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    Someone on here bought the short strap so maybe a fair bet is that the long is as longer as the short is smaller.

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    Has anybody actually managed to get hold of a new OEM strap? I ordered one about 6 months ago from my AD & it still hasn’t arrived. I chased it up over a month ago as well.

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    Does anyone know if the rubber strap is available in different lengths like the woven one? I could benefit from a longer one, the supplied one is only just big enough for my enormo-paws. I asked in my local AD but the salesperson said "I don't know much about the watches, I do jewellery mostly" & failed to get any sense out of "the system" when she tried to look it up, "system must be down or summink innit?"

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    Quote Originally Posted by reecie View Post
    Someone on here bought the short strap so maybe a fair bet is that the long is as longer as the short is smaller.
    I got the shorter strap as I didn't like the original "overhanging" the velcro. I can do a measure and compare if anyone is interested?

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    I tried to get the longer velcro nato for the FXD in Harrods one day as I figured being a boutique they would be able to help.

    I was told different lengths didn't exist and the attitude I got was unreal. Served me right for trying to mix with the big wigs.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Chris_in_the_UK View Post
    They bypassed you because you were unable to answer the phone?

    Unbelievable.
    I know but unfortunately true. I have no prior history or relationship with the store. Hopefully they get more soon.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Craizeehair View Post
    I was on the verge of ordering a long length OEM strap at the weekend from the AD.

    Unfortunately they couldn’t tell me what the actual length of the long strap was and I can’t find the info anywhere. I don’t fancy blowing a stack of cash on one only to find it’s not the right length.

    If anyone has one and could take a few measurements, that would be massively helpful. Wondering about overall length of the strap and positioning of the Velcro. Not sure I can justify at £140 though tbh, for some reason I thought they were £90.
    I have one. It’s about 13” long


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    Quote Originally Posted by Phill_UK View Post
    I have one. It’s about 13” long

    Thank you, that’s really helpful, do you know your wrist size and would there be any chance of seeing it on the watch with a wrist shot?

    Sorry to be a pain!

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    2021 Tudor Marine Nationale Pelagos

    Quote Originally Posted by Craizeehair View Post
    Thank you, that’s really helpful, do you know your wrist size and would there be any chance of seeing it on the watch with a wrist shot?

    Sorry to be a pain!
    No problem. My wrist size is 7.25 inches (18.5cm) and the long strap is a bit too long for me.

    I bought it because the original medium strap showed about 10mm of Velcro when worn and that annoyed me. Unfortunately the long strap now overlaps the Velcro by about 10mm and that annoys me even more. Could do with something between the two.

    The FXD and straps are back in the box as I don’t wear it anymore, so no photos I’m afraid.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Phill_UK View Post
    No problem. My wrist size is 7.25 inches (18.5cm) and the long strap is a bit too long for me.

    I bought it because the original medium strap showed about 10mm of Velcro when worn and that annoyed me. Unfortunately the long strap now overlaps the Velcro by about 10mm and that annoys me even more. Could do with something between the two.

    The FXD and straps are back in the box as I don’t wear it anymore, so no photos I’m afraid.
    Hi Phil - I am currently waiting for a call from an AD on an FXD after placing a deposit last month.

    It’s interesting you no longer wear this watch and I hope you don’t mind me asking, but is there a particular reason for this? Is it not comfortable or you just didn’t bond with it?

    Personally I’ve not been as excited by a new watch for years, but views from existing owners would be appreciated.

    Thanks

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    Quote Originally Posted by Phill_UK View Post
    No problem. My wrist size is 7.25 inches (18.5cm) and the long strap is a bit too long for me.

    I bought it because the original medium strap showed about 10mm of Velcro when worn and that annoyed me. Unfortunately the long strap now overlaps the Velcro by about 10mm and that annoys me even more. Could do with something between the two.

    The FXD and straps are back in the box as I don’t wear it anymore, so no photos I’m afraid.
    That’s really helpful, thank you again.

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    Tbh although the supplied velcro strap is nice and I found it really comfortable to wear the velcro loop part does start to "fluff up". I also found the stitched end (of the loop part) that shows collects fluff from jumpers etc so you end up with a bit of red there for example. Given they are £140 to replace I've just bought an EO in similar colours and that is probably a better strap for less.

