There are times when it feels like a watch was made for you. The FXD definitely stirs up debates so by all means criticise away! My Crit: I would've taken "Pelagos" off the dial. This watch is bespoke enough to be a different property from the family. I'd be very keen to know your thoughts about how they approached the model and the improvements you'd want. Something tells me this is going to be a template for the next generation of Pelagos models we'll be seeing soon (with bracelets, He Valves etc.) ⚓
You are really making me consider this piece. I loved it on the release and I have considered the BB58 Blue so many times. I just have to come to terms with the fixed lugs… which you made a very compelling case for. Great commentary as always!
I have a LHD, and now I think you have sold me on the FXD. I was considering a Blue P, but the Blue on that one was slightly brighter. As you mentioned unique, and far from the flexing hyped watches that us true collectors can actually dream and get within a reasonable budget.
I don't mind that it is a Pelagos, but "OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED" is really unnecessary knowing that above it, it says CHRONOMETER which says the same in one line😅
This is my expectation as well. That this will be the blueprint for the next gen Pelagos and that’s why I didn’t buy it. Id rather buy it, when it comes out as the new normal pelagos with a bracelet and put it on a strap when i want to. This is like a convertible with no closing roof. It is too limiting.
Congratulations! I'm proud of you and love your choice of the FXD. I'm retired from the U.S. Navy, having spent 21 years sailing around the world on aircraft carriers, battleships and destroyers. Early in my career I was an administrative clerk (yeoman) for a SEAL unit. I remember very clearly Tudor subs being given out as standard issue. I should of snagged one back then, not being able to afford one now - but the name Tudor as stuck in my mind as a quality watch. Military folk just want something to work with little fuss. It's nice to know that Tudor hasn't forgotten that. Enjoy that watch, brother!
I was a shallow water sailor (USCG) in the late 70s-early 80s. I remember the first thing I bought when I got on my duty station was a nice watch, a Bulova Accutron. It got lost over the years, though and I should have bought something a little more durable.
I really wanted to hold back on the review (and unveiling) to let things mull over. And thank you Richard. Gotta say, 5 months on and every day still feels like a pleasure. It's hard to describe but "Cathartic" still feels like the best word ;)
I don't need another watch. I don't need another watch. Okay, I need a Pelagos FXD now. I've probably watched every video and read every review on this watch and other versions of it (Red Bull, Black Dial, etc.). I think this is my next watch (or some version of it). This is the best video on this watch, hands down.
Bravo Boet! The FXD is an absolute beauty of a Watch. I tried one on before opting to buy my P01 instead. I knew that I had my heart set on the P01 since it’s release and was caught in a conundrum when I saw the FXD. I didn’t want to get involved in another’collectable’ Watch after Tudor had put the date on the caseback. It really is a stunning piece though. I wasn’t that impressed with the Velcro strap that it came with as it felt a bit wobbly on the wrist. I didn’t really think about using different straps but, you’re correct, the FXD is a true strap monster and I think is probably better on other NATO straps like you are using. The Pelagos line is a great range of watches. One of the real tool Watches produced by Tudor who I believe are the ‘Tool Watch’ arm of Rolex as opposed to being jewellery like Rolex has now become. I don’t think that the association with the Marine Nationale should make the FXD a range in itself. It obviously came from the Pelagos family (the French Navy probably used those too) so, I believe that ‘Pelagos’ belongs on the dial. It’s a bit like saying that a Mil Sub shouldn’t have ‘Submariner’ on the dial I feel. I knew that you wanted a ‘22’ model for some reason and now I know why, your birthdate. What a special touch to bond with the Watch even more. Congratulations on the acquisition my friend and you did the right thing in leaving it for a few months before doing your review. That makes it a true review from experience. You’ve got the FXD on my mind again now (lol). I may have to see if I can try on another. Great video as always my friend. ✊
Thanks a million for the message Thomas! Ah, it's one of those occasions that I'm so glad to have been able to share on the channel. Like you and your P01, it just goes to show that there is a model out there for all of us (and Tudors underrated gems are something else) Have a great weekend brother! 🥃
One year on the waitlist in Portland,OR and I just picked up my new FXD. Definitely worth the wait and it looks and feels great on the wrist. The matte blue bezel and titanium are so understated. Completely chill time piece that checks all the boxes and will stand the test of time.
Great review! Beautiful watch. I'm so curious; where'd you get the deployant to go with the NATO at 15:56? I would love to get one for myself. Just to eliminate the risk of the watch falling off as I try to strap it on in the morning. Cheers!
Since IDGuy is silent, I did some digging, and the closest I could find was the RM-Style Artem deployant, however it doesn't have the screw cap thingy through the nato strap eyelet, so it's not the same, and it probably won't hold a nato without the screw cap, most deployants are meant to hold much thicker and sturdier leather straps.
Gah! It’s such an amazing watch!!! I know my husband really wants one of these. They just wear so well on the wrist. Very cool watch and big congrats on the Tudor purchase! 💙✨✨✨💙
I waited for this watch's release with great anticipation, even had my name down with an AD beforehand. When it arrived I couldn't put it above the "Lefty" Pelagos which I also had my eye on so I got that. All the Pelagos models are underrated. The BB58 in all its iterations is a great watch but the "size" thing after the chunky Black Bay (still a great watch for me) hyped it up enormously. We're all different. I'm sure you picked the right one for you.
The Pelagos has always been that "yeah, this is the one watch that sums up the modern brand perfectly" to me. Seeing this collab and all the care that was put into it... just nailed it. And I feel the same about the BB's. They're great talking points, well sized and extremely popular, but the Pelagos family is Sub-Zero. Hope you're loving your LHD (It's a cracker!) 🥃
As someone who can drool over a CWC or Vietnam era Hamilton while ignoring a Daytona, this video sums up my thoughts on the FXD very nicely. It’s just disappointing they’re being released in such short supply, but I guess that’s the way the watch industry works at the mo.
You and me both Timothy. We're much more driven to appreciate the watches that were actual tools with hundreds of testimonials instead of what is essentially a fashion watch in comparison 😆It is sad that these have been brought out in smaller batches. BUT something that came to mind is that it allows them to keep the QC top notch too. No movement stoppages / crown issues and all the other things that plague a lot of BB's (which is a plus) ;)
Aaaahhh, you may have found the one watch that could be your ONLY watch! Amazing video, review, and message you have sent to the watch community. CONGRATULATIONS on obtaining such an outstanding piece. Every time you release a video like this my head swivels from my target like a dog seeing a squirrel. The FXD might, just might, take me off target. I also respect the tee shirt you sported in the video. Very appropriate. Semper Fidelis!
Soooo my AD called with the FXD, tried it on, it didn’t fit my wrists the lugs were toooo wide. Great watch. So I walked away with LHD I too thought I would get a submariner but more I get into watches the taste changes. The Pelagos 42m LHD, FXD & RHD have a greater wrist presence. Maybe the Deepsea has more or the sea dweller 43
I am having a Mandela effect. I swear one of your earlier videos you had a Tudor Ranger (the one in 41mm). I swear I watched that video and it was you but apparently I am wrong and TH-cam is of no help whatsoever as that video doesn't come up in my searches.
