I just subscribed after the first minute of the video when Teddy laid out how he doesn’t make clickbait Rolex videos often, acknowledging the Rolex fatigue that is out there. That sincerity and empathy is rare, and he is definitely not doing what most other watch channels are in justifying the frequent inclusion of “Rolex” in the headlines in the name of improving the TH-cam algorithm. Sure, that can then help get the word out for other content that the creators are really passionate about, but Teddy is sticking to his principles(and his audience) and just doing things his way, regardless of how it may affect his views. That is such a special combination of confidence and integrity.
Appreciate this comment, my friend. I bring up Rolex when I feel it is appropriate or if it helps with the framing of driving a point home but I also don't want to be the boy who cries wolf.
Feels like we also talk about Rolex do’s and don’t s marketing and AD / supply or culture wows as much or more than we talk about innovation or horology.
Teddy, just wanted to say I hugely appreciate sharing your take with us. Love how balanced your channel is and you give quality info for casuals and enthusiasts alike. In this watch segment on TH-cam, there is far too much clickbait, you're a breath of fresh air.
Plus, Teddy - you always win over Kevin when shopping for a collection. I think this "master vs grasshopper" idea of his is completely the other way around. :-D
@@TeddyBaldassarre My pleasure Teddy, you absolutely deserve every bit of admiration we have for you. Not many people making videos about watch industry are that knowledgeable and pleasant to watch as you are. Thank you for what you are doing and please continue!
@@TeddyBaldassarre i think the reason you're *clearly* more knowledgeable than kevin is because you do watches for a living. that is your expertise. for kevin, it's just a hobby. his expertise is finance, business and investment. he can't stay up-to-date on the watch world the way teddy can. but when you put the two of you together on-screen, it's magic.
@@A_Brion I like the actor who plays in the new Magnum, but the writers were better in the 80's, and the fact that the star is now the British woman instead of Magnum sucks.
Great video and content. I’m fortunate to own a Coke form 1998 and a Batman from 2016. They definitely have not strayed far from the original design cues. I fell in love with the Batman, and as a pilot I thought it brought a more appropriate colour-way to the bezel having blue for daytime sky and black for the night sky!
I remember when I first got into watch collecting, the main watch that really captured my attention was the aluminum bezel rolex gmt. As I started collecting though that watch became more of a distant dream. Secondary market prices and disparity made this watch almost impossible to afford or find. After a while I purchased the tudor gmt and fell in love with that watch. Still though, this watch is beautiful and a true icon. Forever a grail
Brilliant Teddy. I’ll add one more reason, a personal one: family history. My dad had a two-tone in the late 70s-80s. He moved it along at some point when I wasn’t paying attention. Probably my college years. In his mind, as a pilot, it was the ultimate watch. Great job!
I was very very fortunate to buy this exact watch from my AD at retail late last year, and it’s exquisite. I’m still in love with it and feel tremendously lucky to have it in my collection. Thank you Teddy for sharing your passion and helping me develop mine!
Hello, i have a question for you. Dont you find the red and blue a bit limiting in terms of your outfit? I have a submariner and since it's black I can wear it with everyting
Great video! I started with Rolex like many, buying Submariners. I didn't think it got any better than the oyster bracelet with the glidelock clasp that comes on the Sub. But the GMT, on the jubilee, is the most comfortable Rolex available. The articulation on the GMT is way better and I don't miss the glidelock as the easylink offers plenty of adjustment on the fly. Something most people don't mention is the case back, it's flatter on the GMT vs something like the Sub, and it wears even better on the wrist as a result. Also, when putting my GMT and Sub side by side, I find the Sub's bezel to look a little retro and outdated. The GMTs bezel definitely has a more modern font and look to it.
I really have to give it to you. You and the Urban Gentry are probably the only two watch youtubers (and „just one more watch“but he has some different target group) that do not annoy me when making a video about Rolex. I actually really appreciated the video because it seems like you just hide Rolex a little bit under your cuffs rather than being loud about it. When you make a video about Rolex it really feels genuine. I for myself always wanted a Rolex and I really long objected from buying one because of all the negative side effects to it but I just have to say Rolex makes great watches. I always kinda hide my Rolex when I am wearing it because I don’t want the attention but I still love wearing it because of the craftsmanship, history and so on. Same goes with videos, I hate those bragging videos about Rolex but when it is genuine, well thought and grounded I really love it. Great input to some great watch!
I just got a steel and gold one from my AD yesterday, not as desirable as all steel I know, but it shows it is possible to get them at cost. I was not keen on the pepsi due to the colour bleeding where the red and blue meet on the bezel.
@@t173hfl63 around 6 mouths, but over the last year I have built up a very good relationship with my AD. I retired around 12 months ago and didn't even have a watch. I went to my local AD (not so local its 100 miles away.) to talk about putting my name on the list for a steel and rose datejust 41 explaining exactly why I wanted that particular watch. Someone had turned down one that day and I was offered this, which of course I bought. From that moment I was hooked. Since then I have bought 3 watches, all different brands and styles, totalling around £7500. When buying then I explained to them the reason I wanted that specific watch and I always had my datejust on. It's all about getting that relationship, be honest and be patient. I just been incredibly lucky
@@harrymc9263 Great to hear your story… mine is very similar. I also have just managed to secure a GMT Rolesor Rootbeer retail from my AD, after having secured a DateJust for my 60th birthday previously. No prior buy history, no silly games, just an honest chat with a very decent family business. Being upfront and transparent goes a long way imo. 👍🇬🇧
I have just purchased the GMT Batgirl, jubilee. I know people say on jubilee is should be a pepsi, and for the black/blue it should be on oyster. But for me, the batgirl is just a beautiful, sexy, sporty and yet refined watch. I love it! Great video, thanks for posting.
