the "Big Block" – retains the much-loved characteristics of the reference 9400s model predecessors while entering into a more modern era.

The reference 79100s were introduced in 1989. The reference 79160 was fitted with a silver dial, black subsidiary dials, and a black tachymeter bezel. The designation of “OYSTERDATE” and “AUTOMATIC - CHRONO TIME” appeared just like it did on the reference 9420.

This example is a first generation model, confirmed by the case number corresponding to 1992, the “T SWISS T” indication at six o’clock, and the trapezoidal indexes on the dial.

Also, the caseback is from a reference 9420 and has the Rolex signature on the back; these were used in the earlier reference 79100s series. Interestingly, the crown is also from Rolex, as seen from the coronet with the three dots for the Rolex Triplock Crown.
The bracelet was beefed up to a sturdier version, the reference 78360, but with a Tudor signature. A Valjoux caliber 7750 with a half-moon shaped automatic rotor can be seen inside.

Our BB is in amazing condition, never polished and completely original.