Rolex Daily Wear: Enduring Comfort & Style

Miles_151 · 2024-02-21T10:37:18Z

Discover why the Tudor Pelagos FXD remains a collector favorite. Miles_151 shares his experience with a new strap, sparking a debate on OEM strap security and alternative options.

Miles_151's original post highlights the enduring appeal of the Tudor Pelagos FXD, particularly when paired with a new strap that enhances its versatility and aesthetic. His experience speaks to the watch's ability to blend high horology with practical wearability, even in demanding urban environments. This discussion explores how a simple strap change can redefine a collector's relationship with a beloved timepiece.

New strap that makes it pop even more. I am a huge fan of the FXD and wear this and the original blue dial often. It ticks so many boxes and allows me to wear a stunning watch in today’s World Capital cities with all the risks that brings.
It’s Tudor Wednesday for me today.
Have a good day all.
M.

Key Points from the Discussion

The OEM Velcro strap for the FXD has raised security concerns among some users, with instances of it unfastening during vigorous activity like surfing or diving, leading to potential loss.
The OEM strap can be converted into a more secure single-pass configuration by removing the pins holding the second layer, making it thinner, more pliable, and available in various colors.
Despite its design, the OEM Velcro strap's security is questioned, with some collectors finding it prone to coming undone too easily. Alternative elastic MN-style straps are suggested for better security.
The Tudor Black Bay shares a similar design philosophy and appeal with the Pelagos FXD, resonating with collectors who appreciate robust and versatile tool watches.

The Discussion

amanico

Feb 21, 2024

The Black Bay is in the same vein. Love it!

Cpt Scarlet

Feb 21, 2024

Just proves the point, a good choice of strap makes the watch. Enjoy !

andrea~

Feb 21, 2024

Wearing a tudor on a nato/fabric strap is perfect to remain stealthy.

Great Watch Fan

Feb 21, 2024

FXD wednesday for me too 😉 And I think this photo really does justice to it this time. Enjoy your day! Micka

Mary Anny

Feb 21, 2024

Great dive watch! Enjoy!

roundel

Feb 21, 2024

I am a fan of the FXD, but lost faith in the OEM Velcro strap. It has become unfastened but didn’t fall off while getting rolled in the surf surfing, and did fall off after a jack knife off the diving board (thankfully in a pool so recoverable). I bought this watch specifically because my bronze IWC Aquatimer had the very insecure quick release strap system that kept releasing on me. I need to find a strap I like for the FXD. This perlon is kinda stiff imo.

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