Thank You Teddy as always. I have 6 or 7 GMT’s in my collection, Tudor, Longines,Grand Seiko, Seiko , I agree 100% that the Rolex is Top of the “food chain” when it comes to GMT, I got the Call From My AD, My “Batman” will be in This coming week. Just in time for Thanksgiving and the Holidays. 😊. I am truly blessed and Fortunate to be in a position to buy such a watch. After 40 years in Trucking I Sold My last Rigs and Now I can Take it easy during my Older years. Thanks for the Great Content Teddy, we all appreciate what you do !!
Completely agree - when one thinks of a GMT in steel with a Pepsi bezel there is only one your mind thinks of initially.... many other brands have emulated it at all manner of price points, but there is only one true reference - a Rolex GMT.
I did play the close your eyes game 😅 Diver : Certina action diver (want one) Chrono : My black bay chrono GMT : Fortis F-43 GMT (want one) Great video Teddy 👏🏻
I’ve worn both the Jubilee as well as the Oyster. I can say I’ll take the Jubilee bracelet all day long. It molds so well around your wrist that it’s not just the most comfortable, but the most practical. The oyster shows scratches too easily while the Jubilee disguises them.
Totally agree, plus the GMT in my opinion started the whole grey market boost. The comfort is sublime and the iconic bezel with platinum inlay is such a remarkable eye catcher.
Have a BLNR on oyster - absolutely love it. So much more interesting than the 114060 I owned. One could argue that Rolex defines all of the category of watches you mentioned. They may not always be the first to it, but they certainly excel in it. Take the Daytona. Where else are you getting an automatic chronograph at ~12mm thick with a 100m WR and has the same pedigree? I’ll borrow your words, “it’s a masterclass of fit and finish” for the category. The 4130 in itself is possibly the most reliable auto chronograph ever built.
I can confirm everything he said about the GMT. I was lucky enough to try one half a year ago, my first thought was wow this wears really slim. The lugs and height give it that impression, plus the jubilee makes it wear light and airy but still a feeling of quality.
I would love a Batman on a Jubilee. For me Black and Blue looks better and more makes sense then blue and red. The other one is probably the pepsi in white gold, not that any Rolex is stealth wealth but there is something about having a gold watch that people cannot tell is gold.
1:18 and I really really thank you for that and please don't start to. It's one of the main reasons I watch your channel. I own two Rolexes (including the updated GMT master II Batman on oyster) but honestly fatigued with all the undeserved hype and how hard it is for people to get one. I also don't really wear mine because I live in a major city and crime for them has become ridiculous to the point where I can't wear them without feeling like I'm wearing a sign on my back that says "pistol whip me and then rob me, please". I'm considering two things. Move from this major city where Rolex crime has become rampant, or sell both of them and enjoy other fine timepieces that are better than my Rolexes, less well known, and more understated. I'm lucky enough to have an honest local AD that I've been going to for a while. From personal experience, I can tell you that these are very very few and far between. This whole fiasco started because of the ridiculous grey market that shady ADs have created with flippers (which is about 90 percent of ADs when it comes to Rolex). So thank you, thank you ADs for creating this wonderful Rolex market for people to enjoy. This whole fiasco has really turned me off from the brand.
@@gmotionedc5412 My earliest Swiss watch with hacking is an Omega from 1970. Just did a google search on the first hacking Rolex GMT and it looks like they first introduced it around 1971 so your watch must be one of the last non hacking versions.
@@angelos6817 yeah I looked that up too. Since this was my grandfathers I’m not exactly sure of the age. My only clue is he wrote 72 on some paperwork with the watch. And my dad said my grandad bought it used not new. So it could be a 60’s version? I did have the watch serviced and it was a fortune because Rolex told me I had to replace a couple parts or they would not service it or in the future. So I was like a prisoner of Rolex and had to pay thousands just so going forward rolex would accept the watch for service. Rolex claimed the dial was not a Rolex dial! This was a shock to me and I had no idea of the service history. I can only guess at some point a shady service center must have swapped dials because it was nothing I ever did. I’ll admit this really put a sour taste in my mouth for the Dallas Rolex center. Who knows what happened all I know is I had to pay a FORTUNE just to service it. The watch looks great now. That’s my story.
@@gmotionedc5412 Great story! Your grandfathers Rolex! Must be great to own such a nice piece of family history. I've heard many bad stories about Rolex service centres. One story is where Rolex also claimed the dial was not correct in a vintage Rolex and it was 100% original dial. Something fishy going on there. Did they try to sell you a service dial and hands when it was serviced. I bet the service guys would resell the original dial for big money on ebay. I wouldn't worry about it and just enjoy the watch. It's serviced now so you won't have to deal with watchmakers for a very long time.
Agree. I went with the Rootbeer. Personally my favorite Rolex back then and now in the current catalog. The case and 20mm lugs wear so well even on my 17cm wrist. When I close my eyes and think Rolex I see the Rootbeer and a fluted black DJ on jubilee.
Can’t wait getting mine this week 126710 BLNR. Oyster bracelet .. my last GMT was an early 2000. Share please what automatic winder should I use .I have also a OMEGA Planet ocean 600 chronograph with a 9900 caliber
Love this piece so much, my favorite in the collection, next to my first one which is the Sub. Still looking for a Panda though, I guess these 3 together makes it the perfect Rolex (sport) collection! Speedy, esp. with the new bracelet is awesome as well! Just got the new BB Pro, but you're right, thinking about GMT, there's no other watch that comes to the mind as fast.