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    My FXD lives mostly on an original MN elastic strap but occasionally diverts onto the supplied rubber strap, though this is a bit short to be perfect. I've heard quite a few people say the woven strap attracts fluff & loses its "stick". Luckily for me I don't really like it so I left it in the box to stay mint.

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    Got a call yesterday and mine is arriving tomorrow hopefully. Think I’ll do a bit of advance strap shopping. I believe you could go either 20 or 22mm, does anyone know if that’s correct and if so which option is preferable please?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Phill_UK View Post
    No problem. My wrist size is 7.25 inches (18.5cm) and the long strap is a bit too long for me.

    I bought it because the original medium strap showed about 10mm of Velcro when worn and that annoyed me. Unfortunately the long strap now overlaps the Velcro by about 10mm and that annoys me even more. Could do with something between the two.

    The FXD and straps are back in the box as I don’t wear it anymore, so no photos I’m afraid.

    Same wrist size here and I was going to order a new strap to cover up the velcro (for the same reasons you stated Phill) but sounds like the one you bought doesn't quite do the job either? Just to be clear, which specific one did you buy to try and cover up the exposed velcro please? Assume it is the one in the picture?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Zolawinston View Post
    Got a call yesterday and mine is arriving tomorrow hopefully. Think I’ll do a bit of advance strap shopping. I believe you could go either 20 or 22mm, does anyone know if that’s correct and if so which option is preferable please?
    22mm

    Quote Originally Posted by Gareth-W View Post
    Same wrist size here and I was going to order a new strap to cover up the velcro (for the same reasons you stated Phill) but sounds like the one you bought doesn't quite do the job either? Just to be clear, which specific one did you buy to try and cover up the exposed velcro please? Assume it is the one in the picture?
    Yes, the long one in the photo.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Phill_UK View Post
    22mm
    Cheers Phil - just ordered 3 NATOs in some rather ‘striking’ colours.

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    Going to be fun keep changing this up. All straps from the ‘Thrifty Gentleman’ at a total cost of £26.






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    Quote Originally Posted by Zolawinston View Post
    Going to be fun keep changing this up. All straps from the ‘Thrifty Gentleman’ at a total cost of £26.

    V nice straps!


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    Just had the second call that I didn’t miss this time, and apology.

    Collecting tomorrow afternoon, but apparently price is now up to £3420.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ac82 View Post
    Just had the second call that I didn’t miss this time, and apology.

    Collecting tomorrow afternoon, but apparently price is now up to £3420.
    Yep. That was a result of the latest Tudor price increase. Still at least you now get one.

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    Quote Originally Posted by reecie View Post
    Yep. That was a result of the latest Tudor price increase. Still at least you now get one.
    Yep. Finally collected pretty impressed so far.

    The sales guy at Beaverbrooks said there were still 16 on the waiting list there. (Trafford Centre)

    They have had 6 FXD in since December 2021.

    4 in 2022, 2 this year. He said they seem to come in pairs a couple of months apart.

    Had a choice of three “free” gifts, went for Wolf watch winder.

    Could have had £200 voucher (not for this purchase) or 8 watch box.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Zolawinston View Post
    Going to be fun keep changing this up. All straps from the ‘Thrifty Gentleman’ at a total cost of £26.





    Hi may I ask if these are the MN type straps from thrifty gentleman? I ask as I emailed them to ask if their MN type were suitable for a FXD and they replied that they are not?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Robsmck View Post
    Hi may I ask if these are the MN type straps from thrifty gentleman? I ask as I emailed them to ask if their MN type were suitable for a FXD and they replied that they are not?

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    Morning Rob,

    They are indeed and he’s correct they aren’t suitable off the bat, but it’s an easy modification to make them fit.

    It’s just a case of removing (cutting the fabric) one of the clasps to make it a single pass strap. I’ll post a few pics to show you what I mean later. Once done they effectively become a nato type strap which can be secured very easily with the remaining 2 clasps.

    I resorted to this as the MN straps seem to come in the most suitable colours and material combinations and once modified make a very secure and robust solution.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Zolawinston View Post
    Morning Rob,

    They are indeed and he’s correct they aren’t suitable off the bat, but it’s an easy modification to make them fit.

    It’s just a case of removing (cutting the fabric) one of the clasps to make it a single pass strap. I’ll post a few pics to show you what I mean later. Once done they effectively become a nato type strap which can be secured very easily with the remaining 2 clasps.

