Bezel for timing pizzas in the oven: now that’s a honest take on functionality! Now I have a need and an excuse for a diver. Thank you
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
you are welcome ! ;) *now hit the subscribe button or it won't work tho ...*
@brandonmorris52095 ай бұрын
😂
@watch_girl_life10 ай бұрын
Blue with the Nick hook strap is the absolute winner.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
My fav of the bunch too
@nickmankeydesigns10 ай бұрын
Thank you! 👋
@MJ-we5if10 ай бұрын
I own 2 NMDs for my FXD and they are amazing. Honorable mention for the Watch Steward straps too
@wolfganghuber78733 ай бұрын
Do you mean the erika's?
@timemanagementnc297910 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I have the blue FXD and really like the OEM fabric strap, but I’ve been trying to find a good alternative single pass fabric option to switch things up a bit. You gave me several. Thanks.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thx for watching.
@jackblah58427 ай бұрын
Exact same boat as you, lots of new options to consider. Years ago I tried the Erika's on another watch and can totally relate to the fiddly clasp
@JasonCohenphoto10 ай бұрын
Another vote for Erikas. With a bit of practice the clasp becomes second nature and having endless adjustment is the best :)
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
The struggle is real for me. But they do bring an excellent balance between comfort and support
@JasonCohenphoto10 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon They really do. One thing I have found that helps is putting some downward pressure on the attachment bar on the 6 o'clock position which lifts the opposite (closest to the buckle) side up. From there I use my fingernail through the buckle (where the strap passes through) to actually attach the buckle to the bar. When the buckle is being attached to the bar, the side of the bar which the buckle is going through is actually fully exposed (thanks to the downward pressure), so it is very easy to thread the buckle through. I find that if you try and thread the buckle through while the bar is flat (parallel) against your wrist, this makes it extremely difficult. If the bar is perpendicular to your wrist, it is super easy. I also find that if you are getting used to it or if the strap is brand new, it is helpful to loosen the bar to a less tight position so that you are not fighting the stiffness of the elastic band. I hope some of this is helpful :)
@vmarsch10 ай бұрын
@@JasonCohenphoto I have a different technique I call "pinching the corner": 1. Pinching the hook with your index finger on top and thumb on the bottom, near the edge closest to your body. 2. Draw the hook past the attachment bar. 3. Hold the hook in place with your index finger while lifting the corner of the attachment bar (closest to you) with your thumb. 4. Tuck the hook into the attachment bar with your middle finger. This has become so automatic that I had to watch myself do it to remember what exactly my fingers are doing.
@paulsutphin67039 ай бұрын
Too expensive a strap to be so difficult to fasten. I bought one for my Bulova moon watch and it looks great, but the struggle to fasten it makes it nearly unwearable. Done with the brand given many other less pricy options of equal, or near equal, quality.
@JasonCohenphoto9 ай бұрын
@@paulsutphin6703 Sorry but I will have to respectfully disagree. I have tried several other budget options and the quality of strap is much different (especially after extended use). Also, the fastening really comes down to muscle memory and technique... After you get used to putting on/off, it is just as quick as any other option!
@Oakcitywatches10 ай бұрын
I recently got the black FXD and have had a tough time taking it off my wrist. Love everything about it. I have your same wrist size and wish they made it smaller but this watch doesn’t wear too big on the wrist.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Congrats. I feel the same tbh. Love it on the wrist. The fxd is soooo comfy. Not too big. But if I’m honest the p39 is better for size. Actually ideally. I’d want 40,5
@richardwarren202410 ай бұрын
Excellent video, Salmon. Thank you for providing these options. For me, my favorites for my FXD MN are the Anti-Watch Watch Club black leather strap, a blue and white elastic NATO from Aliexpress, and the OEM straps. That said, I cannot imagine conducting any military operation with my watch secured to my wrist only by Velcro. It’s madness. I wouldn’t trust the Velcro to hold to my wrist during a game of soccer.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Yeah I left out the leather because I’m not a diver on leather type. But definetly another option
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Very true about the Velcro 😅 in terms Of never coming off I’d trust the rigger straps most.