Careful, IDGuy is from South Africa and its the Mandela effect! I'm not sure how he'll take this ;D BTW I am totally with you for some reason I thought he had a 41mm ranger too. He does seem like the ranger type.
@@Nefville fixed it. Also, I found out why I was confused. Armand over at Watch Chronicles had a video on the Ranger and because IDGuy and Armand used to have similar styles of video I got confused.
I knew this was the Tudor you bought back when you said you bought a Tudor. As much as I try I just haven’t connected with any Tudor enough to buy. Still waiting for the snowflake sub 😎!
Sometimes these connections with the watches just happen organically 😉 Thanks a million as always Underachieving (and I reckon we'll be seeing a Snowflake Sub sooner or later - Gen 3. Peli's on the way!)
Dude! Those 2 line ETA's... Call me a snob, but it would be that model or the FXD for me given the choice. I'd even take both. Such a brilliant watch. Now they're going for crazy money today :/
Funny story, it's an aftermarket Chopard 22mm Deployant... that I took a Dremel to (still needs a bit of word to clean up but the matting process is coming along) 😉 The Green Strap is WatchGecko's Signature Nato. I can't recommend it enough!
Off topic: When I saw your shirt and before I looked it up, I thought your name was Hubert. Then I thought, "He doesn't really look like a Hubert." Well thank God for that! I'd like that Tudor but too hard to get where I live. When I was in Iceland recently, I picked up a JS Watch 'Sif NART' (Safe North Atlantic Rescue Timer) which actually is the official watch of the Icelandic Coast Guard. It's perfect (for me)! I'd bet Gilbert would send you one for review :)
I'm far from a Hubert 😆 Ah the name trivia will never get old Dave... It's going to be a shock for some when it comes out one day (It's not a name that people would guess) 🥃
Spectacular video - accurately sums up my feelings for this watch, and how it fits into my collection. It’s inspired me to downsize and consolidate my collection, and has helped make watch-wearing more meaningful. I’ve had several of the same sentiments you expressed. Well done.
For me personally, the watch looks too flat. And I don't mean metaphorically. It physically looks flat due to the bezel. Also not a fan of the coin edge looking bezel. But hey, that's why taste is highly subjective.
Congrats IDGuy! I can't say I'm surprised you picked this one. Its a great watch and I'm sure it will serve you well! Your FXD is like my Damasko DS-30, its just always up to be worn and crushes it every time.
It's a good word 😆 Definitely one that sums up the entire experience. And thank you Junior. One of those experiences that I'm so glad I could share on the channel 🥃
@@chrisstevenson2622 Apologies, that's what I meant 😆 I wouldn't be one to claim I know about Milspec watches and not remember the UDT/ SEALs 7928's from 'Nam. Apparently Rolex took out the "Milsub" patent last year... not even kidding... we might get something so badass Chris...
Congratulations @IDGuy. Your FXD is my Planet Ocean 2500. Glad to hear that you might downsize the collection...less is more is the way to go. Cheers from the Mountain West in Montana. 👍⌚🌲⛰️🥃🍷🦌🦬🐻
Tudor make some great watches. I've just purchased a black bay s and g. I've got big wrists so I can take the 41mm. As much as I love the black bay , my seiko sla043 is just better made. I think the seiko beats anything in the 4k /5k catergory. The movement not being regulated is it's only fault. It's a shame they are a limited edition, as seiko has produced possibly their best ever diver watch. If you get a chance to see one, you will understand. All the sla 62mas models are just beautiful watches.
I like the off the run style. SMP300m? Nah, trilogy seamaster ‘57. Standard Issue Pelagos? Nah, FXD. Superocean? Nah Superocean heritage ‘57 (hope you get it!)
Basically when the watch was released, the MN21 caseback model arrived at the end of the November. It was said in the community that they would be limited production (since it was the end of the year) so they'd be incredibly rare. People went mad to get the MN21's not knowing anything but that they were going to be "the best ones to get" 😆
Congrats on your FXD - it is a cracking good watch! I tried it on two months ago at my AD when I picked up my 126610LV. Loved the way it fit my 6.75" wrist. Wear it in good health!
You’ve got to stop doing this. Just when I’ve spent ages figuring out what I really want you bring out another arresting video. I was decided on the Sinn U50, gonna pull the trigger, then this stopped me more abruptly than Francois pienarr at full pelt. Damn you. Seriously though, what a compelling feature. And the fact you don’t need to change a pin to swap straps. Ah man….another delightful dilemma. Cheers bro
Francois Pienaar 😆 Not Bakkies Botha?? Must say though, the U50 is the perfect companion piece to the FXD. Seeing them together is mind-blowing! And thank you as always Wisam. It's incredible how well done this machine is (especially with the fixed bars) Have a superb weekend! 🥃
When I see your t-shirt, I would like to pay respects to Cédric de Pierrepont and Alain Bertoncello, our two Commando Hubert operators that were killed in action on may 10th 2019 while rescuing 4 hostages (2 french, 1 american and 1 south korean). They probably would have gotten the chance to wear this watch had they lived long enough…
I remember reading about this and seeing the headlines about these two men. A crying shame that these highly trained men are lost and don't receive the recognition more often than not 🥃 Thank you for sharing this Fiora!
It's been an obsession since day one Graham. Hard to put into words... but wow... there are pieces out there that are made for us. And thank you! It's a watch I'd highly recommend (as you can probably tell) 😆
Great video! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience! I’m so happy you enjoy the watch! Wanted to confirm your theory. Bought the black pelagos 6 years ago to commemorate a work promotion. It was my first “proper” watch. Added a speedmaster, tudor gmt and a skydweller as well as few beater watches since… the Pelagos still gets 95% wrist time. I want to wear the others, but i just naturally gravitate towards the Pele. It traveled with me all over the world and never once failed me technically, practicaly, visually nor in any other way.
Love the Pelagos testimonial Matty 😉 Ah, it's so good knowing that there are watches like these that just keep trucking on (with very little fanfare relatively speaking) Thank you so much for the comment and for taking the time to watch the clip! 🥃
Wow, I really appreciate your thoroughness and honesty for acquiring this piece (major congrats, by the way 👍). Just as yourself, there's something about mil-spec watches that gets me buzzin' with excitement; form, function, purpose...I like tools that do what they're designed to do. James Bond would be proud 😉. Cheers 🍺
Ah, it's so good Fresh and thank you! Sometimes there's a watch out there that manages to do the trick 😉 Really hope you're keeping well brother and have a phenomenal weekend!
Congrats! Love the FXD! Would you mind sharing how you got the deployment clasp onto the nato?? Ive seen it before but can’t find a video of how to do it. Thank you and enjoy your new watch!
Excellent 👍. For me it would not be competitive to my Pelagos LHD because having the crown on the wrong side 😉. But due to fxd lud a true tactical tool watch. The watch looks really excellent on your wrist!
Tudors on nato straps are meant to be. Took my 36 off the bracelet and put it on a Tudor fabric strap and I don’t think I’ll be going back any time soon.
