Tudor Pelagos Review: In-Depth Watch Review
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- Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
- The Tudor Pelagos is the brand's top of the line titanium dive watch that was built to withstand the rigors of the sea. But what if you aren’t a diver? I’m more of what you would call a “desk diver,” not a scuba diver. So, in this in-depth video review, I’ll look at all the little details of the Pelagos to see how it would work as an everyday tool watch.
The Tudor Pelagos has a retail price of $4,400 USD
For more information, visit www.tudorwatch.com
The black dial 42mm pelagos is by far the best-looking dive watch available. Thanks for the video 👍
I love where Tudor is going with the brand. They are moving away from the low cost conservative Rolex look and more towards a stand alone bolder design. The Tudor of today is different than the Tudor of yesteryear and that is great for many reasons.
Yes totally agree, they hit a new gold ore when they made the Black Bay series. That said they have relied too much on shooting Black Bay models out if you ask me. The Daytona clones are nice, not very original, I want to see them reinvent or create new exciting watches from their other lines too.
And to add to your correctness, they're keeping the price in the relative ballpark too, over the years, as I see this comment was from 2 years ago LOL 👍🏻👍🏻
Couldn’t agree more. Just a beautiful watch 👊🏼
@Lars Stougaard The Daytona being an El primero clone.
Wow man. I’ve been a watch RUclipsr for many many years and this has got to be the best review I’ve ever watched. Really perfect. Congrats!
Traded in my 1 month old BB heritage today for the Pelagos, absolutely delighted.
Did you take a hit on the BB or did you get back what you paid for it?
@@marcusskyfall they gave me full refund less £50.00 as it had a couple of light scratches and they needed to have it polished. which I thought was extremely fair.
@@Mmikeyboy1 very good. How are you doing with your pely?
I own this watch and love it. It is tough and accurate. It also has great understated looks that works for most occasions. It is my everyday watch.
Do you still wear your titanium tudor still or have you opted for a different watch?
@@williamstalvey6920 s
I still wear it.
@@williamstalvey6920 ... on a black nato.
@@stu8506 very cool Stu...love nato as well
This watch doesn't work with a suit or any elegant wear... Otherwise a great timepiece.
Watching in '21 and although the Pely is nearly a decade old, it's still a giant killer!
Tried one in store, the bezel movement really is the greatest. Came very close to purchasing one on credit. Had to drag myself out the store.
I just purchased a new Pelagos for a week. Very happy with it. Perfect daily watch
Any Update? Your still enjoying ?
Great review man. I have not been into the Rolex Sub line. For some reason they look just too blah. But this watch just screams, elegant, industrial, classy and functional all at once. Great power reserve, in house movement, ceramic bezel, COSC cert, helium escape valve, beautiful dial paying great homage to the Rolex Sub while with the step in the dial, hands, no addition of a cyclops, looking classy and unique in its own rights, titanium case and quick adjustment clasp on the bracelet, are many great features that would cost you a kidney if it was a Rolex. Bravo Tudor, they knocked it way out of the park. I am going to get one of these. Never liked the Subs, they always seemed to be missing something, and the Tudor covers all the missing elements that Rolex missed.
I have the Pelagos LHD and dive with it. I love the roulette date wheel! The watch is amazing!
I own a LHD and love it! My Rolex is now collecting dust. I can't wear it at work and I literally have separation anxiety when it's not on my wrist!😂 Cheers
@@rufus3898 I have a Blue one and it's the only watch I want to wear. I haven't worn my Rolex for weeks.
@@rickjason215 are you still loving it?
Best Tudor Pelagos review ever, thank you!
Lovely review for a criminally underrated watch. The black bay gets the spotlight, however it is the Pelagos which is truly an original model without anything homage about it. I have a 2-liner which I actually prefer due to a detail I never hear picked up in any reviews - the date window at 3 has a partial marker to make the face symmetrical which was taken out for the in-house model. There are so many little details which are fantastic, like how the hands are blacked out at the pinion so they appear floating and how it seems to be the only Tudor/Rolex model which doesn’t have the marker surrounds so it appears more like a 4-digit Rolex with puffy lume ala 5513. I also think snowflake hands should only be used with rectangular markers like on the pelagos. They do not work with round markers like the black bay. The 2-liner will certainly appreciate in value in time given the limited production run and the small but important differences. It will also be cheaper to service.
