[WTS] Tudor 79180 Reverse Panda "Big Block" from 1992
[WTS] Tudor 79180 Reverse Panda "Big Block" from 1992
Hi folks! For sale is a minty example of one of the best neo-vintage Big Blocks, the Tudor 79180 Reverse Panda from 1992. Powered by the venerable Valjoux 7750, this watch has a perfect case size at 40mm x 47.8mm x 14.5mm with 20mm lugs. This watch is equipped on a Tudor 78360 bracelet with 589 end links and R9 clasp code. Condition wise I would put this at a “very good” vintage condition. The case maintains its crisp lines and factory brushed / polished finishes. There are small handful of minor hairlines and very light microdings in the case and steel bezel but as you can see in the pictures it is in incredible condition. There are only a few very faint marks in the acrylic crystal that are visible under certain lighting angles and could likely be polywatched out by the next owner. The dial is flawless and the tritium lume is just starting to develop a warm patina. The bracelet is in great shape with only lights signs on desk diving on a few of the links and the clasp. Service history is unknown, however the movement functions and pushers operate properly and crisply and I clocked it at -3 sec/day on my timegrapher app with just a partial wind. The bracelet can fit up to roughly a 7.5” wrist. Note for vintage watches: I do my best to describe any watch I sell to the best of my ability, but old watches are like old cars – they can be temperamental, need service at any time, and are generally not as reliable or as precise as a modern watch. It should be assumed that unless I know the service history the watch will likely need a service if you plan to wear it frequently. Even post-service (depending on the watchmaker), vintage watches can still be less reliable than modern watches. I take great lengths to safely package the watches that I ship but vintage watches have been known to be more prone to having damage during shipping due to vibrations, screws backing out, etc. Please understand this before buying a vintage watch online in general! The sale will come as watch only, with the watch and a generic wood box. Timestamp for Reddit: [https://preview.redd.it/wts-tudor-79180-reverse-panda-big-block-from-1992-v0-csz2p7xiqrxe1.jpg?width=1080&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=cbed538a5142ade48c37116cf90f3fa67804ce9a](https://preview.redd.it/wts-tudor-79180-reverse-panda-big-block-from-1992-v0-csz2p7xiqrxe1.jpg?width=1080&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=cbed538a5142ade48c37116cf90f3fa67804ce9a) I am asking $5,450 net to me including fully insured shipping in the US. Not interested in trades at this time, trade offers will be ignored. Please message me with any questions or interest and thanks for looking!