They look the business on straps, right? I love that they dress down so well too. Nothing quite like owning a great piece that doesn't draw attention to itself BUT looks so great on different materials 🥃
Thanks for this review. I couldn't agree more with all your points. I am a lucky owner of a MN 21 (my date of birth is 21), and I love it. Had it equipped with an elastic strap from Erika, it looks awesome. What is the military green nato you have? I'd like a similar one. Cheers!
Those Erika Originals straps are sublime and thank you Julien!! I picked up the Grey and Green straps from WatchGecko (it's a part of their Signature Nato series) Cannot recommend them enough! 🥃
Totally understand that! I'd only ever accept Snowflake hands paired with a Snowflake dial. It's like having a rear engined Porsche but it's FWD - just doesn't make sense 😉
Such a heartwarming review as I share the same passion for The FXD , it's a phenomenal timepiece, its the final Tudor watch I'm after for the collection. I can truly understand how one can bond to this watch as I did the second I tried on the exhibition piece at my AD , the piece stirred me on an emotional level as well. It's a keeper! Where it in good health IDGuy !
Ah Reuven, I'll be holding thumbs that you receive the call soon. It's truly a gem... never asking for attention, just built for a purpose (and manages to be great in the interim) 😉 Thank you brother 🥃
@@ID-Guy I still never got the call from my AD too but finally found an FXD locally this week , boy am I so pleased I jumped on it. Its beyond a dream wearing it now as I type this comment, A grail Tudor piece that will never leave my collection!
I missed out on a Pelagos which was om display in Watches of Switzerland in Heathrow T3. That was a few years ago when Duty Free was still available. Good video. Thanks for upload.
I got it in Jan from my AD, love it, the velcro has been a bit of an issue, could you show exactly how you used the keeper from another nato, how you fixed it?
Thanks a million Emmanuel (I hope you appreciate that I pronounce "Pelagos" okay - not Pelaaaaagoes 😉) Enjoy your gorgeous BBPro!! Amazing what the brand has been giving us over the last two years to say the least! 🔥
@@ID-Guy indeed. Tudor is doing things right the last 5 years or so. If only all ADs would be able to offer their Tudors in a timely manner (2-4 months), then we would have a really good and consistent customer experience. I visited 4 ADs for the pro 1-2 days after the announcement. One AD called me a month ago. Happy to have the "Tudor exprorer" but not that happy with this waiting list games. As for the pronunciation of yours: spot on:) Nice name for your watch: Pelagos fits to that model family. Enjoy!☘👍
Brilliant video my friend. I can fully understand your love, your passion for this watch. So much so I will be selling a portion of my collection to get one. I, like you have a passion for tool watches, especially dive watches. I can think of no finer addition to my collection than the FXD. Thank you 😊
Ian thank you! Honestly, it's one of those go-to pieces with so much background that most don't even care about (making it even cooler) It's also made me appreciate that "less is more" approach too. Ah! Good look grabbing one and let me know how it goes!
Ps I too loathe the madness driven text dials. Owning the LHD which is my number 1 along with the FUB which both have Love & War Text dials which should come with reader glasses as they have just about included every word imagined which I wish they would love away the guy who is in charge of slapping on words on dials. Lock him up & throw away the keys !
Superb question LV! I think 6 is a perfect... That is basically my core rotation now that I come to think of it. 6 pieces (3 of Super High quality and 3 that are more easier to wear / beaters) Love it! 🥃
Very nice. I have to try one on, if that's even possible. I too, have a 6.75 to 7 inch wrist, and wonder about the lug to lug. I have a feeling it won't be a problem, but you never know until you have it on wrist.
You'll be able to rock this with ease Shawn. I was skeptical but with straps it wears so neatly. Just the right amount of presence that it's not overbearing (and looking awkward) but also not small. Really makes for the ideal dive watch size for our wrist size 😉
I feel exactly the same about this watch, put my name down last December, eventually picked it up in June. Love the way it sits on the wrist and the Lume is insane 👍
@@markikn3183 It is Mark - I totally agree with you. I like it for many of the reasons that would put most off buying an FXD. The original Pelagos is such a great tool watch (maybe the best "quality" tool watch on the market) but I wish it had been given a fully graduated bezel. I particularly like dive watches and I love the design and simplicity of the FXD, the dial symmetry, and its bezel. I also like the fact its almost a modern mil-spec watch, yes there is a nod to Tudor's past, but it's not really a "heritage" model like a Black Bay - it's very much its own thing.
Great video! I probably watched it 20 times and of course I’m deeply convinced I need to have this watch. Ironically I bought a perfect pre-owned Pelagos 42 half a year ago and I wore it and enjoyed it so much. But being a reseller I had to let it go. And I regret it. The watch was so nice. I think the only way to overcome my sorrow is to buy a MN. Maybe that’s the journey. It’s all about the journey.
I walked into my AD about a month back and the FXD was sitting in the case! Yep just sitting there! I put it on my wrist and walked around my AD for about 2 hours deciding whether I wanted to buy it or not, crazy I know! I fell in love with the entire watch and decided it had to come home with me, and I have no regrets since this watch is a great dive watch and I love the light weight. I love it so much that I keep buying different straps for it lol. Thank you for a great video!
Great review. It looks like such a 'get down to business' watch that can handle anything you throw at it, then use the fixed bars to pry open your beer once the task is completed. I have to ask, where'd you get that deployant clasp on the green nato? Amazing combo for this watch.
I enjoyed the video. One word about the tee shirt though, many years ago as a young serviceman a mate gave me a 3rd Raiding Squadron Royal Marines (Far East) tee shirt. I wore it one day doing PT and was pulled up by a senior NCO who demanded to know if I had ever served in 3RSRM, I hadn't. Suitably punished I always remembered the lesson, if you haven't served in a unit don't wear anything with an insignia that would imply that you have. They not supporters tee shirts, like showing support for a sports team, they carry a title someone else worked hard to earn. If you have not earned it then don't wear it. Just some advice from an old man
Why there aren't 1m subscribers to this channel is beyond me. I'm an Architect/Designer (and a watch enthusiast). Everything you perceive is spot on. We look at things around us with the same lens. Well done and thank you. Please keep doing what you are doing. Everyone will catch on eventually catch up.
Congratulations. It is such a phenomenal piece. Before I got mine I had a long-term goal of a sub or sea dweller. I spent about a week with a sea dweller and realized that it was way too shiny/flashy. I think the FXD is just about as perfect as it gets for me and my own taste
Isn't it funny, I had the same feelings. Shiny ceramic, glossy dials... it goes against what makes a "professional" tool in the category (at least for its application in the water) but man... those SD43's pull at my heartstrings... Hope you have one helluva time with your FXD Jason, y'legend 🥃
@@ID-Guy the SD I spent some time with was the triple 6 with drilled lugs and what not... Even the older one seemed a bit shiny for my own taste.... I love that everything on the FXD feels very purposeful, nothing unnecessary. Congratulations again on the awesome piece!
A declaration of love every girl would dream of. A very interesting watch, but for that snowflake hour hand ;-( Meanwhile, I'm surreptitiously glancing at the Bremont Waterman Apex via another browser tab ... Is that worth selling a kidney for?
