So, its official now - Tudor x Marine Nationale

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So, its official now - Tudor x Marine Nationale

Post by kempoman » Tue Nov 09, 2021 3:00 am

Tudor official on Instagram says 10th November.
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Post by rockmastermike » Tue Nov 09, 2021 4:22 am

it will be interesting to see the changes, if any, from the "leaked" photos

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Post by JP Chestnut » Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:05 am

I hope they get rid of the mid case with the build in fixed “spring bars.”

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Post by JBZ » Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:18 am

JP Chestnut wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:05 am
I hope they get rid of the mid case with the build in fixed “spring bars.”
I wonder if it's easier/cheaper to do it the way the early photos showed. My guess is yes because it looks like it was done as one unit (as opposed to having to fix separate spring bars), but I don't have the expertise to be sure.
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Post by TSD » Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:19 am

JP Chestnut wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:05 am
I hope they get rid of the mid case with the build in fixed “spring bars.”
My guess is fixed bars are there to prevent this version from cannibalizing OG Pelagos sales.

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Post by JP Chestnut » Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:54 am

TSD wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:19 am
JP Chestnut wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:05 am
I hope they get rid of the mid case with the build in fixed “spring bars.”
My guess is fixed bars are there to prevent this version from cannibalizing OG Pelagos sales.
Probably. I think Tudor has an informal rule to make one weird and unappealing design choice on most of their watches.

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Post by JP Chestnut » Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:57 am

JBZ wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:18 am
JP Chestnut wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 5:05 am
I hope they get rid of the mid case with the build in fixed “spring bars.”
I wonder if it's easier/cheaper to do it the way the early photos showed. My guess is yes because it looks like it was done as one unit (as opposed to having to fix separate spring bars), but I don't have the expertise to be sure.
It's funky which seems to be what Tudor is going for. I think a screw in, PAM style, fixed bar setup would be a million times better. Unfortunately, watches aren't made for people who like normal watches anymore.

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Post by tyd450 » Tue Nov 09, 2021 6:53 am

I saw a couple guys on WUS said their AD's told them that this Limited Edition Marine Nationale is happening but also a refresh of the regular Pelagos as well in black, no other details but if they slim down that case a bit by using the new movement.... I am all in. I liked the current Pelagos but it would be even better if the caseback didn't bulge out as much.

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Post by hoppyjr » Tue Nov 09, 2021 7:16 am

More photos online and it appears, at least to me, to be about 40mm and steel case. My AD has told me I get the first one, so I hope he keeps his word.

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Post by Ryeguy » Tue Nov 09, 2021 7:51 am

Wow - that's a wild way to do "fixed" spring bars. Those aren't "bars" at all - just a milled out groove in the case. I've only seen this done on resin / plastic cases in the past.

On the plus side, that design will provide for one heck of a stout attachment method to the nylon strap. The negative is it is almost certainly going to feel heavier on the wrist (unless this remains a Ti case - then it won't matter).

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Post by JP Chestnut » Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:00 am

I really like the looks of this watch. Head on, so you don't see the slotted case, it's probably the best looking modern Tudor. Great watch for people who wear NATOs exclusively.

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Post by hoppyjr » Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:06 am

JP Chestnut wrote:I really like the looks of this watch. Head on, so you don't see the slotted case, it's probably the best looking modern Tudor. Great watch for people who wear NATOs exclusively.
If it happens and IF I get my hands on one, it’ll be my nato watch. I need to sell some stuff anyway.

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Post by RALAustin » Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:07 am

If this is 40mm and ti I would definitely be in.

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Post by JP Chestnut » Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:10 am

hoppyjr wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:06 am
JP Chestnut wrote:I really like the looks of this watch. Head on, so you don't see the slotted case, it's probably the best looking modern Tudor. Great watch for people who wear NATOs exclusively.
If it happens and IF I get my hands on one, it’ll be my nato watch. I need to sell some stuff anyway.
Perfect watch for you. NATOs just make watches wear way too large for my wrist.

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Post by hoppyjr » Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:21 am

JP Chestnut wrote:
hoppyjr wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:06 am
JP Chestnut wrote:I really like the looks of this watch. Head on, so you don't see the slotted case, it's probably the best looking modern Tudor. Great watch for people who wear NATOs exclusively.
If it happens and IF I get my hands on one, it’ll be my nato watch. I need to sell some stuff anyway.
Perfect watch for you. NATOs just make watches wear way too large for my wrist.
That can happen, but a single-pass strap works to keep the bulk down.