@boriskrsticАй бұрын
Very nice overview over different strap options. I have decided to but an FXD, probably the black one, and I was looking for some nice options. Thanks!
@BowlOfSalmon26 күн бұрын
enjoy it !
@Buffmafia848 ай бұрын
Great video! Just picked up the blue FXD and this was the inspiration I needed. Well done as always my man.
@BowlOfSalmon8 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you! And congrats on the NWA!
@jim9win6 ай бұрын
I’m so happy to come across this KZbin channel because it help me finding a good secure strap for my Red Bull FXD tutor. My biggest fear is finding something that will lock the watch to my ribs without having a slip on a Velcro strap.
@BowlOfSalmon6 ай бұрын
Subscribing is mandatory now 😂 thx for watching. Enjoy your fxd !
@stephen25410 ай бұрын
I own both the Blue FXD MN and the Black FXD and equally enjoy both. They are the first watch where I have owned more than one variant and do not feel redundant. In terms of straps, I like Erika’s Original’s the most as I get the best fit on my 6.5 inch wrist and find them extremely comfortable. I know they are not inexpensive, but I value the quality and comfort on the wrist. Thanks for the excellent video. Is there a separate video comparing the two versions of the FXD or was this it?
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
I think I’ll leave it at this 😂 basically they are the same watch in different colors and if you age to choose only one it’s just a matter of personal preference and Never any right or wrong
@samuelWx9 ай бұрын
As a former USN rescue swimmer, I just got the MN.23 and am smitten on the NDC original stock MN parachute strap.
@BowlOfSalmon9 ай бұрын
I unfortunately missed out to include those. Heard good things
@akhossainАй бұрын
The things I love about Tudors are the hour and the second hands are unique. You can tell them apart from lollipop second hands
@BowlOfSalmon26 күн бұрын
Yips. But there are lovers and haters. As always 😅
@johnandrews35684 ай бұрын
I've had the blue for 9 months now. A blue Erica's and a blue perlon seem to be the dominating straps on rotation. Others come and quickly go as I revert to the aforementioned.
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
that erica has a lot of time on the watch too .. mainly because I don't like to take them on/off
@johnandrews35683 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon Ha, i agree it's not as easy to remove which is also a reason my Erica has long bouts on the FXD.
@scottt.459610 ай бұрын
Great video! Per your recommendation, I’ll give the Nick Mankey a try on my MN21. Cheers 🍻
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Awesome. Thx ! Let me know your thoughts on them when you get it
@scottt.459610 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon Tom, I was just on the website and found many good options. Did you review the Pro or Classic series strap on your MN?
@deb21598 ай бұрын
The lead time for his straps is kinda nuts!
@shaheenevans4 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing the options - enjoying my MN24 and p39, the orange looks mega on the MN!
@BowlOfSalmon4 ай бұрын
Thx for Watching and taking the time to comment 🙏
@BIG-EDS10 ай бұрын
Brilliant video. The fixed bars put me off at first, although I actually love the look of the pelagos FXD. But after watching this video and seeing the vast range of straps and how it can change the look of the watch, I’m beginning to like it more than a steel bracelet.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Thanks and Glad you enjoyed it.
@jackblah58427 ай бұрын
I already have a blue FXD but I agree this is a compelling video for the FXD.
@TeaandTickers3 ай бұрын
the black FXD has been issued to the Seal Team Six for a year before release ..
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
How do you think I got one 😅
@BeepskiBopski19 күн бұрын
Those Nick Mankey straps (especiallly the new chrono grip) are the WOW!
@BowlOfSalmon16 күн бұрын
yup !
