Tudor Pelagos LHD, long term owner review
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2024
- The Tudor Pelagos is the most comfortable watch that I own and it gets more wrist time than any other piece. I love it. As you see in the video, this is well worn and loved.
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Love this watch and not enough is said about it in comparison to the other Tudor watches. It is architecturally stunning and I can't take my eyes off of the watch when driving and the sun touches it. Absolutely awesome watch!
lume looks like chromalite
I tried one on this weekend at the Jewelry store. That was a mistake. I absolutely love it. Started my Pelagos fund...
I enjoyed the video, thank you.
Thanks Jason, and I sympathise 😆
Have mine in blue and agree with everything you said. I have a 16 CM wrist and wears great. Constantly go after the watch nerds that yell for Tudor to make it smaller and I'm steel. To me it's perfect just the way it is. I call it my bug out watch. If the shit hits the fan it's the Pelagos I want on my wrist.
You captured everything I love about my LHD, it gets more wrist time than my Submariner for good reason. This watch is as close to perfection for a dive watch as I could ask, 1-2mm thinner it would be the only thing I might change. This is the best review of the LHD out there, you hit every important detail.
Very kind words, thanks so much! Totally agreed too…just 2mm thinner and it would be the ultimate 🙂
You always pick watches I have an eye towards. Additionally, you have thoughtful photography and keen insights. Keep up the great work.
Thanks so much mate, getting feedback like this makes me want to continue 🙂
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews still waiting on my Vanuatu but picked up the Traska Freediver v.3 in the interim and absolutely love it. Would love to see your insights on that one but I'll be waiting on whatever you have up your sleeve (get it?)
@@tylergoggans9352 😆 time to roll them up then and get cracking. How’s the Traska size for you?
Thanks for this lovely review. I don't know how many of them I have watched. The wait is finally over and I am getting mine on the 29th(fingers crossed). I just had to watch a few more reviews to drive the point home!
Fantastic, congratulations! It’s so worth it (and thanks for your kind words)
Congrats..i just got mine yesterday.. love it .. number 95** says was up 👍
@@georgemedina3712 it's a lovely piece, mine has been getting a lot of wrist time! Congratulations! Wear it in good health!
Nice review. I tried one on today and am now thinking it would make a stylish addition to my collection. It’s so light which makes a change from steel divers. And the vintage looking colour of the off-white looks retro charming. Reminds me of the James Bond Seamaster but better. And the left side crown is pleasantly quirky.
A stunning watch.. Love mine.. Has to be one of the best divers around.. And better than a lot of its dearer counterparts
Thoroughly enjoyed your review/take on this gem of a diver. Your macros captured the essence of the design/utility in full and the score complemented the visuals quite well. I’ve watched (no pun) this video quite a few times now, as an owner, it always pleases me to hear others having a similar pleasant owner experience as I have. Great job, sir.
Thanks very much for your kind words 🙂
Roulette wheel has a function. Even numbers in red so you cannot confuse 3 and 8.
Ah good one 👍
Cool!!!
Pulled the trigger on this very model thanks to your review. Thanks so much!
That’s awesome to hear, thanks so much for sharing! You’ll love it 🙂👍
Best reviewer on UA-cam, and I watch a TON of watch reviews. No specs that we all know about, just pure love and expression about the piece you're lucky enough to own. Hopefully I will own an LHD in the future! All the best and keep up the special work
Thanks so very much, high praise indeed 🙂🙏 Hope there is a Pelagos in your future!
Thank you,and a nice review,only this afternoon i ordered my Black Pelagos,this will be a mate for my Black Bay 58 also a very nice watch....
Congrats!
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews Thank you,i recieved my Black Pelagos via courier today,after removing 3 links it looks so nice on my wrist,and it's real quality in real life,it's easy to read,and it looks good sittng next to my new Black Bay 58.....
@@robalexander7348 congrats 🎉
Lovely review. The Pelagos LHD is my favourite Tudor, combining technical excellence with classic good looks. The aged lume hits the right notes, while the depth rating is incredible. It’s thick but not too thick, and I wear mine on a Crafter Blue rubber strap in grey, which gives it a bit of under-the-radar appeal while making it very wearable and comfortable.
