Perhaps it’s the nostalgia but I prefer your return to this format style. Your referring to the black bay as a crack bay still has me rolling with laughter. I have always appreciated your opinions and yes even at times your brutal honesty.
I’ve been to so many watch stores. Had some fantastic experiences. But the experiences I’ve had at Tudor have really stood out. The staff are incredible and true watch enthusiasts themselves.
I don’t know if anyone has commented on it yet, but your Goldfinger insert with the Tudor was seamless. I had to do a double take and rewind to make sure I had seen correctly. Sidenote, it was really hot up in the northeast last week! The GF and I were in RI for the weekend for a wedding, and with how hot and humid it was, we were happy to be back to the dry heat of Utah once we were done. Thanks for the video TGV! Always happy to see it in the inbox!
Excellent TGV, thanks for taking us on your sunny journey around NYC. Like that Pelagos 39, specifically the white outer edges of the hands and the more consistent square theme on the indices with that dash of red in the "Pelagos" text on the face. As you mentioned, you can play and match that with your nice custom NATO. Cheers mate, until next time.
Spot on with your statement about Pelagos giving you the submariner feel. I think the Pelagos is the only watch that carries on the original Submariner purpose as a tool watch. The modern Submariner is a luxury watch while the black bay is a vintage inspired luxury watch. Whereas the Pelagos just focus on being a good analog tool watch.
Great video TGV! I’m so glad that you are enjoying New York again! Hopefully the weather gets slightly cooler there! Thank you so much for the great videos! Enjoy your Tudor watch! “Unwards and ever upwards!” Your watch enthusiast, (Nicholas L)
Just saw the video, great as always. Just ordered a Pelagos 39 and was happy to see your comments. Did you ever get one? As a former owner of an early 90s Tudor Sub, (purchased new back in the day) I'm looking forward to the Pelagos!
Good evening TGV! NYC brings those oldschool Gentry-Vibes. I like the fact, that Tudor picked up the pace with the Pelagos and realize, what gem they have in their current lineup. But nothing beats the vintage Tudor Subs 😉 Best regards and have a great evening!
New strategy. I will buy Pelagos 39 now, then buy Pelagos 42 Blue pre-owned or wait for Pelagos 39 Blue. Next, rubber and nato straps. Sell lots of others to fund this plan.
Picked a hell of a day for that shop, stroll, and shoot, bro…hottest day of 2024! As always, thanks for your review and commentary. Good to have you back.
Great to see you out and about. Brings back some good memories of when ive been to New York, hope to come back soon (maybe not in summer!) The Pelagos is a stunning watch. Great video as always sir 👍
Watches of Switzerland at Hudson Yard are really good. Not overly in your face, or super snobbish when you ask about a Rolex. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Thanks for the great videos Tristano, and welcome back to NY.
Great video in the N-Y-C!! The Pelagos 39 is the pinnacle of Tudor dive watches. They just need to restore the rehaut cutouts from LHD, convert that ugh width to 20mm and matte up that dial a bit.
You must be the first reviewer, at least that I've noticed, that pointed out that the round BB indices don't suit the chunky snowflake hands. Round indices suit Mercedes and lollipop hands. Square indices suit snowflake hands. This is why I prefer the Pelagos, having previously owned the Blue 42 which I sold and replaced with the 39 when it was launched. I wear my P39 every day and it's my favourite watch for everyday wear.👏
Very cool your family member was awarded the Victoria Cross. My grandad was awarded the Légion d'honneur about 5-6 years back for his part in D-Day. He’s still kicking about and was part of the 20 vets that recently went on that week long memorial trip with the Royal British Legion. Great history to the NATO ☺️
I walked into my AD to buy a black bay and left wearing a pelagos 39. It's the perfect diver and the titanium feels so soft and light. It will also take scratches/ patina a lot better than the BB as time goes on. The more I wear it the more I love it.
Appreciate your comment. Expect I will have the same story to share. Thought I was settled on BB58 Monochrome,but moving back to Pelagos 39 now. Will add Pelagos 39 Blue when available as well.