@flowjoe1005 ай бұрын
Fantastic video. Almost certainly getting the blue FXD after this 💙
@BowlOfSalmon5 ай бұрын
thx man. wear it in good health
@kabal9117 ай бұрын
Blue FXD hands down
@d.kashani10 ай бұрын
for me, the 39 because of its size and EO MN strap are dedicated straps for my watches aside a nato or rubber. Erika’s are expensive but you are getting customization and quality hardware.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
i just want the black dial & hands of the fxd on the 39
@d.kashani9 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmonagreed. If it wasn’t for the size, I would’ve bought the fxd in black. The lume hands on the 39 turned me off. I ended up going with the new seiko sje093.
@brendandegal99802 ай бұрын
I can't decide. I can only buy 1or 2 watches in this price range for the next 2 years probably. I'm leaning towards black for now but only by a very small margin. In a perfect world I would get the blue one, and the new black bay with the black bezel/dial both.
@BowlOfSalmon2 ай бұрын
Tough choices man. Follow the gut. Black is pretty allround in all situations
@justingalore12310 ай бұрын
So I’ve got a Pelagos 39. Went to buy the blue Fxd but left with the black one - I just prefer the look. So I love them all but my choice is: black Fxd, Pelagos 39, Blue FXD. As for straps - the Tudor ones look and wear well but I agree about the pubes! The Erika is pretty great. I don’t really like a nato on it - too bulky. I love the comfort of the Garmin - someone needs to make better looking ones (maybe a stripe) with no horrible plastic end. That would be the winner for me. Thanks for the other tips - a couple more for me to test.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Delugs makes something like that. But they don’t work on the fxd I think
@jerryadams467110 ай бұрын
Great video! Which Nick Mankey options did you show, exactly? The “pro,” in “grey” with “brushed” hardware, or something else?
@nickmankeydesigns10 ай бұрын
Exactly! This is probably the Blasted finish hardware though.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
This !
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Thanks ! And yip that
@jerryadams467110 ай бұрын
@@nickmankeydesignstitanium hardware option would awesome. This Tudor owner wouldn’t mind the up-charge to match the FXD case.
@nickmankeydesigns10 ай бұрын
@@jerryadams4671 There will be a whole lot more to offer than just the upgrade in material. But that's good to know! 👍
@ummar0210 ай бұрын
Man your videos are seriously a treat to watch.., Well I will go with blue FXD and with the nato strap which comes with it. Usually I like to wear my watches on Nato I am a true nato guy.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Thank you man 🙏 Make some noise for me. I love myself a good nato too 😉
@michaelcozens753710 ай бұрын
I thought it was just me that couldn’t do the buckle of MN style parachute straps. Thanks for sharing. I bought a handful of them from Ali Express for about £3 each.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
i don't condone the aliexpress stuff but yeah .. i'm clumsy
@michaelcozens753710 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon They’re elastic straps. Where do you think everyone else your buying from gets them 😂
@Bisley16 ай бұрын
I got my blue FXD MN last Friday and I‘m loving it🥳🥳 if I didn’t have other watches, I‘d have gone with the P39 for versatility, but I do, so I wanted something casual and colorful and i‘m very happy with my choice. I compared it side by side with the regular Pelagos and black FXD and the blue is my winner😊😎
@BowlOfSalmon6 ай бұрын
Congrats!🥂
@vmarsch10 ай бұрын
I have the MN FXD, and I consider the other two a step down because of their uni-directional bezels. I end up using the bezels much more on my bi-directional countdown watches.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
pizza lover huh :)
@uncleben453610 ай бұрын
This video is super handy. I just got the pelagos 39 last week, and the long clasp on the bracelet is bothering me. I currently have about 7 nato’s on the way, and a couple others. I’m still on the fence with Erika’s, as it’s hard to justify the asking price. But then again, I did just pay a ridiculous amount for a spring bar removal tool (Bergeron 7825)😂
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Enjoy the 39! Seen my other strap guide vid on it ?
