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soho · 11 February 2017, 07:51 AM

I picked-up this recently in a trade, not really setting out to get it by deciding to give it it a try when the trade was offered. I like it very much.

1. Some find it plain, but I am finding it elegantly simple, in a modern way. The yellow pops of color add interest, and really work for me.

2. It's not a dress watch, but I find that it works very nicely with a suit, in most circumstances.

3. It's supremely readable. Even the date is easy to read, without a magnifier.

4. I Ike the power reserve. It's a fun feature to have, and aesthetically I like the way it odds color and asymmetry to the dial.

5. The bracelet is great and works well with the case, giving the whole package a nice angular look.

The long and short of it all is that while I half expected that this would be something that I would sell or trade after enjoying for a while, I am pretty sure that it's a keeper.

I may try to pick up the leather strap down the road, and would be interested in any thoughts that owners (or non-owners) have on the strap.

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GerardoG · 11 February 2017, 08:03 AM

I like it. The detail on the dial; color contrast and overall looks makes it a balanced, easy to read watch. Congratulations!

cop414 · 11 February 2017, 08:13 AM

I like it, very retro looking.

natosub · 11 February 2017, 09:04 AM

I like it. Good looking watch.

SemperFi · 11 February 2017, 09:21 AM

Good for you! Congratulations!

Hairdude1 · 11 February 2017, 11:22 AM

Congrats

Glidelock · 11 February 2017, 11:27 AM

Very cool...Congrats!

sea-dweller · 11 February 2017, 11:48 AM

Very sharp!

Boothroyd · 11 February 2017, 11:49 AM

It's a great watch in person. I wish it had the Ranger's red accent colors (personal preference). I understand the vibe, though. Yellow is a more visible color for contrast, with it's inspiration being scientific observation. Like it very much. Congrats!

Edit: Regarding the question on the strap, I would order the black/yellow stitched leather combo that is an option for the watch from Tudor.

swils8610 · 11 February 2017, 12:29 PM

Very nice. The manager at my AD wears one.

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sickened1 · 11 February 2017, 12:31 PM

Congrats.

Westland · 11 February 2017, 12:38 PM

It's easily my favorite Tudor (with the steel bracelet).

Ticknaway · 11 February 2017, 01:41 PM

I'm sure it'd look great with a leather strap'

Friar · 11 February 2017, 02:25 PM

I bought the NF on the ss bracelet and later bit the bullet and picked up the strap and deployant for a change of pace. It's attractive and pretty comfortable although the deployant doesn't fit my wrist as well as it should. My complaint is that changing between the bracelet and strap can be a challenge. Well, taking off the bracelet and installing the strap is pretty straight forward but putting the bracelet back on is a real challenge--for me that is. I use a pair of spring bar pliers.

withthesword · 11 February 2017, 02:37 PM

i've really warmed up to it recently. my first impressions of it weren't terribly positive. i found the power reserve indicator kind of pointless, and the utter lack of decoration on the brand new in-house movement was a bit anticlimactic.

the more i look at it, though, the more i want it. i'm oddly drawn to it. i'll probably end up picking one up this calendar year.

Maiden · 11 February 2017, 03:34 PM

If you like it, rock it. It looks like a childs toy to me. But that is subjective and only my personal preference.

DramaTurtle · 11 February 2017, 03:36 PM

Beautiful piece. Very utilitarian and toolish and I wouldn't have it any other way.

Psmith · 11 February 2017, 08:04 PM

Congrats

Star Ferry · 11 February 2017, 08:12 PM

Congrats, OP. I bought one last spring and am a big fan

polaris72 · 11 February 2017, 09:01 PM

Congrats! I like the power reserve feature as well as the straps change option.

soho · 11 February 2017, 10:57 PM

Thanks for the nice comments folks. Here's another shot.

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1William · 11 February 2017, 11:02 PM

When first introduced I was not much of a fan of the North Flag but it has grown on me. I am not sure for me if it is a modern design or an updated retro design. I will probably own one in the future.

nick c · 11 February 2017, 11:02 PM

Congratulations

wolffram · 11 February 2017, 11:10 PM

Congrats!

