The SAGA:
Tudor Submariner 94010 c.1979
Marine Nationale with Toulon Extract confirming issuance to Commando HUBERT!
Established in the 1950s, the Commando Hubert is the most elite unit within the French Navy, and the only unit within the Commandos Marine to have combat swimmers. While known for their aquatic prowess, the CH are adept in all conditions, specializing in counter terrorism, long range reconnaissance, and other special operations.
In recent news, Commando Hubert took the lead during the 2019 Burkina Faso hostage rescue. All four hostages were rescued, but two members of the Commando Hubert lost their lives during an exchange of fire with the six terrorists.
As an aside, Jacques Cousteau, as a naval officer during WWII, is credited with helping form France's commando frogmen unit.
Tech Specs:
Year of manufacture: 1979
Serial Number: 937XXX
Dial: Blue matte dial that appears to have been relumed while at service in Toulon. The hour and minute hand appear to have their original luminous material, but the second hand appears to have been relumed at the same time as the dial
Bezel insert: Remains a deep blue with crisp numerals and hashes. Pearl appears to have been replaced and is cracked at 12.
Case: The entire case has been brushed matte, with some original chamber remaining on the crown side. Inside of the case back has four “YP” inscriptions, one of which matches the extract exactly.
Bracelet: Phoenix NATO strap.
Movement:
Accessories: Extract from the Registre Pour La Comptabilité des Divers Chapitres. A Marine Nationale patch will also be included in the sale
Watch is currently running at COSC spec