This video reminds me of the yesterday's Watchfinder video, in which they mentioned that they should talk about Rolex and put Rolex in the video title for the video to be available to most viewers and that's sad. Anyways Teddy can make a video about a piece of chalk and make it watchable and enjoyable. Kudos to you.
I own this watch but don't wear it out much because it's sorta a pain to keep re-setting the date. I guess if I wore it daily that wouldn't be an issue. Maybe I should.
My first Rolex I picked up from the AD back in Feb was a GMT-II Batman on Oyster. It really just does it all. Less bling on the Oyster, and fits me better as a 31 year old. Honeymoon is still strong 6 months out lol, wearing it every damn day.
Wondering how you went with the GMT batman over the classic Sub? I'm having the same choice, put my name in for a Batman at the local AD (Boston). The rep said "I wouldn't worry too much and that there was a lot of boutiques in the north east and 'his clients' are all happy'
Great video Teddy. I have a 1675 from 1965 with the Oyster bracelet with the hollow links. It may be stretched and it does rattle, but I think it is one of the most comfortable bracelets out there. Keep up the great content.
At 8:57, who are the other companies that do the Explorer style watch well? The Explorer is easily my favorite Rolex. One thing that makes it hard for me to find alternatives is I find date windows to usually be annoying. Date windows probably came in really handy when we used to actually use our watches to tell time. But these days, I find the date window just to be a little ugly box that throws off the symmetry of most dials.
GMT Pepsi a true iconic and the best GMT you can actually buy with money - no doubt. There is only 2 watches playing on a similar level which is the Panda and the iconic Hulk
Went to an AD a few days back, just to approach one…and I saw two : ! One with an Oyster bracelet and one with a Jubilee, both in Pepsi configuration. I prefer the oyster bracelet, making it look more for what it is : a tool watch. On my opinion, the jubilee is more convenient on a dress watch, like the Dayjust. Besides, it’s nearly impossible to get one : you have to wait at least 1 to 3 years… no wonder the secondary market works so well ! I was told that it would be easier to have one if I was already a Rolex customer ? Change my mind Teddy !
Good call on the GMT Master. No one wore it like Tom Selleck - Magnum PI. He also wore a Chronosport Quartz Diver. What was Chronosport and what happened to it?
I just got a GMT Master 2, and it’s currently my favorite watch in the world. I might be a little biased, but that’s how I feel. And I’m 100% team jubilee
The GMT Master 2 is my everyday watch. I bought my black dial in 2005 for $3700. I just thought it was a cool watch at the time, and that wasn’t flashy, and was actually quite utilitarian. Little did I know that my exact watch now sells for $15-20k. But it’s not the money. It’s a great comfortable and versatile watch that I can wear everywhere. It looks great at the beach as well as at a formal dinner or a board room.
Teddy, “spot on” although I own a 70’s vintage Date just, I am not a Rolex fan. That being sad I am on a list at 2 AD’s for the Pepsi. BTW “the close your eyes “ was awesome.
Great review. I’m always amazed at how much information you pack into your quick cadence. Your pace always keeps my attention! Also appreciate your professionalism and attire. I’m old school and believe in sport coats and dress shirts. Lastly, I purchased the Pepsi after a nine month wait from my local AD. Quite frankly, I expected it to take longer and was surprised when it arrived, coincidentally, two weeks before my birthday. I bought mine on the Oyster bracelet, which, for me is the most classic and suitable selection for the GMT Master II. Cheers!
Teddy is there a difference between the 126710blro and the 126710BKSJ ? I was checking out a site and saw their both the pepsi setup/design yet model #'s are different. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!
Hi. Wondering if any GMT owner can tell me if a 6 inch wrist can fit nicely a Batman? Not having the opportunity to try it somewhere however just wondering of someone with same wrist size has one. Thank you
I bought my Rolex GMT Master II and took it home, put it in my wrist March 6th, 2011 and I have worn it every day since! 12 plus years - has never been serviced, runs perfectly - it’s just amazing. I want a Submariner to round out the Collection but my oh my what an absolutely rock solid beautiful watch!
It’s the first Rolex I owned. Bought it from a co worker who flew fighters in Vietnam. He bought the watch in 1967. When he came home from the war he put it in his dresser where it sat until 1986. Sold to me for $500! And man do I wish I still had that watch today… hindsight is definitely 20 20.
I never was initially drawn to this modle,, until a couple months ago my AD asked if I wanted to try one on. OMG, I instantly understood what all the hype was all about.....it is simply gorgeous. I immediately expressed my interest in the model!
Got this watch two weeks ago and it is incredible. Love everything about it. The AD made it a great experience so it was a wonderful way to end the buying part of this hobby for me.
I'm on track to purchase a GMT Master II in the near future. There have been a lot of positive changes in my life this year and hopefully I'll be able to get my first Rolex from a boutique to celebrate. I work abroad, and regularly with offices in several time zones. The GMT makes sense. Absolutely love the bezel, dial, functionality and history. I've been torn between the jubilee and oyster but some of the comments are pushing me toward the jubilee!
Veey true Teddy. The Rolex Explorer II might be the closest thing to a luxury GMT alternative to the GMT Master II, but even then it's still a tool watch with a GMT hand slapped onto it. Thank you for your amazing work Teddy. Regards from Malta 🇲🇹
Got my GMT Master ii Pepsi - 2 months ago, retail from an AD. I walked in 8 months ago and was asked by a totally newbie store clerk what I was looking for? I kinda scawffed at first but thought, what the hell. Told her what I wanted and gave my name and number. I absolutely forgot about this interaction and consigned myself to this watch being a pipedream. So much so I went and purchased a Tag Monoco & Tudor BBay 58 with an order for a Cartier Santos. Then out of the blue I get a text from Newbie clerk at AD letting me know my watch was IN! I was blown away and have been just over the moon to wear this beautiful timepiece.
