Tudor Pelagos LHD: What, Why, and Why Not

[@M123OCT]

As your channel grows, please don't change anything - it's perfect as it is. Don't become one of those shouty show-offs with stupid catchphrases.

[@JackProzac]

"It's 10:30--let's get down to business..." *Dies of cringe*

[@steelsteez6118]

@@JackProzac ahhh the guy still living in the 2010 KZbin comments section...

[@FrankThaThird]

Agreed, kind of reminds me of an 80s movie narration.

[@vincent67239]

Except for, “Fuck no.” “Fuck no” can stay.

[@180mph9]

Wow, you are spot on for my taste, so tired of the watch nerds rattling off like they are watch gods. Ugh. This channel has it right.

[@Mrfaisalariffin89]

I love how ur American but u always lead measurements in metric instead of imperial. Good stuff. And on behalf of 99 percent of the world. Thank you.

[@kevingrr]

Great note on the end links - most watch reviews don't note how male/female affects wearability and I wish they would. I have the original 2-line black Pelagos, purchased before the blue/LHD came out, and it has been an exceptional watch. While I agree it could be nice if it was thinner, I sometimes like the extra chunk of the Pelagos compared to my Sub (124060). The thickness gives the watch some significant presence without feeling overdone because it is all matte.

[@matts6551]

Did you ever give us that updated video on your LHD? I’m in the market for one this year and would like to see how you took to it. Thanks

[@richardvuu5247]

This review was a big reason I picked up the LHD thanks! nice feature on Teddy's channel too, excited to see your channel develop this year.

[@dustinely]

This is hands-down my favorite watch channel. Talking about watches in terms of fun and not just sheer value is so refreshing and the jokes are always spot on. 🍻

[@YoureTerrific]

And no reaction photos in the thumbnail. I pride myself on that.

[@backpackerx]

@@YoureTerrific Those stupid open mouth reaction shots or hands on the face like you’re freakin’ Macaulay Culkin drive me insane. Your corner of the world is a better place.

[@rufusandrascle]

Love my LHD! Easily my favorite diver. Took it cave diving last week and the lume is incredible. Almost the same as my dive computer.

[@IQof2]

How long does the lume last?

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

LOL

[@ajgross67]

The MT5612 (current movement in pelagos) is 6.5mm thick. The MT5402 (movement in the BB58 and new ranger) is 5mm thick. I know it is unlikely, but if they were to just swap movements and reduce the thickness by 1-1.5mm as a result the pelagos would be my absolute dream dive watch. 12.6mm and titanium would be an absolute dream

[@GCPlati85]

Good point. But that dream would turn into a nightmare quickly when the watch becomes unobtainable at retail and trades at triple MSRP on the secondary market. You're Terrific said it best ... our brains are broken. So is my heart. I need a new hobby.

[@pizza.doctor]

They definitely will at some point

[@Not_me9791]

@@GCPlati85 in some places maybe... In paris they told me i need to wait 6 months for the BB Pro and they put me in their waiting list (is not a wish one... Hehehe), but the watch is waiting for me since a couple of months in my home country! My AD even asked if I was going to pick it up in august, but I've told him september...

[@bobj8877]

They already managed to make a thinner Pelagos with the FXD, by dropping the water resistance down to 200m and eliminating the helium escape valve. Downside is that it's missing the best in class bracelet and clasp.

[@NeoWahNah]

​@r2l100 what about the P39?

[@steelsteez6118]

I've said it before and I'll say it again.... THIS MAN DOES NOT MISS!!!!

[@vikrambhatiaxyz]

Dear which is the strap at 3:30 ? It looks wonderful

[@BrittPearceWatches]

This is a LHD done right! The Rolex LHD hurts my brain. But this one is just perfectly done, and you get sooo much watch for its price

[@els46]

I watched your video last week & the thinner Pelagos you talked about wanting is here now 👍 I might just buy the new 39 myself.

[@bobj8877]

Exactly what I was thinking. I came back to this video today to see if anyone was mentioning the 39 in the comments. I have a BB58 but plan to sell for the Pelagos. I used to own an LHD but sold it within a year due to the thickness.

