On July 8, 1952, the British North Greenland Expedition left London on a scientific mission to the ice of Greenland. Equipped with the brand-new Oyster Prince, TUDOR's first watch to be both waterproof and self-winding, the expedition members conducted in-depth glaciological and seismic studies at several sites. It was on this occasion that one of the brand's very first long-term tests in real-life, and above all extreme, conditions was set up. The Ranger celebrates the adventurous spirit of these pioneers of extreme exploration with an accessible proposition that blends cutting-edge watchmaking technology with historical aesthetics.
THE TOOL WATCH SPIRIT
The Ranger model respects the aesthetic standards established throughout its history, in particular a dial with Arabic numerals at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock, while introducing cutting-edge technical elements, notably a high-performance MT5402 Manufacture Calibre and a "T-fit" quick-adjust clasp. The beige indices, painted with luminous material, contrast with the matte black grained background of the dial. The hands, with a rounded arrow shape for the hours and an angular one for the seconds, are characteristic of the Ranger aesthetic, with a touch of novelty: the tip of the seconds hand is finished in burgundy.
The Ranger is available with three types of bracelet: steel, fabric, or a hybrid of rubber and leather.