Thank you and yes, it is a gorgeous watch. I sold mine in the end to free up some cash, but I miss it!
Excellent and informative video; well done! I've been a commercial saturation diver in the past, and as a lefty, this watch is perfect.
Thanks and how awesome, you’d actually use that valve 😊👍🏻
I like the style and functionality of this watch. If / when I pick up another watch, this will be it.
Nice review, it's nice to see a review that shows a watch that has clearly been worn. Also, your camera work is excellent! Cheers
Thank you very much 😊
Great review. Thank you :-)
I am currently in waiting list for this beautiful beater (black). 3 months and counting... The wait is long 😊
Thanks! Worth the wait, you’ll love it 👍
Opening shot with the watch semi submerged was beautiful. Great review. Picking mine up tomorrow.
Thank you and you will love it 👍🏻👍🏻
Great video. I love mine and still in honeymoon phase, its been almost 2 years lol
It's a great watch, it has some cues from the old Tudor models (especially with the indices) but still has some modernity. They did not go overboard with the patina, it's clearly modern and a tool watch. I could not quite bring myself to love the heritage black bay 39. As someone who also wears a watch on my right hand (even though I am right handed), it seemed like the perfect choice.
Well said, totally agree 👍
Nice to see a review of a watch that has been worn and shows the wear
Thank you 🙂
Well done, good pace, relaxing and I would have liked to know any complaints you have with it
Thank you. I sold it eventually since it's quite large, even for me. If you saw my review on the reduced Pelagos, that's still not perfect so it's a tough choice at the moment. I'd probably still go this LHD if I was to buy one again.
@@Jimmycricket- 19cm / 7.5"
Hi Esbjorn, thanks for your informative and Scandi-cool review. The only other time I came across your name was a Swedish pianist, Esbjorn Svensson, so I assume your origins are Scandinavian. I have been thinking about a new watch for a while and The Tudor Pelagos, was high on my list. My explorations so far, have all been on line, but I am now at the point when I am about to hit the shops. The fact that the review is by an enthusiast, rather than a watch professional, was just what I was looking for. I have looked at many on-line reviews and yours I think has been the most helpful. I will go out and try one, my major concern is that my left hand and wrist are smaller than my right. Unlike you, I have never been comfortable wearing my watch on my right wrist, I just hope The Pelagos, doesn't overpower my smaller wrist, we will see. Thanks once again for your balanced and quiet review, it was a pleasure to listen to.
Thanks so much Mark, that would have to be some of the nicest feedback I’ve received and definitely inspires me to keep going. I’m aware of my jazzy namesake and we hail from the same country, despite the name being very unusual even there. I would ask the retailers to put it on the included rubber strap for you, and perhaps even try a textile option. I think that may “de-bulk” the overall package. That said, much like many Tudor and Rolex watches, there is some magic on the wrist where they seem to just settle on wrist. Thanks once again for your kind words, means a lot 🙂
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews, thanks for your kind and speedy reply and the good advice contained therein. Everything you say makes perfect sense and as a last resort, I may well have to try that. I have worn steel strap watches for over fifty years and would like to continue that trend. Just to prove I was paying attention, I know in this case we are talking titanium, rather than stainless steel. If it proves to be too large, I will try the alternate strap and if it still doesn't work, or the magic doesn't kick in, maybe a Black Bay GMT., or something of a lesser stature. Your help in this matter is greatly appreciated, best wishes for the future and stay safe.
Nice review! I think I'm more inclined to this than the new FXD. I'm a lefty and do wear my watch on the right as well. You've helped nudge me over the top in deciding 😂.
Thanks!! You won’t regret it 😊👍
I am hoping this will be my next watch. Love the titanium and details present on the watch.
Great review.
I have the BB GMT and BB58Navy.
Thanks Lee, you’ve got some great pieces already! 👍🙂
Great video- have owned my LHD for one year and couldn’t agree more.
Thank you 😊👍🏻
Great video and well edited sir I fancy the black version as my next watch purchase.
Thanks very much, you won’t regret your purchase 👍
Fantastic video. I have the two-liner. As you say, it IS a forever watch.