@uncleben453610 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon yes I watched your video on it. Looking forward to going through your channel and watching a bunch more.
@mehdibb4186Ай бұрын
FXD blue for me . Thaty color is truly unique . it has a lot of depth comapred to the regualor Pelagos
@BowlOfSalmonАй бұрын
I'd need to get it back on my wrist
@danvann777Ай бұрын
Just picked up the Black FXD. ZELANDE for straps are next level.
@BowlOfSalmonАй бұрын
great choice.. good straps too
@pas00034 ай бұрын
Blue FXD is definitely the best looking of the bunch!
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
i'm still undecided
@ericfroment40653 ай бұрын
I am getting one to replace my planet ocean 2500 but but but but but but I don't know witch one!!!! black are bleu??? they both look fabulous
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
Impossible decisions. Black is so versatile. Blue is a nice change
@ericfroment40653 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon I know!!!???? Thanks from Ireland great video
@henrymc57334 ай бұрын
The Watch Steward "G Series" straps are great with fixed spring bars (and a lot less $ than Erika's Straps)
@BowlOfSalmon4 ай бұрын
Ill have to check those out
@bigvern51635 ай бұрын
I use the bark & jack NATO’s on my FXD’s. They are really good quality
@BowlOfSalmon5 ай бұрын
You won’t hear me argue 🙏
@theeverydayguy16 күн бұрын
I myself prefer the Garmin style velcro straps for comfort & adjustability. And they are very inexpensive so you can get several colors just for fun.
@BowlOfSalmon13 күн бұрын
Those are fun indeed
@ronnienes8 ай бұрын
Just got an Erika’s for my black dial FXD. It’s a lovely strap although damn it’s hard to get through the lugs and even harder to fasten. Hopefully this gets easier but it’s not a quick change strap. I had also thought it would be mounted without material against the caseback but that is not how it works, unlike cheaper models. To be clear, that misunderstanding is on me!
@BowlOfSalmon8 ай бұрын
Yep. Not the easiest install. To be honest. Most aren’t easy on the fxd. (Beside the regular nato ). The extra one layer fabric underneath I kinda enjoy tbh dunno why that is.
@onifrakimarq766310 ай бұрын
I really like the zuludiver octopod system.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
It’s the easiest to put on and Off the wrist. Should have said that. Damnit
@stebesplace10 ай бұрын
For the NMD straps, he's working on a titanium version which will pair perfectly with the FXD. Not sure when it's coming, presumably before summer if not earlier since he's almost done prototyping. Thanks for the great video! I have a blue FXD and love it. I do like the black as well, and might have gone for that if it came out sooner, but I got the blue and since it was a gift specific to 2023, and it's a '23, I'll keep this one forever. One other thing, I really like the association of MN with the FXD. It's very inline with the older Tudor Subs, with a modern take. The black and Red Bull Racing version just feel like they're marketing partnerships, diluting the line a bit. Still, all are very nice and you can't go wrong with any of them.
@nickmankeydesigns10 ай бұрын
Someone has been paying close attention! 😀Can't wait to share what I have in store!
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
I need someone to do the impossible and make a bracelet for it 😂
@zdniceАй бұрын
I really want them to come out out with a 39 in blue.
@BowlOfSalmonАй бұрын
you and me both.. or not .. would cost me
@chuckgladfelter2 ай бұрын
I ended up with the black one after comparing them side to side. The reason is because black goes with any color strap and that's important since you're limited to NATOs.
@BowlOfSalmon2 ай бұрын
yip.. very true. good move
@gmazardi544310 ай бұрын
Great video. I love the strap options for these lovely watches. One day I will own one of these bad boys 🤞
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Hope that will be soon for you mate
@jackblah58427 ай бұрын
Blue FXD all day long. The material of the factory blue pin buckle strap is strange and amazing.
@BLR6539 ай бұрын
Since I have a BB58 blue the black FXD does speak a lot more to me. It also is different enough (way different) from my Submariner that it has its own character (which I like). If I didn't have the BB58 blue then I would go with the MN version.
