In the Pelagos series, FXD is an extremely special one. The so-called FXD is the abbreviation of the word "FIXED", which means "super-sturdy fixed strap rod". Its strap rod is integrally formed with the case and adopts an inseparable structure, which can effectively avoid the problem of strap falling off due to accidental collision/deformation. FXD was originally developed by Tudor for the French Navy frogman special forces to meet the needs of ruggedness and durability in special operations environments. But the inseparable strap rod also means that it cannot change the strap as easily as ordinary watches, and can only be used with a soft fabric strap. The best Tudor replica watches at captainthewatch.is.
The standard version of Pelagos has a waterproof performance of up to 500 meters. To achieve this feature, a helium exhaust device is set at 9 o'clock on the side of the case to exhaust the helium in the watch in deep water to achieve the purpose of balancing the internal and external air pressure. The prototype of the Pelagos FXD was developed for the frogman special forces, and its use must be based on actual combat needs. Therefore, the Pelagos FXD has lowered its waterproof performance to a more practical 200 meters. What is "sacrificed" in exchange for waterproof performance is a thinner case thickness.
Due to the removal of the helium exhaust device, the case thickness of the Pelagos FXD is reduced from 14.3 mm of the standard model to 12.7 mm, and the lightweight nature of titanium metal provides a more comfortable wearing experience. In addition, another difference between the Pelagos FXD and the standard model is that the calendar window at 3 o'clock on the dial is removed, making the dial more simple and symmetrical.
TUDOR Pelagos FXD GMT M2542G247NU-0002 continues the above characteristics and uses slightly yellowish luminous materials to create a retro texture. As a GMT function watch, this watch has an orange pointer on the dial, which reads information corresponding to the 24-hour scale on the outer ring. The triangular arrow area at the front of the GMT pointer is displayed in green luminous color, and the color details echo the outer ring, making it clear to the wearer at a glance.
