Another point that I forgot to mention when discussing the movements, for the in-house caliber you are also getting a certified chronometer. I hope you guys enjoy the video! What are your thoughts on the Pelagos?
Appreciate the point. However, something bugs me. How come this comment was posted 17 hours ago whereas the video itself was posted just 40 minutes ago?
I purchased a pre-owned Pelagos a couple weeks ago and I’ve been loving it. Originally was aiming at the ETA version but I fell for the blue-dialed variant so that decision was made for me. I have a 6.5” wrist and find that it wears well overall but my only gripe is the length of the clasp. When adjusted for the looser positions I find that it doesn’t quite hug my wrist as well as I wish. But overall definitely a winner!
I’ve had the privilege of owning 3 black bays and a Pelagos. I subsequently sold the black bays and swapped the Pelagos for a LHD, these are amazing watches.
You are exactly right, Teddy! Historically, for decades Tudor has used eta movements to power their time and date watches. The eta powered Pelagos is a descendant of that heritage, and has the innovations that make the Pelagos really special as a cool diver. This version will always be special.
Im normally a Speedmaster guy but this Pelagos is one of the most beautiful watches I have ever seen, and a watch that will grow on you I think. Great review, the note on the balance with the date and 9 o’ clock dial was very cool. Thumps up 👍🏻
I just bought me a Tudor 58 (you wouldn't believe how lucky I was to stumble upon one at the store) and it is by far my absolute favorite piece! Love the size and everything else about it!
The 58 is great too. I just am not a fan of the color way Tudor chose for it. I hope to see Tudor offer an equivalent smaller case option for the pelagos and more colors for the 58 then we are talking winning all around!
It's a brilliant watch - one I own and always enjoying wearing (I love how on-point the design and aesthetic is - everything is so well thought out and in harmony. It's definitely under appreciated, but punches well above its weight.
Love this watch. I was actually thinking of buying this watch recently. Upon trying this watch on two, relatively minor, concerns stood out to me. 1. The case height - this thing is thick. Even me, a 6’5’’ guy with a large wrist, found it to be much more than I could handle. 2. The titanium is very light, but in making the watch feel light it loses that “high quality” feeling I have grown to love from, relatively heavier, tudors, rolexs and omegas made of steel. Even though this is that case, this watch is made primarily to function and that it does very well.
I have a Tudor Pelagos LHD and it has become my daily wear. The size doesn't bother me and it is such a comfortable watch to wear. The clasp is fantastic and i wear it in the float position at all time.
I just bought this watch and your video helped make my final decision. The slimmer case, the easy to service eta and the two lines of text make it more appealing than the new pelagos. Great content keep up the work!
I appreciate your comments Teddy, I am strongly considering the Pelagos over the Black Bay. I like the models that are less mainstream and this fits the bill. I like a 42MM vs a 41MM and I also like the rubber strap that comes with the Pelagos. I kinda like the more modern look also
I recently tried on both the BB and Pelagos and loved the Pelagos. Fits not too much larger than the BB (non-58) and has a way better bracelet. Looks the business. And in the lighter weight titanium, is way more comfy. Still, that vintage aesthetic of the BB just gives me the feels. The simplest solution: get BOTH!
I stumbled upon this video on my google feed - Really great review! I have a Tudor 5 line pelagos but to be honest I wish I went with the LHD, some of the details like the roulette date and the red pelagos text are just awesome. Subscribed!
Been loving my Pelagos 42mm, only had it a short while, but it's subtle and not as flashy as a Sub. Appreciate the fine nuances and attention to detail. Really happy with my purchase.
Love my 6 month old pelagos....for me the bracelet, clasp and new movement are a must....very few negatives about it! Overall possibly the best dive watch in its league.
Out of all watches this watch has the biggest difference real vs picture. In real this watch looks 20k. It's a bargain and looks so muscular, solid and captivating. I could not believe my eyes how this watch looks in real vs picture. My next 100%.
I own both the Black Bay in red and the Pelagos LHD and I have to agree...the Pelagos just doesn't get the credit it deserves. Its titanium construction and the self-adjusting clasp make it one of the most comfortable watches in my collection. Even at 42mm, it wears very well on my small wrist. It far outperforms the Rolex Submariner as a diver and the antiqued/cream indices and red accents of the LHD variation look so good! As an avid collector, the Pelagos is easily in my top 3 and its versatility earns it the most wrist time of any watch in my collection.
Good sir/or ma'am, if you are right handed and year you LHD on your left wrist, does the crown ever bug you digging into your forearm? I am right handed but like the LHD model most because I love the cream indices and red accents as well
I like the Pelagos. I think it’s one of the best dive watches on the market. I think it’s amazing that Tudor can build such a high level dive watch for the price point this watch is at. I’m thinking of adding the Pelagos to my collection.
I love Tudor, I actually own a Black Bay GMT and a Blue dial Pelagos with the in house movement. I was really excited when I saw this video as I am torn between the 2 and which is my favorite. I think like any loving parent would say, I Love them both the same. AWSOME VIDEO!!