[@ColtCapperrune]

Man, your videos are some of my favorite watch content on KZbin. You should have five times the subscriber count, and I’m rooting you on that you get there soon!

[@YoureTerrific]

Thanks so much. I’m not counting, though.

[@garethsigrist8714]

Congratulations on the new pickup! I’m looking forward to to seeing what you make of the SSK too. Today agree that square indeces work so much better with snowflake hands than round ones. It’s how a Tudor diver is supposed to be! I know I’m very much in the minority but it’s why the Black Bay 58 always looks just slightly “wrong” to me. But hey, different strokes for different folks and all that.

[@phase2006]

I adore my Pelagos, if there was literally any one thing I could change, it would be the spring bar / lack of access. It's wild how difficult they are to replace.

[@YoureTerrific]

Dude, seriously. I broke out sweating while changing straps.

[@mb-watches]

Congrats Evan, the LHD is the best pelagos, and its great to you bought it in Italy. Nice memories on the wrist. Enjoy the hell out of it, cheers P.S.: I guess we are rocking currently the same watch on our wrist, 5KX GMT is awesome 👍🏻

[@WouterZtube]

Glad to hear you find the bracelet sharp too. The watch case was too with mine. I did the unthinkable and took my dremel and added a small bevel to the edges. Knowingly reducing the value of the watch, but it made all the difference. I did it link by link and under magnification and you won't notice it. Can tell you that I was very nervous doing it though. Glad it worked. Only two things that bother me with this watch are the minor misalignment of the bezel insert (hello Seiko) and the spring of the clasp being too stiff to be comfortable. Oh, and it should have been grade 5 titanium

[@UGA.D]

Smashed my 2-liner on the file cabinet at work today. Ugh! I looked down and there was black paint on both the crystal and bezel at @ 2:00. I wiped off the paint and took a close look. Not a mark on it the watch. Pelagos 1, File Cabinet 0.

[@cscs89]

The Pelagos 39 is out :p looking forward for your opinion

[@MrPhilHeim]

Watched your OG Pelagos vid on repeat for a year before I could get my own Blue Beauty, pumped to get some more great Pelly content

[@daviddicicco195]

Your reviews are some of the best around!

[@esteban6302]

Great watch, bought mine a month ago and still love it and wear it every day. I had to smooth the sharp edges on the bracket which was disappointing to have to do, but it’s not the only watch I’ve had to smooth sharp edges from. Now it’s done and all good and glad I did it. Hope you enjoy yours as much as I’m enjoying mine!

[@sebastian5030]

You (really are) terrific. I want this to be my favorite watch-reviewer-channel for as long as possible. Also want to express my gratitude for your decision to reveal your face.

[@mr22guy]

I've been wanting to try out a lefty for a long time. I just built a lefty Seiko mod and I absolutely love it. It only took a few days to stop thinking that it looks upside down :) That was my initial turn-off on this Pelagos but now I know I'd actually like it.

[@EzioDCM]

A GMT Pelagos would be really great!!! About Pelagos LHD, I love it. I 've bought it a few weeks ago and I can't take it away. When even I wear my datejust or my moonwatch I really miss it! I think no one of your "why not" is a deal breaker... common is a real tool watch! It must have those sizes and the titanium is perfect for it! Chears from Italy!

[@JJchin306]

Revisiting this after the release of the Pelagos 39... Looks like it's time to shuffle the collection!

[@seth4648]

Thank you for showing great detail on the clasp and bracelet. A lot of us are bracelet only guys and the clasp can make or break a watch.

[@2K9s]

I can relate and report this one is excellent.

[@RobinH8869]

It’s a lovely watch and I’m a leftie but it’s just too big for me. However I recently tried the FXD and that wears much smaller than the dimensions would suggest. But the dial and bezel colours of the LHD are still nicer

[@YoureTerrific]

I hear that. I just can’t get on board with those fixed bars.

