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Tudor 1926 28mm AutomaticvsRolex Oyster Perpetual

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1926 28mm Automatic
Tudor1926 28mm Automatic
MSRP $2,400
Oyster Perpetual
RolexOyster Perpetual
MSRP $6,200
What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic for its refined aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its automatic movement and considering it a versatile everyday watch. Some owners note the date window can be difficult to read, and one owner perceives the 28mm size as looking large due to its small bezel and big dial. On balance, owners rate the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic highly for its refined design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The smooth and precise bezel action is a notable strength of this watch. A potential drawback is the use of a third-party movement, which may be a drawback for some enthusiasts who prefer in-house calibers.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual

Owners widely praise the Rolex Oyster Perpetual for its clean, simple, and understated design, perfect weight, and great fit as a versatile, discreet, and beautiful first Rolex suitable for everyday wear. Reviewers note the 41mm yellow-dial model is surprisingly wearable and slides under a cuff easily due to its 12mm thickness, while some owners find the 34mm size a discreet daily wearer that tucks neatly under a sleeve. Some owners find the sunburst dials dressier than alternatives, and one owner considers it the best watch regardless of price due to its quality and non-flashy appearance. Lume in the thin hands is nearly invisible in darkness. Availability is challenging, with many configurations difficult to acquire from authorized dealers without a significant wait time or prior history, leading some to seek them on the grey market. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Oyster Perpetual highly for its understated appeal and suitability as a versatile daily watch.

From video reviewers

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual's enduring appeal and versatility for everyday wear are consistently praised. Reviewers note the watch's high price point relative to its specifications and mention the difficulty in acquiring one at retail due to demand.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1926 28mm Automatic28mm
Oyster Perpetual31mm
Power Reserve
1926 28mm Automatic38h
Oyster Perpetual55h
Water Resistance
1926 28mm Automatic100m
Oyster Perpetual100m
MSRP
1926 28mm Automatic$2,400
Oyster Perpetual$6,200

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Mechanical
Diameter
28mm
31mm
Thickness
9.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
15mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
Polished
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
Green
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
T201
2232
Power Reserve
38h
55h
Jewels
25
31

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,400
$6,200
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