Pelagos, for me the best watch ever. Pelagos is Pelagos, accept the size, and I hope Tudor understands that (don't make a fool of this perfect watch). It's not that big at all... I have a small wrist and it's just a piece of art, and it doesn't look big.
Nice review, and I agree with your main points. I tried this on a year ago and found it extremely comfortable, and due to the weight, it almost felt cheap. It was a strange feeling, but day to day would be super comfortable!
Great video! I own the Black Bay 41 and Pelagos w/ in-house movement and love them both. The BB41 for it's simple and elegant time-only design give it so much versatility, and the Pelagos for the daily wear sports watch. You forgot the mention the insane lume for the Pelagos - one of the features no other watch in my collection compares to. More from Tudor, please!
I think the Pelagos, esp the blue one, is the best photogenic watch hands down. With he matte color pallette and the sapphire that seems to not exist..... WOW 🤩🔥
I was lucky to visit the local Tudor dealer the day he received the Pelagos LHD, Nov 2016. I saw it and could not believe it. It was number 16 of the series. I had to have it and still use it every other day.
Go for it... I just have and it's a truly stunning time piece (both in terms of spec and proportions). Added to which, it's comfort is unparalleled. What I fell for most, however, is the masterful subtly of the marriage of tool-like performance and under the "look at me" aesthetics. Yes, it is an expensive indulgence, but you have to be a watch enthusiast to recognise it (unlike, say... Omega, TAG, Breitling) which suits me just fine. I'm a 7 and 3/4 inch wrist, so benefit from a 42mm looking and wearing more like a 40mm on an an average wrist... bonus! For a final bit of context; I have previously owned an Omega Plant Ocean and was disappointed from day one (ran +40 sec a day and was never able to be sorted and not that cumfy in everyday use). No such feelings with this, only my second premium watch purchase. Class combo of sports and elegance... enough said.
I own the Pelagos as my daily wearer. I just love that it’s the modern day sub. It’s priced right, so much quality, and not flashy. Classic good looks of a sub. The 42mm size is perfect. I’ve tried 40mm watches and they feel small (my wrist size 6.25”)
Nathan F It’s 2 millimeters difference, but I enjoy hyperbole to make a point. The sub at 40 mm just seems dainty and feminine, they should include a pair of earrings along with a purchase
I recently became a proud owner of a Black Bay (41mm) and absolutely love that watch. The thing is, I was eye-balling the Pelagos the entire time as well and the only thing that made me choose the BB was the 5-lines of text on the Pelagos dial. The one you featured on this video only had 2 and if that was the one at the AD i would've bought it instead. Beautiful watch. Great vid
Yes, going by your photo I can see you would need smaller. Hate to shock you but people come in all shapes and sizes, where even 42mm looks ridiculously small on some of them. Also, by saying watches shouldn't exceed 40mm case diameters does not make you sound intelligent like you think it does. It's sheep mentality.
I've owned the Blue Pelagos for a year, and I've since sold almost all my other watches. I wear the Speedmaster at work, and the Pelagos gets the rest of my wrist time. It just rocks. The concerns of some folks... case thickness, text dial, and titanium scratching... totally not valid arguments once its on your wrist and you live with it every day.
The Supermanning I’ve never understood all the comments on the titanium scratching. On mine the titanium is in great shape, the only part of the watch showing any significant wear is the stainless clasp.
One other thing I've noticed that may recommend the Peligos is that I think it offered in a left-handed orientation.(9 o'clock crown, reversed clasp) There aren't a lot of offerings for guys who prefer to wear theirs on their right hand. I think only Sinn and Tudor.
@User 2389 I don't care either way but why is it inferior? Easier to service, part of the original model release... generally more accurate. In fact, a lot of collectors are starting to think that the original release with the ETA will actually be the one that hold or goes up in value. Be careful thinking that automatic watches are so special considering that humans were making clocks that kept a few seconds a day 200 years ago. There's nothing really that special about any of these watches until you get up into around a $20,000 piece. Don't fool yourself that there's something special about a Submariner movement etc... and no I do not own this watch or any ETA movements.
This watch blew me away when it was released, it has a contemporary look that is hard to ignore. I love it, I just don’t get the appeal of the black bay and how it overtook the popularity of the Pelagos. My only qualm is that it is not particularly light. From the get go, the Pelagos seem to be THE Tudor watch, but it soon became overlooked, I just don’t understand why. I have a 7.5 inch wrist, it really suits me, one day I will get one. It’ll have to be used, as they do not hold their value, pity. A great review Teddy, thank you.
I love the Pelagos and have a black 2 line and Blue 4 line. I also have the BB GMT and a BB and a BB Heritage. I think the Pelagos is my favorite - the 2 and 4 lines are both great.
Great video. I’m also hoping Tudor releases more 39 mm watches as well. Why the hell are Tudor’s in-house movements tend to be so thick? The BB, GMT, etc. PS, need more Courtney in your vids.
