Chronograph (vintage)

Tudor Chronograph 79160

Prince Oysterdate Chronograph

  • 40mm
  • Steel
  • Automatic
  • 1989 to 1995
  • Men's
The Tudor Chronograph (vintage), reference 79160. Produced 1989 to 1995. Below are the full specifications, plus what each part of the reference number means. If you own this reference and want to know what it is worth today, we buy it outright and appraisals are complimentary.

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Full specifications

Case

Case size40mm
Case materialSteel
Lug width20mm
Water resistance100m

Bezel

Bezel typeTachymeter

Dial

Dial colorBlack
LumeTritium

Band

Bracelet typeOyster
BraceletSteel Oyster bracelet, folding clasp
ClaspFolding clasp

Movement

MovementAutomatic, Valjoux 7750
Caliber7750
Power reserve44 hours
Beat rate28800 vph
Jewels25
FunctionsChronograph, date

Reference

Wears asMen's
Produced1989 to 1995

How the 79160 compares

Side by side with the other Tudor Chronograph references we document. Only the specs that actually differ are listed.

79160 vs 7031

Spec79160 7031
Dial Black Grey and orange
Water resistance 100m 50m
Power reserve 44 hrs 45 hrs
Jewels 25 17
Produced 1989 to 1995 1970 to 1971

79160 vs 7032

Spec79160 7032
Dial Black Grey and orange
Water resistance 100m 50m
Power reserve 44 hrs 45 hrs
Jewels 25 17
Produced 1989 to 1995 1970 to 1971

79160 vs 7149

Spec79160 7149
Dial Black Blue and grey
Jewels 25 17
Produced 1989 to 1995 1971 to 1977

Common questions about the Tudor Chronograph 79160

How big is the Tudor Chronograph 79160?

The case measures 40mm across, with a 20mm lug width. Case material: Steel. Case size alone is a poor guide to how a watch wears; lug-to-lug length and how the bracelet drops off the case matter more, which is why we suggest trying one on before you commit.

What movement is in the 79160?

Automatic, Valjoux 7750. Power reserve is 44 hours. It beats at 28,800 vph. The movement uses 25 jewels.

Is the 79160 water resistant?

It is rated to 100 meters, about 328 feet. That is enough for swimming and snorkeling, but not for scuba diving. One caution that applies to every watch on this page: a water resistance figure describes a new watch with fresh gaskets. On a piece that is years past its last service, treat the rating as unknown until it has been pressure tested.

When was the Tudor Chronograph 79160 made?

Tudor produced this reference from 1989 to 1995. Production years matter when you are valuing one, because dial, bezel and bracelet details often changed inside a single reference run.

Does the 79160 have a nickname?

Prince Oysterdate Chronograph. Collector nicknames are not official Tudor names, but they are what people actually search for and what they are called across a showroom.

Does San Diego Jewelry Buyers buy the Tudor Chronograph 79160?

Yes. We buy this reference outright, and we lend against it if you would rather keep it. We are a family-owned San Diego buyer established in 2006, our appraisers are GIA-trained, and the appraisal is complimentary with no obligation to sell. You can bring it to our Gaslamp showroom at 907 Sixth Ave or start online. If you are looking to buy this reference instead, tell us and we will let you know when one comes in.

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