I've always wanted a watch with a power reserve indicator. It's probably too early to say, but I wonder if you've noticed how long it takes to reach full wind with normal wearing?

mjclark32 · 11 February 2017, 11:18 PM

Cool piece, congrats!

soho · 12 February 2017, 04:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wolffram

It's probably too early to say, but I wonder if you've noticed how long it takes to reach full wind with normal wearing?

Good question. All I can say now is that wearing it all day moves the needle appreciably. But I will do a more rigorous test.

One more shot. A little day drinking after a good hard run.

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TudorTuesday · 3 October 2017, 01:49 PM

Resurrecting this old-ish thread to

1) Belatedly congratulate the OP - hope you're still enjoying the north flag!

2) Ask if anyone who has opted for the strap can post pics of how it has worn in around the deployant, and how the deployant sits on the wrist? (and also how the yellow sticking has fared agains the elements...)

I have been loving my NF on the bracelet (I'll hopefully share a review video soon in the reviews section), but I am on the fence about the strap.

I feel generally like this is a Genta-style watch, and as such, I should just leave it be on the integrated bracelet. But I do like a strap on nearly all my other watches. I even have a 16570 inbound with holes case so I can more easily swap it onto various straps, despite the fact that the oyster bracelet might be all I ever use...

So - I hereby call for worn-in strap pics! Pics I say! ;)

11 February 2017, 07:51 AM	#1
soho 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Planet Earth Watch: Varies Posts: 2,055	Tudor North Flag I picked-up this recently in a trade, not really setting out to get it by deciding to give it it a try when the trade was offered. I like it very much. 1. Some find it plain, but I am finding it elegantly simple, in a modern way. The yellow pops of color add interest, and really work for me. 2. It's not a dress watch, but I find that it works very nicely with a suit, in most circumstances. 3. It's supremely readable. Even the date is easy to read, without a magnifier. 4. I Ike the power reserve. It's a fun feature to have, and aesthetically I like the way it odds color and asymmetry to the dial. 5. The bracelet is great and works well with the case, giving the whole package a nice angular look. The long and short of it all is that while I half expected that this would be something that I would sell or trade after enjoying for a while, I am pretty sure that it's a keeper. I may try to pick up the leather strap down the road, and would be interested in any thoughts that owners (or non-owners) have on the strap. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 February 2017, 08:13 AM	#3
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,134	I like it, very retro looking. __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

11 February 2017, 09:21 AM	#5
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Good for you! Congratulations! __________________ Rolex Submariner Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Tudor Ranger 79910 Nomos Club Datum 733 Nomos Metro 38 Stowa Flieger Classic 40 * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

11 February 2017, 11:22 AM	#6
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Congrats __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

11 February 2017, 11:48 AM	#8
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Very sharp! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

11 February 2017, 08:03 AM	#2
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	I like it. The detail on the dial; color contrast and overall looks makes it a balanced, easy to read watch. Congratulations!

11 February 2017, 09:04 AM	#4
natosub "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: USA Watch: the tide roll in.. Posts: 1,138	I like it. Good looking watch.

11 February 2017, 11:27 AM	#7
Glidelock "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Will Zdorf Location: So. Cal. Watch: SDC4000, Sub LVC Posts: 1,944	Very cool...Congrats!

11 February 2017, 11:49 AM	#9
Boothroyd 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Daniel Location: Minneapolis, MN Watch: Wilsdorf(s) Posts: 10,257	It's a great watch in person. I wish it had the Ranger's red accent colors (personal preference). I understand the vibe, though. Yellow is a more visible color for contrast, with it's inspiration being scientific observation. Like it very much. Congrats! Edit: Regarding the question on the strap, I would order the black/yellow stitched leather combo that is an option for the watch from Tudor. __________________ Explorer 214270 MK I/Datejust II Black 116300/Tudor Heritage Black Bay Black 79220N

11 February 2017, 12:29 PM	#10
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,200	Very nice. The manager at my AD wears one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

11 February 2017, 12:31 PM	#11
sickened1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 9,050	Congrats.

11 February 2017, 12:38 PM	#12
Westland Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Real Name: Mario Location: Westland, MI Watch: Rolex Sub TT Serti Posts: 63	It's easily my favorite Tudor (with the steel bracelet).