    I resorted to this as the MN straps seem to come in the most suitable colours and material combinations and once modified make a very secure and robust solution.
    Appreciate that. Look forward to seeing the pics

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    Below are some pics that are hopefully self-explanatory. It’s just a case of removing one of the hooks by cutting the strap to make it look like the first pic. You can then fasten it as much as you wish passing the strap through the remaining 2 clasps.

    Because the strap is elastic you can even fasten it off your wrist and then put it on, or fasten and tighten whilst on the wrist.





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    I spoke to the Bristol Tudor boutique yesterday, they had eventually got me a Pelagos 39 (which I couldn't take, and they gave me too short a window to post it here for someone else).
    They reckoned 39s are coming through in relatively larger quantities (he quoted one a month, at least), but they simply aren't getting enough FXDs. They reckoned Tudor are stll keen to have it remain as a limited release, even if it is not a numbered one.

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    Quote Originally Posted by sweets View Post
    I spoke to the Bristol Tudor boutique yesterday, they had eventually got me a Pelagos 39 (which I couldn't take, and they gave me too short a window to post it here for someone else).
    They reckoned 39s are coming through in relatively larger quantities (he quoted one a month, at least), but they simply aren't getting enough FXDs. They reckoned Tudor are stll keen to have it remain as a limited release, even if it is not a numbered one.
    Funnily enough I spoke to them last week whilst passing . He said that FXD were coming through at some point. I wonder if they are going to keep this poor supply going. Harrods black bay were the same when they came out but now they are pretty common and are even below rrp used which was rare a year ago. It’ll be a shame if they discontinued the FXD. Maybe a new colour would be released :)


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    Quote Originally Posted by ac82 View Post
    Yep. Finally collected pretty impressed so far.

    The sales guy at Beaverbrooks said there were still 16 on the waiting list there. (Trafford Centre)

    They have had 6 FXD in since December 2021.

    4 in 2022, 2 this year. He said they seem to come in pairs a couple of months apart.

    Had a choice of three “free” gifts, went for Wolf watch winder.

    Could have had £200 voucher (not for this purchase) or 8 watch box.
    I collected one last night from the Trafford Centre Beaverbrooks so I think a few must be coming through if they had previously received 2 this year. I had a 5 month wait which isn't too bad.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Parto View Post
    I collected one last night from the Trafford Centre Beaverbrooks so I think a few must be coming through if they had previously received 2 this year. I had a 5 month wait which isn't too bad.
    I’m at 5 months wait at the Goldsmiths run Tudor boutique at the Trafford Centre. Might be time to ask for an update

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    Quote Originally Posted by helidoc View Post
    I’m at 5 months wait at the Goldsmiths run Tudor boutique at the Trafford Centre. Might be time to ask for an update

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    They politely suggested I had no chance there without previous purchases and asked if there was anything I wanted to buy at the time before going on their list.

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    My interest in watches has waned a bit over the years but the FXD really is a looker and I often find myself checking this thread - there are some great strap combos. Keep ‘em coming!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Zolawinston View Post
    Below are some pics that are hopefully self-explanatory. It’s just a case of removing one of the hooks by cutting the strap to make it look like the first pic. You can then fasten it as much as you wish passing the strap through the remaining 2 clasps.

    Because the strap is elastic you can even fasten it off your wrist and then put it on, or fasten and tighten whilst on the wrist.




    Thanks for that, I'll give it a lash.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Speedy2254 View Post
    My FXD lives mostly on an original MN elastic strap but occasionally diverts onto the supplied rubber strap, though this is a bit short to be perfect. I've heard quite a few people say the woven strap attracts fluff & loses its "stick". Luckily for me I don't really like it so I left it in the box to stay mint.
    On this subject, I've had my FXD around 12 months now and I ordered the shorter Tudor fabric strap on the day of collection. The strap turned up a couple of months later at the end of May, so 9 months ago. I don't wear the watch every day, and I also wear it on different straps, but the hook and loop/Velcro has now stopped sticking - so much so that I don't trust it to keep the watch on my wrist.

    I took the strap back to the supplying Tudor AD yesterday and both the sales assistant and store manager agreed it was not acceptable. So they're contacting Tudor to see what they say.

    Reading around on the web it seems it's a known issue and Tudor say "it's a strap, it's wear and tear, no replacement under warranty" so I'm expecting a knock back, however the AD may do a deal on a replacement I guess.