The only red/blue GMT that comes in at a distant second place is the Tudor version. And to be honest, that’s mainly because it looks like a vintage version of the Rolex Pepsi. Great video, Teddy. Keep them coming.
I bought my Pepsi from my AD in April (Tourneau / Bucherer) after about 3 years waiting. My first piece was a sea dweller after two years waiting followed by (2) Panerai’s (both boutique exclusives). THEN I got a Pepsi allocation. It was worth the wait AND I am happy with the hunt. Next up … I have an IWC Perpetual Cal Mojave Desert on order and am waiting for an allocation on the new 36mm explorer.
The GMT M2 isn’t my favorite Rolex but I do agree with how it just owns the GMT field. For me the most respect that can be given to a watch is when someone like Philippe Dufour, who only owns 2 watches, owns one and it is the Pepsi version. His other watch? A. Lange Datograph.
Thanks to Courtney I landed into ur channels I m into watches not possessive but yah upto some extent u r doing a great job keep it up gmt master II is looking dope.
100% agree teddy. I still appreciate other brands and am happy I’ve been introduced to other brands through you I would not have run across myself. Great video as always 🔥
My lovely Wife bought me a Batman version of this watch in 2012 as a birthday present and I absolutely love it, I wear it most days. I have been offered 3 times the original price by various watch shops where I live in the UK but I would never sell it. By the way great video as always.
Very thoughtful and informative video as always Teddy,, thank you. Over the past year, I have been unsuccessful in my search for a for a GMT II. I travel extensively for business and take the opportunity to visit watch retailers when possible. Since January I have visited 15 Rolex dealers nationally and internationally, and quoted 2 year wait times and huge mark-ups. However, hanks to your video, I will keep searching and with luck, I will find my watch.
I’m in between this or a Daytona. I can’t picked between these two watches. I own a sea dweller 43 which I love and I have a President that was my fathers. Any advice???
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Which I did… ended up with the Batgirl… which I kept for 6 months. Now have the Sea Dweller 43. Won’t be moving this on but will be adding a Pepsi at some point in time.
I always enjoy your videos. I have a Batman and Sprite. Love them both. If I can ever chase down a Pepsi, I’ll definitely do it. There is just something about a Rolex GMT that sets it apart from the others.
I just subscribed after the first minute of the video when Teddy laid out how he doesn’t make clickbait Rolex videos often, acknowledging the Rolex fatigue that is out there. That sincerity and empathy is rare, and he is definitely not doing what most other watch channels are in justifying the frequent inclusion of “Rolex” in the headlines in the name of improving the TH-cam algorithm. Sure, that can then help get the word out for other content that the creators are really passionate about, but Teddy is sticking to his principles(and his audience) and just doing things his way, regardless of how it may affect his views. That is such a special combination of confidence and integrity.
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Appreciate this comment, my friend. I bring up Rolex when I feel it is appropriate or if it helps with the framing of driving a point home but I also don't want to be the boy who cries wolf.
Feels like we also talk about Rolex do’s and don’t s marketing and AD / supply or culture wows as much or more than we talk about innovation or horology.
You leave watch finder out of this
Teddy, just wanted to say I hugely appreciate sharing your take with us. Love how balanced your channel is and you give quality info for casuals and enthusiasts alike.
In this watch segment on TH-cam, there is far too much clickbait, you're a breath of fresh air.
Plus, Teddy - you always win over Kevin when shopping for a collection. I think this "master vs grasshopper" idea of his is completely the other way around. :-D
I really appreciate this comment, my friend! Have a great rest of your Tuesday.
@@TeddyBaldassarre My pleasure Teddy, you absolutely deserve every bit of admiration we have for you. Not many people making videos about watch industry are that knowledgeable and pleasant to watch as you are. Thank you for what you are doing and please continue!
@@TeddyBaldassarre hi Teddy. Love the videos you put. I enjoy watching them and learning. What do you think of Revue Thommen watches.
@@TeddyBaldassarre i think the reason you're *clearly* more knowledgeable than kevin is because you do watches for a living. that is your expertise. for kevin, it's just a hobby. his expertise is finance, business and investment. he can't stay up-to-date on the watch world the way teddy can. but when you put the two of you together on-screen, it's magic.
I want it for a very stupid reason, it's the watch that Tom Selleck wore in "Magnum PI" 😊
Raymond Reddington also.
Same reason I have it, watching the modern day Magnum PI
@@A_Brion I like the actor who plays in the new Magnum, but the writers were better in the 80's, and the fact that the star is now the British woman instead of Magnum sucks.
that‘s stupid indeed
Same.
The Ferrari and stache will complete the trifecta.
Great video and content. I’m fortunate to own a Coke form 1998 and a Batman from 2016. They definitely have not strayed far from the original design cues. I fell in love with the Batman, and as a pilot I thought it brought a more appropriate colour-way to the bezel having blue for daytime sky and black for the night sky!
Agree!
I remember when I first got into watch collecting, the main watch that really captured my attention was the aluminum bezel rolex gmt. As I started collecting though that watch became more of a distant dream. Secondary market prices and disparity made this watch almost impossible to afford or find. After a while I purchased the tudor gmt and fell in love with that watch. Still though, this watch is beautiful and a true icon. Forever a grail
I feel the EXACT SAME WAY
I went out and bought the Tudor gmt when it came out in 2018 as well
Brilliant Teddy. I’ll add one more reason, a personal one: family history. My dad had a two-tone in the late 70s-80s. He moved it along at some point when I wasn’t paying attention. Probably my college years. In his mind, as a pilot, it was the ultimate watch. Great job!
