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gilbertpsk · 1 July 2021, 04:30 AM

Hi all. So...I'm considering a Pelagos and want to make sure that I'm not too narrow in my focus. What would you consider to be similar watches to the Pelagos that I should also dig into?

minute_man · 1 July 2021, 04:33 AM

Seamaster 300

Ref. No.: 210.32.42.20.03.001

travisb · 1 July 2021, 04:41 AM

I agree that the Seamaster is a great diver in the same price range.
SS vs Titanium. I tend to lean towards the Pelagos.

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afjag256 · 1 July 2021, 04:44 AM

Titanium Planet Ocean?

sp5702 · 1 July 2021, 04:46 AM

Would second the SMP. Used planet oceans, as well.

I’ve owned all of them and love my Pelagos more than the SMP or POs, though. I have the blue and love wearing it on the rubber strap as a beach/pool watch in the summer.

kieselguhr · 1 July 2021, 04:59 AM

Love the Pelagos! Especially the LHD variant!

Other deep divers in the same price range to consider include the Oris Prodiver

And from Sinn

The EZM 2b

bb_sub · 1 July 2021, 05:01 AM

SMP wears better than the Pelagos, IMO.

ks58 · 1 July 2021, 05:17 AM

I think the Pelagos looks cool. Need a Rolex Sub or Deep Sea or Seadweller too.

JR16 · 1 July 2021, 05:23 AM

I prefer the SM300 and BB58 to the Pelagos and have owned all 3

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fskywalker · 1 July 2021, 06:57 AM

Pelagos would still be my choice over the watches mentioned above!

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Driver8 · 1 July 2021, 07:04 AM

Seamaster Diver 300 would be my choice. I like the Pelagos A LOT, but scratchy-scratchy grade 2 titanium puts me off. Plus it's worth noting that RSC will not refinish the case on a Pelagos ; something to do with titanium clogging their finishing tools or such like. Whatever the reason, the result is the same - no case refinishing.

sutats · 1 July 2021, 07:15 AM

Hi! Take a look at the newly released TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 WBP208B.BF0631. It's a slimmed down alternative but it's not better than the Pelagos in specifications (non COSC certified model, lower power reserve, lower water resistance) and price (higher RRP). The Pelagos represents unbeatable performance for the money.

1665fan · 1 July 2021, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Driver8

Seamaster Diver 300 would be my choice. I like the Pelagos A LOT, but scratchy-scratchy grade 2 titanium puts me off. Plus it's worth noting that RSC will not refinish the case on a Pelagos ; something to do with titanium clogging their finishing tools or such like. Whatever the reason, the result is the same - no case refinishing.

That’s news to me....I’ve had mine for a month and worn it everyday....I am careful with it but have been swimming the lake with it and to my knowledge I have not banged it on anything, it’s still scratch free...... except for the ones my AD made on the inside of the back of the lugs changing the watch to the rubber b

Driver8 · 1 July 2021, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by 1665fan

That’s news to me....I’ve had mine for a month and worn it everyday....I am careful with it but have been swimming the lake with it and to my knowledge I have not banged it on anything, it’s still scratch free...... except for the ones my AD made on the inside of the back of the lugs changing the watch to the rubber b

I have no personal ownership experience of the Pelagos, but I've owned a couple of grade 2 titanium Breitlings in the past and they scratched unbelievably easily, so personally I won't touch grade 2 watches again. Grade 5 is much better IMO as it's much harder, but for some reason Tudor (and Breitling) insist on using grade 2.

Pinchy · 1 July 2021, 09:30 AM

As someone who pulled the trigger on the pelagos, pull the trigger on the pelagos :p

Honestly... while I do have a sub, the titanium finish provides a nice distinct difference that I think another steel diver wouldn't. I just love the utilitarian design of the pelagos and all matte color.

IR201 · 1 July 2021, 09:39 AM

Another vote for the SMP 300 and in particular the Tokyo 2020 Olympic white/blue version while you can still get it! I've had the blue pelagos a couple of times, also various versions of the SMP 300. The latest version in the colorway mentioned sort of blends both looks for me. And the SMP feels better on wrist (less thick) to me while also having the steel sheen (can't connect with the duller look of titatium, even on my snowflake). Good luck!

Director EDTF · 1 July 2021, 10:01 AM

I love my Pelagos. I’ve had it several years and love wearing it. I have the black one and I’ve been thinking about picking up the blue face as well.

