{"product_id":"tudor-submariner-ref-7016-0-marine-nationale-mn-blue-snowflake-military-issued-2","title":"Tudor Submariner Ref. 7016\/0 - Marine Nationale 'MN' Blue 'Snowflake' Military Issued","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Submariner, namely those produced by Rolex, has long been considered the cream of the crop when it comes to watch collecting as a whole. Possibly the most iconic watch ever produced, the Submariner has long standing utilitarian roots that span decades, and everyone who’s anyone has been spotted wearing one. However, if you look deeper into the Submariner line, you may find a lesser known but just as incredible model manufactured by Tudor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese pieces are not only more unique and uncommon than the traditional Submariner, but offer a more fun, playful design — particularly with the blue-dialed variants...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e...And then, there are the Submariners that were issued to a variety of different militaries, with the French 'Marine Nationale' being perhaps the best known to utilize blue-dialed Subs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Ref. 7016\/0 that we have here is one of those very watches. Dating to circa 1974, the Oyster case has bee previously polished and done-so tastefully, presenting nicely with symmetrical lugs and correct finishing. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBeyond the military provenance, the standout feature with this piece, is that blue dial. For a short time, the early blue 'Snowflakes' around this era developed a wild, 'textured' surface, resulting in an almost 'lunar'-like appearance. This one retains a deep blue color, with its characteristic square Tritium plots showing a deep, rich patina throughout with some variance in the color. The equally characteristic 'snowflake' handset has been professionally color-matched and beautifully matches the dial. Flip it over, and you'll find the \"M.N. 74\" visible through a not unusual attempted removal, likely done post-decommissioning or even in period by its issued soldier to conceal the fact that it was property of the French Military.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a real piece of history — a phrase often repeated in the world of watches, though rarely as deservedly as in this case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo many collectors of vintage, regardless of whether the focus is of military watches or not, this 'Milsub' has \u003cem\u003eeverything\u003c\/em\u003e going for it. Military issued, properly vintage, honest condition, and its a Tudor. What more does one need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51667920814397,"sku":"OC3146","price":26350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/TUDOR_SUB_SNOWFLAKE_STRAP_WEB_1.jpg?v=1777935420","url":"https:\/\/oliverandclarke.com\/products\/tudor-submariner-ref-7016-0-marine-nationale-mn-blue-snowflake-military-issued-2","provider":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}