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Post by JP Chestnut » Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:29 am

hoppyjr wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:21 am
JP Chestnut wrote:
hoppyjr wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:06 am
JP Chestnut wrote:I really like the looks of this watch. Head on, so you don't see the slotted case, it's probably the best looking modern Tudor. Great watch for people who wear NATOs exclusively.
If it happens and IF I get my hands on one, it’ll be my nato watch. I need to sell some stuff anyway.
Perfect watch for you. NATOs just make watches wear way too large for my wrist.
That can happen, but a single-pass strap works to keep the bulk down.
That seems likely. My experience with this style of strap consists of buying a couple Natos on here, throwing them on a watch, and then immediately taking them off and sticking them in a drawer.

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Post by Chocodove » Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:54 am

So is this going to be an LE or regular production?
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Post by jswing » Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:58 am

Chocodove wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:54 am
So is this going to be an LE or regular production?
My AD says they don't know, but I don't think Tudor really does LEs? I just hope it's not boutique only.

edit: here's a copy/paste from WUS, supposedly the guy heard this from his AD, sounds like it could be limited for 2021 at least? This is regarding the UK, but if it's true I assume US production would also be limited.

Pelagos FXD
Only 150 will be available in the UK with the MN.21 engraving
Pre-orders from tomorrow for the (slightly) more readily available MN.22 for next year

I'm a little peeved with my AD right now - I've been talking to them about this watch since last spring, and now that it's becoming reality I'm getting no sort of commitment from them, just the usual "we don't know how many we'll get" crap, ie we'll see if there's one left after our big spenders are done.
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Post by dnslater » Tue Nov 09, 2021 9:15 am

JP Chestnut wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:10 am
hoppyjr wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:06 am
JP Chestnut wrote:I really like the looks of this watch. Head on, so you don't see the slotted case, it's probably the best looking modern Tudor. Great watch for people who wear NATOs exclusively.
If it happens and IF I get my hands on one, it’ll be my nato watch. I need to sell some stuff anyway.
Perfect watch for you. NATOs just make watches wear way too large for my wrist.
I'm finding the elastic parachute style straps to be the perfect compromise of having the NATO style, but slimmer and more comfortable.... unfortunately they would not work with fixed bars. Certainly would be up for trading this for a 40mm Pelagos either way.
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Post by TSD » Tue Nov 09, 2021 9:22 am

JP Chestnut wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:00 am
I really like the looks of this watch. Head on, so you don't see the slotted case, it's probably the best looking modern Tudor. Great watch for people who wear NATOs exclusively.
Seeing some IG posts showing a fitted rubber strap. This looks photoshopped, though, without the countdown bezel.
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Post by AtomicTom » Tue Nov 09, 2021 10:15 am

Yowza, this is crazy cool news you guys, and I really hadn't even known that
this was actually in the works. :o So thanks so very very much for the news !!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

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TSD wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 9:22 am
JP Chestnut wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:00 am
I really like the looks of this watch. Head on, so you don't see the slotted case, it's probably the best looking modern Tudor. Great watch for people who wear NATOs exclusively.
Seeing some IG posts showing a fitted rubber strap. This looks photoshopped, though, without the countdown bezel.
Different text on the dial from the leaked photos, too.
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Post by hoppyjr » Tue Nov 09, 2021 10:31 am

dnslater wrote:
JP Chestnut wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:10 am
hoppyjr wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:06 am
JP Chestnut wrote:I really like the looks of this watch. Head on, so you don't see the slotted case, it's probably the best looking modern Tudor. Great watch for people who wear NATOs exclusively.
If it happens and IF I get my hands on one, it’ll be my nato watch. I need to sell some stuff anyway.
Perfect watch for you. NATOs just make watches wear way too large for my wrist.
I'm finding the elastic parachute style straps to be the perfect compromise of having the NATO style, but slimmer and more comfortable.... unfortunately they would not work with fixed bars. Certainly would be up for trading this for a 40mm Pelagos either way.
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Actually, Erika will make her strap with a design to allow for fixed lug bars. I’ve done it. Just ask her.

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Post by BBK357 » Tue Nov 09, 2021 10:47 am

Anyone know why this is called a Pelagos when it’s a totally different watch?
I want to love it but being limited edition and with current prices I’m talking myself out of it.

One thing I don’t need help talking it down for me is the stupid lug blocks. I’m hoping that is a prototype. And a countdown timer… why? I don’t mind it but it’s pretty rare to see on a non-Sinn diver.
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Post by TSD » Tue Nov 09, 2021 11:00 am

JBZ wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 10:30 am
TSD wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 9:22 am
JP Chestnut wrote:
Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:00 am
I really like the looks of this watch. Head on, so you don't see the slotted case, it's probably the best looking modern Tudor. Great watch for people who wear NATOs exclusively.
Seeing some IG posts showing a fitted rubber strap. This looks photoshopped, though, without the countdown bezel.
Different text on the dial from the leaked photos, too.
The three lines of text appear to match the pic Beckham posted (presumably a pre-production example.) I'd guess the MN specified a dial on issued watches only show Pelagos and that it satisfied at least a 200m depth rating.

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