Dan Pierce · 1 July 2021, 10:18 AM

Love my Blue Pelagos. It's a serious cutting edge diver.
dP

youthagainsttt · 1 July 2021, 10:36 AM

I'd also stick with a Pelagos and go with the blue

JohnLT · 1 July 2021, 10:39 AM

If your looking for a tool watch that flys under the radar Pelagos all the way
If you want Jewelry and bling factor SMP. Just my 2 cents.

DJ2020 · 1 July 2021, 10:44 AM

Omega Seamaster 300m, A great watch and excellent timekeeping.

Malum · 1 July 2021, 11:21 AM

If you like the Pelagos I suggest you go for it . I have the LHD and I love that watch , super comfortable, super accurate, and titanium case is gorgeous. Any iteration of that watch is a winner with me . Good luck and I hope you enjoy whichever watch you decide on .

samova · 1 July 2021, 11:22 AM

The Pelagos is a great choice.Love mine.

interestedwatcher · 1 July 2021, 11:28 AM

LHD pelagos is awesome.

-dustin · 1 July 2021, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 1665fan

That’s news to me....I’ve had mine for a month and worn it everyday....I am careful with it but have been swimming the lake with it and to my knowledge I have not banged it on anything, it’s still scratch free...... except for the ones my AD made on the inside of the back of the lugs changing the watch to the rubber b

Within the first week of having my Pelagos, I removed the bracelet and was walking to the garage to get something. Dropped my Pelagos and dinged a lug. But no scratches anywhere. Stoke was high.

Over the past few weeks I’ve been wearing a tiger eye bracelet on the same wrist. Fine, hairline scratches all over the side. I’ll post a picture tomorrow. I was surprised. Thought it was just smudges or something. Nope.

Schmed · 1 July 2021, 02:44 PM

I was thinking about a Pelagos, but figured it was a bit too close to my Seiko Marinemaster 300 -in the sense that they are both are "tool watches". Not too much bling, adjustable clasp, superb lume, legible dial.... Marinemaster has a unique case (monocoque caseback), drilled lugs, though.

Becweb · 1 July 2021, 03:11 PM

So many more interesting divers than a Tudor... Please don't do it

iTreelex · 1 July 2021, 04:07 PM

SD43 and PO

KevWatch · 1 July 2021, 04:19 PM

In that price range, I find the BB58 or BB 41mm a far better looking choice over the Pelagos.

The Omega Seamaster 300 is a viable competitor as well.

JeremyS · 1 July 2021, 04:41 PM

If you’re looking at the Pelagos, it suggests you like the tool-diver look. I think it’s probably one of the best options in that category. Grade 2 Ti does scratch easily, but the scratches tend to fade or blur with time.

If you’re really averse to scratches, there’s always the ceramic Black Bay.

1 July 2021, 04:30 AM	#1
gilbertpsk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Maryland Posts: 5	Thinking about a Pelagos...others to consider? Hi all. So...I'm considering a Pelagos and want to make sure that I'm not too narrow in my focus. What would you consider to be similar watches to the Pelagos that I should also dig into?

1 July 2021, 04:59 AM	#6
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,578	Thinking about a Pelagos...others to consider? Love the Pelagos! Especially the LHD variant! Other deep divers in the same price range to consider include the Oris Prodiver And from Sinn The EZM 2b

1 July 2021, 06:57 AM	#10
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,055	Pelagos would still be my choice over the watches mentioned above! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

1 July 2021, 07:15 AM	#12
sutats "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: London Posts: 1,225	Hi! Take a look at the newly released TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 WBP208B.BF0631. It's a slimmed down alternative but it's not better than the Pelagos in specifications (non COSC certified model, lower power reserve, lower water resistance) and price (higher RRP). The Pelagos represents unbeatable performance for the money. __________________ 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)

1 July 2021, 10:01 AM	#17
Director EDTF 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Nelson Location: Central, NJ Posts: 2,462	I love my Pelagos. I’ve had it several years and love wearing it. I have the black one and I’ve been thinking about picking up the blue face as well. __________________ _____________________________________ Live Life so the Priest does not have to Lie at your Funeral!

1 July 2021, 04:33 AM	#2
minute_man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Basil Location: Athens, GR Watch: BoctokKomandirskie Posts: 2,877	Seamaster 300 Ref. No.: 210.32.42.20.03.001

1 July 2021, 04:41 AM	#3
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,149	I agree that the Seamaster is a great diver in the same price range. SS vs Titanium. I tend to lean towards the Pelagos. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 July 2021, 04:44 AM	#4
afjag256 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: New Orleans Posts: 175	Titanium Planet Ocean?