    In the meantime, I've got a few of the above mentioned Thrifty Gentleman straps (albeit in the NATO style) and they're great except for the springbar buckle which kind of negates the fixed bars of the watch unfortunately! I think I'm going to have to bite the bullet and order an Erika's Original...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Guitarfan View Post
    I think I'm going to have to bite the bullet and order an Erika's Original...
    Look at NDC straps before you sell an organ to fund an Erika's strap. They're cheaper, have the authenticity & are probably going to arrive faster. They also do 2 versions; the old school version or a single pass NATO. Both use the traditional elasticated green / yellow material. I have both & I'm happy with them. The proper look at a sensible (ish) price.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Speedy2254 View Post
    Look at NDC straps before you sell an organ to fund an Erika's strap. They're cheaper, have the authenticity & are probably going to arrive faster. They also do 2 versions; the old school version or a single pass NATO. Both use the traditional elasticated green / yellow material. I have both & I'm happy with them. The proper look at a sensible (ish) price.
    At £60 they're not that much cheaper than an Erika's at £70, plus as the Erika's is made to your size there's no flappy ends or trimming them yourself. Plus there are more colour options!

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    I found I preferred the Tudor Velcro to the supplied rubber strap. However, it did seem to grip well when being pulled along the strap, as in if you flexed you wrist, but less so if you pulled it apart. Not that it came undone in use anyway. The EO I now use is much better so the cost relative to a new Tudor strap is a no brainer if you like one of the designs. I am also waiting on a Nick Mankey though 😀

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    The velcro is fine when new, it's just as it ages it becomes less reliable. I'm still waiting to hear what Tudor say, I'll hopefully get some feedback tomorrow.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Guitarfan View Post
    At £60 they're not that much cheaper than an Erika's at £70, plus as the Erika's is made to your size there's no flappy ends or trimming them yourself. Plus there are more colour options!
    Ah. I've had my NDCs since before they were NDC, plus I thought Erika's were more like £80. Looks like the price difference isn't so big these days.
    NDC used (I think) to be called JackoStraps & in those days I paid around £45, hence my suggestion. Apologies for failing to check the current situation.

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    For those on the hunt, there's a mint well priced FXD on SC now.

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    Quote Originally Posted by JC180 View Post
    For those on the hunt, there's a mint well priced FXD on SC now.
    Yeah , I saw that . I’m surprised it’s still there!!


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    Yeah , I saw that . I’m surprised it’s still there!!


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    Sure it won’t be for long

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    Brand new stickered one on eBay for £3200

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/255992438...mis&media=COPY


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    Brand new stickered one on eBay for £3200

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/255992438...mis&media=COPY


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    Link brings up a used one?


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    Quote Originally Posted by Martylaa View Post
    Link brings up a used one?


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    Ha, when I put the link up the pics showed the watch stickered up. On the description the seller says he’s removed the stickers to show the watch . Odd behaviour.


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    2021 Tudor Marine Nationale Pelagos

    Double post .. sorry

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    Quote Originally Posted by Guitarfan View Post
    On this subject, I've had my FXD around 12 months now and I ordered the shorter Tudor fabric strap on the day of collection. The strap turned up a couple of months later at the end of May, so 9 months ago. I don't wear the watch every day, and I also wear it on different straps, but the hook and loop/Velcro has now stopped sticking - so much so that I don't trust it to keep the watch on my wrist.

    I took the strap back to the supplying Tudor AD yesterday and both the sales assistant and store manager agreed it was not acceptable. So they're contacting Tudor to see what they say.

    Reading around on the web it seems it's a known issue and Tudor say "it's a strap, it's wear and tear, no replacement under warranty" so I'm expecting a knock back, however the AD may do a deal on a replacement I guess.

    In the meantime, I've got a few of the above mentioned Thrifty Gentleman straps (albeit in the NATO style) and they're great except for the springbar buckle which kind of negates the fixed bars of the watch unfortunately! I think I'm going to have to bite the bullet and order an Erika's Original...
    A quick update on this. My AD got back to me on Friday and have confirmed that they'll be exchanging my strap for a new replacement, which is a nice surprise result. They've ordered one but there's no expected delivery date so I'm guessing it may take some time in the current climate of supply issues with lots of things.

    Good job I have a couple of Erika's on order

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    Did anyone have a flutter on it yesterday.

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