Great Review. I recently purchased a Black Pelagos and its one of my favorites. One of my 3 favorites including my Omega 300smp and 2000 Polar Explorer 2
Great video. My blue Pelagos lives in my collection equally with much higher end watches and definitely holds it's own. I couldn't justify buying the Smurf and this really does it for me. I've owned many Black Bays and they don't really compare. Additionally, the text shape like a snowflake on the in-house version is a nice touch IMHO and my Sub has nearly as much text and you dont hear many people yammering on about that having too much text. Cheers
I have a new found love for this watch, at first I wasn’t a fan. But now the more I see it the more I love it. I’ve had a thing for the BB58 for awhile now, but the lack of a date aperture has been a deal breaker for me. I think the Pelagos with the ETA movement will be my next major watch purchase. Thanks for the great review! 👍🏼👍🏼
Ti LHD with cream colors instead of white is my favorite...even for a right handed guy. If it was avail in a say, 40 mm when I tried one one on I'd be wearing it now. Thickness with the in house is a point well taken too Keep up the great work Teddy, great channel thanks!
Thank you. Your review sealed my decision to get this and boy I friggin love it. Dont worry about the 42mm size. Its perfectly fine and awesoem for my 6,7 wrist.
My Pelagos LHD is the most comfortable EDC watch ever made! I’m righ handed too...Well done Tudor 👏🏼 I’d like to see more love for the pelagos too, I don’t really like the black bay (personally)....
I love the 58. But if the pelagos came in a 39m, and a few color options then watch out world! I do like the pelagos line and believe it deserves more praise
My blue Pelagos definitely gets a lot of good attention without it being too in your face. It's also versatile as hell and insanely comfortable because of its surprisingly lightweight and adjustable clasp.
Thanks Teddy, I have a pelagos LHD and love it. It feel lights and comfortable and is just something a little different, I also got the Tudor GMT at the same time which is very different and for different occasions. The pelagos is my everyday watch and the gmt for now and again as looks a little smarter. I wish more people would look at the pelagos as it’s fantastic.
Nice review. I just bought the blue variant Pelagos about a month ago. For the price point I think this is an amazing piece. To be honest, the BB didn’t even get a look in during my purchase decision making.
Amazing tool watch. I normally agree with smaller = better (39-40), but in this case, the proportions are perfect and certainly wears smaller on the wrist!
Almost bought a Pelagos earlier this year, but because I had a chance to get a great deal on a Tudor bronze, I went for the bronze instead. I’m used to a larger watch with my Panerai watches so I like the way it looks on my wrist and kind of looks like a vintage watch now some 6 months later.
I think you mean fixed rather than fixated when speaking about the clasp. You also didn't mention that titanium is hypoallergenic. Anyone who can afford the Pelagos with the in-house movement should certainly choose it over any other of the Tudor watches. I was impressed enough to buy one in blue as my everyday watch and I have been very pleased.
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve always preferred the look of the Pelagos over the Black Bay but, as you point out, some options in size and colour would be well received.
Has anyone had issues with the bezel clicking if you place downward pressure on its edge? Mine tends to click as if it doesn't sit flush. In other words, if you press on it at the 6 O'clock position it snaps in and pulls on the opposite 12 O'clock upwards. You then push down on the bezel at the 12 O'clock, which clicks in place, and the 6 O'clock raises.
Very nice review as always Ted! As an owner of both Rolex and Tudor I'm able to say that although my recent Pelagos with the in-house movement is indeed a bit bulkier than my Rolex Datejust 41 for an example the difference is significant yes but not a deal breaker. For anyone who's reading this don't get me wrong: I'm not, in the slightest into big cases BUT for the Pelagos I think this doesn't apply. NOW if we were talking about massive case sizes I had a Romain Jerome DNA Moondust (steel, rubber and carbon fiber in the case) with an exceptional blue dial) and I guarantee what I'm going to say to anyone: the case on that watch puts Panera to shame (whether it's been on size or thickness). Nevertheless exceptional review. Regards from Brazil.
Really like the Pelagos, looked at the Aquis and even the Christopher Ward Trident. Now that Aquis has improved their movement and the the price went up the Pelagos looks even more attractive.
I really hope that the popularity of the BB58 pushes Tudor to make a smaller sized version of the Pelagos. I love titanium for a watch, and if they made a 38-40mm diameter and 12-13mm thick version I would be all over it
I have owned many watches. Lower cost watches than the Pelagos. The most recent being an SKX007. I wanted a Rolex but I didnt feel the cost was a responsible thing in my position. I bought the ETA Pelagos and have never looked back. I’d still own a Deepsea but there is much less desire. I love everything about the Pelagos. Understated, Tough, Quality. Its the same qualities I expect out of myself. I dont drool over watches anymore. This one fits me and someday will belong to my son and hopefully his son.... Great great watch.
It’s quite simply one of the best tool / casual watches out there . Simple but everything is just executed to the highest standards. I think it’s very difficult to compare it to the bb. My pelagos and 58 sit proudly together and they are two absolute keepers .if required My Rolexes would be shipped out long before these two fantastic pieces.