Loved your meditations on the Pelagos 39 and black bay. Your analysis of the spirit inside these watches is unmatched. I envy how eloquently you speak about them. Great work TGV -Morgan
Always the gent my friend, thank you! The use of the word "meditations", especially meaningful for me because of Aurelius. Keep up the great work too. O&U! T.
The Pelagos is the only modern Tudor I've ever been interested in, but I particularly love the design cues of the 42mm and I absolutely need a date feature on my watches. If they ever release a Pelagos 39 in blue with date I would seriously consider it.
I'm with you on that. I literally could not care less about any BB but the Pelagos has always caught my eye. I thought about holding out for a blue 39 but finally picked up a blue 42 for just over 3K. Glad I went with the OG and it's entirely matte finish
Great video TGV! Seeing you in the tank top really reminded me of your old videos. Definitely eyeing the Pelagos personally, I seem to always lean towards tool watches.
Aesthetically it may not “work” or have symmetry on the black bay, but I love the snowflake hands on Tudor because my eyes suck and it makes reading the time easier. The P39 is truly a fantastic watch and I’m sure you’d enjoy it in blue. All I’ve been wearing for two months at this point is the P39 and 5600UE. Great 2 watch setup right now. Great video as always TGV.
I have just bought the black fxd my first tudor and definitely the most expensive watch I own I absolutely love it and have fell in love with tudor cheers TGV from Glasgow Scotland
Hello Mate, it’s been a long time since that first cup of coffee. Fell in and out of love with watches over the years buy still enjoying your videos. I’m loving the new vibe to your videos, seem a more gritty you and I like it. Onwards and upwards mate. Still got my original Tudor smiley face with the rose. Just can’t part with it. Stay cool 😎
Mad respect for your knowledge and vast experience w/Rolex and Tudor. Vacillating between Pelagos 39 and BB58 41 Monochrome. Your observations have allowed me to make a decision. Pelagos 39 is now my choice. Will certainly add Pelagos 39 Blue when available as well. Thank you very much! Now a fan.
And within minutes of watching you walk around New York I'm checking out the Persol website to look at yet another purchase to add to my collection of Persol sunglasses (7 so far). Personally I'm looking at the Tudor Ranger. The sheer simplicity of the watch really speaks to me. Just the time and nothing else.
Love the videos. Sensing the move to New York is adding more excitement to the anticipation of each drop. Currently in holiday in Majorca and thinking seriously of taking the plunge with my first luxury watch. Tudar are really my price band limit, so loving this video😊
Great video. Also funny as we were visiting NY probably during the time you shot this. Soooooo hot and exhausting. We even hit the Guggenheim and were conned by the Nathan’s guy outside in your final shot and we were in Bryant Park as well (and Central Park). Keep up the great work, sir.
This is the video we needed. I personally love the Pelagos 39, but am waiting to feed the cash cow upon release of a blue version. The P39 really feels like a modern version of a vintage Sub, if that makes sense. I happened to try both a vintage sub (at a Todd Snyder, of all places) and then a P39 at my AD in close proximity. I love the blue MN Tudor Subs with the snowflake hands/rectangular markers, but the thought of paying more for one than my new Explorer II just doesn't make sense in my brain. I have not had a chance to try on the monochrome, but the burgundy version wears beautifully on my 7 inch wrist. It was the refresh we all needed. I wouldn't be mad if they came out with an all blue version of that, but I still would prefer a blue P39.
TGV back in NYC! Epic! Wow that Tudor bezel sounds aaaaamazing. The lack of crown guards in the Black Bay line wins me over...every time. It really holds to the styling of the mid-century ref 7924 "Big Crown" long before dive watches started to slap on those pesky crown guards. Summer heat in nyc...uggh. Always pure class. O&U
Great overview TGV. Great to see you back in NYC. Have you tried the FXDs? I purchased the black FXD and have been loving it. Even on my 6.75” wrist. I feel like it was made as if Tudor continued making issued watches. Like Casio doesn’t exist. The monoblock style case is so cool. Give it a try if you haven’t already. Don’t be put off by the size on paper. It really wears well for its size because of those lugs
Thank you. I have only seen them in passing. I remember liking them. I love how you put it, outstanding and clever way of looking at it. I am deffo more intrigued now! Best regards, TGV
Yeah, the main reason I would go with the P39, or almost any Pelagos, is the fact the snowflake hands properly go with a snowflake dial. The snowflake hands just don't look right and lack cohesion with a submariner dial as in the Black Bay line.