[@deskdiversthlm]

Love the LHD but my very skinny wrists was never able to pull it off. Went flr the Pelagos 39 instead that apart from missing the cool LHD features wears like a dream. Great video! 🙌

[@kallensaczkowski]

That lume always looks so blue in the videos. Mine is more of a bright green blue. I guess the colour varies slightly? Ive seen some bezels with both the green and blue lume

[@stebesplace]

Some good points here, and I think that was a great pickup on your trip! I see you holding on to this for awhile, but probably not a long term keeper unless it's quirky enough to fit into your collection lifestyle. Regardless, I'm a big fan of the watch and while I don't see them revamping the line anytime soon, I'd like to see them expand the colorway in the future, maybe introduce green or another color.

[@yousif4646]

I couldn’t keep this watch more than a couple of months. Though it has the nicest dial of all Tudor tool watches, it was, as you stated it, the bracelet. The watch never felt comfortable on my rest because of it. Enjoy yours though. Hope you have a much better experience than mine.

[@chriscambe]

It's amazing how often I agree with you. It's my only Tudor, for me the model that doesn't copy Rolex. The LHD is numbered, it's more exclusive. I find that the clasp springs are too stiff, it hurts after a while when the wrist swells. greetings from France.

[@ericl755]

perfect choice: The pelagos is the best modern automatic luxury diver. I wear sytematically my bleue one (on blue rubber) in holidays and sold my Tudor Heritage.

[@zHumanfactor]

Well produced and well delivered, you're on the way up, sir.

[@roblogan6703]

I noticed that you mentioned that you don't like how the titanium clasp feels against your wrist. News Flash: the case back and folding clasp are both steel.

[@timeintheuk]

And a month later the 40mm is released

[@naorgozlan6135]

Beautiful in any way… wouldn’t a 44mm be an excellent option for 7inch wrist or larger?

[@2K9s]

No, don’t think so. Especially with the thickness and bracelet heft. My wrist is >8.125 and it fits perfectly and used to wear a breitling Bentley and super avenger that were too big for function, imho. The other thing that surprised me was the weight and balance that make it feel sporty but not too heavy or cheap (light). *I’ve got a video.

[@Geniusclicks]

Yes, the helium is more so, where things get unnecessary... The 300M submariner @ 12mm thick is the sweet spot.

[@DougFNJ]

Tudor has been doing great with the later releases. I echo the annoyance of a watch running slow vs fast. I have issues with titanium vs steel. For some reason as my wrist swells during the day, titanium either becomes too tight or too loose vs steel. I find titanium best on straps, and I really like that canvas strap you showed off.

[@daniel_chayra]

Just saw your IWC Mark XVIII video, have you seen the new Mark XX?

[@maxstatic]

I wish they would make the same watch with the crown on the right. I love the yellowish line over the regular black. I just can’t do a crown on the left.

[@samnathan2709]

You’re so right about the square markers. I’ve always liked the look of this watch but I could never put my finger on why. I wear a black bay 36 which I’m really happy with, but I’d be tempted to upgrade if they revamped with a similar look to this. Unfortunately my wrist could never carry off one of these bad boys

[@YoureTerrific]

Square markers are the original for Tudor dive watches.

[@jpbalboarocks]

Your wish for a new Pelagos was granted. What do you think about the Pelagos 39?

[@YoureTerrific]

I love the new size, I don’t care for the dial and bezel.

[@MistaRhoi]

I am in love with the blue used on the Pelagos, always have been. It's the closest tone of blue that is like the deep deep vibrant blue only found on glacial ponds; that glow from within given they're on a huge ice cube. It's a huge watch for me, but I always go back and think "could I pull it off?" I want a smaller 300m version. That would be amazing. Also, congratulazioni signore!

[@ethanfailes7908]

How big is your wrist? I have the blue pelagos and I love the colour as well. But I have 6.25 and it's fine on me. But as a tool watch it's OK to be larger I think. I would like it in the Hulk inspired green.

[@MistaRhoi]

@@ethanfailes7908 My wrist is exactly 6 inches in circumference. Width wise I can’t do anything with a lug to lug bigger than 47.5-48mm.