I really love my 2nd generation Tudor Pelagos, would always add it to my watch collection and I've never quite understood the hype around the Black Bay line. The only improvement I'd suggest to the Pelagos, is to upgrade the material to grade 5 Titanium. With the current hardness of the Ti, the watch seems to get dings and scratches by simply looking at it 😉
It is Grade 5 from the beginning. All grades of titanium scratches more easy against stainless steels (check the Rockwell scale). The tool watch needs scratches, like real men need scars. The most important is the robustness, and the everyday wearability.I don't care about scars, they make my watches more mine from day-to-day.
It fits me perfectly. Also the blue version is just stunning gets more attention than a Rolex from people that don’t know much about watches. It certainly catches people’s eyes.
Enjoyed the review! Last summer I was looking to purchase another everyday watch and with the way things are at Rolex these days I found the Tudor Pelagos LH a unique option in titanium with the unusual Left hand wind, roulette date and dive features that are really appealing and readily available at a price that's hard to match. Personally, I don't care for the sliding clasp feature and my folding extension was all scratched up the first time I used it. Over all I love the watch and enjoy it on a Horus red digital camo rubber strap.
I want to pull the trigger on one of these but would like it to be slimmer. I am looking for a luxury watch to go swimming with when I’m on holiday. Any alternatives? Blancpain Fifty Fathoms?
Very good video. Agree on the comment on the bracelet and they would hit it out of the park with a 40mm. If I was King for a day every watch would have Panerai's spring-bar release design and this Rolex/Tudor adjustable bracelet function.
Another point that I forgot to mention when discussing the movements, for the in-house caliber you are also getting a certified chronometer. I hope you guys enjoy the video! What are your thoughts on the Pelagos?
Appreciate the point. However, something bugs me. How come this comment was posted 17 hours ago whereas the video itself was posted just 40 minutes ago?
Thoughts on pelagos... a hugely underrated watch for sure, although i agree that it can be smaller, like a 40mm for the 500m water resistance.
Excellent review, I'm torn between the red one and a BB 58 🤔
Love it,, if it was steel ,,, I would own it ,,, I wish one of their black bay dive watches had a date function
I purchased a pre-owned Pelagos a couple weeks ago and I’ve been loving it. Originally was aiming at the ETA version but I fell for the blue-dialed variant so that decision was made for me. I have a 6.5” wrist and find that it wears well overall but my only gripe is the length of the clasp. When adjusted for the looser positions I find that it doesn’t quite hug my wrist as well as I wish. But overall definitely a winner!
Just bought a blue one today, after hesitating and watching videos about it for 6 months.
I love it.
Most beautiful thing
I’ve had the privilege of owning 3 black bays and a Pelagos. I subsequently sold the black bays and swapped the Pelagos for a LHD, these are amazing watches.
I just love the Pelagos it’s such a complete package. Love it.
You are exactly right, Teddy! Historically, for decades Tudor has used eta movements to power their time and date watches. The eta powered Pelagos is a descendant of that heritage, and has the innovations that make the Pelagos really special as a cool diver. This version will always be special.
Im normally a Speedmaster guy but this Pelagos is one of the most beautiful watches I have ever seen, and a watch that will grow on you I think. Great review, the note on the balance with the date and 9 o’ clock dial was very cool. Thumps up 👍🏻
The Pelagos is a BEAST!! In unique full Titanium it is one of the most amazing dive watches iv'e seen. Just awesome. great review.
I just bought me a Tudor 58 (you wouldn't believe how lucky I was to stumble upon one at the store) and it is by far my absolute favorite piece! Love the size and everything else about it!
The 58 is great too. I just am not a fan of the color way Tudor chose for it. I hope to see Tudor offer an equivalent smaller case option for the pelagos and more colors for the 58 then we are talking winning all around!
@@TeddyBaldassarre in my humble opinion a 58 Harrods would be a killer!
@@nodieusa I just got a 58 too and I LOVE the colorway it's far different in person than it looks in press pictures and even on video.
BB58 is the best watch Tudor makes. A future classic no doubt, it's perfectly proportioned.
@Kwenz Landah Sounds like your wife is your hand.
It's a brilliant watch - one I own and always enjoying wearing (I love how on-point the design and aesthetic is - everything is so well thought out and in harmony. It's definitely under appreciated, but punches well above its weight.
Love this watch. I was actually thinking of buying this watch recently.
Upon trying this watch on two, relatively minor, concerns stood out to me.
1. The case height - this thing is thick. Even me, a 6’5’’ guy with a large wrist, found it to be much more than I could handle.
2. The titanium is very light, but in making the watch feel light it loses that “high quality” feeling I have grown to love from, relatively heavier, tudors, rolexs and omegas made of steel.
Even though this is that case, this watch is made primarily to function and that it does very well.
I have a Tudor Pelagos LHD and it has become my daily wear. The size doesn't bother me and it is such a comfortable watch to wear. The clasp is fantastic and i wear it in the float position at all time.
