TUDOR has released the latest evolution of its Pelagos FXD platform: the Pelagos FXD GMT, a Master Chronometer-certified timepiece built to meet the unique demands of French Naval Aviation personnel. Originally developed in collaboration with a specialist unit of the French Navy, this timepiece has been refined with features specifically for aviators and flight support staff. With the ability to track “Zulu time” (GMT) in addition to local and a third time zone, the Pelagos FXD GMT merges robust functionality with TUDOR’s signature precision and design.
The 42 mm satin-brushed grade 2 titanium case sets the foundation for this resilient watch. Constructed from a single titanium block with fixed strap bars, the case houses a grade 5 titanium backplate engraved with the emblem of the Aéronautique Navale (French Naval Aviation) and the inscription “M.N.24” (Marine nationale 2024). This detail pays homage to TUDOR’s historical relationship with the French Navy, reflecting the design of original TUDOR M.N. engravings from the 1970s and ’80s.
True to TUDOR’s heritage in tool watchmaking, the bidirectional rotatable titanium bezel with a ceramic insert features a 24-hour graduation filled with Swiss Super-LumiNova® green emission, allowing for easy reading in low-light environments. The luminescent material’s beige tone adds a vintage touch to the rugged design, seamlessly paired with a black matte dial featuring applied hour markers in Swiss Super-LumiNova® blue emission. This understated yet high-contrast color palette ensures legibility and adaptability under any condition.
At the heart of the Pelagos FXD GMT lies the Manufacture Calibre MT5652-U, a high-precision automatic movement certified by the COSC and equipped with a silicon balance spring. The movement boasts a 65-hour power reserve and achieves Master Chronometer certification by METAS, meeting rigorous standards for performance, magnetic resistance, and reliability.
The dial features TUDOR’s iconic “Snowflake” hands, a hallmark since 1969, enhanced with Swiss Super-LumiNova® blue emission. Additionally, an orange 24-hour arrow-head hand in Swiss Super-LumiNova® green emission enables clear tracking of Zulu time. This color-coded functionality enhances the watch’s utility for pilots and navigational needs.
Adding to the military-inspired aesthetics, the Pelagos FXD GMT comes with a flight-suit green one-piece fabric strap, finished with a titanium pin buckle and keeper. An additional removable fabric keeper, adorned with the French Naval Aviation roundel, completes the look, allowing aviators and enthusiasts alike to wear a piece of TUDOR’s naval legacy on their wrists.
Exclusively available at TUDOR’s boutiques in Dubai Mall and Mall of The Emirates, the Pelagos FXD GMT is a testament to TUDOR’s dedication to high-performance design and engineering. Built for the demands of aviation and crafted with the precision of Swiss watchmaking, this model combines style, innovation, and heritage in a watch truly fit for modern aviators.
