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Sell Your Tudor Watch in San Antonio, TX (2026)

By Watch Affinity  ·  July 6, 2026  ·  4 min read

Tudor has a strong ownership base in San Antonio — driven by the JBSA military community's affinity for the Pelagos and Black Bay, and the city's growing professional market for Swiss watches that offer Rolex-level quality at a more accessible entry point. If you own a Tudor and are considering selling in 2026, Watch Affinity is San Antonio's local specialist making same-day offers on all Tudor references.

Tudor Secondary Market Values — 2026

ReferenceSecondary Market Range
Black Bay 58 Blue (ref. M79030B)$3,000 – $3,800
Black Bay 41 Steel (ref. M79540)$2,500 – $3,200
Black Bay GMT (ref. M79830RB)$2,800 – $3,600
Pelagos 39 Titanium (ref. M25407N)$2,500 – $3,200
Pelagos FXD (French Marine Nationale)$3,200 – $4,800
Black Bay Bronze (ref. M79250BA)$2,800 – $3,500
Black Bay Ceramic (ref. M79210CNU)$2,800 – $3,500
Heritage Chrono Blue (ref. M70310B)$2,200 – $3,000
Ranger (ref. M79950)$1,800 – $2,400
Royal (ref. M28500)$1,500 – $2,200
Black Bay 32 / 36$1,600 – $2,200

These are secondary market sale ranges. Dealer purchase offers are typically 60–75% of secondary market value, consistent with what specialist dealers pay across Tudor references.

What Drives Your Tudor's Value

  • Reference and generation: The Black Bay 58 Blue and GMT are the most liquid Tudor references in 2026. The Pelagos FXD commands a significant premium as a limited military-contract piece with documented collector demand.
  • Box and papers: Original Tudor box, warranty card, and hang tags add 10–15% to the offer compared to bare watches. Tudor's recent production pieces with full presentation sets are easier to move quickly.
  • Movement type: Tudor's in-house MT5602 and MT5612 movements are preferred over older ETA-based references. In-house movement watches carry a collector premium and resell faster.
  • Condition: Unpolished cases with original brushed and satin finishes command more than heavily polished examples. Tudor's distinctive faceted case designs are especially sensitive to polishing.
  • Bracelet configuration: Black Bay models that come with both the steel bracelet and fabric strap command more than those with only one option. Completeness matters to buyers.
Military community note: San Antonio's JBSA population includes a meaningful number of Pelagos FXD owners — the watch issued to French Marine Nationale divers and a civilian version available to the public. If your Pelagos FXD has any documentation of service or original issue, share that information at the time of your offer. Documented military association can push value well above the standard market range.

How Watch Affinity Buys Tudor Watches in San Antonio

Watch Affinity is located at 11808 Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio — a short drive from JBSA-Lackland, JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, and the Medical Center. We make same-day offers on all Tudor references with no appointment required for walk-in assessments. For pieces valued above $2,500, calling ahead is appreciated so we can allocate time for a proper evaluation.

We also buy remotely from San Antonio residents who prefer not to come in: send photos of the watch, dial, case, and any documentation → receive a preliminary range within one business day → confirm in person or ship → same-day wire or check on acceptance.

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Tudor vs. Rolex: What Sellers Should Know

Tudor is Rolex's sister brand, sharing manufacturing infrastructure and movement components. On the secondary market, Tudor watches trade at a fraction of equivalent Rolex prices — but the dealer offer percentage relative to retail is similar. The practical difference for a seller: a Tudor Black Bay 41 at $3,200 market value will receive a competitive specialist offer at Watch Affinity; a Rolex Submariner at $12,000 market value will receive a higher absolute dollar offer but a similar percentage. Both brands are bought at Watch Affinity with the same care and same-day payment terms.

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