My NTH Näcken Blue no date is back on my wrist and I'm in love with it again. I bought and sold a lot of other suggestions coming from you, SKXs, Lorier, Navitimer but this Näcken blues on the dial and bezel are truly mesmerising! To scratch that 1016 itch, I'll catch a Smiths Everest one day, and I should check the Black Bay 54 in the metal to be sure about it if it is worth the cost (I could save for vintage but cannot cope with the guilt to engulf so much money on, in the end, truly, toys). With the Nomos Ahoi Neomatik in Bucherer blue (limited edition I think) and a simple edc Seiko 5 SRPE 5X something, the one in green for a change, I think I'll be happy for a long time putting all these on nice nato straps. Ok, the Nivada Grenchen Antarctic is really nice too, but a bit expensive for 3ATM, hesalite and Soprod... Onwards, and Upwards ;-)!
Hey TGV, interesting to hear your take on the Pelagos 39. I purchased one this year for my 40th after a year of deciding amongst many other watches. A big upside for me is the sheer comfort on the bracelet. It’s my only watch on a bracelet and it stays on the bracelet.
I just went into that Meatpacking store this week. Also spoke with Jonathan and can second TGV’s recommendation…also, the Rolex boutique attached to the Tudor is exceptional and carries solid vibes.
Hey TGV, I love your new videos in New York. They give me so much old school vibes. Back to the days when you started your channel. Outside, inside, some New York sightseeing. Great! Thx. Best regards Sebastian
My day is made, thank you Sebastian. Just like the old days, your comment completes it too. Thank you so much my friend, have a great week ahead! The very best of regards, TGV
You really seem happy to be back in NYC, despite the heat 😅 anyway, I’ve really come around to the Pelagos 39. It has a lot of features I like…the brushed fully lumed ceramic bezel, the mild sunburst on the dial (which you’re not keen on apparently) the micro-adjust on the bracelet and no date complication! And those squared off blocks of lume (another very contemporary feature I’m fond of) for the indices do go very well with Tudor’s trademark snowflake hands. It is a thoroughly modern design unique to Tudor…very well done 👏 like you though, my only minor gripe pertains to the use of scratch and dent prone Grade 2 Ti rather than Grade 5. Maybe it was a cost issue that garnered Tudor’s decision to go with the former? 🤷♂️
Welcome back to the Big Apple. Over the Memorial Day weekend, I pulled the trigger and bought the Tudor Ranger, steel bracelet. It is my final watch. I've been a Tag diver guy for years. Finally decided I had no need for a bezel. Too much of a shiny bling look for the Black Bay Series. I wanted a brushed watch. The Ranger is the descendent and Aire apparent to the watch Fleming's character wore. Different, simple with understated functional elegance. This is the watch for me.
Wow what a coherent and great video. Almost as if you were there on that hot day. My Tudor BB 54 is the perfect Tudor for me ( I have 4 x Tudor ) and it doesn't need to be compared with a modern Sub. That's what I like about it.
The Pelagos 39 looks sweet TGV. I'm currently trying to get my hands on the BB 54 with the steel bracelet. However, it's not as easy to score one here in Australia. One day hopefully. I've noticed you're no longer in Philly. NYC must be such an awesome place to live. One question though..How did you manage to sneak Hugo in? A T-Rex would really stand out. Kudos on another great video. Kind regards Rikki
I know you can get around on public transportation, but be careful on those trains. Don't be so relaxed. I lived there my whole life and you don't want to have a problem. I like your video's and we want you around for a long time.