[@ethanfailes7908]

@@MistaRhoi that's a shame hopefully they do make a 40mm version one day for you.

[@MistaRhoi]

@@ethanfailes7908 Yeah, me too. The most chunky tool watch I have is the Seiko SPB213. Wears chunkier on the bracelet it comes with but still works on my wrist. That one is a 40mm.

[@Brian1f1]

Ready for that updated review boss!

[@tim462]

What do you think about the Sinn U50 on a rubber strap as a cheaper Alternative to this watch? :)

[@MrQuocanh80]

Love your reasoning for buying the watch, spoken like a true watch lover! Great review!

[@kuqezi294]

what is the blue jean shirt you are wearing ? where did you buy it ? looks good

[@Ibowers2]

I loved owning the Pelagos blue, and yet I sold it. It was almost so great, yet I don't miss it because I know Tudor will iterate on it to make it better. I'll be patient.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

What ultimately made you sell it?

[@Ibowers2]

@@eyeheartsushi2212 The BB58. The size and dimensions were what I was looking for. The James Stacy Pelagos GMT concept would be ideal.

[@mikaxms]

7:20 Haha, sneaky little girl

[@YoureTerrific]

I taught her everything she knows.

[@pizza.doctor]

You absolute madman i noticed that cheeky okay ciao at the end

[@YoureTerrific]

😉

[@clifflin]

great video! am thinking about picking one of these up, definitely more unique than the BB58 and not vintagey. Any thoughts on the new Pelagos 39? Will you be selling this for that??

[@YoureTerrific]

Love the size of the new but dislike the sunburst dial and brushed bezel. I think a Pelagos looks best with matte finishes.

[@Ride_on54]

The problem is they addressed the thickness with the 39 but now it’s to small for me anyway and no more matt finish I don’t really fancy the 39 myself

[@TheIronSnail]

Ugh I absolutely love your style & videos!!

[@YoureTerrific]

Thanks so much

[@TheIronSnail]

@@YoureTerrific of course!!

[@Mrblackhawksman]

Would be curious to see a review on the Piaget Polo

[@wisanu99]

Pelagos LHD is the best to me because I like that yellowish markers. The watch is sexiest on leather. It’s saying I’m a tool rugged watch who makes no compromised but I dress up to the occasion. When it’s back on bracelet, it’s saying I’m modern, uncompromised, don’t care about being flashy and don’t care about being different, and I’m the beast.

[@dukethecat7810]

Congrats on scratching that itch! Look forward to the updates and seeing if it winds up being a keeper for you.

[@drkesrf]

There is an update to the pelagos, the FXD. Granted there is no bracelet version.

[@YoureTerrific]

Yeah. Not for me.

[@UltraDoug]

Holy crap, that brown strap combo is killing it. Pelagoseses…..Pelagi ? Made of pure Beskar metal.

[@YoureTerrific]

I know. That’s gonna be my cool weather combo.

[@yianpap6093]

It's a Greek word and the plural is Pelaga:)

[@Gixer750pilot]

I love the off white markers . Im thinking of getting one and having the movement flipped round to make it RHD . I wonder if it can be rotated around

[@8AP1]

It can be flipped no problem, as the dial feet are in the same position when rotated 180 degrees. You are flipping the dial 180 degrees, not the movement, but I'm sure that's what you meant. The only caveat is you'd need to replace the date wheel with a standard Pelagos date wheel, otherwise the date will be upside down. This means means you lose the roulette colours for the date wheel, so if you can live with that, it's 100% doable.

[@simunijima3327]

Hey Your voice seems kinda tired. Are you okay?? Also, love the watch, and the video!

[@YoureTerrific]

Jet lag

[@chenchina4577]

IF one is comfortable in one's own skin and not in any social media induced need of a crown and ROLEX on the dial for self validation, the Pelagos LHD is, IMO, THE perfect watch to own in place of the Submariner AND Sea Dweller. And basically ANY other "dive" watch. Well...except maybe for the fun and quirky P01. The LHD is also a perfect "one watch collection watch" if there ever was such a thing. Congrats & enjoy!!