@BowlOfSalmon9 ай бұрын
I opted to to keep the blue mn to have a change in colour in the collection and the p39 atm is atm my top pick for black diver
@jamessmith35993 ай бұрын
I keep wondering if you can get leather NATO straps that would fit through the slots for this watch. That way I could dress the watch up or dress the watch down.
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
Any nato fits this watch
@RocketDog7310 ай бұрын
That grey elastic strap unfortunately would get sucked of fin a wipe out. It looks good though.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
nato still your best choice.. would you surf with the OG strap ?
@RocketDog7310 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon - I don’t think my confidence would be great in that either once it has been used a bit and has sand, wax and other dirt in the Velcro. Unless of course if worn under the sleeve of a wetsuit. Definitely not in warm water.
@Distractingdials10 ай бұрын
Let’s gooo, love your uploads buddy 👍🏼
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the visit mate
@webb32019 ай бұрын
I own both a Blue MN 23 and a Pelagos 39, both are great. I do find myself thinking of moving both on and switching to the black dial as I do prefer it on the FXD. So do I buy a Black FXD and sell both of the others? Not sure yet.
@BowlOfSalmon9 ай бұрын
I let The Black fxd go again. Happy with the 39 And The blue is a nice switch up
@marksulloway56696 ай бұрын
Thank you for the strap overview.
@BowlOfSalmon6 ай бұрын
welcome mate. thx for watching (and interacting! always a helps!)
@hendersonshorology10 ай бұрын
What a video! Defo made me want to try out a few more strap options on my black FXD 👍🏻 The best one? Well that’s the black FXD ofc 😂 Cheers Tom!
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Ofcourse it is 😅🤜
@NeoWahNah10 ай бұрын
Excellent video! Thanks for sharing and saving us alot of money! Or..... wait.... showing me more strap options I didn't know about.... leading me to spend money🙄.....
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
I should make videos ‘ I bought this so you don’t have too ‘ …. But I prefer talking About things I like 🤭
@gregblackmon28 ай бұрын
Love my blue. Great video. Thank you.
@BowlOfSalmon7 ай бұрын
thx for checking in !
@nickmankeydesigns10 ай бұрын
Beautiful work! And I couldn't agree more on all points 😀 It will eternally baffle me that "hook and loop" was the final choice of material on the stock strap supplied from Tudor.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Thanks you ! As long as we don’t call it Velcro right !? 🫣.
@nickmankeydesigns10 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon NGL, I had to revise my wording before posting 😅
@user-tq3ev3 ай бұрын
Bro can you do strap guide for Tudor Monochrome.
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
I’d love that. Please ask Tudor to supply one
@ericmoss834410 ай бұрын
The Blue FXD would be my choice! I already have a No-Date Submariner so the black dialed Pelagos's wouldn't get worn much.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Makes sense. I hope to find a sub to finally wrap up my quest for a diver on a bracelet
@ericmoss834410 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon Sub has to be one of the best bracelet divers! Good luck on your quest.
@matthewehrlich519510 ай бұрын
I’ve got the original blue MN FXD and love it. It gets the most wrist time out of my whole collection. I was intrigued by the black dial when it was released but ultimately I feel like the blue version is just a touch more interesting or special in some way. I like the OEM Velcro strap but mix it up with the garmin strap for work (thanks youreterrific) and B&J NATOs. I’ve got a Nick Mankey on order but they take a while. Great video
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Thanks. I’m still very very very indecisive
@way2wei10 ай бұрын
Excellent vidéo. If you keep the P39, just let the black FXD go. But on the other hand, Black FXD could be the only and more versatile Pelagos you need 🤷♂️ But don’t pay attention to my 2cents, or I’d recommend you some other pieces 😅
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
I blame you for all of it 😅
@GEEKinLyfe10 ай бұрын
Do one for the explorer ii
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Grey nato. The end 😝
@dennissourvanos7379 ай бұрын
I pick the Red Bull Racing.