Thank you so much for your kind words 🙂
Great video! I am been saving for a Monta Oceanking, I am thinking I may take your advice and stretch for this. Keep up the good work.
Thanks so much! And yes, the Montas look beautiful but you won’t regret saving that extra little bit
Love the Pelagos, hopefully one day. Congratulations on your review and delivery style it was world class 😎
Thank you so much, very kind 🙂
Beautiful footage and an even more beautiful watch. Congratulation :-)
Thanks so much 🙂
Damn, I’m hooked on the squares now!😂
What a beautiful tool whatch! I was going to get one but after all I changed my mind, I don't need a escape valve, I don't need a titanium case, and don't need even less a bloody expensive, fancy usless and complicated titanium bracelet. But it is really a beautiful whatch!
Haha, that made me laugh. I hear you and thanks for your comment 👍👍
Jealousy is a Decease🎉
Really solid video….excellent camera work, and great commentary. 👍🏼
Thanks very much😊
The blue is the color of heaven, mine is for display only now
The case back is steel adding back some weight. I picked up the Ranger (love it) the other day and tried on the black Peli. Now I'm obsessed with this LHD. Sad that some think Tudor is a substitute Rolex. If anything the rival watch is an Omega or maybe a Sinn. Both excellent. Great review.
Thanks 😊 they do seem to come up second hand in pairs for some reason…Tudor is definitely where it’s at these day, much more interesting than its wealthy sister!
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews So I got one but..... the date wheel was not aligned correctly. It went back fir a fix as they did not have another. I read they replace with a reprinted wheel...
@@jeremydahm2124 that’s annoying! Hope it comes back looking A OK 👍🏻
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews me to! I was diggin it 😎
Just got mine today and I LOVE IT!
Congrats 😊👍
The Tudor Pelagos is an awesome watch - I own the black and white MT5612 equipped one and will for sure never sell it. I'm usually not a fan of bracelets, but the bracelet + clasp supplied with this watch are a perfect combination. Would love to get the LHD, but that's probably a bit excessive, if you already have a Pelagos 😉
Totally agree, it’s the one watch I own where the bracelet has stayed put 🙂
Thank you for the great video, your macro shots were superb.
I have owned my LHD for one year now and I still get a thrill and a sense of pride every time it's on my wrist.
In my opinion it is indeed a beautifully well made watch and I cannot wear it, without having to turn the Bezel fully several times to try and hear the difference in sound and feel, of the 60th click.
I have a 19cm wrist and the watch sits perfectly there.
Its presence is understated, but undeniably classy.
The face is incredibly clear with little to no reflection. It is very easy to tell the time with a quick glance, the design, materials used and the build quality are a match made in horological heaven.
Keep up the good work.
Thanks so much! And yes, I do the same with the bezel 😆
Nice review. Just picked up my LHD yesterday. It’s beautiful
Thanks, prepare for the honeymoon period to never end 😉
Tried this on while on holiday in Inverness last week.......only meant to look but ended up taking it home with me.....to be fair I've liked it for ages
It has that effect 🙂
How much did it set you back
@@joeharvatt1315 actually got a bit of discount on it and paid £3200 and got a nice watch roll thrown in
Congrats 👍 very good review ! The macro are fantastic , great job 👏👏
My next purchase 🙏😏
Thanks so much 🙂👍 You will love it
Excellent review and video, thank you. This was very helpful in my decision. 🙏
Thank you and I’m glad! 👍🏻😊
On my wish list. Thanks for sharing
Worth saving for!
Ultimate tool watch in my opinion
Beautifully shot, thanks for this great review
Thanks s much!
Calming vid, niceley done
Thank you 😊
I have the same. Design and comfort wearing on left hand is perfect. But there is an architectural failure: after diving, at least for 24 hours there is water in the bazel and its nearly impossible to move the bazel. Thats not "professional" for such a tooly watch. But in sum its just a super watch with which I sleep every day.
Ah interesting, I have not been further than a few metres down yet but I agree, that shouldn’t happen. Thanks for the comment 🙂
Really great video and terrific production.
