# Tudor 1926 Steel Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Tudor 1926 Steel is a refined dress watch featuring a 39mm stainless steel case with polished and brushed finishes, powered by the in-house automatic MT5400 caliber with COSC certification and an impressive 70-hour power reserve, ideal for the sophisticated professional who values understated elegance, everyday wearability, and reliable performance in a timeless package.

## Overall Watch Rating: 7.5/10.0

**Brand Metric (7.9/10.0)** - Tudor punches above its entry-level luxury weight thanks to Rolex-backed heritage and consistent quality, on par with Oris but with greater prestige.

**Dials & Design Metric (8.9/10.0)** - The clean silver dial with applied indices and dauphine hands delivers classic Art Deco-inspired sophistication rivaling vintage Omega dress watches.

**Movement Metric (8.8/10.0)** - The MT5400 in-house automatic offers COSC accuracy, 70-hour reserve, and solid finishing comparable to mid-tier ETA upgrades in Hamiltons.

**Material Metric (9.4/10.0)** - Premium 316L steel case paired with sapphire crystal and anti-reflective coating provides durability and clarity exceeding most Tag Heuers.

**Versatility Metric (8.4/10.0)** - Seamlessly transitions from boardroom to casual outings with 100m water resistance, outshining pure dress watches like Nomos.

**History & Innovation Metric (7.6/10.0)** - Reviving its 1926 origins with modern in-house movements builds on solid heritage akin to Longines but with Tudor's innovative edge.

**Functions Metric (4.8/10.0)** - Basic time and date functions perform reliably but lack the extras found in multifunction Seikos.

**Rarity Metric (6.3/10.0)** - At around $4,000 retail, it offers accessible exclusivity similar to Christopher Ward models without true limited production scarcity.

**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - Simple date window at 3 o'clock is functional but basic compared to chronographs in entry-level Longines.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 8.2

## WM Collector Grade: A-

## Performance Insights: Strong materials, movement, and design elevate this watch, though basic complications limit complexity; it delivers excellent value well below its implied price equivalent for luxury peers.

## TPS Interpretation: Strong Value: The watch exceeds expectations with premium build and reliability at its accessible price point.

## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**