I always assumed that if and hopefully when I indulged myself in buying a luxury watch, it would be an Omega, possibly a Rolex. I could never justify such an outlay, but back in 2014 when I got engaged, I felt it was the perfect opportunity to warrant such a purchase. Well, the lady gets a nice, expensive diamond ring, why shouldn’t us guys get something too...?!
I went in rather blind believing Rolex were the best of the best with their phenomenal marketing and image. As most watch enthusiasts will know, in reality they are second or even third tier compared to the truly esteemed giants like Patek Phillipe, Lange & Söhne etc. That is not to denigrate Rolex, I’d effectively be denigrating my own watch and some by doing so and Rolex is an utterly phenomenal brand with such a wide range of incredibly beautiful watches that I defy anyone not to fall in love with one. The Rolex Daytona Platinum Ice Blue is my such watch and I have no shame in admitting that is out of my price range...!
Anyway, with a budget of up to around £5k I started looking and began with Omega in confidence. While many of the watches were/ are great, when it came to one that I wanted to own, wear and pay my hard cash for, nothing truly spoke to me. The Omega Seamaster garnered obvious interest, but just didn’t do it for me, despite Omega getting much critical acclaim about their wonderful Co-Axial movement.
A touch despondent, I then looked at Rolex, a little reluctantly as I was put off by the admittedly subjective “look at me” stigma it would bring, but supremely confident I would fall in love with one nonetheless. Yet the more I looked, the more I was just underwhelmed and much as I love the aforementioned Daytona, even if I had that kind of money, it is a bit flash for me. The submariner range came closest to getting a bite, but just as with Omega, nothing that remotely convinced me. They were a little small, flashy/ glossy and I didn’t like the amount of text on the face. And I hate cyclops!
Utterly despondent, I began browsing all ranges. A few Tag (I know...) watches looked nice, but ultimately meh, then when all hope was lost, something called a Tudor Pelagos leapt out of the screen. I’d never even heard of Tudor... a little research and I soon learned what we all know, in very crude terms Tudor is effectively made by Rolex at affordable prices, but in real terms that does a complete disservice to the rich heritage and individuality of Tudor in its own right.
I loved that it was largely Rolex quality, but without the albeit subjective stigma’s that come with a Rolex. I loved that it looked like a submariner, but without the glossy, flashy elements. I loved that clean face/ dial with minimal, plain text as opposed to the cluttered, confusing dial of Rolex. The matt finish of the bezel and face made it majestically understated and wonderfully legible. The lume was resplendent, the clasp with its micro adjustments ingenious. The rubber strap included (though given the bracelets ingenuousness I have worn that almost exclusively). The snowflake hands, which after some research is a nod to the historical Tudor submariners that were provided to the French navy in the 1960’s, sums up much of the wonderful contradictions of the Pelagos; a contemporary, modern watch, yet with classic, historical connotations. And I simply adored that it was brushed titanium rather than shiny steel, a big preference for me. Oh, and it didn’t have cyclops!!! It just flew under the radar which I loved and was a watch you wouldn’t be frightened to wear, a proper tool watch. If ever a watch was made for James Bomd, this was/ is it ;-)
After more research than is probably healthy ;-) I looked in to the movement which of course is a massive thing for watch enthusiasts, probably the biggest thing for most and of course the (original) Pelagos has an ETA 2824 movement (albeit a high quality one with Tudor enhancements) rather than an in-house movement. Now I understand my conclusions will be an anathema to those that believe a luxury watch simply must have an in-house movement, but given there was little real world benefit as the Pelagos comfortably runs within chronometer specifications and some, I regarded it unimportant. It would be easier and cheaper to service and though investment potential was and is irrelevant to me, hindsight, whilst still currently subjective of course, indicates the original ETA Pelagos will be more of a collectible that the in-house 5 liner Pelagos given the original 2 liner was only manufactured for 3 years. It is also the first titanium watch made by either Tudor or Rolex. There is precedent of ETA watches, even for Rolex (technically a Valjoux as they were purchased by ETA in 1966) being more collectible than in-house versions.