I randomly purchesed sight unseen a Panerai 233 (for my 7" wrist!) and it has had a suffocating stranglehold on my collection for 2 years so much so that I stopped watching almost all watch channels. The 44mm PAM has changed the way I think about watch size. The only piece to see the light of day during the this Panerai reign has been my Helson Shark Diver 38 Titanium that I use for actual sporting activities. A few weeks ago the thumbnail for this video caught my eye; Blue dial, white indices, lumed mat bezel, grey titanium case, similar to my Helson. After looking a little deeper I now have one on its way. I'm a big fan of not having a me-too time piece and I think I'm going to like this one.
Like your description about the watch! Almost feel like I'm wearing it. I could never afford one of these but I've been wanting to to make something very similar out of the seiko mod but I know it won't be the same 😵😭
There is always a chance Michael. Must say, I'm not going to be pursuing an expensive piece for a while now (got a house to sort out) But there is always a way. You can also find quality pieces for half this price, a quarter of the price that are just as good 🥃
Congrats. I once owned the Pelagos LHD. It was the watch I could buy at retail & bought it on a whim. After owning & wearing it for a while I realised how well designed & functional it was. The perfect diver. A genuine tool watch. Loved the bracelet, the luminous bezel, snowflake hands with square markers & the titanium construction. Everything better than the Submariner. But then I always wanted a 40mm pre-ceramic Sea-Dweller, and so I sold it to buy the Rolex. Now after watching your video I want to get back into Tudor. The LHD had a unique number on the caseback. I miss my Pelagos. It had an early issue number in the 1000's. At least the warranty card has my name on it. Hopefully I'll find that watch in future. I'll buy it back.
Nice video makes me more interested in this piece than before so well done. If I may I would suggest you be careful about saying things like "let's be honest the majority don't care about its history, how beautifully designed it was considered and what it represents" because this sounds awfully elitist. I hope you don't seriously believe the majority of other FXD owners are so beneath you that they don't even care about the history, design etc of their watch. What I really enjoyed about this video and many of your others is how openly your share your personal watch journey. It was a shame you had to make this statement which comes across like you believe you are superior to others, as if you are the true authentic 'real FXD owner' a bit like a wine snob decrying others at the table who 'don't know what they are drinking'. Sorry to criticise I hope it is constructive and I'll say again thanks so much for an otherwise brilliant video
Great video! I am fortunate enough to own the MN21 version which was the only one my AD received last year. It’s been on the wrist a lot (found myself wearing it more than my 126710BLRO which I didn’t expect) and I am just looking at the watch all the time. Been living on the rubber strap this summer. Just a home run of a watch from Tudor. I plan on giving it to my son (born 2021) when he is old enough to appreciate watches.
Great piece for sure. However, I would think about diversity in your collection. Maybe a Santos, JLC reverso, etc. would bring you a lot of joy for those “different” days
There are times when it feels like a watch was made for you. The FXD definitely stirs up debates so by all means criticise away! My Crit: I would've taken "Pelagos" off the dial. This watch is bespoke enough to be a different property from the family. I'd be very keen to know your thoughts about how they approached the model and the improvements you'd want. Something tells me this is going to be a template for the next generation of Pelagos models we'll be seeing soon (with bracelets, He Valves etc.) ⚓
You are really making me consider this piece. I loved it on the release and I have considered the BB58 Blue so many times. I just have to come to terms with the fixed lugs… which you made a very compelling case for. Great commentary as always!
I have a LHD, and now I think you have sold me on the FXD. I was considering a Blue P, but the Blue on that one was slightly brighter. As you mentioned unique, and far from the flexing hyped watches that us true collectors can actually dream and get within a reasonable budget.
I don't mind that it is a Pelagos, but "OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED" is really unnecessary knowing that above it, it says CHRONOMETER which says the same in one line😅
This is my expectation as well. That this will be the blueprint for the next gen Pelagos and that’s why I didn’t buy it. Id rather buy it, when it comes out as the new normal pelagos with a bracelet and put it on a strap when i want to. This is like a convertible with no closing roof. It is too limiting.
I bought a BB 58, then this came out. Purpose built and fantastic..tudor is simply the best value out there imho..of course you love it..
Congratulations! I'm proud of you and love your choice of the FXD. I'm retired from the U.S. Navy, having spent 21 years sailing around the world on aircraft carriers, battleships and destroyers. Early in my career I was an administrative clerk (yeoman) for a SEAL unit. I remember very clearly Tudor subs being given out as standard issue. I should of snagged one back then, not being able to afford one now - but the name Tudor as stuck in my mind as a quality watch. Military folk just want something to work with little fuss. It's nice to know that Tudor hasn't forgotten that. Enjoy that watch, brother!
If the Commando Hubert uses it, it's by far the best watch.
I was a shallow water sailor (USCG) in the late 70s-early 80s. I remember the first thing I bought when I got on my duty station was a nice watch, a Bulova Accutron. It got lost over the years, though and I should have bought something a little more durable.
Shoes don't get issued Tudor dive watches. What Team were you at?
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Good duty, better than Haze grey. Me: ST-5 after BUD/S@@authorjohnwquinn
Congratulations on the Tudor. I think you made a fantastic choice. And thanks for waiting for 5 months to publish this, so we get a true review.
I really wanted to hold back on the review (and unveiling) to let things mull over. And thank you Richard. Gotta say, 5 months on and every day still feels like a pleasure. It's hard to describe but "Cathartic" still feels like the best word ;)
I don't need another watch. I don't need another watch. Okay, I need a Pelagos FXD now. I've probably watched every video and read every review on this watch and other versions of it (Red Bull, Black Dial, etc.). I think this is my next watch (or some version of it). This is the best video on this watch, hands down.
was in the shop today and saw it in the flesh next to the black Pelagos!!! doing online recherches now🤤
Bravo Boet! The FXD is an absolute beauty of a Watch. I tried one on before opting to buy my P01 instead. I knew that I had my heart set on the P01 since it’s release and was caught in a conundrum when I saw the FXD. I didn’t want to get involved in another’collectable’ Watch after Tudor had put the date on the caseback.
It really is a stunning piece though. I wasn’t that impressed with the Velcro strap that it came with as it felt a bit wobbly on the wrist. I didn’t really think about using different straps but, you’re correct, the FXD is a true strap monster and I think is probably better on other NATO straps like you are using.
The Pelagos line is a great range of watches. One of the real tool Watches produced by Tudor who I believe are the ‘Tool Watch’ arm of Rolex as opposed to being jewellery like Rolex has now become. I don’t think that the association with the Marine Nationale should make the FXD a range in itself. It obviously came from the Pelagos family (the French Navy probably used those too) so, I believe that ‘Pelagos’ belongs on the dial. It’s a bit like saying that a Mil Sub shouldn’t have ‘Submariner’ on the dial I feel.
I knew that you wanted a ‘22’ model for some reason and now I know why, your birthdate. What a special touch to bond with the Watch even more. Congratulations on the acquisition my friend and you did the right thing in leaving it for a few months before doing your review. That makes it a true review from experience. You’ve got the FXD on my mind again now (lol). I may have to see if I can try on another.
