Tudor 1926 Watches
The Tudor 1926 Moon Phase: What You Need to Know Before Choosing
Three dimensions define this watch: its heritage, its complication and its intended use.
On heritage, the 1926 collection takes its name from the year Tudor was founded by Hans Wilsdorf, the same man who created Rolex. It is the most narrative collection in the brand: a tribute to its origins, with a sober and timeless design that deliberately moves away from the sport-diving codes of the Black Bay. The 1926 Moon Phase is the centrepiece of this collection at Auberi: a dressed watch that tells a story.
On complication, the moon phase indicator displays the lunar cycle (29.5 days) in an aperture on the dial. It is not a "utilitarian" complication in the strict sense, it is a contemplative one, adding a poetic dimension to the reading of time. At €2,750, the 1926 Moon Phase offers this complication at a price point rare for a Swiss manufacture watch.
On use, the 39 mm steel case is the most versatile format in the brand: worn by both men and women with medium wrists. The automatic movement requires no daily winding. The 1926 Moon Phase is a watch for the office, special occasions and refined daily wear, not a sport or diving watch.
Which Profile Suits the Tudor 1926 Moon Phase?
- Understated complication enthusiast → the 1926 Moon Phase delivers a lunar indicator without overloading the dial — a discreet aperture, an elegant lunar presence
- Gift / memorable occasion → €2,750 for a Swiss manufacture complication: an exceptional value, a watch that tells a story
- Dressed-up daily wear / unisex → 39 mm universal format, steel, automatic — the 1926 Moon Phase adapts to both the office and formal occasions
- Tudor history connoisseur → the only reference in the range to bear the founding year's name, with a complication worthy of high watchmaking houses
Auberi's take: The 1926 Moon Phase is the Tudor that surprises uninitiated customers most in-store, its moon phase complication at this price point generates genuine astonishment. Customers who weren't looking for a complication sometimes leave wanting a watch that "tells a story". It is the most literary Tudor in the range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a moon phase indicator and what is it for?
A moon phase indicator is a watchmaking mechanism that displays the current phase of the lunar cycle (new moon, first quarter, full moon, last quarter) on a rotating disc or dial aperture. Historically used for tides and agricultural calendars, it is today a contemplative complication, accurate to approximately 122 years on high-end mechanisms. On the 1926 Moon Phase, it integrates discreetly into the dial without interfering with time reading.
Is the Tudor 1926 Moon Phase a manufacture watch?
Yes, the 1926 Moon Phase carries a Tudor automatic calibre, developed in Switzerland. This manufacture movement provides the reliability and precision expected of a Tudor watch, with a comfortable power reserve. At €2,750, it is one of the most accessible Swiss manufacture complication watches on the market.
Is the Tudor 1926 Moon Phase suitable for women?
Yes, the 39 mm case is a unisex format in current usage. Tudor women's watches in 30 mm remain the naturally feminine format for the brand, but the 1926 Moon Phase in 39 mm is regularly worn by women who prefer a more assertive size. For a feminine jewellery-focused Tudor, the Clair de Rose collection is the Tudor destination.
Can I try the Tudor 1926 Moon Phase at an Auberi boutique?
Yes, the 1926 Moon Phase is available to try in our Cannes and Nice boutiques. Our advisors will explain how the moon phase complication works on your wrist and let you compare it with other Tudor automatic references, no appointment needed.
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