So as you can probably guess, I bought the Tudor Pelagos and am absolutely delighted with it. Over 5 years later it is losing 1.9 seconds a day (this changes in the summer to around the same but gaining). The 5 liner is a beautiful watch too, I love the blue version, yet as per my stated enthusiasm for understated, non-flashy watches, I admire it yet wouldn’t want it. And I certainly prefer the 2 liner to the 5 as to me the original Pelagos is noticeably different to any Rolex which was a great allure for me, the 5 liner and the lines, pardon the pun, become more blurred. The loss of the marker at 3 is another negative on the new version, but which ever version you have, the Pelagos is amazing.
I’ve never quite understood why the Pelagos doesn’t garner far more acclaim, even playing second fiddle to the Tudor Black Bay, albeit a fine, wonderful watch in its own right. Maybe one day it will be remembered as it deserves to be, but in the mean time I will enjoy wearing it and admire its understated majesty every single day.
I had a Pelagos. Loved it and fully agree with your comment. My only complaint was the size/thickness (I’m mostly wearing formal attire for work). However, if Tudor releases a 40mm,
as a pelagos owner, this was a true tribute to the watch and an amazing story that I’m sure most pelagos owners could relate to. keep enjoying your watch!
I love everything about the Pelagos, except that it is Ti! I want steel!!
But as much crap as the watch snobs give Rolex, they are truly great well made pieces. I am absolutely in love with the 39mm Explorer 1. What a masterpiece. Works with any strap or bracelet, any setting. Surf with it. Wear it to the beach, wear it camping. Wear it in the cockpit. Wear it to dinner or a formal affair.
I love the watch and don't mind the text on the dial at all.
RotarySyndrome Inagree, I actually like the five lines. I’m sure we’re in the minority tho
Tudor intentionally putting that 5 lines to add extra exclusivity to make the watch stands out. Clever.
The watch text make it look like the shape of the snowflake hand on the dial (I think)
many consider this to be one of the best modern dive watches and I can see why. Tudor have a military heritage with their dive watches and this is the highest specification dive watch that they make, for significantly less than many of their competitors.
Got mine recently and I can’t be any happier with it. The LHD replicates a vintage model launched in 1969 (Oyster Prince Submariner 7016), the red accents and the beige luminescent make this watch unique. The ceramic matt black disc and titanium combination make this the perfect beater watch. The case number is ~18k. The only thing I don’t like, is the massive clasp. The outer part of the sharp clasp could make it dangerous when on the wrist. The movement has been consistent with -2 seconds per day.
Don’t think about it too much, you will love this time piece or piece of jewelry…what ever you are into.
I own this exact watch and love it. It works very well for my active lifestyle. This watch hasn't left my wrist.
I never intrested to tudor watches but this model changed my opinion actually became my grail watch specially inhouse movement and fantastic lume are greatest features of this watch....hope could purchase one in future....
I have the blue. I love this watch. It does everything well.
Great review ! I own a blue Pelagos . Different opinion I like all the text on the dial . I was going to buy a Rolex Sub but liked the look of the Pelagos better and the new manufacture movement . I am a certified scuba diver and its very legible in the water . BTW I traded a Panerai 005 which I purchased new from my local authorized dealer. I was very disappointed in the Panerai it needed service under warranty 3x in 2 years of ownership - within a month the crown would not wind the watch . After service it started to run 20 minutes fast a day - back to Panerai in Texas it was returned running 30 minutes fast a day ( this was with the basic ETA movement which I assumed would be as reliable as a VW beetle) . I was done with Panerai and traded for the Tudor 1 year ago its run perfectly just like my 1984 Rolex Datejust ( orig owner)
The Pelagos is certainly tougher than the Submariner which makes it better for your diving endeavours.
I work at a restaurant and one of the regulars owns a jewelry store. He recently got this watch and was letting me wear it while I worked. It was an amazing watch the bezel is excellent and the watch is so light being in titanium. I definitely wish I could afford one for myself.
That strap is for diving purposes. That is why it flexes, I love it.