Great video as always my friend. ✊
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Thanks a million for the message Thomas! Ah, it's one of those occasions that I'm so glad to have been able to share on the channel. Like you and your P01, it just goes to show that there is a model out there for all of us (and Tudors underrated gems are something else) Have a great weekend brother! 🥃
One year on the waitlist in Portland,OR and I just picked up my new FXD. Definitely worth the wait and it looks and feels great on the wrist. The matte blue bezel and titanium are so understated. Completely chill time piece that checks all the boxes and will stand the test of time.
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Great review! Beautiful watch. I'm so curious; where'd you get the deployant to go with the NATO at 15:56? I would love to get one for myself. Just to eliminate the risk of the watch falling off as I try to strap it on in the morning. Cheers!
I was wondering the same thing, it looks great!
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Since IDGuy is silent, I did some digging, and the closest I could find was the RM-Style Artem deployant, however it doesn't have the screw cap thingy through the nato strap eyelet, so it's not the same, and it probably won't hold a nato without the screw cap, most deployants are meant to hold much thicker and sturdier leather straps.
hi did any of you finally get an answer or find out ? i have exactly the same observation and question. such a cool clasp. many thanks in advance Will
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms OEM.
Gah! It’s such an amazing watch!!! I know my husband really wants one of these. They just wear so well on the wrist. Very cool watch and big congrats on the Tudor purchase! 💙✨✨✨💙
The Commando Hubert's divers are the best of the Marine Nationale.
Believe me they are very strong and this Pelagos FXD is an incredible tool watch !
They are another level. No names, no faces, just dedicated professionals 😉⚓
I waited for this watch's release with great anticipation, even had my name down with an AD beforehand. When it arrived I couldn't put it above the "Lefty" Pelagos which I also had my eye on so I got that. All the Pelagos models are underrated. The BB58 in all its iterations is a great watch but the "size" thing after the chunky Black Bay (still a great watch for me) hyped it up enormously. We're all different. I'm sure you picked the right one for you.
The Pelagos has always been that "yeah, this is the one watch that sums up the modern brand perfectly" to me. Seeing this collab and all the care that was put into it... just nailed it. And I feel the same about the BB's. They're great talking points, well sized and extremely popular, but the Pelagos family is Sub-Zero. Hope you're loving your LHD (It's a cracker!) 🥃
As someone who can drool over a CWC or Vietnam era Hamilton while ignoring a Daytona, this video sums up my thoughts on the FXD very nicely. It’s just disappointing they’re being released in such short supply, but I guess that’s the way the watch industry works at the mo.
You and me both Timothy. We're much more driven to appreciate the watches that were actual tools with hundreds of testimonials instead of what is essentially a fashion watch in comparison 😆It is sad that these have been brought out in smaller batches. BUT something that came to mind is that it allows them to keep the QC top notch too. No movement stoppages / crown issues and all the other things that plague a lot of BB's (which is a plus) ;)
Just picked up my MN23 today and absolutely love it. Who by chance makes that deployant buckle and strap you show yours on a few times ?
Aaaahhh, you may have found the one watch that could be your ONLY watch! Amazing video, review, and message you have sent to the watch community. CONGRATULATIONS on obtaining such an outstanding piece. Every time you release a video like this my head swivels from my target like a dog seeing a squirrel. The FXD might, just might, take me off target. I also respect the tee shirt you sported in the video. Very appropriate. Semper Fidelis!
Thank you as always Reed! This message really made me smile 😉
I saved some money and ordered the Tactical Frog FX instead. I even prefer the raised and larger indices.
Soooo my AD called with the FXD, tried it on, it didn’t fit my wrists the lugs were toooo wide. Great watch. So I walked away with LHD
I too thought I would get a submariner but more I get into watches the taste changes.
The Pelagos 42m LHD, FXD & RHD have a greater wrist presence. Maybe the Deepsea has more or the sea dweller 43
I am having a Mandela effect. I swear one of your earlier videos you had a Tudor Ranger (the one in 41mm). I swear I watched that video and it was you but apparently I am wrong and TH-cam is of no help whatsoever as that video doesn't come up in my searches.
Careful, IDGuy is from South Africa and its the Mandela effect! I'm not sure how he'll take this ;D
BTW I am totally with you for some reason I thought he had a 41mm ranger too. He does seem like the ranger type.
@@Nefville fixed it. Also, I found out why I was confused. Armand over at Watch Chronicles had a video on the Ranger and because IDGuy and Armand used to have similar styles of video I got confused.
@@Miginath Armand and I are the same! 😆 Totally understandable Chrisin (We've been compared to one another more than once) 🥃
why do they insist on making these watches in 42mm when no one wants them! Please make it in 40!
I knew this was the Tudor you bought back when you said you bought a Tudor. As much as I try I just haven’t connected with any Tudor enough to buy. Still waiting for the snowflake sub 😎!
Sometimes these connections with the watches just happen organically 😉 Thanks a million as always Underachieving (and I reckon we'll be seeing a Snowflake Sub sooner or later - Gen 3. Peli's on the way!)
Great watch I regret not buying tudor pelogos with eta movement 2 lines of text
Dude! Those 2 line ETA's... Call me a snob, but it would be that model or the FXD for me given the choice. I'd even take both. Such a brilliant watch. Now they're going for crazy money today :/
Where is that green deployant strap from, please? Love it!
Funny story, it's an aftermarket Chopard 22mm Deployant... that I took a Dremel to (still needs a bit of word to clean up but the matting process is coming along) 😉 The Green Strap is WatchGecko's Signature Nato. I can't recommend it enough!
Off topic: When I saw your shirt and before I looked it up, I thought your name was Hubert. Then I thought, "He doesn't really look like a Hubert." Well thank God for that! I'd like that Tudor but too hard to get where I live. When I was in Iceland recently, I picked up a JS Watch 'Sif NART' (Safe North Atlantic Rescue Timer) which actually is the official watch of the Icelandic Coast Guard. It's perfect (for me)! I'd bet Gilbert would send you one for review :)
I'm far from a Hubert 😆 Ah the name trivia will never get old Dave... It's going to be a shock for some when it comes out one day (It's not a name that people would guess) 🥃
Spectacular video - accurately sums up my feelings for this watch, and how it fits into my collection. It’s inspired me to downsize and consolidate my collection, and has helped make watch-wearing more meaningful. I’ve had several of the same sentiments you expressed. Well done.
Ah, means a lot Ryan and thank you! It's great to know that I'm the only one who went crazy with this machine 😉 Have a great weekend brother!
For me it about getting a watch I like and will probably be my 1 watch and it's the tudor black bay 58.
For me personally, the watch looks too flat. And I don't mean metaphorically. It physically looks flat due to the bezel. Also not a fan of the coin edge looking bezel.
But hey, that's why taste is highly subjective.
That is definitely a good description (one I should've used in the video) The piece is very flat with hardly any 3D elements 🥃
Congrats IDGuy! I can't say I'm surprised you picked this one. Its a great watch and I'm sure it will serve you well!
Your FXD is like my Damasko DS-30, its just always up to be worn and crushes it every time.
It was an obvious choice going with the FXD, right? 😆 (I'm too predictable) But thanks a million Nef!! Have a great start to your weekend!
Purification or purgation that brings about spiritual renewal or release from tension " Catharsis " I had to look it up . Congratulations my friend !
