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No SUBctitute · 19 August 2018, 03:08 AM

I've had my eye on the blue dial Pelagos for a long time. I have the chance to pick up a new one for a song.

What I'm wondering is how it will age. I have worn my Sub daily for 5 years and it looks great! On the other hand, I saw the below Pelagos for sale and its case (and bracelet, to some extent) look much more worn than my Sub. Is this typical for the titanium Pelagos. Will it start aging faster than the steel Sub?

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...hlight=pelagos

Spoonage · 19 August 2018, 03:33 AM

It’s really in how you use it... It doesn’t matter the material. You can damage a ceramic case as well. Looks to me that the owner used it as intended... A tool watch that can do anything. I have 2 titanium watches (one I’ve owned since 2007 if I remember correctly) that I’ve worn while in the military and it’s in better shape than my 3 year old SubC for reference. It’s all in how you use it.

Etschell · 19 August 2018, 04:16 AM

picks up some patina but the titanium is more scratch resistant than ss. the clasp is ss btw. here is mine. it will not age faster than a subc. i own both.

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tudorbaja27 · 19 August 2018, 04:42 AM

With time

Easy E · 19 August 2018, 06:14 AM

Totally depends on how and when you wear it. It's a fantastic watch. Get it, you won't be disappointed.

E-

sutats · 19 August 2018, 07:19 AM

The titanium case of the Pelagos is not as wear resistant to knocks and scratches. There was a discussion on here about tool or spring bar damage on the lugs from what should be harmless bracelet removal and strap changes, it was not pretty. It is also apparent in the pics of the ad you posted.

MickCollins1916 · 19 August 2018, 08:24 AM

Not a daily for me, but two-plus years of wear and still looking pretty good.

Tools · 19 August 2018, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

. . .What I'm wondering is how it will age. I have worn my Sub daily for 5 years and it looks great! . . .

Typically, every 24 hours it will age one day.

watchwatcher · 19 August 2018, 10:22 AM

From my ownership of the Pelagos model, I would have to say Eliot's and Bill's pics are more indicative of the titanium aging than the watch shown in the link.

IMO, the marks that watch picked up would look the same as if they happened to a sub, or any other watch, for that matter.

Some people wear their watches hard. No judgement here, it's just a fact of life. If you want the watch, don't let the fear of how the titanium will age ruin it for you.

No SUBctitute · 19 August 2018, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Typically, every 24 hours it will age one day.

LOLOL

No SUBctitute · 19 August 2018, 12:44 PM

Thanks so much to those who posted pics and their experiences with the Pelagos. I won't make the decision to buy or not buy based on the metal. Thank you! What tool do I need to buy to switch out the bracelets, or does it come with a tool?

roosvelt · 19 August 2018, 08:24 PM

Ti will scratch more/easier than ss.

Jace · 19 August 2018, 09:56 PM

I’m going to try to give a useful answer here. I have had several titanium watches currently have two: and IWC aqua timer and the Pelagos LHD.

The IWC has a blast finish and as such doesn’t really show much. The Tudor has a brush finish. Titanium oxidizes pretty quickly and shows swirly’s and light scratches more readily than some other metals. This is not because the scratches are deeper, in fact titanium is next to impossible to damage. It’s simply because titanium changes color.

I refinish my watches myself occasionally. There are Jewelers polishing stones that can touch these little swirly’s up in eight seconds flat. Just remember to sweep evenly in a single direction and your watch will look as good as new.

I wear mine pretty regularly and really for the purpose of being a beater. The occasional touch up and it looks amazing.

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nigelUK · 19 August 2018, 10:49 PM

I've had several Panerai Ti watches and I loved the material. Not sure if it's the same material as used in the Pelagos.

I found small scratches were picked up easier than say SS, but Ti was so easy to brush out scratches. Infact I totally refurbished them occasionally and they looked almost new. I think I used a product called 'Garryflex' ... from memory

I am definitely a fan of Ti metal on watches. Love the muted colour and how they age.

fskywalker · 21 August 2018, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Typically, every 24 hours it will age one day.

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PharmD2B · 9 September 2018, 11:34 PM

Anyone have their pelagos refinished during a regular service? I’ve yet to see any before or after pictures to see what Rolex/Tudor are capable of repairing

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PharmD2B · 12 September 2018, 08:38 AM

This is the blemish that concerns me the most. A simple service should fix this, no?

