The replica Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT M2542G247NU-0002 is not only the first GMT function introduced in the series, but also the first GMT watch equipped with a ceramic outer ring. In the Pelagos series, FXD is extremely special. 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 the strap falling off due to accidental collision/deformation.
The water resistance of Tudor Pelagos can reach 500 meters. To achieve this feature, there is a helium exhaust device 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 Tudor Pelagos FXD prototype watch was developed for the frogman special forces, and its use must be based on actual combat needs, so the water resistance of Pelagos FXD was lowered to a more practical 200 meters. What was “sacrificed” for the water resistance is a thinner case thickness. Due to the removal of the helium exhaust device, the thickness of the Pelagos FXD case is reduced from 14.3 mm to 12.7 mm, and the lightweight nature of titanium 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. More Tudor Pelagos clone watches.
The replica Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT continues the above characteristics and uses slightly yellowish luminous materials to create a retro texture. As a GMT 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 light, and the color details echo the outer ring, making it easy for the wearer to see at a glance. In terms of material, the Pelagos FXD GMT uses the series’ consistent titanium case, which is dark gray in color, has good corrosion resistance and is also lighter. The ceramic outer ring is the advantage of the Pelagos. As the only series of Tudor currently equipped with a ceramic outer ring, I believe it will be a reason to choose it.
The brand describes this watch as “Zulu time” instead of “GMT”. In fact, the two are almost equivalent if they are not accurate to the second. With the rapid development of modern communication technology, Greenwich Mean Time replaced Zulu Time in 1972 and became the new world coordinated time standard. Zulu Time has not left the stage of history and is still used in aviation and military fields. On the other hand, GMT can be expressed in two ways: 12-hour system or 24-hour system; while Zulu Time can only be expressed in 24-hour system. Turning to the back, you can see the Aéronautique Navale logo and the words “M.N.24” engraved on the titanium bottom cover, which means Marine Nationale 2024. The details echo the appearance of military prototype watches from the 1970s and 1980s.
