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Tudor 1926 28mm AutomaticvsRolex Lady-Datejust

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1926 28mm Automatic
Tudor1926 28mm Automatic
MSRP $2,400
Lady-Datejust
RolexLady-Datejust
MSRP $9,150
What people say

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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 Lady-Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Lady-Datejust for its elegant design and beautiful dials, with many finding the 28mm case size perfect for smaller wrists. Some owners report excellent timekeeping and that the watch looks even better in person than in photos. Availability and pricing are significant concerns, with some users noting long wait times from authorized dealers while others received watches quickly, and vintage examples are seen by some as overpriced compared to market value. One owner noted the date wheel printing appeared low in the window. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Lady-Datejust highly for its elegant aesthetics and comfortable wearability on smaller wrists.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1926 28mm Automatic28mm
Lady-Datejust28mm
Power Reserve
1926 28mm Automatic38h
Lady-Datejust55h
Water Resistance
1926 28mm Automatic100m
Lady-Datejust100m
MSRP
1926 28mm Automatic$2,400
Lady-Datejust$9,150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Thickness
9.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
15mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Rolesor
Finish
Polished
18 kt yellow gold
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied
Roman numerals

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
T201
2236
Power Reserve
38h
55h
Jewels
25
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,400
$9,150
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