Thanks so much 🙂
I have this one in my collection its the best pelagos !For me its keeper
It’s beautiful isn’t it, thanks for your comment 😊👍
Awesome video! I own one myself and I'll never part with it.
I know the feeling 😉 and thank you
Great video , tanks
Thanks 😊
Perfect, except for the outer part of the dial which is made from a different material to the dial and makes the dial look proportionally small in certain light.
The new fxd doesn't have this detail so hopefully new models over time also don't have it
You mean the rehaut? I quite like the way that’s layed out with the squares inset. The new FXD sure looks awesome though!
Really cool style of review, with a nice personal touch. Subscribed!
P.s. since the pelagos is 42mm vs the BB 41mm and they made the BB58 in 39mm….if Tudor releases a 40mm pelagos I must purchase it!
Well, did you purchase a Pelagos 39?
@@mtbbiker6401 good question. Waiting for another variant. Haven’t seen in person and can’t justify spending thousands on a watch at this moment
@@Billeh556 I agree. The Pelagos 39 doesn't have the same appeal as the 42. I too would wait for another variant. I purchased a San Martin SN0121GA blue no date in the meantime. It maintains the look of the 42 (cut away rehaut) but at the 39 size. I have a review on my channel if you want to check it out. It's quite an amazing watch for $200 and make it tough to justify the expensive of a Luxury "Swiss" watch.
Great video, thanks. But just a small correction, in Greek it is actually pronounced PElagos (the accent is on "e"), not PelAgos.
Found your channel searching for an ECAndersson review (around the vast web...), got to say that your filmography is top notch in some vids i "splish splash"-ed in. Did so, just to decide if i'm about to subscribe or not. The combo of a Greek (Cretan indeed, a pin here and another at your homeland can keep the map of Europe alright...😉😋), watching a lad from Sverige that lives in OZ-land can be weird, to say the least. What do you say? Give it a try? I'm a larrikin btw...(as Peter Kotsa says...).
Cheers, be well, enjoy whatever you love mate.
PS Spoiler alert, it's Pe'lagos, not Pela'gos. Sorry...
Thanks very much mate, I’ll stay weird 😉🙂
I think that the day i'll be stepping up my watches it will be either this one or the silver bb. At this time i am still in my plethora of low to mid end watches and i like it but I think i am touching the end of this first journey with watches.
It took me a long time, it’s hard to justify this much money but at least you do get what you pay for here 👍
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews you'r right but i get what i paid for too . It's Always difficult for me to pay the outrageous money they Ask for the small gap in qualité liké everytime you Switch from good to exceptionnel
Je viens d’être l’heureux propriétaire de ce modèle 😊Elle est top 👍 Montre magnifique
Super montre :)
0:10 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👍 lovely video!
Thank you 🙂😀
Being a fellow melbournian we'll have to get you one of ours to look over 👍
I’d love that 😊
Just watched Jody’s review of the giant stride. Beautiful watch, I’d love to film that
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews let's make it happen! I haven't seen it yet, was he kind??
@@SecondHourWatches yes indeed, the watch truly looks beautiful - well done, best yet I think
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews would you be able to send us an email to info@secondhour.com.au and we can discuss getting a watch out to you. 🙏
Fantastic review 👍🙂 love it
Thanks so much 🙂
Nice review. Really enjoyed it
Thank you very much 🙂
Great review! Currently pining for an LHD myself. Have you tried a Sinn? seriously good value for money
I sure have, great watches but still after all these years, bad buckles! Damasko is another one worth looking at. I’ve reviewed mine on my channel 👍
Very good review.......can you make a Blue Pelagos review also..?
Thank you, at this stage I just review my own watches but maybe one day my channel is big enough for more 🙂
Hello Esbjorn!
Any issues with the lume inserts on the bezel?
I'm afraid to buy this model because of that
Thanks,
WnB
I read the same things before buying. I’ve had mine snorkelling, hiking, desk diving and no issues what so ever. Perhaps it was an issue on the early eta movement models, or as people do their due diligence in researching, a disproportionate amount of us ended up reading about perhaps only a few incidents of this? Not sure but mine is solid as a rock 👍
A nice review on the Pelagos. I just got a Pelagos LHD myself and notice the bezel seems to have a bit of play when you press down on it from the top and you feel a spring effect which "bounce" the bezel back up when I release. Its that normal? Cos the bezel turns with a different feel and sound when I press down on the bezel insert and turn vs gripping the coin edge to turn.