I just bought this watch and your video helped make my final decision. The slimmer case, the easy to service eta and the two lines of text make it more appealing than the new pelagos. Great content keep up the work!
I appreciate your comments Teddy, I am strongly considering the Pelagos over the Black Bay. I like the models that are less mainstream and this fits the bill. I like a 42MM vs a 41MM and I also like the rubber strap that comes with the Pelagos. I kinda like the more modern look also
I recently tried on both the BB and Pelagos and loved the Pelagos. Fits not too much larger than the BB (non-58) and has a way better bracelet. Looks the business. And in the lighter weight titanium, is way more comfy. Still, that vintage aesthetic of the BB just gives me the feels. The simplest solution: get BOTH!
I stumbled upon this video on my google feed - Really great review! I have a Tudor 5 line pelagos but to be honest I wish I went with the LHD, some of the details like the roulette date and the red pelagos text are just awesome.
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Been loving my Pelagos 42mm, only had it a short while, but it's subtle and not as flashy as a Sub. Appreciate the fine nuances and attention to detail. Really happy with my purchase.
I have one too. It's functional, not flashy, but very cool.
The Pelagos in blue is a watch that I will add to my collection soon, I love it! Nice video, keep the good work my friend!
Francisco Perez the blue is awesome, pictures really don’t do it justice.
The Pelagos LHD is my favorite piece in their line up. It has even more unique characteristics and nuances.
Just picked up one of these after months of hemming and hawing…ABSOLUTELY in love with it!
Love my 6 month old pelagos....for me the bracelet, clasp and new movement are a must....very few negatives about it! Overall possibly the best dive watch in its league.
I love the Tudor Pelagos and will be my next watch. I took a good look at my local dealer and wow! It looks even better in person.
Out of all watches this watch has the biggest difference real vs picture. In real this watch looks 20k. It's a bargain and looks so muscular, solid and captivating. I could not believe my eyes how this watch looks in real vs picture. My next 100%.
I own both the Black Bay in red and the Pelagos LHD and I have to agree...the Pelagos just doesn't get the credit it deserves. Its titanium construction and the self-adjusting clasp make it one of the most comfortable watches in my collection. Even at 42mm, it wears very well on my small wrist. It far outperforms the Rolex Submariner as a diver and the antiqued/cream indices and red accents of the LHD variation look so good! As an avid collector, the Pelagos is easily in my top 3 and its versatility earns it the most wrist time of any watch in my collection.
Love this, are you left handed by any chance?
Good sir/or ma'am, if you are right handed and year you LHD on your left wrist, does the crown ever bug you digging into your forearm? I am right handed but like the LHD model most because I love the cream indices and red accents as well
Love my Pelagos LHD❗️Probably due to its true utilitarian design, and comfort, it gets more wrist time than any of my Rolex watches.
Great video 👌
Awesome. How does the titanium hold up? Is it true that it is a scratch magnet?
I like the Pelagos. I think it’s one of the best dive watches on the market. I think it’s amazing that Tudor can build such a high level dive watch for the price point this watch is at. I’m thinking of adding the Pelagos to my collection.
I love Tudor, I actually own a Black Bay GMT and a Blue dial Pelagos with the in house movement. I was really excited when I saw this video as I am torn between the 2 and which is my favorite. I think like any loving parent would say, I Love them both the same. AWSOME VIDEO!!
Did you at least use the bathroom in your house or did you just crap all over the floor
@Kwenz Landah so you shit all over the floor. NICE
Pelagos, for me the best watch ever. Pelagos is Pelagos, accept the size, and I hope Tudor understands that (don't make a fool of this perfect watch). It's not that big at all... I have a small wrist and it's just a piece of art, and it doesn't look big.
It looks big on small wrists. Accept the fact.
@@ivanoschen He clearly owns the watch and disagrees with you.
I have a tudor pelagos 2019 model in blue i think this will be a future classic. Worth holding on too if you own one
Nice review, and I agree with your main points. I tried this on a year ago and found it extremely comfortable, and due to the weight, it almost felt cheap. It was a strange feeling, but day to day would be super comfortable!
Great video! I own the Black Bay 41 and Pelagos w/ in-house movement and love them both. The BB41 for it's simple and elegant time-only design give it so much versatility, and the Pelagos for the daily wear sports watch. You forgot the mention the insane lume for the Pelagos - one of the features no other watch in my collection compares to. More from Tudor, please!
I think the Pelagos, esp the blue one, is the best photogenic watch hands down. With he matte color pallette and the sapphire that seems to not exist..... WOW 🤩🔥
I was lucky to visit the local Tudor dealer the day he received the Pelagos LHD, Nov 2016. I saw it and could not believe it. It was number 16 of the series. I had to have it and still use it every other day.
The Pelagos LHD will one day be my first luxury watch.
Keep on saving money. One day at a time. Every dollar / euro counts. Good Luck
you won't regret it
I love my blue Pelagos. I have a Rolex Submariner and the Tudor gets more wrist time.
