£2,750.00
In stock
The TUDOR Pelagos FXD Alinghi Red Bull Racing Edition represents the perfect synthesis of professional diving capability and competitive sailing heritage, born from TUDOR’s authentic partnership with one of yacht racing’s most successful teams. This exceptional 42mm timepiece delivers the essential functionality required for both underwater exploration and high-performance sailing through its robust black carbon composite construction and advanced Manufacture Calibre MT5602. The watch embodies the technical precision and competitive determination that defines world-class yacht racing while maintaining the uncompromising reliability essential for professional diving applications, creating a timepiece that serves genuine sporting requirements rather than superficial marketing associations.
This 42mm black carbon composite dive watch features the proven Manufacture Calibre MT5602, delivering exceptional precision with COSC certification and 70-hour “weekend-proof” power reserve that ensures reliable performance throughout extended sailing competitions or diving expeditions. The distinctive matte blue dial reflects the Alinghi Red Bull Racing team’s signature aesthetic while providing optimal legibility in challenging marine conditions. The Pelagos FXD represents TUDOR’s commitment to creating timepieces that honour authentic sporting partnerships through functional design that serves real-world applications, combining advanced materials technology with traditional Swiss watchmaking excellence to deliver professional-grade performance for both sailing and diving enthusiasts.
Condition: Unworn pre-owned condition
Includes: Box and papers
Guarantee: Warranty valid until 2030
Shipping: Free UK delivery
The Pelagos FXD collection represents TUDOR’s dedication to creating timepieces that serve authentic professional applications rather than lifestyle imagery, with the “FXD” designation referring to the fixed strap bars that eliminate potential failure points during demanding marine operations. This Alinghi Red Bull Racing edition celebrates TUDOR’s partnership with one of sailing’s most successful teams, incorporating design elements that reflect the technical precision and competitive excellence that defines world-class yacht racing. The matte blue dial directly references the team’s signature colour scheme while ensuring optimal legibility during critical racing moments when split-second timing decisions determine competitive advantage.
The black carbon composite case construction provides exceptional strength-to-weight ratio essential for active sailing environments while offering superior corrosion resistance against saltwater exposure that can damage traditional materials. The MT5602 movement’s 70-hour power reserve ensures reliable timekeeping throughout multi-day sailing competitions, while the COSC certification guarantees precision that meets professional timing requirements. This collaboration demonstrates TUDOR’s commitment to supporting genuine sporting excellence rather than superficial marketing associations, creating timepieces that honour both diving heritage and competitive sailing through functional design that serves real-world applications demanding uncompromising reliability and performance.
The “FXD” designation refers to the fixed strap bars that replace traditional spring bars, eliminating potential failure points that could result in watch loss during demanding professional applications. This design modification specifically targets military and professional users who require absolute reliability in extreme conditions where equipment failure could have serious consequences. The fixed system also allows for more secure integration with the technical fabric strap system, ensuring consistent attachment that withstands the rigours of professional sailing and diving environments.
The FXD construction represents TUDOR’s commitment to creating timepieces that prioritise function over convenience, acknowledging that professional users value reliability above easy strap changes. The system eliminates the small moving parts that could fail during critical operations while providing more robust attachment points for specialised straps designed for marine applications. For professionals who depend on their equipment and collectors who appreciate authentic military-inspired functionality, the FXD system demonstrates genuine attention to operational requirements rather than cosmetic military styling.
Carbon composite provides exceptional corrosion resistance against saltwater exposure that can damage traditional steel or aluminium cases over time, making it ideal for professional sailing environments where equipment faces constant salt spray and moisture. The material offers superior strength-to-weight ratio that reduces overall watch weight while maintaining durability essential for active marine sports, preventing fatigue during extended wearing periods. The matte black finish eliminates reflective glare that could interfere with navigation or tactical decision-making during competitive sailing.
The composite construction also provides natural shock absorption that protects the movement from impacts common during sailing operations, while the material’s thermal properties ensure comfortable wearing regardless of weather conditions. Unlike metals that can become uncomfortably hot or cold, carbon composite maintains consistent temperature for enhanced comfort during long sailing sessions. For competitive sailors and marine professionals, these material advantages provide genuine performance benefits that enhance both functionality and wearing experience in demanding saltwater environments where traditional materials might compromise reliability or comfort.
Technical fabric straps provide superior comfort and practical advantages for sailing applications, including quick-drying properties that prevent moisture retention and bacterial growth common with leather or metal alternatives. The fabric construction accommodates varying wrist sizes during extended sailing periods when hands and wrists may swell from activity and temperature changes, while the self-gripping system allows instant adjustment without tools. The material remains comfortable when wet and provides a secure grip that prevents slippage during active sailing manoeuvres.
The Julien Faure manufacturing process using 19th century Jacquard looms creates fabric with exceptional durability and weather resistance that withstands saltwater exposure, UV radiation, and repeated wetting cycles that would degrade lesser materials. The strap’s flexibility and lightweight properties reduce fatigue during extended wearing periods while maintaining secure attachment essential for professional use. For sailors and marine sports enthusiasts, the technical fabric strap provides functionality that metal bracelets cannot match, offering practical advantages that serve genuine sailing requirements rather than purely aesthetic considerations.
The MT5602’s 70-hour power reserve ensures reliable timekeeping throughout multi-day sailing competitions without requiring manual winding, while the COSC certification guarantees precision that meets professional timing requirements essential for navigation and race management. The silicon balance spring provides enhanced magnetic resistance important in modern sailing environments filled with electronic navigation equipment, GPS systems, and communication devices that could affect conventional movements. The robust construction with variable inertia balance and traversing bridge ensures stability under the vibration and impact conditions common during competitive sailing.
The movement’s tungsten rotor and specialised finishing demonstrate TUDOR’s commitment to creating calibres that serve both professional applications and luxury watch expectations, while the self-winding system efficiently captures energy from natural wrist movement during active sailing. The weekend-proof power reserve accommodates irregular wearing patterns common among sailing professionals who may not wear their watch continuously during extended offshore racing. For sailors who value mechanical watchmaking excellence combined with practical reliability, the MT5602 represents optimal balance between traditional horological craftsmanship and modern performance requirements essential for professional marine applications.
TUDOR’s partnership with Alinghi Red Bull Racing provides access to real sailing environments and professional feedback that informs practical design decisions rather than superficial styling choices. The team’s experience in America’s Cup competition and world-class yacht racing ensures the timepiece serves genuine sailing requirements developed through actual competitive use rather than marketing assumptions about sailing needs. The collaboration includes technical input that influences everything from material selection to functionality priorities, creating timepiece that supports actual sailing performance rather than sailing imagery.
The partnership demonstrates TUDOR’s commitment to supporting competitive sailing through equipment that serves real sporting requirements, while Alinghi benefits from precision timing equipment designed specifically for their operational needs. The relationship extends beyond simple sponsorship to include ongoing development that benefits both parties through shared technical expertise and competitive insights. For collectors who value authentic sporting connections and functional design, this partnership represents genuine collaboration between precision timekeeping and world-class yacht racing that creates timepieces serving real performance requirements while celebrating competitive excellence and technical innovation in professional sailing.
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