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dnslater · 12 September 2018, 10:23 AM

Tudor uses commercially pure titanium which is a bit softer than 316l Stainless, but not as soft as some would lead you to believe. The surface of Titanium oxidizes quickly, so when scratched,the mark gleams next to dull oxidized titanium. The scratches quickly fade however when the oxidize to match the rest of the watch. Scratches show up initially, but over time I find that Ti shows scratches less than Stainless. I wore a Pelagos every day for s year and it looked pretty good. With the matte bezel, I’ll bet they will age nicely over the years.

PharmD2B · 12 September 2018, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by dnslater

Tudor uses commercially pure titanium which is a bit softer than 316l Stainless, but not as soft as some would lead you to believe. The surface of Titanium oxidizes quickly, so when scratched,the mark gleams next to dull oxidized titanium. The scratches quickly fade however when the oxidize to match the rest of the watch. Scratches show up initially, but over time I find that Ti shows scratches less than Stainless. I wore a Pelagos every day for s year and it looked pretty good. With the matte bezel, I’ll bet they will age nicely over the years.

Thanks for the feedback. I saw some posts about refinishing the bracelet but nothing on how the actual watch case refinishes. I may contact LAWW with a few pictures to see what they can do/what it would cost.

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Kgoosej · 18 October 2018, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

Thanks so much to those who posted pics and their experiences with the Pelagos. I won't make the decision to buy or not buy based on the metal. Thank you! What tool do I need to buy to switch out the bracelets, or does it come with a tool?

Bergeon 7825. Worth every penny.

EddieA1 · 20 September 2020, 11:24 PM

Here’s a great video that shows signs of use after extensive wear:

https://youtu.be/eibi0epivk8

Flstfirider · 21 September 2020, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by roosvelt

Ti will scratch more/easier than ss.

I have found the opposite. My Pelagos does not get anymore scratches than any of my SS Rolex. Further, with the brushed Ti surfaces on the Pelagos, the scratches tend to be less noticeable.

fmc000 · 21 September 2020, 03:56 AM

On my Pelagos the only part that shows signs of wear is the clasp, which is made of stainless steel. Case and bracelet are almost perfect.

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Dan Pierce · 21 September 2020, 04:53 AM

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Originally Posted by fmc000

On my Pelagos the only part that shows signs of wear is the clasp, which is made of stainless steel. Case and bracelet are almost perfect.

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Same experience as mine.

dP

19 August 2018, 03:08 AM	#1
No SUBctitute "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: USA Posts: 2,807	How Does the Titanium Pelagos Age I've had my eye on the blue dial Pelagos for a long time. I have the chance to pick up a new one for a song. What I'm wondering is how it will age. I have worn my Sub daily for 5 years and it looks great! On the other hand, I saw the below Pelagos for sale and its case (and bracelet, to some extent) look much more worn than my Sub. Is this typical for the titanium Pelagos. Will it start aging faster than the steel Sub? https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...hlight=pelagos

19 August 2018, 04:16 AM	#3
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	picks up some patina but the titanium is more scratch resistant than ss. the clasp is ss btw. here is mine. it will not age faster than a subc. i own both. 20170902_102703-1024x1169.jpg __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

19 August 2018, 04:42 AM	#4
tudorbaja27 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Tudor & Cartier Posts: 2,499	With time __________________ "Chi ha paura muore ogni giorno, chi non ha paura muore una volta sola" - Paolo Borsellino

19 August 2018, 07:19 AM	#6
sutats "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: London Posts: 1,225	The titanium case of the Pelagos is not as wear resistant to knocks and scratches. There was a discussion on here about tool or spring bar damage on the lugs from what should be harmless bracelet removal and strap changes, it was not pretty. It is also apparent in the pics of the ad you posted. __________________ There's no such thing as a Submariner No Date, it's simply Submariner. You don't call a Porsche 911 Turbo, a Porsche 911 Turbo No S. www.instagram.com/sutatshorology Post Your Rolex/Tudor Watch Weight (PYRTWW)

19 August 2018, 03:33 AM	#2
Spoonage 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: California Posts: 3,128	It’s really in how you use it... It doesn’t matter the material. You can damage a ceramic case as well. Looks to me that the owner used it as intended... A tool watch that can do anything. I have 2 titanium watches (one I’ve owned since 2007 if I remember correctly) that I’ve worn while in the military and it’s in better shape than my 3 year old SubC for reference. It’s all in how you use it.