Go for it... I just have and it's a truly stunning time piece (both in terms of spec and proportions). Added to which, it's comfort is unparalleled. What I fell for most, however, is the masterful subtly of the marriage of tool-like performance and under the "look at me" aesthetics. Yes, it is an expensive indulgence, but you have to be a watch enthusiast to recognise it (unlike, say... Omega, TAG, Breitling) which suits me just fine. I'm a 7 and 3/4 inch wrist, so benefit from a 42mm looking and wearing more like a 40mm on an an average wrist... bonus! For a final bit of context; I have previously owned an Omega Plant Ocean and was disappointed from day one (ran +40 sec a day and was never able to be sorted and not that cumfy in everyday use). No such feelings with this, only my second premium watch purchase. Class combo of sports and elegance... enough said.
Hope you have it or are close to acquiring it!
I own the Pelagos as my daily wearer. I just love that it’s the modern day sub. It’s priced right, so much quality, and not flashy. Classic good looks of a sub. The 42mm size is perfect. I’ve tried 40mm watches and they feel small (my wrist size 6.25”)
That must look like a wall clock on your wrist. Don't be silly, its to big.
Nathan F It’s 2 millimeters difference, but I enjoy hyperbole to make a point. The sub at 40 mm just seems dainty and feminine, they should include a pair of earrings along with a purchase
@@scottc6946 Your the one with feminine wrist bro.
you’re…
Brilliant video, Teddy. Excellent points! You've really separated yourself from the masses of channels.
I recently became a proud owner of a Black Bay (41mm) and absolutely love that watch. The thing is, I was eye-balling the Pelagos the entire time as well and the only thing that made me choose the BB was the 5-lines of text on the Pelagos dial. The one you featured on this video only had 2 and if that was the one at the AD i would've bought it instead. Beautiful watch. Great vid
It would be a home run if they were a tad smaller or had a smaller variant!
Yes, I love my Pelagos LHD but would lie if I say I don’t want it to be 2mm thinner and case maybe 40mm
Yes, going by your photo I can see you would need smaller. Hate to shock you but people come in all shapes and sizes, where even 42mm looks ridiculously small on some of them. Also, by saying watches shouldn't exceed 40mm case diameters does not make you sound intelligent like you think it does. It's sheep mentality.
Sydney Rooster how is wanting a smaller watch sheep mentality some people just have smaller wrists and want their watch to fit well
Prince Nguyen Fits great on my 6.75 wrist. Looks big but the slighter titanium makes it NOT heavy.
@@sydneyrooster8427 hahah just say your fat.
I really, really like the Pelagos - always have. Understated and tooly. If Tudor released a smaller version, I'd be sold hook, line and sinker.
The best clasp system I’ve ever owned, watch wears super comfortable and it looks amazing
Great review👍 I also believe there is a bit of a difference with the date window treatment, and the loss of the lume at 3:00.
I've owned the Blue Pelagos for a year, and I've since sold almost all my other watches. I wear the Speedmaster at work, and the Pelagos gets the rest of my wrist time. It just rocks. The concerns of some folks... case thickness, text dial, and titanium scratching... totally not valid arguments once its on your wrist and you live with it every day.
The Supermanning I’ve never understood all the comments on the titanium scratching. On mine the titanium is in great shape, the only part of the watch showing any significant wear is the stainless clasp.
it was for me and I sold it but I' m giving serious thought to acquiring the ETA one due to the reduced thickness and minimal text on the dial
One other thing I've noticed that may recommend the Peligos is that I think it offered in a left-handed orientation.(9 o'clock crown, reversed clasp) There aren't a lot of offerings for guys who prefer to wear theirs on their right hand. I think only Sinn and Tudor.
I just wish the LHD was the same colour indices as the right hand. Kinda like the crisp white vs the custard
This eta version is the one for me. Love it!
@User 2389 I don't care either way but why is it inferior? Easier to service, part of the original model release... generally more accurate. In fact, a lot of collectors are starting to think that the original release with the ETA will actually be the one that hold or goes up in value. Be careful thinking that automatic watches are so special considering that humans were making clocks that kept a few seconds a day 200 years ago. There's nothing really that special about any of these watches until you get up into around a $20,000 piece. Don't fool yourself that there's something special about a Submariner movement etc... and no I do not own this watch or any ETA movements.
This watch blew me away when it was released, it has a contemporary look that is hard to ignore. I love it, I just don’t get the appeal of the black bay and how it overtook the popularity of the Pelagos. My only qualm is that it is not particularly light. From the get go, the Pelagos seem to be THE Tudor watch, but it soon became overlooked, I just don’t understand why. I have a 7.5 inch wrist, it really suits me, one day I will get one. It’ll have to be used, as they do not hold their value, pity. A great review Teddy, thank you.
Just got a LHD yesterday with a 10% discount :)
A black Pelagos and a black bay gmt seems like the perfect 2 watch collection. Definitely will be what I’m working towards anyway!
I love the Pelagos and have a black 2 line and Blue 4 line. I also have the BB GMT and a BB and a BB Heritage. I think the Pelagos is my favorite - the 2 and 4 lines are both great.