Watching in 2023 and appreciate the in depth review of this beaty. Waiting for mine to be ready at the AD asap.
I haven’t seen a watch this good looking in a long time. This watch actually looks better in real life.
frisco your not Wong
The spring loaded clasp is to wear over a neoprene dive suit. The idea is you keep it a bit tight as you start the dive, so the spring is a bit extended, because your neoprene sleeve will contract as the pressure builds, and the spring can also contract and keep the watch snug.
Nice review. Personally, I don't mind the writing on the dial at all. For me, the purpose of a dive/tool watch like this is to be able to SEE it when diving. The dial is very readable and the snow flake hands are extremely easy to see. I find this watch to be a perfect example of a dive/tool watch and I can't wait to own one. I keep trying but can't find anything wrong with the watch, but I cant. My struggle is whether to get the blue of black. LOL..
I love my Tudor Pelagos with the MT5612 in house movement. The watch is fairly thick, but it‘s less thick than most comparable Omega divers. It‘s currently one of the most accurate watches in my collection running at -1/+2 seconds per day. The lume is fantastic and it‘s so comfortable to wear. Negatives: It scratches quite easily...
Leif Dehio agree 100% i loved my pelly, but i switched it out because i didnt like how easy it scratched. But now i miss it.
Leif Dehio help I can’t decide , Black or Blue. Black is classy and understated and can be worn anywhere , the blue is a bright and flashy but couldn’t be worn with a shirt in a restaurant or anywhere formal
Gixer750pilot Good question - I chose the black one because the blue was a bit too flashy for me. On the other hand, the blue is very unique, so it‘s probably up to personal taste. I’d go to a dealer and compare both in the flesh...Good luck 👍
Leif Dehio yes I’ve been and held both , the blue is far brighter than any video on RUclips and the blue really does look matt . Long term I think the black is the way to go . I’m in my 40’s now . If I were in my 20’s the blue would be the one . But I like the classier black. Thanks for your reply 🍻
Gixer750pilot You‘ll love the black for sure - it‘s very versatile. You may also look at the Pelagos LHD, which adds a bit of color to the watch.
It looks to me like the crown guards resemble the Tudor shield emblem. Not sure if they are after that but it sure has a similar shape! Beautiful watch!
wow, well spotted! i never even noticed that before. that's a nice detail, indeed.
the watch is so beautiful in real life because of the titanium colour and the understated looks. it is not too high the weight is perfect and when you get old enough to be able to purchase one with your own money you can no longer see the many lines of text.
I love my Pelagos with the snow flake shaped text. Nice touch! Bezel, clasp, comfort and in-house movement are the best!
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Thanks for the elegant review. I visited the Rolex and Tudor store in my city and actually admired a cheaper Tudor which is date -day. Only $ 2.2 K.
omar al masri it’s called coin edge...
You just showed me the way to go. I was after a submariner but now it's this one that I want. Thanks for the review.
The crown guards are asymetrical with the slightly longer shallower slope offers more protection to the upper part of the crown closer to the crystal. It also prevents the guard points from digging into the skin on your wrist/back of hand when your hand is bent back towards the watch like when you are pushing something away from you. I might be wrong, but thats how I see it.
Late to this party but just want to say that both Breitling and Omega have almost the same amount of text on their dials but they split it up spread it around. Dive watches are like muscle cars, they like a lot of Badging telling you their H/P and engine size etc. As he said it is what it is. I'm listening to this review today before I go to my AD to try a Blue version of this on. I just may buy it today
With the movement accuracy it regulates at -2 / +4 and that’s from Tudor
I love the engineering on the clasp. Almost like a combination of the Rolex glidelock and the stretchiness of a parachute watch strap.
Awesome video sir, but a little mad at you. A long time Tudor enthusiast with a few in my collection. The eta movements have never been a problem either reliability or servicing. Took your advise went to a TUDOR AD.