I was very very fortunate to buy this exact watch from my AD at retail late last year, and it’s exquisite. I’m still in love with it and feel tremendously lucky to have it in my collection. Thank you Teddy for sharing your passion and helping me develop mine!
how much did you spend at the AD?
Hello, i have a question for you. Dont you find the red and blue a bit limiting in terms of your outfit? I have a submariner and since it's black I can wear it with everyting
@@TyrionDiessame and I want to add another watch to my collection , I’m looking at the root beer potentially
Great video! I started with Rolex like many, buying Submariners. I didn't think it got any better than the oyster bracelet with the glidelock clasp that comes on the Sub. But the GMT, on the jubilee, is the most comfortable Rolex available. The articulation on the GMT is way better and I don't miss the glidelock as the easylink offers plenty of adjustment on the fly.
Something most people don't mention is the case back, it's flatter on the GMT vs something like the Sub, and it wears even better on the wrist as a result.
Also, when putting my GMT and Sub side by side, I find the Sub's bezel to look a little retro and outdated. The GMTs bezel definitely has a more modern font and look to it.
I really have to give it to you. You and the Urban Gentry are probably the only two watch youtubers (and „just one more watch“but he has some different target group) that do not annoy me when making a video about Rolex. I actually really appreciated the video because it seems like you just hide Rolex a little bit under your cuffs rather than being loud about it. When you make a video about Rolex it really feels genuine.
I for myself always wanted a Rolex and I really long objected from buying one because of all the negative side effects to it but I just have to say Rolex makes great watches. I always kinda hide my Rolex when I am wearing it because I don’t want the attention but I still love wearing it because of the craftsmanship, history and so on.
Same goes with videos, I hate those bragging videos about Rolex but when it is genuine, well thought and grounded I really love it. Great input to some great watch!
Anyone else appreciate how logical Teddys reviews are? Great insight as always Teddy keep these reviews coming!
My GMT ll has been with me around the globe for many years. This is one watch I will never sell, trade or leave my side, ever.
I just got a steel and gold one from my AD yesterday, not as desirable as all steel I know, but it shows it is possible to get them at cost. I was not keen on the pepsi due to the colour bleeding where the red and blue meet on the bezel.
how long did you wait
@@t173hfl63 first question anyone asks
@@t173hfl63 around 6 mouths, but over the last year I have built up a very good relationship with my AD. I retired around 12 months ago and didn't even have a watch. I went to my local AD (not so local its 100 miles away.) to talk about putting my name on the list for a steel and rose datejust 41 explaining exactly why I wanted that particular watch. Someone had turned down one that day and I was offered this, which of course I bought. From that moment I was hooked. Since then I have bought 3 watches, all different brands and styles, totalling around £7500. When buying then I explained to them the reason I wanted that specific watch and I always had my datejust on. It's all about getting that relationship, be honest and be patient. I just been incredibly lucky
Congrats Harry! That is a killer watch and I am glad to hear stories like this.
@@harrymc9263 Great to hear your story… mine is very similar. I also have just managed to secure a GMT Rolesor Rootbeer retail from my AD, after having secured a DateJust for my 60th birthday previously. No prior buy history, no silly games, just an honest chat with a very decent family business. Being upfront and transparent goes a long way imo. 👍🇬🇧
I have just purchased the GMT Batgirl, jubilee. I know people say on jubilee is should be a pepsi, and for the black/blue it should be on oyster. But for me, the batgirl is just a beautiful, sexy, sporty and yet refined watch. I love it! Great video, thanks for posting.
Thank You Teddy as always. I have 6 or 7 GMT’s in my collection, Tudor, Longines,Grand Seiko, Seiko , I agree 100% that the Rolex is Top of the “food chain” when it comes to GMT, I got the Call From My AD, My “Batman” will be in This coming week. Just in time for Thanksgiving and the Holidays. 😊. I am truly blessed and Fortunate to be in a position to buy such a watch. After 40 years in Trucking I Sold My last Rigs and Now I can Take it easy during my Older years. Thanks for the Great Content Teddy, we all appreciate what you do !!
Completely agree - when one thinks of a GMT in steel with a Pepsi bezel there is only one your mind thinks of initially.... many other brands have emulated it at all manner of price points, but there is only one true reference - a Rolex GMT.
I did play the close your eyes game 😅 Diver : Certina action diver (want one) Chrono : My black bay chrono
GMT : Fortis F-43 GMT (want one)
Great video Teddy 👏🏻
After years of waiting, I got the call and can’t wait to finally pick this beautiful piece up from the AD next week.
I’ve worn both the Jubilee as well as the Oyster. I can say I’ll take the Jubilee bracelet all day long. It molds so well around your wrist that it’s not just the most comfortable, but the most practical. The oyster shows scratches too easily while the Jubilee disguises them.
Same, I regret swapping my jubilee pepsi for an oyster batman.
Agreed. I’ve been wearing a Submariner for years and just picked up a BLNR GMT today on a jubilee bracelet. It’s night and day for fitment.
Totally agree, plus the GMT in my opinion started the whole grey market boost. The comfort is sublime and the iconic bezel with platinum inlay is such a remarkable eye catcher.
Have a BLNR on oyster - absolutely love it. So much more interesting than the 114060 I owned.
One could argue that Rolex defines all of the category of watches you mentioned. They may not always be the first to it, but they certainly excel in it.
Take the Daytona. Where else are you getting an automatic chronograph at ~12mm thick with a 100m WR and has the same pedigree? I’ll borrow your words, “it’s a masterclass of fit and finish” for the category. The 4130 in itself is possibly the most reliable auto chronograph ever built.