It's a good word 😆 Definitely one that sums up the entire experience. And thank you Junior. One of those experiences that I'm so glad I could share on the channel 🥃
I’m waiting for someone to bring out a U.S. Navy UDT/SEAL watch.
I pray Rolex is taking notes.
Or a cheeky original 7928 Tudor Submariner "smiling" from back in the day 😉 That would be surreal...
@@ID-Guy that’s what the Navy SEALs used.
@@chrisstevenson2622 Apologies, that's what I meant 😆 I wouldn't be one to claim I know about Milspec watches and not remember the UDT/ SEALs 7928's from 'Nam. Apparently Rolex took out the "Milsub" patent last year... not even kidding... we might get something so badass Chris...
@@ID-Guy oh great. The watch they make will be so expensive that nobody will be able to afford it unless you are Elon Musk or Bill Gates.
I’ll go for the Tudor FXD over a Rolex any day of the week and twice on Sunday.
Congratulations @IDGuy. Your FXD is my Planet Ocean 2500. Glad to hear that you might downsize the collection...less is more is the way to go. Cheers from the Mountain West in Montana. 👍⌚🌲⛰️🥃🍷🦌🦬🐻
Stop sitting on the fence ! Do you like the watch or not ?
Tudor make some great watches. I've just purchased a black bay s and g. I've got big wrists so I can take the 41mm. As much as I love the black bay , my seiko sla043 is just better made. I think the seiko beats anything in the 4k /5k catergory. The movement not being regulated is it's only fault. It's a shame they are a limited edition, as seiko has produced possibly their best ever diver watch. If you get a chance to see one, you will understand. All the sla 62mas models are just beautiful watches.
I have no complaints on the watch really. Its a solid watch.
Where's that folding clasp Nato strap from?
hi - did you ever find out ? i had exactly the same observation and question, many thanks
@@10007will nope I didn’t
I like the off the run style. SMP300m? Nah, trilogy seamaster ‘57. Standard Issue Pelagos? Nah, FXD. Superocean? Nah Superocean heritage ‘57 (hope you get it!)
There's obviously a trend here, right? 😆 Ah, that made me laugh. Thank you Sidhant! 🥃
Great 5 month review of your FXD journey. Seems like it has truly tugged at your heart strings. I’ll let you know how my ticker fairs 🤣👍
Amazing what a watch can do to your psyche! Can't wait to know your thoughts Russell. I bet the PLM will be kicked out of the collection 😆🥃
Great vid! Just one question. What is the problem with the caseback? I am not up to date on the issue. Can someone explain it to me? Thanks
Basically when the watch was released, the MN21 caseback model arrived at the end of the November. It was said in the community that they would be limited production (since it was the end of the year) so they'd be incredibly rare. People went mad to get the MN21's not knowing anything but that they were going to be "the best ones to get" 😆
Congrats on your FXD - it is a cracking good watch! I tried it on two months ago at my AD when I picked up my 126610LV. Loved the way it fit my 6.75" wrist. Wear it in good health!
You’ve got to stop doing this. Just when I’ve spent ages figuring out what I really want you bring out another arresting video. I was decided on the Sinn U50, gonna pull the trigger, then this stopped me more abruptly than Francois pienarr at full pelt. Damn you.
Seriously though, what a compelling feature. And the fact you don’t need to change a pin to swap straps. Ah man….another delightful dilemma. Cheers bro
Francois Pienaar 😆 Not Bakkies Botha?? Must say though, the U50 is the perfect companion piece to the FXD. Seeing them together is mind-blowing! And thank you as always Wisam. It's incredible how well done this machine is (especially with the fixed bars) Have a superb weekend! 🥃
When I see your t-shirt, I would like to pay respects to Cédric de Pierrepont and Alain Bertoncello, our two Commando Hubert operators that were killed in action on may 10th 2019 while rescuing 4 hostages (2 french, 1 american and 1 south korean).
They probably would have gotten the chance to wear this watch had they lived long enough…
I remember reading about this and seeing the headlines about these two men. A crying shame that these highly trained men are lost and don't receive the recognition more often than not 🥃 Thank you for sharing this Fiora!
@ID-Guy excellent purchase! the strap with the deployant clasp is awesome, which is that? thanks!
hi - did you ever find out ? i have exactly the same question, many thanks in advance
Nice choice, suits you. Wear it in good health.
This one and the BB Pro are the two best Tudor watches imho.
Thank you Theo. Always had a soft spot for the Pelagos and this release was enough to throw me over the edge 😉🥃
@@ID-Guy i surely see that reason. Hope the whisky tasted well.
I was considering another Breitling…….now I’m considering this watch. The simple design. The color mixed with this review.
Enjoy, as I know you are and will. A wonderful piece. On my shortlist. I can see why you love it so much.
It's been an obsession since day one Graham. Hard to put into words... but wow... there are pieces out there that are made for us. And thank you! It's a watch I'd highly recommend (as you can probably tell) 😆
A brilliant review of a fantastic watch. Nice keeper tip too. Thanks ID !
And I hope you're getting so much enjoyment out of yours too brother. Thank you as always!! 🥃
Great video! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience! I’m so happy you enjoy the watch!
Wanted to confirm your theory. Bought the black pelagos 6 years ago to commemorate a work promotion. It was my first “proper” watch. Added a speedmaster, tudor gmt and a skydweller as well as few beater watches since… the Pelagos still gets 95% wrist time. I want to wear the others, but i just naturally gravitate towards the Pele. It traveled with me all over the world and never once failed me technically, practicaly, visually nor in any other way.
Love the Pelagos testimonial Matty 😉 Ah, it's so good knowing that there are watches like these that just keep trucking on (with very little fanfare relatively speaking) Thank you so much for the comment and for taking the time to watch the clip! 🥃
Wow, I really appreciate your thoroughness and honesty for acquiring this piece (major congrats, by the way 👍). Just as yourself, there's something about mil-spec watches that gets me buzzin' with excitement; form, function, purpose...I like tools that do what they're designed to do.
James Bond would be proud 😉. Cheers 🍺
Ah, it's so good Fresh and thank you! Sometimes there's a watch out there that manages to do the trick 😉 Really hope you're keeping well brother and have a phenomenal weekend!
Awesome video and watch 💙 I have got goosebumps when you did the bezel action 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
Thanks a million! Ah, it's hard to catch the bezel action properly but it has this buttery-ness to it too... Gotta love our Tudors 😉
Congrats! Love the FXD! Would you mind sharing how you got the deployment clasp onto the nato?? Ive seen it before but can’t find a video of how to do it. Thank you and enjoy your new watch!
Excellent 👍. For me it would not be competitive to my Pelagos LHD because having the crown on the wrong side 😉. But due to fxd lud a true tactical tool watch. The watch looks really excellent on your wrist!
Thank you Adalbert! Ah, It's one of those little milestones that makes all the difference. Thank you brother! 🥃
Tudors on nato straps are meant to be. Took my 36 off the bracelet and put it on a Tudor fabric strap and I don’t think I’ll be going back any time soon.