19 August 2018, 06:14 AM	#5
Easy E 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: GA Posts: 5,012	Totally depends on how and when you wear it. It's a fantastic watch. Get it, you won't be disappointed. E-

19 August 2018, 08:24 AM	#7
MickCollins1916 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Bill Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: 116600 SD4K Posts: 3,270	Not a daily for me, but two-plus years of wear and still looking pretty good.

19 August 2018, 10:22 AM	#9
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,959	From my ownership of the Pelagos model, I would have to say Eliot's and Bill's pics are more indicative of the titanium aging than the watch shown in the link. IMO, the marks that watch picked up would look the same as if they happened to a sub, or any other watch, for that matter. Some people wear their watches hard. No judgement here, it's just a fact of life. If you want the watch, don't let the fear of how the titanium will age ruin it for you.

19 August 2018, 12:44 PM	#11
No SUBctitute "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: USA Posts: 2,807	Thanks so much to those who posted pics and their experiences with the Pelagos. I won't make the decision to buy or not buy based on the metal. Thank you! What tool do I need to buy to switch out the bracelets, or does it come with a tool?

19 August 2018, 08:24 PM	#12
roosvelt Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: achille Location: Grosse Pointe Mi. Watch: 16613 serti 18078 Posts: 446	Ti will scratch more/easier than ss.

19 August 2018, 09:56 PM	#13
Jace "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jace Location: Boca Raton Watch: Platinum DD 40 Posts: 329	I’m going to try to give a useful answer here. I have had several titanium watches currently have two: and IWC aqua timer and the Pelagos LHD. The IWC has a blast finish and as such doesn’t really show much. The Tudor has a brush finish. Titanium oxidizes pretty quickly and shows swirly’s and light scratches more readily than some other metals. This is not because the scratches are deeper, in fact titanium is next to impossible to damage. It’s simply because titanium changes color. I refinish my watches myself occasionally. There are Jewelers polishing stones that can touch these little swirly’s up in eight seconds flat. Just remember to sweep evenly in a single direction and your watch will look as good as new. I wear mine pretty regularly and really for the purpose of being a beater. The occasional touch up and it looks amazing. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

19 August 2018, 10:49 PM	#14
nigelUK "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Northants, UK Posts: 1,058	I've had several Panerai Ti watches and I loved the material. Not sure if it's the same material as used in the Pelagos. I found small scratches were picked up easier than say SS, but Ti was so easy to brush out scratches. Infact I totally refurbished them occasionally and they looked almost new. I think I used a product called 'Garryflex' ... from memory I am definitely a fan of Ti metal on watches. Love the muted colour and how they age.

9 September 2018, 11:34 PM	#16
PharmD2B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 15	Anyone have their pelagos refinished during a regular service? I’ve yet to see any before or after pictures to see what Rolex/Tudor are capable of repairing Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 September 2018, 08:38 AM	#17
PharmD2B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 15	This is the blemish that concerns me the most. A simple service should fix this, no? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 September 2018, 10:23 AM	#18
dnslater "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Indiana Posts: 91	Tudor uses commercially pure titanium which is a bit softer than 316l Stainless, but not as soft as some would lead you to believe. The surface of Titanium oxidizes quickly, so when scratched,the mark gleams next to dull oxidized titanium. The scratches quickly fade however when the oxidize to match the rest of the watch. Scratches show up initially, but over time I find that Ti shows scratches less than Stainless. I wore a Pelagos every day for s year and it looked pretty good. With the matte bezel, I’ll bet they will age nicely over the years.

20 September 2020, 11:24 PM	#21
EddieA1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Somewhere Watch: Exp1,BLNR,Sub,MilZ Posts: 61	Here’s a great video that shows signs of use after extensive wear: https://youtu.be/eibi0epivk8

21 September 2020, 03:56 AM	#23
fmc000 Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Fabio Location: Como - Italy Posts: 4,811	On my Pelagos the only part that shows signs of wear is the clasp, which is made of stainless steel. Case and bracelet are almost perfect. Inviato dal mio SM-T719 utilizzando Tapatalk

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