It's a very nice homage of the Steinhart Ocean 39 GMT ceramic.
Very impressive knowledge, passion & fluency on ⌚️there is so much choice available today. 🙏😎
I can confirm everything he said about the GMT. I was lucky enough to try one half a year ago, my first thought was wow this wears really slim. The lugs and height give it that impression, plus the jubilee makes it wear light and airy but still a feeling of quality.
Right to the point. But as I am fan of dual tone, I went with Guiness. Love it.
I would love a Batman on a Jubilee. For me Black and Blue looks better and more makes sense then blue and red. The other one is probably the pepsi in white gold, not that any Rolex is stealth wealth but there is something about having a gold watch that people cannot tell is gold.
1:18 and I really really thank you for that and please don't start to. It's one of the main reasons I watch your channel. I own two Rolexes (including the updated GMT master II Batman on oyster) but honestly fatigued with all the undeserved hype and how hard it is for people to get one. I also don't really wear mine because I live in a major city and crime for them has become ridiculous to the point where I can't wear them without feeling like I'm wearing a sign on my back that says "pistol whip me and then rob me, please". I'm considering two things. Move from this major city where Rolex crime has become rampant, or sell both of them and enjoy other fine timepieces that are better than my Rolexes, less well known, and more understated. I'm lucky enough to have an honest local AD that I've been going to for a while. From personal experience, I can tell you that these are very very few and far between. This whole fiasco started because of the ridiculous grey market that shady ADs have created with flippers (which is about 90 percent of ADs when it comes to Rolex). So thank you, thank you ADs for creating this wonderful Rolex market for people to enjoy. This whole fiasco has really turned me off from the brand.
I really want the Batman variant. For me, the bezel color makes more sense: Blue sky of the daytime and the black sky of the nighttime.
Great analysis. Fully agree, esp. regarding the "no equal peer" category.
Is the gmt hand the same shade of color as the red bezel? Or the red bezel are darker? In real life?
I love my 71-72 model I inherited from my grandad! Still going strong!! I was shocked it had no hacking but I guess that’s a modern feature??
Hacking is not a modern feature. The oldest watch with hacking in my collection is a Seiko Sportsmatic from 1965.
@@angelos6817 so seiko had it in 65 and Rolex didn’t have it in 71/72?? Ok then.
@@gmotionedc5412 My earliest Swiss watch with hacking is an Omega from 1970. Just did a google search on the first hacking Rolex GMT and it looks like they first introduced it around 1971 so your watch must be one of the last non hacking versions.
@@angelos6817 yeah I looked that up too. Since this was my grandfathers I’m not exactly sure of the age. My only clue is he wrote 72 on some paperwork with the watch. And my dad said my grandad bought it used not new. So it could be a 60’s version? I did have the watch serviced and it was a fortune because Rolex told me I had to replace a couple parts or they would not service it or in the future. So I was like a prisoner of Rolex and had to pay thousands just so going forward rolex would accept the watch for service. Rolex claimed the dial was not a Rolex dial! This was a shock to me and I had no idea of the service history. I can only guess at some point a shady service center must have swapped dials because it was nothing I ever did. I’ll admit this really put a sour taste in my mouth for the Dallas Rolex center. Who knows what happened all I know is I had to pay a FORTUNE just to service it. The watch looks great now. That’s my story.
@@gmotionedc5412 Great story! Your grandfathers Rolex! Must be great to own such a nice piece of family history. I've heard many bad stories about Rolex service centres. One story is where Rolex also claimed the dial was not correct in a vintage Rolex and it was 100% original dial. Something fishy going on there. Did they try to sell you a service dial and hands when it was serviced. I bet the service guys would resell the original dial for big money on ebay. I wouldn't worry about it and just enjoy the watch. It's serviced now so you won't have to deal with watchmakers for a very long time.
This is the watch that is #1 on my list to one day get - thanks for calling it out!
Agree. I went with the Rootbeer. Personally my favorite Rolex back then and now in the current catalog. The case and 20mm lugs wear so well even on my 17cm wrist. When I close my eyes and think Rolex I see the Rootbeer and a fluted black DJ on jubilee.
Did you go TT or solid Gold?
@@joshs3916 two tone.... A lot more understated and versatile than you might expect. Not quite an everyday watch but I wear it a lot.
@@jeremydahm2124 Nice, all gold isn't exactly understated lol, Enjoy your gmt TT :)
Batman jubilee all the way.
@@silveriver9 I would definitely not pass on jube batman. Awesome
Can’t wait getting mine this week 126710 BLNR. Oyster bracelet .. my last GMT was an early 2000. Share please what automatic winder should I use .I have also a OMEGA Planet ocean 600 chronograph with a 9900 caliber
I agree with you on this watch, it's an icon, made popular to me by Magnum PI.....
Love this piece so much, my favorite in the collection, next to my first one which is the Sub. Still looking for a Panda though, I guess these 3 together makes it the perfect Rolex (sport) collection! Speedy, esp. with the new bracelet is awesome as well! Just got the new BB Pro, but you're right, thinking about GMT, there's no other watch that comes to the mind as fast.
Nice. Loved seeing you take a bit of a creative risk with the “close your eyes” segment. Keep pushing in the format big man 👍🏻
I have to say that NKUWAN 's watches is amazing!
This video reminds me of the yesterday's Watchfinder video, in which they mentioned that they should talk about Rolex and put Rolex in the video title for the video to be available to most viewers and that's sad. Anyways Teddy can make a video about a piece of chalk and make it watchable and enjoyable. Kudos to you.