They look the business on straps, right? I love that they dress down so well too. Nothing quite like owning a great piece that doesn't draw attention to itself BUT looks so great on different materials 🥃
Thanks for this review. I couldn't agree more with all your points. I am a lucky owner of a MN 21 (my date of birth is 21), and I love it. Had it equipped with an elastic strap from Erika, it looks awesome. What is the military green nato you have? I'd like a similar one. Cheers!
Those Erika Originals straps are sublime and thank you Julien!! I picked up the Grey and Green straps from WatchGecko (it's a part of their Signature Nato series) Cannot recommend them enough! 🥃
You should name the watch Mike
Thanks for the strap hack!
My pleasure! It's going to make it wear tighter and safer (zero points of failure) 😉
Great video love your comments at the end the whole video is fantastic great watch great channel
For a coming Pelagos owner, this video is like Christmas!!
The green strap with a folding clasp, where did you get that?
Congratulations. Enjoy!
We’re all different, and for me, snowflake hands is enough to put me off.
Totally understand that! I'd only ever accept Snowflake hands paired with a Snowflake dial. It's like having a rear engined Porsche but it's FWD - just doesn't make sense 😉
Top watch !
Top channel !
Top review !
You're a Legend Divjan. Thank you as always brother! 🥃
Such a heartwarming review as I share the same passion for The FXD , it's a phenomenal timepiece, its the final Tudor watch I'm after for the collection. I can truly understand how one can bond to this watch as I did the second I tried on the exhibition piece at my AD , the piece stirred me on an emotional level as well. It's a keeper! Where it in good health IDGuy !
Ah Reuven, I'll be holding thumbs that you receive the call soon. It's truly a gem... never asking for attention, just built for a purpose (and manages to be great in the interim) 😉 Thank you brother 🥃
@@ID-Guy I still never got the call from my AD too but finally found an FXD locally this week , boy am I so pleased I jumped on it. Its beyond a dream wearing it now as I type this comment, A grail Tudor piece that will never leave my collection!
The strap with the strip seems different then the one I received. Was that the band that came with it?
That’s a purposeful beauty
Congratulations. But it's the least surprising reveal I can remember seeing. 🙂
It was an obvious choice, I know 😆 Everyone knows my tastes too well!
I had no idea the FXD was so unique. I still want the LHD, but the FXD is very cool indeed.
I need to try this on in person and see if it’s too big for me
⌚🖖⌚I think you'll find I'm right in stating November 22nd was Ian Fleming's fictional birthday for James Bond ⌚🖖⌚
A shame it’s grade 2 titanium, when Longines, for example, use grade 5 on, for example, their Titanium “Big Eye”. Am I nit picking? Probably 😁
It's a very good nit pick though! Great point. Especially when comparing it to GS and IWC's (countless other examples) 😉
@@ID-Guy for being grade 2 I’ve been wearing mine regularly for 8 months now and not a mark on it. 🤷♂
I missed out on a Pelagos which was om display in Watches of Switzerland in Heathrow T3. That was a few years ago when Duty Free was still available. Good video. Thanks for upload.
I got it in Jan from my AD, love it, the velcro has been a bit of an issue, could you show exactly how you used the keeper from another nato, how you fixed it?
"It's going to be a long one" he says
Expecting like at LEAST 45 mins one
Sub 20? Come on, I'm disappointed XDDDDDDD
Well, it was a 20 minuter before I edited away some of the fluff ;) I know what you mean though... it should've been an epic!
@@ID-Guy We demand MOAR FLUFF!!!!!
MOAR FLUFF FOR THE WIS PEOPLE!!!!!
Great video. Not a Pelagos (πέλαγος ;)) owner here (BB Pro instead) but still. Just a fan of tudor. Enjoy your dream watch with health!
Thanks a million Emmanuel (I hope you appreciate that I pronounce "Pelagos" okay - not Pelaaaaagoes 😉) Enjoy your gorgeous BBPro!! Amazing what the brand has been giving us over the last two years to say the least! 🔥
@@ID-Guy indeed. Tudor is doing things right the last 5 years or so. If only all ADs would be able to offer their Tudors in a timely manner (2-4 months), then we would have a really good and consistent customer experience. I visited 4 ADs for the pro 1-2 days after the announcement. One AD called me a month ago. Happy to have the "Tudor exprorer" but not that happy with this waiting list games.
As for the pronunciation of yours: spot on:)
Nice name for your watch: Pelagos fits to that model family.
Enjoy!☘👍
Brilliant video my friend. I can fully understand your love, your passion for this watch. So much so I will be selling a portion of my collection to get one.
I, like you have a passion for tool watches, especially dive watches. I can think of no finer addition to my collection than the FXD.
Thank you 😊
Ian thank you! Honestly, it's one of those go-to pieces with so much background that most don't even care about (making it even cooler) It's also made me appreciate that "less is more" approach too. Ah! Good look grabbing one and let me know how it goes!
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Thank you my friend. I'll let you know how the hunt goes. Looking forward to seeing your next review.
Take care and stay safe.
Ps I too loathe the madness driven text dials. Owning the LHD which is my number 1 along with the FUB which both have Love & War Text dials which should come with reader glasses as they have just about included every word imagined which I wish they would love away the guy who is in charge of slapping on words on dials. Lock him up & throw away the keys !
How many watches do you believe is the perfect amount? Maybe 6 or what number do you see yourself having personally?
Superb question LV! I think 6 is a perfect... That is basically my core rotation now that I come to think of it. 6 pieces (3 of Super High quality and 3 that are more easier to wear / beaters) Love it! 🥃
I have to say it, and the more I think about it, you should be a Royal Marines Officer 🥃
I'm still young enough to sign up... RMA Sandhurst? 😉 Really means a lot from you Mark. Wow. 🥃
@@ID-Guy I think it is now or never and you should do it. 🥃
Very nice. I have to try one on, if that's even possible. I too, have a 6.75 to 7 inch wrist, and wonder about the lug to lug. I have a feeling it won't be a problem, but you never know until you have it on wrist.
You'll be able to rock this with ease Shawn. I was skeptical but with straps it wears so neatly. Just the right amount of presence that it's not overbearing (and looking awkward) but also not small. Really makes for the ideal dive watch size for our wrist size 😉
I feel exactly the same about this watch, put my name down last December, eventually picked it up in June. Love the way it sits on the wrist and the Lume is insane 👍
It's amazing how a watch like this can have such an impact! Ah, we're a part of the secret club Anthony 😉
Proper bit of kit ….. Congratulations;)
Thank you as always Sir ⚓
cheers bud and congrats! wear in good health and Godspeed!
my favorite voice in the watch scene
It's the accent Pietro 😆 Thank you brother... I'm going to have to get into voiceover work!
Awesome Review. Stunning time piece. Never get rid of this one. Wear it in good health. Cheers from The Netherlands!
Thanks a million Albert! And roger that! This piece ain't going anywhere 😉
I guessed correctly - when you announced you'd bought a Tudor a few months ago) Great choice!
It's a beauty Grant and thank you! Can't believe it's been 5 months already 🥃
@@ID-Guy You've done that even got the t-shirt (as they say!) I'd love an FXD.
@@grantchallinor5263 yeah, kind of knew it too. It's The Design Tudor par excellence.