Thanks Donald, I just tried that on mine and it’s rock solid. These all come with a 5 year warranty so might be worth contacting Tudor?
Great review 🙂
Thank you 🙂
Is it better than the rolex submariner ...?
Im thinking of either one...
Please advice..😃👍
Hahaha, when/if ever I get a Submariner…I’ll get back to you 😆. I guess if you plan to dive further than 300m…😉
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews 😅🤣👍
The roulette date wheel is interesting. I wonder what tudor would say about it? there is some sort of reason or is it just a different way to have color on the dial at different times? I have had dive watches that do that for Sunday but the roulette thing is new to me.
Yeah I know, it’s such an unusual feature! It’s another quirky reason to love the LHD version
The roulette date wheel is a throw back to the vintage Tudor Submariner model 7021.
Went to my AD today and they seem to think the LHD is about to be discontinued thoughts
Interesting….considering it’s only the LHD that’s numbered on the back, it certainly raise some questions…
Nice watch with plenty of quirks to nee you interested. Maybe invest in a baby’s toothbrush next review and give your watch a good clean to remove the crud :)
Thanks for the feedback and comment 😊
Great Review. May I ask for your wrist-size?
Thank you 😊 Yes I forgot to mention in the video, 19cm
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews Thank you so much! 👊🏼 I'm very interested in this amazing timepiece, but I'm a bit skeptical about the rather small diameter of 42 mm, as I have a rather large wrist with 20.5 cm. 🤔🙈
@@goedoensundso ah gotcha, yeah I’m quite tall and solid so I hear you. On my adult son it looks too big, on mine just right. I think it’ll be ok but perhaps try one on if you can. Perhaps a non fitted strap/bracelet will make it look larger?
Good video. Do you find it an accurate time keeper and how hard wearing in the titanium? I had another titanium watch and it was very soft and easy to dent.
Accuracy is very very good, it does scratch like titanium does. The video reflects every day usage well I think, condition wise 😊👍
It look in very good condition in your video… Do you think it’s a lot softer and easier to damage than steel?
I have a Black Bay Chrono and it’s astonishingly accurate. It gains apparently 4 seconds per week. My other watches are lucky to get that per day.
Do you know it the Pelagos has a silicone hair spring?
@@jamesb1412 I wouldn’t say a lot….but I guess all watches will take damage to some extent if bumped etc. I don’t mind that too much if I’m buying to keep 😊
But will it blend
😆
Nice ad.
my head hurts when the crown is on the wrong side
Hahaha, yeah it’s definitely one for those of us that wear it on the right hand
Left crown watches are visual dissonance.
Nice review - is it hardwearing?
Thank you, The clasp picks up a few scratches but what you see in the video is normal usage so a few small scratches. I honestly think it adds to the character. The bezel is ceramic and tough as nails
Wrist size?
19cm, 7.5”
I was really enjoying the video (great closeups, voice over, and music) but then 5:26
thats all dead skin isnt it matey?
Haha, so yes it’s a little harsh on the eye but the aim was to show everything as is on an old watch. I have since changed my approach a little since macro lenses are extremely unforgiving! Thanks for watching though 😊
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews still great video man, keep making 'em.
Should be on the left wrist my friend. That looks mega uncomfortable on your wrist so low down.
Nope, very comfortable like that for me 👌
Agree haha
Titanium scratches too easy
Definitely an issue, agreed
scratches too easy
I don’t disagree, it’s one problem with titanium, coated or not
@@EsbjornWristwatchReviews Are you sure? In theory grade 5 titanium has double the hardness of SS and as such it is doubly difficult o scratch. Even grade 2 Ti (which I think this watch uses) is as scratch resistant as SS, perhaps a bit more even.
Hmm, I like this when I tried on the shop, no doubt a damn solid watch💪
But I quite sad that the case back is actually Steel as I have allergy issue if I am wearing steel caseback🥲
Otherwise, this watch is 😍 on my short experience at AD