Put it on My wrist absolutely fell in love with it for all the reasons you mentioned. Was ready to pull the trigger
On this bad boy. (My wife would have had a fit ) but really you only live once. And with my grandson egging me on lol. The AD who is a friend said wait a minute. Came back with another Pelogas. 2016 ETA..at $2600 looked
Spotless.. no difference in feel or fit. I put in on with one hand pulled the trigger with the other. Told my grandson
This will be yours .I hope you don’t mind the lengthy comment. Their are some who are jumping ship to the MFG movement. And it’s awesome no doubt. But the collectibility of the ETA IS Not here yet. I’ve had my bad boy for a
Month and can tell you it’s absolutely the bomb as far as tool watches..My suggestion if you want to save money and still get in my opinion the best diver tool watch look preowned for the Pelagos ETA now more available at a great price.
The 5 lines make a snowflake shape. I recently bought a two liner and love it. Great review
Omg, you are right!
16:33 If this was a Rolex Deep Sea nobody would complain about the lines of text. Rolex fanboys would actually praise Rolex for making the watch so special.
True divers don’t give a fuck about scratches. The more worn out it looks the better. It a tool for us.
Best review I have seen for this watch. Thank you for making it.
I have two Tudors but I need this one. The perfect tool watch.
The adjustment on the strap is for saturation divers like my self that works deep on the bottom of the ocean breathing healiox which is the reason for the helium escape valve, wear hot water suits are thick, this is where the strap adjustment comes in, this seams like a completely relevemt sat divers watch, I am buying asap 👍🏻
best tool watch under 3.5k imo. Lume , bezel , finishing , dial , bracelet , movement , etc. Only downsides are the thickness and tactile feedback when screwing the crown back in . Almost perfect watch 9.5/10 A no date sub is better , but not at 2x the cost .
Avery Huejwang the sub is too small
Just got this now in 2021. Amazing value and Amazing watch
Very comprehensive review of a watch! I love the attention to detail and the delivery tempo of content. Lots of other watch reviews feel too quick and shallow in content to sell a watch.
Agree. The definitive review of this watch. Likely pushed me into purchasing it if I'm honest.
great review. I have the 2-liner version which offers an even cleaner dial. it's an awesome watch. nothing quite like it. it's well worth the price
i love this watch (blue version)
Mine's blue. Spectacular watch. You forgot to mention the metal dive suit extension clip on the clasp I think.
Your only complaint easily solved by 1st Gen :) Absolutely love my 1st Gen!!!!
Nobody wants a shitty ETA movement tho, if you can have top of the line in-house caliber for a few hundred bucks more.
Love my Pelagos, my first high end watch. Bought a timegrapher and its beat error is at .4 dial up position, with +/- 2 sec/day accuracy.
toetz yep it’s dam good
Good review. The clasp also has a driver extension.
Simply the best looking , understated diver on the market , perfect size 42, satin finish, square markers, no faux patina, only thing Id change is the date window, remove it., pick it over a modern sub in a heartbeat. Tudor as respectable as rolex, with out the parinoia that comes w/ a ROLEX crown $8000 watch on your wrist, getting jacked is far less likely with the TUDOR.
those 5 lines of text make the watch look more professional, compare to previous ETA version (same situation happened in Black Bay), just like Rolex Sub with 4 lines of text
This watch, the Black Bay with the Blue Bezel, and a Speedmaster Professional are all on my list.
Most people don't realise the 5 lines of text are intentionally designed to take the shape of the snowflake hour hand, from a viewing distance. Look again.
Are they really?
@@vizuz Yes. Can you see the outline of the text depicting the snowflake hand? It's well designed actually.
Holy now that you’ve mentioned it! You are right! Now I don’t mind the text at all! For me it was bothering me if you only look at the text, but further away with the snowflake hand it just blends!
You’re right ...I see that now
Even if it's a wonderful coincidence, you have a great eye, James.
I have one of these (1st generation) and think it's a far better watch to my GMT Master II, for all the reasons in this video.
One of the best watch videos I have seen in a while, cheers!!!
*I love my Pelegos, however, I wish that Tudor used hardened titanium for the build. The watch scratches far too easily, like a bar of milk chocolate.*
exactly scratch way to easy grade 2 scratches if they made like grade 5
I'd love a stainless steel option with everything else the same.
@@bnick25352535 I read they did use hardened titanium
I went for the 2 line version as the 5 line was like wearing a kindle on my wrist. But what an amazing watch my first Tudor but definitely not the last.