@BowlOfSalmon9 ай бұрын
Do it. It’s not that obviously present but I’m afraid I’m too big of an f1 fan and not a Rb fan. But I like the watch and execution
@dennissourvanos7379 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon I meant I got it, I really like it!
@sebastien64838 ай бұрын
I'm not a redbull fan either though I like vcarb. I'm on a list for the Alinghi. It was so good in person.
@syktgrei7 ай бұрын
I still wear my watches mostly on bracelets and I prefer smaller sizes. So Pelagos 39 for me.
@choond9 ай бұрын
Thanks! Great suggestions
@BowlOfSalmon9 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@jasonbarnwell46804 ай бұрын
Do you know of anywhere to get an aftermarket rubber strap for the FXD ?the one that comes with It is too short for my 7 5/8 inchwrist
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
Zealande just released some ... not sure about length
@Georgy_477 ай бұрын
you have a 6.5 inch wrist ? i always thought the peli 39 was for me cause i was afraid the FXD is too big on my wirst seeing it on your had makes me want one :D its looks too good not to have one would be a crime
@BowlOfSalmon7 ай бұрын
I still prefer the 39 myself tbh and I'm not sure why. middle of the pack would be ideal
@robbasilio72352 ай бұрын
The fxd is quirky/niche to begin with, which makes it appealing Pelagos 39= safe Pelly fxd black=safe and toolish Pelly fxd navy= extremely niche Your choice will depend on your present watch collection and your collecting philosophy I see the Pelagos line as pure tool watches….which model is the right tool for you. Tbh the 39 and black fxd sort of cancel each other out because of similarities (color, bezel orientation ) the blue to me sticks out with its color and countdown bezel, these are just my thoughts.
@BowlOfSalmon2 ай бұрын
Solid thoughts ! Blue was the one that stayed. For now. And the p39 is still here too
@ajgross6710 ай бұрын
I finally picked up a blue FXD 2 weeks ago and it hasn’t left my wrist since. I bought a Barton leather nato that I have been wearing it on a lot, but I have a grey Nick Mankey strap on order. I absolutely love Nick’s straps, but I do not love the 3 month wait haha
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Maybe nick didn’t need the extra attention 😝. I wore my blue a lot too. They just are soooo comfortable
@nickmankeydesigns10 ай бұрын
Working on it!
@K.J.H_10 ай бұрын
I love that black FXD though I think it would have been perfect if they pulled the size in 2mm in all directions and gave it a bi-directional bezel. We really need to get over the whole uni-directional thing, no one is relying on dive tables and their luxury dive watch to time a dive.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Two words. Pizza timer.
@jackblah58427 ай бұрын
Nobody seems to get this. The bi-directional bezel tipped the scale for me and I love it. I don't understand why the black isn't the same. Even if you did use a luxury watch as you backup timer to your computer bi-directional would be fine. What really pisses me off is when lazy companies make a 24hr GMT and keep the uni-directional bezel.
@jamesd568910 ай бұрын
Love the look of the black in pictures, but have to agree that I'd prefer an improved pelagos 39. The blue fxd wins out for me with the M.N. connection accounting for the fixed lugs and bidirectional countdown bezel. Makes it a bit quirky and interesting to stand out against all the modern and vintage inspired divers out there
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Agreed with all those points tbh. Still I don’t want to let any go …
@10cosmic5 ай бұрын
Hello, what is your wrist size? Mine is 6.5 and im worried this watch is a tad too big. Thanks
@BowlOfSalmon5 ай бұрын
the answer can be found in my latest video ;). spoiler alert ... 16,5cm
@lakota_stu5 ай бұрын
Try Zulu Alpha Straps from the UK, best NATO on the market
@BowlOfSalmon5 ай бұрын
will do
@jim9win5 ай бұрын
Go blue all day just got one
@BowlOfSalmon4 ай бұрын
No wrong choice
@maglab29703 ай бұрын
Black has the best legibility in my collection. Nato strap all day.
