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Tudor Pelagos FXDvsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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Pelagos FXD
TudorPelagos FXD
MSRP $5,025
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pelagos FXD42mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
Pelagos FXD70h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Pelagos FXD200m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
Pelagos FXD$5,025
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Satin
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Cream

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
MT5602
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
70h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,025
$279

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What people say

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Tudor Pelagos FXD

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tudor Pelagos FXD for its comfortable, lightweight titanium build, excellent legibility underwater, and robust, functional design inspired by military specifications. Its amazing lume, tactile bezel, and quick strap changes are frequently highlighted as key strengths, making it a versatile and reliable tool watch for everyday wear. Some owners note the fixed strap bars and hook-and-loop strap can be less practical for certain clothing, and one review mentions concerns about the longevity of the carbon composite case variant. Accuracy figures range, with some reporting COSC-certified precision while others note less consistent timekeeping requiring frequent servicing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Pelagos FXD highly for its ruggedness, historical connection, and purposeful design at its price point.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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