I bought my first Tudor last year (Black Bay 39 in light champagne) and I adore it. I was in the boutique today and was almost sold on the new 58 GMT. In time, perhaps. If they release the Pelagos 39 in blue, I'd be very tempted too. Great video.
Great video! I really do love that 39mm Pelagos. I'll have to try one on soon. Oh, if you think that you feel hot in 95 degree heat, come down here for a few days! Cheers my friend!
I was surprised (and disappointed) that Tudor didn't release a blue Pelagos 39 this year. My next watch will be a smaller diver to contrast my Omega SMP, and I do love the timelessness of the Tudor lines.
Talk about timing! I've only just acquired a grail - Tudor Pelagos FXD Chronograph from Japan (I was over there very recently) and this video comes out! Pure Class! Yes that 39's aesthetics really are sublime and that bezel action sound is delicious - mine of course doesn't sound amazing because of the Titanium with Carbon Insert. The Lume on these Pelagoses (is that a word?) is incredible. My piece of course is rather large but so is my wrist, so it's a perfect match (unfortunately the FXD beautiful blue strap it came with is too jolly small!!!) and of course with the FXD set up it's a verified strap monster. PS if I was asked to choose between a standard Pelagos and a Subbie, it would be Pelagos every time (except I'd go for the 42 for my aging eyes to better appreciate the beauty). Great video as always and enjoying your return to NYC!
I have to say that I love my Pelagos 39. It just works on all levels for me, It's super light but that dial and bezel combination are the icing on the cake. It's a modern tool watch that is so versatile. The T-Fit clasp is even more icing but it would be nice if the clasp was a tad smaller but at least it keeps the snowflake seconds hand. I've yet to see the new monochrome but I very much doubt that I'd sell my P39 for it. I can wear my P39 without worry more places out and about as it flies under the radar somewhat. Many thanks for sharing TGV.
I love my Black Bay 41 but I've been seriously considering the Pelagos. Especially after trying one on at the boutique. You may have sold me my friend. O&U!
Ok…it was down between the Pelagos 39 and the Seamaster 300 Heritage. You pushed me over the edge to the Pelagos I think. I actually LOVE the sunburst and the bezel texture!
Loving the return to the older style videos. I almost bought the Pelagos 39 and chop my BB58 in but the BB won out. I didn’t like there being no polishing on the hands and wasn’t sure of the titanium. A lovely watch but I’ll stick with the BB for now. Stammi bene TGV.
Welcome to NYC sweltering heat! I don’t think the Rolex/Tudor Sub is a good direct comparison to the BB. I think the Black Bay and especially the BB58 is its own separate thing. The 58 is so well made and perfectly proportioned for a sports watch. It borrows from classic Tudors and Rolex without being a slave to an exact copy . It really is it’s own thing. The gilt bezel gives the 58 a warm feel, the red triangle offers a pop of color paying homage to the Tudor Big Crown, the chunky coin edge crown is so satisfying to wind with a refined matching coin edge bezel and I love the snow flake seconds hand. It’s different from the more traditional lollipop style. By the way, 39 mm is on the smaller side for a modern sized sports watch. I think anything smaller is playing vintage territory.
Was in Boston for a full day with my fam during the heat wave and my god…😅 Saw some great sights but didn’t get to Shreve Crump and Lowe. For the best I’m sure 🤑 Not sure you’ve visited them but that’d be a great place to see. I’m traveling with: Lunar Pilot 45mm on black nato, Casio Duro on bracelet, cream dial Seiko 5 Sports (old version) on El Alamein nato, white “A” dial from Islander. All the best! Thanks for your hard work TGV!
Refreshing that you speak the Black Bay for what it really is… it’s full of hype. And similar to your experienced, I also moved on with the “crack Bay” 😊. I did an honest video talking about the state of tudor milking the black bay line, but the backlash is insane 😮
I wanted to like the P39 but the sunsburst dial is frankly quite strong and not something I could get over. I also didn’t like the brushed finish on the bezel. They both make the watch weirdly blingy/kind of tacky. The FXD is a much “toolier” Pelagos but it might be a bit big for many wrists. I’m torn between the mono and the FXD for my first Tudor.