This remains my favorite diver. Thaks Teddy 😎
Beautiful watch, Tudor got it right for this timepiece 👍🏻
Great video. I’m also hoping Tudor releases more 39 mm watches as well.
Why the hell are Tudor’s in-house movements tend to be so thick? The BB, GMT, etc.
PS, need more Courtney in your vids.
Actually like this better than my Speedy for tool watch / weekend purposes. Switching now !!!
Great Review. I recently purchased a Black Pelagos and its one of my favorites. One of my 3 favorites including my Omega 300smp and 2000 Polar Explorer 2
I have the blue Pelagos and the Black Bay Dark. While I love them both, the Pelagos gets more wrist time. Keep up the good work Teddy.
Great video. My blue Pelagos lives in my collection equally with much higher end watches and definitely holds it's own. I couldn't justify buying the Smurf and this really does it for me. I've owned many Black Bays and they don't really compare. Additionally, the text shape like a snowflake on the in-house version is a nice touch IMHO and my Sub has nearly as much text and you dont hear many people yammering on about that having too much text. Cheers
this is the perfect watch imo, just love the toolish look and simple design. these will go up in value due to the thinner case!
I have a new found love for this watch, at first I wasn’t a fan. But now the more I see it the more I love it. I’ve had a thing for the BB58 for awhile now, but the lack of a date aperture has been a deal breaker for me. I think the Pelagos with the ETA movement will be my next major watch purchase. Thanks for the great review! 👍🏼👍🏼
Ti LHD with cream colors instead of white is my favorite...even for a right handed guy.
If it was avail in a say, 40 mm when I tried one one on I'd be wearing it now.
Thickness with the in house is a point well taken too
Keep up the great work Teddy, great channel thanks!
I've always liked the Pelagos over the BB. Fits my wrist better and I love the blue Pelagos since it came out.
Matt watches, classy. Matt cars... tasteless and bling. A fine watch and great detailed review, thank you
Your videos are getting better and better! Congrats my frind!
Great vid Teddy. The Tudor Pelagos in blue is my dream...here's to hitting the lottery.
Thank you. Your review sealed my decision to get this and boy I friggin love it.
Dont worry about the 42mm size. Its perfectly fine and awesoem for my 6,7 wrist.
My Pelagos LHD is the most comfortable EDC watch ever made! I’m righ handed too...Well done Tudor 👏🏼 I’d like to see more love for the pelagos too, I don’t really like the black bay (personally)....
I love the 58. But if the pelagos came in a 39m, and a few color options then watch out world! I do like the pelagos line and believe it deserves more praise
True that
another sheep who thinks he's a watch connoisseur by supporting a 39-40mm case diameter
@@sydneyrooster8427 i wasnt aware you knew what size my wrist were
@@sydneyrooster8427 lol dude can wear what ever size he wants.
My blue Pelagos definitely gets a lot of good attention without it being too in your face. It's also versatile as hell and insanely comfortable because of its surprisingly lightweight and adjustable clasp.
Thanks Teddy, I have a pelagos LHD and love it. It feel lights and comfortable and is just something a little different, I also got the Tudor GMT at the same time which is very different and for different occasions. The pelagos is my everyday watch and the gmt for now and again as looks a little smarter. I wish more people would look at the pelagos as it’s fantastic.
Cool video. I love my Tudor North Flag. IMO a totally underrated watch.
I own the LHD, and love it. Wonder what would happen if they released a "BLUE" LHD??????
Love this watch and am on the prowl for the eta version. Well done TB .
Did you manage to pick up an ETA Version?
@@A2Shea yep had it for 3 mos. and flipped it.
@@moofdoggmike why!? I just got one NOS from the AD and to me it's a keeper!
@@A2Shea got more than I paid for it, grew tired of the bulk of it on my wrist. Enjoy yours.
Really want to try this on before buying but wow the dial is seriously perfect to me
They are my favorite from Tudor. The blue dial is 🔥🔥🔥
Purchased a Pelagos black a couple of weeks ago. Hasn't come off the wrist. Search for the perfect watch has officially ended.
"weeks ago'... "Search for the perfect watch has officially ended"... lmfao
Thanks for the review Teddy, top notch content and editing
The video production is insane. well done
Thanks, my friend!!
Nice review. I just bought the blue variant Pelagos about a month ago. For the price point I think this is an amazing piece. To be honest, the BB didn’t even get a look in during my purchase decision making.
Just picked up the LHD version of the Pelagos. It’s a little chunky but the titanium makes it a treat to wear!
You are so right Teddy. The Pelagos is one hell of a watch.
Amazing tool watch. I normally agree with smaller = better (39-40), but in this case, the proportions are perfect and certainly wears smaller on the wrist!
Almost bought a Pelagos earlier this year, but because I had a chance to get a great deal on a Tudor bronze, I went for the bronze instead. I’m used to a larger watch with my Panerai watches so I like the way it looks on my wrist and kind of looks like a vintage watch now some 6 months later.