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
can't beat it for legibility
@maritimuse912710 ай бұрын
Great video!
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@danb901210 ай бұрын
Super video as always Tom. I think the size of the 39 is perfect (for me at least) so a blue FXD in that size would be the one, but as that’s not possible I would say the blue FXD for the win.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
I don’t want to know what happens if I see a blue 39 😂
@mjdm192510 ай бұрын
Tudor needs to create a FXD 39!!!! So I can have both the Pelagos 39 and the FXD
@davidb95315 ай бұрын
I feel like in my dreams (with my m100 and my FXD) I wish to be Tom from Bowl of Salmon
@BowlOfSalmon4 ай бұрын
🤣🤣🤛👋
@z06cowboy7210 ай бұрын
The Black suits me the best.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
versatile
@GuillermoCordero2810 ай бұрын
Great video. I´ve been eyeing the Hawkrigger straps but haven´t decided between Rigerband or Grappleband. Also not sure if the FXD version adds too much bulk compared with the standard version. I don´t need the FXD version but its always nice to have it ready for any future fixed bar watches that might come to the collection.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
I’ve only tried one atm so I can’t help with that decision too much. Thx for watching
@LuckyJack9910 ай бұрын
MN Blue FXD for me ! Love it !!!! As to the strap……I huge fan of the hook and loop followed by with Erika’s straps.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
how is your strap looking after a while ?
@meissnar10 ай бұрын
Excellent video! Which camera and lens did you use for that awesome shots? 🤩
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
subscribe 10 times and I'll tell you ;) sony a7rv & 90mm macro is the workhorse for most of the macro
@zambonidriver427 ай бұрын
FXD Carbon for me.
@BowlOfSalmon7 ай бұрын
those red bull ones felt great. just less my cup of tea
@onifrakimarq76637 ай бұрын
Can't wait to geht my own fxd m.n. 😊
@andrewchesterong657710 ай бұрын
I use CNS PARASTRAP and it’s a wonderful strap for,the FXD
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Haven’t tried em yet. Will have a look
@MCWristWatches10 ай бұрын
As you already know, I’m team blue on this one! Also, all the straps look incredibly good on these two 😮
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
Blue isn’t Mrs salmon approved anymore 😝
@dopagony994610 ай бұрын
keep that black FXD, I think its a no brainer.
@BowlOfSalmon10 ай бұрын
As long as I don’t think it over it’s a no-brainer :)
@hoss60483 ай бұрын
Black Pelagos for me..
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
Great. And I keep the blue
@Oak4323 ай бұрын
Nice video bro, are you indian?
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
Chuckled 😂
@z06cowboy728 ай бұрын
Black by a mile, the backwards blue is a miss for me.
@BowlOfSalmon8 ай бұрын
any choice is good mate. it's all a matter of personal taste
@MarniUehara-g6d3 ай бұрын
Dooley Pass
@BowlOfSalmon3 ай бұрын
you are just trying to get on his wall of fame now ;)
@optimizedpran12478 ай бұрын
That red and green strap is butt ugly. Looks like a christmas tree. That being said - I like that black more than that blue.
@BowlOfSalmon8 ай бұрын
Straps are there as starting point ;)
@bobbydazzler17809 ай бұрын
Red Bull for me. These are too boring and without character. The exposed velcro section also looks really bad on all of these watches. Unless you have a tiny wrist and the strap completely covers the ugly Velcro.
@BowlOfSalmon9 ай бұрын
if you prefer red bull. by all means do it .. but why attack a watch that other people like just because you don't like it !?
@bobbydazzler17809 ай бұрын
@@BowlOfSalmon it’s called freedom of speech. Perhaps people that don’t agree have to stay silent under your rules?