1 July 2021, 04:46 AM	#5
sp5702 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Omaha Posts: 248	Would second the SMP. Used planet oceans, as well. I’ve owned all of them and love my Pelagos more than the SMP or POs, though. I have the blue and love wearing it on the rubber strap as a beach/pool watch in the summer.

1 July 2021, 05:01 AM	#7
bb_sub "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: New Jersey Posts: 23	SMP wears better than the Pelagos, IMO.

1 July 2021, 05:17 AM	#8
ks58 Banned Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: United States Posts: 1,533	I think the Pelagos looks cool. Need a Rolex Sub or Deep Sea or Seadweller too.

1 July 2021, 05:23 AM	#9
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,223	I prefer the SM300 and BB58 to the Pelagos and have owned all 3 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

1 July 2021, 07:04 AM	#11
Driver8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,860	Seamaster Diver 300 would be my choice. I like the Pelagos A LOT, but scratchy-scratchy grade 2 titanium puts me off. Plus it's worth noting that RSC will not refinish the case on a Pelagos ; something to do with titanium clogging their finishing tools or such like. Whatever the reason, the result is the same - no case refinishing.

1 July 2021, 09:30 AM	#15
Pinchy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: California Posts: 595	As someone who pulled the trigger on the pelagos, pull the trigger on the pelagos :p Honestly... while I do have a sub, the titanium finish provides a nice distinct difference that I think another steel diver wouldn't. I just love the utilitarian design of the pelagos and all matte color.

1 July 2021, 09:39 AM	#16
IR201 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: New York Posts: 2,100	Another vote for the SMP 300 and in particular the Tokyo 2020 Olympic white/blue version while you can still get it! I've had the blue pelagos a couple of times, also various versions of the SMP 300. The latest version in the colorway mentioned sort of blends both looks for me. And the SMP feels better on wrist (less thick) to me while also having the steel sheen (can't connect with the duller look of titatium, even on my snowflake). Good luck!

1 July 2021, 10:36 AM	#19
youthagainsttt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: HK Watch: Piaget,Rolex,AP,HB Posts: 1,040	I'd also stick with a Pelagos and go with the blue

1 July 2021, 10:39 AM	#20
JohnLT "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: JohnLT Location: Boston Watch: time fly Posts: 618	If your looking for a tool watch that flys under the radar Pelagos all the way If you want Jewelry and bling factor SMP. Just my 2 cents.

1 July 2021, 10:44 AM	#21
DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,483	Omega Seamaster 300m, A great watch and excellent timekeeping. __________________ In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. - Abraham Lincoln __________________________________________________ Rolex 226570, Explorer II Club

1 July 2021, 11:21 AM	#22
Malum "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Kurt Location: Coachella Valley Watch: SD43 D-Blue Posts: 4,144	If you like the Pelagos I suggest you go for it . I have the LHD and I love that watch , super comfortable, super accurate, and titanium case is gorgeous. Any iteration of that watch is a winner with me . Good luck and I hope you enjoy whichever watch you decide on .

1 July 2021, 11:22 AM	#23
samova "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Atlanta,Ga. Posts: 47	The Pelagos is a great choice.Love mine.

1 July 2021, 11:28 AM	#24
interestedwatcher 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Hobart Posts: 1,020	LHD pelagos is awesome. __________________ 2 FA Enabled

1 July 2021, 02:44 PM	#26
Schmed "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Rocky Mountains Posts: 269	I was thinking about a Pelagos, but figured it was a bit too close to my Seiko Marinemaster 300 -in the sense that they are both are "tool watches". Not too much bling, adjustable clasp, superb lume, legible dial.... Marinemaster has a unique case (monocoque caseback), drilled lugs, though.

1 July 2021, 03:11 PM	#27
Becweb Banned Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: - Posts: 407	So many more interesting divers than a Tudor... Please don't do it

1 July 2021, 04:07 PM	#28
iTreelex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Watchrecon Posts: 1,352	SD43 and PO

1 July 2021, 04:19 PM	#29
KevWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: New York City Watch: 16710 and 126621 Posts: 126	In that price range, I find the BB58 or BB 41mm a far better looking choice over the Pelagos. The Omega Seamaster 300 is a viable competitor as well.

1 July 2021, 04:41 PM	#30
JeremyS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 273	If you’re looking at the Pelagos, it suggests you like the tool-diver look. I think it’s probably one of the best options in that category. Grade 2 Ti does scratch easily, but the scratches tend to fade or blur with time. If you’re really averse to scratches, there’s always the ceramic Black Bay.

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