[@sterlingreign]

Another wonderful video! Keep it up... love your style of presentation

[@Charlie7829]

this watch is awesome. Titanium has something I cant explain why I'm drawn to it...

[@2K9s]

One thing that caught me off guard is the warm, darkness of the titanium bracelet and dial indices… in a very good way.

[@stavros_katsopr]

This is what happens when you get near to Greece, you mess up with Pelagos... As for the lefty crown, who cares, it's a great watch. Oh, and probably the best clasp out there. PS Nice interview btw, cool indeed. PS2 On the perlon strap is great, but the smile on the back is priceless!

[@watchwanted6580]

Great video usually 👍😎 absolutely agree with you, I bought LHD for the same reasons, it’s modern but the same time is so heritage and different 👌 this my favorite casual watch

[@michaelfierman3256]

Evan that looks so good on you. That leather strap combo is super handsome....and who knew about the roulette ?? You learn something new on here every day.

[@YoureTerrific]

Thanks, Michael!

[@jeremydahm2124]

Picked one up yesterday at the boutique in NYC. Wears pretty darn good on my 6.5 inch wrist considering the dimensions. I sent it in today because the date doesn't center in the window. I saw somewhere this is common and fixable. I'm really hoping. Meanwhile the watch ain't on me wrist unfortunately. My vintage Seamaster and GMT line up perfectly in the center of the window. Is this a precise Swiss made time piece or what? Right?

[@jacobvonloh69]

Didn’t even know about the roulette date wheel on this one. Sneaky cool feature I’ve always loved!

[@Leonoscarr]

I’m headed to Rome in a few months. Could you tell me about this VAT and why it’s a benefit to buy the watch over there?

[@bettersteps]

Great video. Makes me admire the LHD even more. I'd consider selling my collection to make the LHD my one watch collection.

[@cchungy]

Got one on a European vacation as well…

[@bobj8877]

Bought it, tried it, and loved it...BUT....I just couldn't get over the thickness and sold it within a year when the BB58 was announced. I'd absolutely prefer the style of the Pelagos, but ultimately the perfect proportions of the BB58 won out for me. The FXD was such a tease, because they thinned the case out and even ditched the date, but as much as I do like that, I'd much prefer to have the bracelet/clasp and I also prefer the LHD color scheme.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

It’s like Tudor refuses to get it right although, even though I think it wears small on me, they nailed it with the BB58.

[@bobj8877]

@@eyeheartsushi2212 I love my BB58, but I think a Pelagos in similar dimensions (maybe 40mm instead of 39) would be the perfect diver.

[@bobj8877]

@@eyeheartsushi2212 well, I guess Tudor listened 🤣 I'm not on the list for a Pelagos 39 (which actually measures closer to 40mm).

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

@@bobj8877 LOL funny how that worked out.

[@daniel_chayra]

I used to own a pelagos many many years ago, and for the longest time couldn't describe why I sold it...until now. IT IS ✨sticky✨

[@147mastery9]

This one is stunning. I once tried the blue one in an AD and since then I am confident that would I once buy a luxury diver, it will be the pelagos.

[@TROY2048]

that text at 6 oclock is longer than Star Wars opening crawl

[@tombland7336]

Another great review and the humour is top class - you must have spent some time in the UK to have such great dry sarcasm!

[@NamNguyen-hm9vo]

Mister, apart from watches you do have taste on mixing colors on your outfit. Your channel deserves much more recognition

[@YoureTerrific]

Thanks

[@conradcoolerfiend]

flip for 39?

[@josephgittos3787]

Wish they did the LHD as a RHD love the off white dial, I am also not a lover of Titanium so a steel version option would of been a bonus

[@Lockeful]

This video is so good, I had to watch it twice in a row. Like all your videos actually. Looking forward to the Superocean reviews. Cheers, fullsetphil

[@Floodbait_117]

As a lefty I am drooling over a left hand luxury watch

[@ChrisH133878]

Maybe it's not, but as a left-handed person who wears a wristwatch on the right wrist, I just presumed that was the reason for the LHD. It's interesting that you didn't mention that.