I think you mean fixed rather than fixated when speaking about the clasp. You also didn't mention that titanium is hypoallergenic. Anyone who can afford the Pelagos with the in-house movement should certainly choose it over any other of the Tudor watches. I was impressed enough to buy one in blue as my everyday watch and I have been very pleased.
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve always preferred the look of the Pelagos over the Black Bay but, as you point out, some options in size and colour would be well received.
I’m definitely leaning towards the Pelagos. Love the titanium and of course the self adjusting bracelet.
Has anyone had issues with the bezel clicking if you place downward pressure on its edge? Mine tends to click as if it doesn't sit flush. In other words, if you press on it at the 6 O'clock position it snaps in and pulls on the opposite 12 O'clock upwards. You then push down on the bezel at the 12 O'clock, which clicks in place, and the 6 O'clock raises.
Very nice review as always Ted! As an owner of both Rolex and Tudor I'm able to say that although my recent Pelagos with the in-house movement is indeed a bit bulkier than my Rolex Datejust 41 for an example the difference is significant yes but not a deal breaker.
For anyone who's reading this don't get me wrong: I'm not, in the slightest into big cases BUT for the Pelagos I think this doesn't apply. NOW if we were talking about massive case sizes I had a Romain Jerome DNA Moondust (steel, rubber and carbon fiber in the case) with an exceptional blue dial) and I guarantee what I'm going to say to anyone: the case on that watch puts Panera to shame (whether it's been on size or thickness).
Nevertheless exceptional review.
Regards from Brazil.
They need to revisit the palagos and add more colors and as you maybe hoping to make a smaller variant of it.
Really like the Pelagos, looked at the Aquis and even the Christopher Ward Trident. Now that Aquis has improved their movement and the the price went up the Pelagos looks even more attractive.
Just bought this watch, thanks for the in depth review, Teddy!
Love this watch. It’s a must have in the blue….. Wow! 😳
I really hope that the popularity of the BB58 pushes Tudor to make a smaller sized version of the Pelagos. I love titanium for a watch, and if they made a 38-40mm diameter and 12-13mm thick version I would be all over it
I am hoping for the same. That would be my next purchase if it comes.
I have owned many watches. Lower cost watches than the Pelagos. The most recent being an SKX007. I wanted a Rolex but I didnt feel the cost was a responsible thing in my position. I bought the ETA Pelagos and have never looked back. I’d still own a Deepsea but there is much less desire. I love everything about the Pelagos. Understated, Tough, Quality. Its the same qualities I expect out of myself. I dont drool over watches anymore. This one fits me and someday will belong to my son and hopefully his son.... Great great watch.
1:36 isn't the black painted part on the seconds hand supposed to line up with that of which on the minutes hand?
It’s quite simply one of the best tool / casual watches out there . Simple but everything is just executed to the highest standards. I think it’s very difficult to compare it to the bb. My pelagos and 58 sit proudly together and they are two absolute keepers .if required My Rolexes would be shipped out long before these two fantastic pieces.
The two line Pelagos will be the one to collect for investment for sure. In the meantime, I love my two line Pelagos
No mention of the LHD? Numbered, red text for PELEGOS, roulette date wheel and more off white markings. Looks great. If they had a 40mil I’d own it
Just sold the lhd last week damn i miss it! Great vid glad too see this
poor decision
I really love my 2nd generation Tudor Pelagos, would always add it to my watch collection and I've never quite understood the hype around the Black Bay line. The only improvement I'd suggest to the Pelagos, is to upgrade the material to grade 5 Titanium. With the current hardness of the Ti, the watch seems to get dings and scratches by simply looking at it 😉
It is Grade 5 from the beginning. All grades of titanium scratches more easy against stainless steels (check the Rockwell scale). The tool watch needs scratches, like real men need scars. The most important is the robustness, and the everyday wearability.I don't care about scars, they make my watches more mine from day-to-day.
It fits me perfectly. Also the blue version is just stunning gets more attention than a Rolex from people that don’t know much about watches. It certainly catches people’s eyes.
I love the watch and even more the LHD veriet of it ...currently saving up to purchase it.
Enjoyed the review! Last summer I was looking to purchase another everyday watch and with the way things are at Rolex these days I found the Tudor Pelagos LH a unique option in titanium with the unusual Left hand wind, roulette date and dive features that are really appealing and readily available at a price that's hard to match. Personally, I don't care for the sliding clasp feature and my folding extension was all scratched up the first time I used it. Over all I love the watch and enjoy it on a Horus red digital camo rubber strap.
I want to pull the trigger on one of these but would like it to be slimmer. I am looking for a luxury watch to go swimming with when I’m on holiday. Any alternatives? Blancpain Fifty Fathoms?
💯%Stunner my friend 👍👍I like the pelagos blue in my opinion specially if you leave by coast great looking piece.
Very good video. Agree on the comment on the bracelet and they would hit it out of the park with a 40mm. If I was King for a day every watch would have Panerai's spring-bar release design and this Rolex/Tudor adjustable bracelet function.