@@markikn3183 It is Mark - I totally agree with you. I like it for many of the reasons that would put most off buying an FXD.
The original Pelagos is such a great tool watch (maybe the best "quality" tool watch on the market) but I wish it had been given a fully graduated bezel.
I particularly like dive watches and I love the design and simplicity of the FXD, the dial symmetry, and its bezel.
I also like the fact its almost a modern mil-spec watch, yes there is a nod to Tudor's past, but it's not really a "heritage" model like a Black Bay - it's very much its own thing.
@@markikn3183 Blue Dial, Snowflake hands and plots... Ah, sometimes Brands just get it 🥃
Great video! I probably watched it 20 times and of course I’m deeply convinced I need to have this watch. Ironically I bought a perfect pre-owned Pelagos 42 half a year ago and I wore it and enjoyed it so much. But being a reseller I had to let it go. And I regret it. The watch was so nice. I think the only way to overcome my sorrow is to buy a MN. Maybe that’s the journey. It’s all about the journey.
I don’t know, I still would like a bracelet
You're not the only one! Something tells me these are the templates for the future Pelagos models (with bracelets) ;)
The ETA pelagos 25550tn is a wise the choice
I walked into my AD about a month back and the FXD was sitting in the case! Yep just sitting there! I put it on my wrist and walked around my AD for about 2 hours deciding whether I wanted to buy it or not, crazy I know! I fell in love with the entire watch and decided it had to come home with me, and I have no regrets since this watch is a great dive watch and I love the light weight. I love it so much that I keep buying different straps for it lol. Thank you for a great video!
Great review. It looks like such a 'get down to business' watch that can handle anything you throw at it, then use the fixed bars to pry open your beer once the task is completed. I have to ask, where'd you get that deployant clasp on the green nato? Amazing combo for this watch.
Enjoy.
May it last a lifetime.
A long one at that.
Thanks a million George 🥃
I enjoyed the video. One word about the tee shirt though, many years ago as a young serviceman a mate gave me a 3rd Raiding Squadron Royal Marines (Far East) tee shirt. I wore it one day doing PT and was pulled up by a senior NCO who demanded to know if I had ever served in 3RSRM, I hadn't. Suitably punished I always remembered the lesson, if you haven't served in a unit don't wear anything with an insignia that would imply that you have. They not supporters tee shirts, like showing support for a sports team, they carry a title someone else worked hard to earn. If you have not earned it then don't wear it. Just some advice from an old man
Still like it tho
Very nice video, i have the black pelagos with the in house movement and it get's by far the most wristtime. It's really something special!
Why there aren't 1m subscribers to this channel is beyond me. I'm an Architect/Designer (and a watch enthusiast). Everything you perceive is spot on. We look at things around us with the same lens. Well done and thank you. Please keep doing what you are doing. Everyone will catch on eventually catch up.
Congratulations. It is such a phenomenal piece. Before I got mine I had a long-term goal of a sub or sea dweller. I spent about a week with a sea dweller and realized that it was way too shiny/flashy. I think the FXD is just about as perfect as it gets for me and my own taste
Isn't it funny, I had the same feelings. Shiny ceramic, glossy dials... it goes against what makes a "professional" tool in the category (at least for its application in the water) but man... those SD43's pull at my heartstrings... Hope you have one helluva time with your FXD Jason, y'legend 🥃
@@ID-Guy the SD I spent some time with was the triple 6 with drilled lugs and what not... Even the older one seemed a bit shiny for my own taste.... I love that everything on the FXD feels very purposeful, nothing unnecessary. Congratulations again on the awesome piece!
A declaration of love every girl would dream of. A very interesting watch, but for that snowflake hour hand ;-(
Meanwhile, I'm surreptitiously glancing at the Bremont Waterman Apex via another browser tab ... Is that worth selling a kidney for?
I randomly purchesed sight unseen a Panerai 233 (for my 7" wrist!) and it has had a suffocating stranglehold on my collection for 2 years so much so that I stopped watching almost all watch channels. The 44mm PAM has changed the way I think about watch size. The only piece to see the light of day during the this Panerai reign has been my Helson Shark Diver 38 Titanium that I use for actual sporting activities.
A few weeks ago the thumbnail for this video caught my eye; Blue dial, white indices, lumed mat bezel, grey titanium case, similar to my Helson. After looking a little deeper I now have one on its way. I'm a big fan of not having a me-too time piece and I think I'm going to like this one.
Like your description about the watch! Almost feel like I'm wearing it. I could never afford one of these but I've been wanting to to make something very similar out of the seiko mod but I know it won't be the same 😵😭
What is it, $3900 or $4k? You'll get there, keep working hard and it'll be yours one day if you keep the dream alive💪💪
There is always a chance Michael. Must say, I'm not going to be pursuing an expensive piece for a while now (got a house to sort out) But there is always a way. You can also find quality pieces for half this price, a quarter of the price that are just as good 🥃
Brave choice but a wise choice well done
Congrats. I once owned the Pelagos LHD. It was the watch I could buy at retail & bought it on a whim. After owning & wearing it for a while I realised how well designed & functional it was. The perfect diver. A genuine tool watch. Loved the bracelet, the luminous bezel, snowflake hands with square markers & the titanium construction. Everything better than the Submariner. But then I always wanted a 40mm pre-ceramic Sea-Dweller, and so I sold it to buy the Rolex. Now after watching your video I want to get back into Tudor. The LHD had a unique number on the caseback. I miss my Pelagos. It had an early issue number in the 1000's. At least the warranty card has my name on it. Hopefully I'll find that watch in future. I'll buy it back.
Nice video makes me more interested in this piece than before so well done. If I may I would suggest you be careful about saying things like "let's be honest the majority don't care about its history, how beautifully designed it was considered and what it represents" because this sounds awfully elitist. I hope you don't seriously believe the majority of other FXD owners are so beneath you that they don't even care about the history, design etc of their watch. What I really enjoyed about this video and many of your others is how openly your share your personal watch journey. It was a shame you had to make this statement which comes across like you believe you are superior to others, as if you are the true authentic 'real FXD owner' a bit like a wine snob decrying others at the table who 'don't know what they are drinking'. Sorry to criticise I hope it is constructive and I'll say again thanks so much for an otherwise brilliant video
Congrats on your new daily banger boet!
Thanks a million bru! That South African Navy Tudor definitely didn't plant a seed, not even a little 😉
Great video! I am fortunate enough to own the MN21 version which was the only one my AD received last year. It’s been on the wrist a lot (found myself wearing it more than my 126710BLRO which I didn’t expect) and I am just looking at the watch all the time. Been living on the rubber strap this summer. Just a home run of a watch from Tudor. I plan on giving it to my son (born 2021) when he is old enough to appreciate watches.
This is an awesome watch, greatly summarized by your vid. Well done!
Great piece for sure. However, I would think about diversity in your collection. Maybe a Santos, JLC reverso, etc. would bring you a lot of joy for those “different” days
I agree Asura, something with a bit more oomph (the Santos would be so cool!) 🥃
Very nice piece. And interesting to hear how it wears, given the dimensions - that was my concern (with a wrist just under 7 inches).