[@mtbbiker6401]

You are correct but he's wearing it on his left wrist. I would do the same. As a righty, I can't wear watches on my right hand.

[@scottlalonde2878]

Someone probably already quoted, but:"I'd be losing money if I DIDN'T buy a watch, am I right?!" Classic Evan. I always written the Pelegos off, titanium an square hour markers, bleh. But tastes change, I guess, this looks really nice. Been having Rolex/Tudor fatigue lately, but this review is refreshing, thanks🙂👍

[@YoureTerrific]

You know me so well.

[@waterfordrs22]

Someone with a 6” wrist is free to wear whatever they please, but those are big watches. As mentioned, they like most Tudors are quite chunky. I’m not convinced that watch would wear well on someone with a wrist below 7”. Doesn’t mean someone can’t, do it anyway, but I wouldn’t suggest sight unseen. I’m not typically a left hand drive guy, this LHD works for me. I’m not typically drawn to date complications either on a tool watch. The vintage inspired red date numerals do work fir me. The helium escape valve means nothing to me either, the massive water resistance adding all that thickness means nothing to me either, but to a lot of consumers, who probably don’t dive either, this watch has appeal in that it is a real diver unlike the BB series. The square indices seem to work better with the snowflake hand. That’s a shame because I’m not typically a fan of how the square indices look. This version has always been an exception for me. This is a very good watch, not one I’d buy without seeing it in person.

[@paulbonaventura4969]

The videos are so impressive. How long does it take to create them?

[@fooly95]

What’s the name of that jacket? Looks nice!

[@YoureTerrific]

Kush jacket from Nau. Long gone.

[@AP-gn9fd]

Great review. Your images are so crisp, the watch looks stunning.

[@kushing80]

Timely. I’ve been stocking this one too. Thinking of selling my BB58 once I find a LHD example to buy. Those ‘little balls’ are a real bonus. LoL!! Not sure I’ll be able to go off shore to look for one tho. Wish Tudor made them more readily available here in North America.

[@Watchatete]

Did you try on the FXD? It is thinner but does not pair with any type of bracelet. Also it does not have a helium valve and lower depth? Might be a better Pelagos?

[@YoureTerrific]

Tried it. Didn’t like what the fixed bars do to straps.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

It's just suuuuch a cool watch... HOW COULD YOU NOT?! I've got such a soft spot for this watch! If it wasn't so giant, I would be all over it!

[@christrayling1852]

Great review. I've ordered an LHD (due in Oct.22). You confirm a lot of the thoughts and considerations that I had before I pulled the trigger. It's definitely a bit different and I also would've preferred it a bit slimmer..... but I'm pretty sure I'm going to love it.

[@YoureTerrific]

October?!

[@Griffin1994]

Awesome production as always! Enjoy the new toy and welcome back 🤘🏾

[@YoureTerrific]

Thanks

[@titi64230]

Excellent video ! I was struggling to choice between all models of pelagos and finally go for the original 2 lines Black version . And i m so glad with it

[@AndreaAzzola]

Love my LHD ❤ probably my fav in the collection. Bracelet is a bit chunky, the rubber one feels too utilitarian (but is my go to for swimming), I have it on a parachute strap. Ciao from Italy 👋

[@Vox-Populi]

A GMT Pelagos would be great. I prefer the subdued looks and prefer 41-43mm watches.

[@TheCdM1981]

14.1mm is very thick for a 42mm watch. That to me is a thickness note in line with a 44-46mm watch. And 42mm for a “tool” watch to me is slightly small. Tool watches should probably be at least 44-48mm in size there’s a reason they’re so big in regards to diving. Lug to lug at 50mm is nice for an average size wrist.

[@samnathan2709]

Don’t let the negative comments get to you. For every negative comment there are a thousand people who just watch and enjoy your videos. Cheers

[@YoureTerrific]

Negative comments on KZbin? Never.

[@kevinkohler2750]

I'm planning a trip to Europe and I'm bringing wristwatch money. What was your experience with Customs?