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At the new product announcement this year (April), the Black Bay Pro Ref. 79470, reminiscent of the popular vintage Rolex Explorer II Ref. 1655, was released and became a hot topic. Tudor (Tudor) ].
*Black Bay Pro Ref. 79470
A new product from Tudor that was released the other day (7/9) is generating even more buzz.
The name of the model is
" Ranger "
Just from the name you can already sense the appeal of the car, but today I would like to talk about what kind of model the Ranger is, its history and its appeal. Please enjoy reading until the end.
*All images are taken from Tudor's official website (reference: https://www.tudorwatch.com/ja/watch-family/ranger ).
The History of the Rangers
When you think of Tudor, you think of the famous Black Bay and Chronotime , but the Ranger we're introducing today is also one of their great models with a long history. As the name suggests, the concept is " exploration and adventure ." The name dates back to 1929. It wasn't actually introduced that year, but the name was registered as a trademark early on.
About 20 years later, from 1952 to 1954 , the members of the British North Greenland Expedition wore Tudor's Oyster Prince , the model that would later become the Ranger.
Then, in 1965, the Ref. 7995 was born, featuring a dial with the name engraved on it.
The black dial with luminous Arabic numerals at 3, 6, 9, and 12, and arrow-shaped hands is highly visible, making it a perfect fit for exploration and adventure. This design has been firmly inherited by the new model we are introducing this time.
After that, the Ref. 9050 was released in 1969, the Ref. 9111 (Ranger II) in 1973, and the Ref. 95760 in 2014. In 2022, the 70th anniversary of the North Greenland Expedition, the Ref. The number is Ref.79950 .
New "Ranger" "Ref. 79950"
Appeal 1 : Design
With a matte black domed dial and wide indexes coated with a somewhat thick layer of luminous paint, this watch has a strong vintage feel. Its distinctive arrow-shaped hands and the crest engraved on the crown are sure to appeal to any watch fan.
The 39mm case size balances the overall look, and while it follows past designs, it has been updated to a more modern style, making it a simply cool model.
The design is reminiscent of the popular vintage Rolex Explorer I model, Ref. 1016, but it also has a highly sophisticated design that firmly reflects the Tudor Ranger color scheme.
Appeal 2: Functionality
This model specializes in practicality and robustness, and is also excellent in terms of functionality .
The new Ranger is equipped with the COSC-certified manufacture movement "Cal. MT5402," which achieves an extremely high standard of -2 to +4 seconds per day when assembled as a wristwatch. It also boasts a power reserve of approximately 70 hours, demonstrating its high functionality.
Another important point that cannot be overlooked is that it is equipped with a " T-fit " quick-adjust clasp that allows for self-size adjustment . Fine adjustments can be made in 5 steps (8 mm) without the need for tools, making it a model that is truly specialized for practicality.
Attraction 3: Price
And what surprised me most was the price !!
In recent years, the price of luxury watches has risen dramatically, both at authorized stores and in the second-hand market. Even entry-level models from each brand are becoming difficult to afford. In the midst of this, the price of the "Ranger" announced by Tudor is
{Bracelet type}: 347,600 yen (tax included)
Strap type: 311,300 yen (tax included)
For this quality, the price is honestly quite cheap . This is a price that you would expect from Tudor, and it's no wonder they have so many fans around the world.
I believe that especially for those who do not yet own a luxury watch, wearing the Ranger will enable them to experience the greatness and joy of a luxury watch.
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[Tudor] What did you think of the new "Ranger" model?
By gaining a solid understanding of its history and appeal, you can appreciate the quality of the brand and model even more, and I believe that the modern, upgraded and revived Ranger is a model full of attractive elements that anyone would want to get their hands on at least once.
I would be delighted if by reading this article, even one person becomes interested in Tudor and becomes a fan of luxury watches.
see you!!