I like my gmt ii with the oyster bracelet, probably because I bought it new 30+ years ago and wore it nearly every day.
I own this watch but don't wear it out much because it's sorta a pain to keep re-setting the date. I guess if I wore it daily that wouldn't be an issue. Maybe I should.
Put it on a winder when not in use. Easy way to keep date on track.
I own this exact piece and it is my favorite by far.
My first Rolex I picked up from the AD back in Feb was a GMT-II Batman on Oyster. It really just does it all. Less bling on the Oyster, and fits me better as a 31 year old. Honeymoon is still strong 6 months out lol, wearing it every damn day.
That’s my favorite watch ever. Batman on oyster.
"Waiting" for mine for 6 months now. Love that watch!
I love my Batman, also on an oyster. Looking at it each day it also makes me want to own the Pepsi and the Rootbeer!
Wondering how you went with the GMT batman over the classic Sub? I'm having the same choice, put my name in for a Batman at the local AD (Boston). The rep said "I wouldn't worry too much and that there was a lot of boutiques in the north east and 'his clients' are all happy'
Batman on jubilee aka Bruce Wayne all the way.
Great video Teddy. I have a 1675 from 1965 with the Oyster bracelet with the hollow links. It may be stretched and it does rattle, but I think it is one of the most comfortable bracelets out there. Keep up the great content.
At 8:57, who are the other companies that do the Explorer style watch well? The Explorer is easily my favorite Rolex. One thing that makes it hard for me to find alternatives is I find date windows to usually be annoying. Date windows probably came in really handy when we used to actually use our watches to tell time. But these days, I find the date window just to be a little ugly box that throws off the symmetry of most dials.
that was incredible. what a beautiful watch and what great work you did on it!amzwatch
I was on the waitlist for a BLNR Jubilee for over 2-years. Finally got the call today and picked her up. Couldn’t be happier! Such a beautiful watch
Great watch. Amazing how much they have increased in cost, and appreciated in value over the years. Nice review. Thanks.
Great clarity
I have never been disappointed since I became a customer of amzwatch. Their watches are of exceptional quality.
while i love watch content on youtube, this channel also has me coming back for teddys articulate and genuine ability to communicate his perspective.
I don't get the gmt. How hard can it be to figure out 2 or 3 timezones??
I agree with this and is why I don't aspire to own a GMT, but maybe someday I will change my mind!
@@MikeyAnalog I would rather have a submariner. Nice to know what time it is when you're 300 meters down.
GMT Pepsi a true iconic and the best GMT you can actually buy with money - no doubt.
There is only 2 watches playing on a similar level which is the Panda and the iconic Hulk
So what is the best way to learn about watches the history models and such? I'm so far behind I don't know where to start.
Great videos all ways
Went to an AD a few days back, just to approach one…and I saw two : ! One with an Oyster bracelet and one with a Jubilee, both in Pepsi configuration. I prefer the oyster bracelet, making it look more for what it is : a tool watch. On my opinion, the jubilee is more convenient on a dress watch, like the Dayjust. Besides, it’s nearly impossible to get one : you have to wait at least 1 to 3 years… no wonder the secondary market works so well ! I was told that it would be easier to have one if I was already a Rolex customer ? Change my mind Teddy !
Good call on the GMT Master. No one wore it like Tom Selleck - Magnum PI. He also wore a Chronosport Quartz Diver. What was Chronosport and what happened to it?
I just got a GMT Master 2, and it’s currently my favorite watch in the world. I might be a little biased, but that’s how I feel. And I’m 100% team jubilee
The GMT Master 2 is my everyday watch. I bought my black dial in 2005 for $3700. I just thought it was a cool watch at the time, and that wasn’t flashy, and was actually quite utilitarian. Little did I know that my exact watch now sells for $15-20k. But it’s not the money. It’s a great comfortable and versatile watch that I can wear everywhere. It looks great at the beach as well as at a formal dinner or a board room.
I got mine for a few $$ more than what you paid.. but a true GMT all around.
Teddy, “spot on” although I own a 70’s vintage Date just, I am not a Rolex fan. That being sad I am on a list at 2 AD’s for the Pepsi. BTW “the close your eyes “ was awesome.
Great review. I’m always amazed at how much information you pack into your quick cadence. Your pace always keeps my attention! Also appreciate your professionalism and attire. I’m old school and believe in sport coats and dress shirts. Lastly, I purchased the Pepsi after a nine month wait from my local AD. Quite frankly, I expected it to take longer and was surprised when it arrived, coincidentally, two weeks before my birthday. I bought mine on the Oyster bracelet, which, for me is the most classic and suitable selection for the GMT Master II. Cheers!
You’re hardly just a regular guy Teddy 😊 but respect for your knowledge for all the timepieces you talk about 👍
Had a 5503 submariner for many years. Been without any Rolex for a few years now. This specific model GMT-Master II, is my one and done watch.
Teddy is there a difference between the 126710blro and the 126710BKSJ ? I was checking out a site and saw their both the pepsi setup/design yet model #'s are different. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!
Hi. Wondering if any GMT owner can tell me if a 6 inch wrist can fit nicely a Batman? Not having the opportunity to try it somewhere however just wondering of someone with same wrist size has one. Thank you
I bought my Rolex GMT Master II and took it home, put it in my wrist March 6th, 2011 and I have worn it every day since! 12 plus years - has never been serviced, runs perfectly - it’s just amazing. I want a Submariner to round out the
Collection but my oh my what an absolutely rock solid beautiful watch!