In depth review. I was looking at one at the AD today. I think I'll pick it up tomorrow after watching this. Tudor owes you a commission. Note, your lume music was slightly creepy...nice choice.
Best review yet ! Well done
I call that an awesome deal! I would get the blue dial.😍
Great Review! You hit all the points perfectly. Well done and great eye for the salient features.
Great review which superbly covers all the details .i want one
Love mine, I have a black LHD one, looking at a blue one at the moment too.....
Great video! For me the pelagos ist the better sub and it us half the price. it cant be any better
Great review, bezel edge finish is commonly known as coin edge.
I’m eyeing this in the LHD configuration
Timber Tramp left is best
I get my blue dial at the weekend
Great review. My two liner is running 2 seconds fast a day. As already mentioned it is a bit of a scratch magnet, but its a total tool watch so who cares!
Thank you for your review. Lots of good details and information. The watch looks like a winner!
love this watch .. its the best watch in my collection ..
This watch is a very good package. Thanks for the review.
Really like the look of this Tudor. Definitely need to try one on. The flex on the bracelet could be a game changer for me. Im always busting spring bars.
Great review! Thank you. I concur. The only thing I'd change would be the silly amount of text on the front. So odd for such a highly designed piece. Such a shame. Hopefully this will correct course on future updates.
This is my new favourite in the list of if only it was 40mm!
I am hoping for a 2019 update with a new movement. Reduced thickness and less text = perfect watch.
... How's that working out for ya?
Really great review, thank you. Tudor did it right with the Pelagos; that's for sure.
I wish they would offer the Pelagos in GMT
A matter of Time. ;-)
6:15 WatchPorn. Also check out the Rook inside the shield on the inside when the bracelet is closed.
Best review watch, thanks to share information about watches
coolest dive watch you can buy. I prefer the original ETA model due to the extreme thickness of the in-house one
Jacob Palmer it’s .5 of a mm thicker?
I love the luminous bezel as it truly makes it useful under all lighting conditions. I wish the GMT did the same....oh well....The excess verbiage could have been toned down considerably as you say. PELAGOS, CHRONOMETER, & depth rating. That's all the marketing it needs at 6 o'clock and balances the logo etc. at the 12 o'clock side. But....I'm SURE designers, Marketeers and management argued about this and this was the odd compromise? Or maybe just some idiot's mandate. Everything else is near perfect except that. What a weird screw up. Near perfect video too. Well done!. Thank You!
Best review of the Pelagos so far. Congratulations 👏 👏 👏. Have you reviewed the LHD as well?
Great video and production touches. I own the watch and agree with all your points. It is a bit thick but oh, that lume and clasp are great. My daily driver.
Its clear that whoever designed this watch has thought about the design and wear comfort very well, this is no bullshit display cabinet piece, it is a proper workhorse.
Great time piece (not to mention a great design of a bracelet and especially its clasp) and a very thorough review! Thanks.
Great review! I have the blue model. Yeah, I’m not happy with all the text at the 6. Only thing I would change other than that is the back, too simple. But overall, great timepiece!
The first generation is the one to go, because is THINNER, the eta movement, the dial and historically is the first time that Rolex used titanium.
Great run through, thank you
What a great review, I love this watch....one day, one day......
Thank you. Nice report. It wiuld be interesting to see and hear your comparison with the blue option.
The best review I’ve seen 👍
Beautiful watch , would you recommend the black dial over the blue? What are your thoughts. Thank you for this very detailed review
Great review! Set my sights on this since a year ago... let's see if i can afford it within the next 12 months...
Unfortunately Tudor's greatest attributes are simply some other watch's great achievements. Also true for the Chronograph- a legal copy of Breitling Navitimer's B01 movement - that's the highest form of flattery.
this is the only tudor or rolex watch that I like.
I like it ! Tudor is always special and priced fair
excelerater your not wrong
This is the best review of this watch on RUclips at the moment,.. Thanks...
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Love the black dial pelagos. The blue one is a bit cartoonish but it is growing on me
fernando adam hainim I wish they would darken the blue to something closer to the SeaMaster 300. It would look more mature
Kevin I agree. Without that I'd go for the black.