11 February 2017, 01:41 PM	#13
Ticknaway "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Dave Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,028	I'm sure it'd look great with a leather strap'

11 February 2017, 02:25 PM	#14
Friar "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Gary Location: Oregon Watch: 214270 216570 Posts: 707	I bought the NF on the ss bracelet and later bit the bullet and picked up the strap and deployant for a change of pace. It's attractive and pretty comfortable although the deployant doesn't fit my wrist as well as it should. My complaint is that changing between the bracelet and strap can be a challenge. Well, taking off the bracelet and installing the strap is pretty straight forward but putting the bracelet back on is a real challenge--for me that is. I use a pair of spring bar pliers.

11 February 2017, 02:37 PM	#15
withthesword "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Matte Location: Toronto Watch: 16570 Posts: 1,006	i've really warmed up to it recently. my first impressions of it weren't terribly positive. i found the power reserve indicator kind of pointless, and the utter lack of decoration on the brand new in-house movement was a bit anticlimactic. the more i look at it, though, the more i want it. i'm oddly drawn to it. i'll probably end up picking one up this calendar year. __________________ Ready. Ready. Hack. My Flickr Photostream Wishlist: 1984 gmt

11 February 2017, 03:34 PM	#16
Maiden "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 3,652	If you like it, rock it. It looks like a childs toy to me. But that is subjective and only my personal preference. __________________ Rolex 116613LN Rolex 16610LN Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41mm Omega Geneve Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAY2112 Orient Ray 2

11 February 2017, 08:04 PM	#18
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Congrats __________________

11 February 2017, 08:12 PM	#19
Star Ferry Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: down by the river Posts: 4,926	Congrats, OP. I bought one last spring and am a big fan

11 February 2017, 09:01 PM	#20
polaris72 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: U.S./Vienna, AT Posts: 1,967	Congrats! I like the power reserve feature as well as the straps change option.

11 February 2017, 10:57 PM	#21
soho 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Planet Earth Watch: Varies Posts: 2,055	Thanks for the nice comments folks. Here's another shot. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 February 2017, 11:02 PM	#22
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,598	When first introduced I was not much of a fan of the North Flag but it has grown on me. I am not sure for me if it is a modern design or an updated retro design. I will probably own one in the future.

11 February 2017, 11:02 PM	#23
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Congratulations

11 February 2017, 11:10 PM	#24
wolffram "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Tony Location: Melbourne, Aus Watch: 114060 Posts: 289	Congrats! I've always wanted a watch with a power reserve indicator. It's probably too early to say, but I wonder if you've noticed how long it takes to reach full wind with normal wearing? __________________ Rolex SubC 114060 Tudor BB Red 79230R Tudor BB 58 79030N

11 February 2017, 11:18 PM	#25
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Cool piece, congrats! __________________

3 October 2017, 01:49 PM	#27
TudorTuesday "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: silicon valley Posts: 179	Resurrecting this old-ish thread to 1) Belatedly congratulate the OP - hope you're still enjoying the north flag! 2) Ask if anyone who has opted for the strap can post pics of how it has worn in around the deployant, and how the deployant sits on the wrist? (and also how the yellow sticking has fared agains the elements...) I have been loving my NF on the bracelet (I'll hopefully share a review video soon in the reviews section), but I am on the fence about the strap. I feel generally like this is a Genta-style watch, and as such, I should just leave it be on the integrated bracelet. But I do like a strap on nearly all my other watches. I even have a 16570 inbound with holes case so I can more easily swap it onto various straps, despite the fact that the oyster bracelet might be all I ever use... So - I hereby call for worn-in strap pics! Pics I say! ;)

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