Thoughts on the Tudor Pelagos.....

[phils]

It does not seem near as popular as the Black Bays and chronos.
To me it has a lot going for it. Why not as popular?
What are its disadvantages?
Thanks.

[Fenster]

For me it's the opposites, i like the pelagos more then the BB. For me the BB looks unfinished some how, cant realy explain it!

[Kobayashi]

One man, one watch and why I chose the Tudor Pelagos:

http://thirtyfivemill.com/one-man-on...tudor-pelagos/

[venom43]

I've got both the Pelagos and black bay....I wear the Pelagos more often...and the main reason I will not own a SD4k. It has a nice clasp, 42mm, matte dial and bezel, and light weight...it just works so well.

[SaddleSC]

I LOVE my Pelagos. I definitely prefer it to the BB. Titanium case/bracelet, matte dial, bezel lume, innovative clasp, HEV, perfect size...what's not to like?

[venom43]

Originally Posted by Kobayashi

One man, one watch and why I chose the Tudor Pelagos:

http://thirtyfivemill.com/one-man-on...tudor-pelagos/

Really good read.....thank you for the link.

[azguy]

I tried them both on for the first time about 2 weeks ago, the BB was tacky IMHO, the Pelagos, a sensational work of art !!!

[Tseg]

From many other posts I've read as I've researched and considered buying one, generally cited negatives are (for better or worse):

• Pelagos lacks ANY bling with dull titanium finish and matte black dial
• Titanium too light
• Titanium scratches easily
• Some QA/QC issues identified with the white indexes not always being glued in properly
• Sharp edges on bracelet
• Some say the pictures make it look better than what it looks in real life... combined with its lightness, can be a bit underwhelming the first time it is handled for some
• Varied accuracy of movement

Humble people that really appreciate a tool watch for what it is love this watch. Those that want even the smallest amount of recognition or acknowledgement that it is a really cool looking watch just don't get that feedback... to a non-WIS it just does not look like much.

[texex91]

Pelagos ROCKS !!!

[texex91]

Originally Posted by Tseg

From many other posts I've read as I've researched and considered buying one, generally cited negatives are (for better or worse):

• Pelagos lacks ANY bling with dull titanium finish and matte black dial
• Titanium too light
• Titanium scratches easily
• Some QA/QC issues identified with the white indexes not always being glued in properly
• Sharp edges on bracelet
• Some say the pictures make it look better than what it looks in real life... combined with its lightness, can be a bit underwhelming the first time it is handled for some
• Varied accuracy of movement

Humble people that really appreciate a tool watch for what it is love this watch. Those that want even the smallest amount of recognition or acknowledgement that it is a really cool looking watch just don't get that feedback... to a non-WIS it just does not look like much.

Almost everything you mention I find completely false--then again I'm just an owner...

[SaddleSC]

Originally Posted by texex91

Almost everything you mention I find completely false--then again I'm just an owner...

+1

[Tseg]

Originally Posted by texex91

Almost everything you mention I find completely false--then again I'm just an owner...

I'm just a messenger... from posts I've read, I can neither confirm nor deny... but sounds like you can.

[texex91]

Originally Posted by Tseg

I'm just a messenger... from posts I've read, I can neither confirm nor deny... but sounds like you can.

Yep...

And BTW, your quote of:"Those that want even the smallest amount of recognition or acknowledgement that it is a really cool looking watch just don't get that feedback."...that statement cracks me up. I don't buy watches for other people.

I buy watches for me--if it's a beater Pelagos or a 44MM RG AP it's all the same--I love them. You know why? Because I'm a watch nut, and my purchases are not driven by "what is really cool"...simple

Best...

[CWIN]

Love the Pelagos although I see many more BBs. Heck both are great looking watches.

[anothernewphone]

I had one, wore it for three days and sold it. It was too big, too thick, and I couldn't get a comfortable fit, even with the fancy clasp. I sold it immediately, and never looked back. I love the way it looked, but hate the way it wore. It looked comically large on my wrist. I bought it before they hit the US shores, so I didn't have the opportunity to try it on before I bought it.

[foodle]

Originally Posted by Tseg

Pelagos lacks ANY bling with dull titanium finish and matte black dial

Some (myself included) would consider this a good thing.

Titanium too light

The head is actually pretty weighty for a Ti watch.

Titanium scratches easily

The Pelagos uses grade 5 Ti which is an alloy with a hardness greater than that of many steels. Grade 2 Ti was used in older Ti watches and is softer than steel. Also, the brushed finish makes covering any scratches that do appear easy to remedy.

Some QA/QC issues identified with the white indexes not always being glued in properly

This seems like an isolated problem that is easily remedied. All watches have some QC horror stories, even Rolexes. This issue seems much less widespread than a certain defect in the welding of a certain new style bracelet clasp from a few years ago.

Sharp edges on bracelet

Yes, the bracelet edges are well defined and some find that uncomfortable. You don't have to wear it on a bracelet.

Some say the pictures make it look better than what it looks in real life... combined with its lightness, can be a bit underwhelming the first time it is handled for some

Er, ok.

Varied accuracy of movement

Each Pelagos is timed, tested, and regulated before leaving the factory. I haven't seen any data indicating the tried and true ETA movement is particularly prone to inaccuracy.

Humble people that really appreciate a tool watch for what it is love this watch. Those that want even the smallest amount of recognition or acknowledgement that it is a really cool looking watch just don't get that feedback... to a non-WIS it just does not look like much.

As repeatedly noted in the threads about whether people notice your watch, people overwhelmingly don't give a rat's patootie what watch you're wearing. If you choose your watch based on the likelihood of someone else commenting on it, then your criteria differ very significantly from mine.

[c.rod]

im really digging the pelagos. i have 8" wrists so i only wear bigger watches. my pref.
im going to check one out locally this week if i can get there and they have one

[AS1]

I like the basic design a lot (and that lume!), but it would be too big on my wrist so I never really considered it.

[Imitrex]

My wrist is 6.75 and love the way it wears.

Oh, and it has bling alright.....Just turn off the lights.

[AbsolutelyROLEX!]

Pelagos is meant to be a workhorse daily wearer

[Alfredo.]

I think the pelagos is stunning. I was hoping to save up for a SD C but, it going to be hard to do with this watch... On my wish list!

[mike]

I think given it's intended purpose the Pelagos is the most "Tool" of tool watches.

[SaddleSC]

Originally Posted by mike

I think given it's intended purpose the Pelagos is the most "Tool" of tool watches.

X100

[zama]

Happy to stay with my sub but I think they look amazing. Would happily own one but are probably a big bigger than I need.

[HogwldFLTR]

For me the inset in the Pel's dials bevel for the lumes looks too busy for my taste; I like the BB's dial significantly better.

[Singslinger]

It's a handsome watch, for sure!

[travisb]

My favorite Tudor by far and will be buying one.
I had wanted to wait until after I could see the BBB, but after doing so, it's a no brainer. I love everything that the Pelagos is.