It’s the first Rolex I owned. Bought it from a co worker who flew fighters in Vietnam. He bought the watch in 1967. When he came home from the war he put it in his dresser where it sat until 1986. Sold to me for $500! And man do I wish I still had that watch today… hindsight is definitely 20 20.
Thanks for the review. I just schedule my appt to place an order
Great video. Agree with your 4 points, especially the last one. Thanks.
I never was initially drawn to this modle,, until a couple months ago my AD asked if I wanted to try one on. OMG, I instantly understood what all the hype was all about.....it is simply gorgeous. I immediately expressed my interest in the model!
Got this watch two weeks ago and it is incredible. Love everything about it. The AD made it a great experience so it was a wonderful way to end the buying part of this hobby for me.
Teddy is just right on this one, it’s my personal dream watch - maybe one day 😍🇺🇸🇬🇧🍻
I'm on track to purchase a GMT Master II in the near future. There have been a lot of positive changes in my life this year and hopefully I'll be able to get my first Rolex from a boutique to celebrate. I work abroad, and regularly with offices in several time zones. The GMT makes sense. Absolutely love the bezel, dial, functionality and history.
I've been torn between the jubilee and oyster but some of the comments are pushing me toward the jubilee!
Great episode ! Passionate and professional
Veey true Teddy.
The Rolex Explorer II might be the closest thing to a luxury GMT alternative to the GMT Master II, but even then it's still a tool watch with a GMT hand slapped onto it.
Thank you for your amazing work Teddy. Regards from Malta 🇲🇹
Got my GMT Master ii Pepsi - 2 months ago, retail from an AD. I walked in 8 months ago and was asked by a totally newbie store clerk what I was looking for? I kinda scawffed at first but thought, what the hell. Told her what I wanted and gave my name and number.
I absolutely forgot about this interaction and consigned myself to this watch being a pipedream. So much so I went and purchased a Tag Monoco & Tudor BBay 58 with an order for a Cartier Santos.
Then out of the blue I get a text from Newbie clerk at AD letting me know my watch was IN!
I was blown away and have been just over the moon to wear this beautiful timepiece.
Does your new GMTs have anti reflective coating?
I am still saving up for mine and looking forward to the call when my AD manages to source one for me🤞🏼
My dream watch💪🏼
I have the LN model in my rotation and in my opinion, besides the Pepsi, it would be the only one that I would consider owning.
Hi Teddy, great video as awlays! Just wonder whether this is Chris's watch? Haha
So 4th of July, Teddy!
The only red/blue GMT that comes in at a distant second place is the Tudor version. And to be honest, that’s mainly because it looks like a vintage version of the Rolex Pepsi.
Great video, Teddy. Keep them coming.
Excellent video content and editing. And a great summary, history, of this incredible watch. I love mine even more now. Thank you. Subscribed.
You knocked this one out of the park Teddy! When I close my eyes and picture a GMT nothing but Rolex comes to mind! Great video
I bought my Pepsi from my AD in April (Tourneau / Bucherer) after about 3 years waiting. My first piece was a sea dweller after two years waiting followed by (2) Panerai’s (both boutique exclusives). THEN I got a Pepsi allocation. It was worth the wait AND I am happy with the hunt. Next up … I have an IWC Perpetual Cal Mojave Desert on order and am waiting for an allocation on the new 36mm explorer.
The GMT M2 isn’t my favorite Rolex but I do agree with how it just owns the GMT field. For me the most respect that can be given to a watch is when someone like Philippe Dufour, who only owns 2 watches, owns one and it is the Pepsi version. His other watch? A. Lange Datograph.
Thanks to Courtney I landed into ur channels I m into watches not possessive but yah upto some extent u r doing a great job keep it up gmt master II is looking dope.
100% agree teddy. I still appreciate other brands and am happy I’ve been introduced to other brands through you I would not have run across myself. Great video as always 🔥
Such a beautiful piece with so much history and as you said the Pepsi fully owns the space of GMT timepieces.
Amazing video. This is my favorite watch in my collection. It will leave me when I die, and It will go to my son....love it!
I’m getting this for retail today!!! 🎉🎉 exciting
This was a really refreshing take. Thank you
My lovely Wife bought me a Batman version of this watch in 2012 as a birthday present and I absolutely love it, I wear it most days.
I have been offered 3 times the original price by various watch shops where I live in the UK but I would never sell it.
By the way great video as always.
The simple ceramic dial & jubilee are just unbeatable.. Wish other watches would have the same
I'm looking for a GMT 2 master mechanism drop-in for my replica gmt that really works ---Does anyone know where I can get one ?
This watch with a black dive bezel = perfect. I'd like to track a second time zone and still have the counter bezel. 3 time zones is over kill!
Very thoughtful and informative video as always Teddy,, thank you. Over the past year, I have been unsuccessful in my search for a for a GMT II. I travel extensively for business and take the opportunity to visit watch retailers when possible. Since January I have visited 15 Rolex dealers nationally and internationally, and quoted 2 year wait times and huge mark-ups. However, hanks to your video, I will keep searching and with luck, I will find my watch.
I’m in between this or a Daytona. I can’t picked between these two watches. I own a sea dweller 43 which I love and I have a President that was my fathers. Any advice???
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I have the 2022 edition, and honestly, I just adore it.
great video!
I bought the 50th ann Silver Snoopy 2 months ago. Gonna swap for the GMT when I can find someone to do the trade.
Which I did… ended up with the Batgirl… which I kept for 6 months. Now have the Sea Dweller 43. Won’t be moving this on but will be adding a Pepsi at some point in time.
I always enjoy your videos. I have a Batman and Sprite. Love them both. If I can ever chase down a Pepsi, I’ll definitely do it. There is just something about a Rolex GMT that sets it apart from the others.