The cyclops was an interesting attempt for improving legibility, but the execution was never great and I think it makes every watch that has one look worse.
@@jeririce4928 Ironically it's more functional and less cumbersome. I pick my Sub, I set the time and I go. That's it. Especially on NATO and rubber straps it is really fun. Now it might be boring for people who are not really into watches. They think they are, but they're not. They are more interested in the recognition hence why the cyclops is requested most of the time or the [insert shiny color] type. Because people will know you wear a Rolex (or Paganmi ). I don't have to worry when I bang him here and there for fear of scratching the cyclops. Worth nothing that most of my watches have no date. I just love certain aspects of this watch and like I said - people who are NOT really into watches but more as a fashion statement and resell value will not understand.
I bought one in 2008 for around $4800. I have worn it, as well as other Rolex watches every since then. For me, it is not about prices going up or down or what other people think. It is the simple fact that I buy them because they make me happy. I enjoy wearing them and looking at them and I love the mechanical craftsmanship.
Yes, big difference and a relatively common mistake, but should definitely be corrected. Ironically, he could have used an image of the actual Parthenon to make the same point.
The Submariner 124060 might just be the greatest Rolex ever made. The slimmer lugs, thicker bracelet, and upgraded clasp support the watch perfectly in comparison to the previous generation. And this is coming from someone with a 5.9 inch wrist. That should speak volumes to its comfort on so many wrists.
I have a no date submariner and just think it’s still the definitive dive watch. It’s classic and wears exceptionally well. I don’t see many people at all wearing one though.
I see a lot of people wearing the sub date, it seems the no date version is much more rare. I like the symmetry of it and such a shame they don’t make them in other colors like the sub date.
I'm an unabashed Rolex Submariner guy who started his collection in 1969 when I purchased my first , a 5513 , in the PX in Da Nang South Vietnam . Since then , I've made one whole side of my collection devoted to Submariners. Just a great , solid watch . I don't care what anyone says , it's an awesome and extremely iconic watch . I have many other dive watches that I know are just as good or better but for me , there's just something about the Submariner that does it for me . I also purchased the 124060 when it first came out and it's one of my go to peices . I think my favorite is my 1972 5512 . Absolutely love that watch . Anyway, I digress. Great video.
I agree with you 💯%, the newer subs (114060, 124060) are too heavy and uncomfortable for everyday, the 14060M is a much better choice, just like the P39. And with the P39 you don't have to worry about babying the thing.
@@wristopia4101 You must be, and I don't mean this in a bad way, a younger dude or a dude with very thick wrists. Dudes in our 40s like me usually prefer the 5 digitg cases, much lighter and more refined than the 6 digit models, that's what we bought a long time ago and fell in love with, even with my 8.25 in wrist I still prefer the late 90s early 2000s pieces.
@@rnunez70681 Haha, no not young. Have a vintage Seadweller which is tiny now. I have a 19cm/7.5" wrist and tend to prefer 40 or 41mm with 21mm lug width. It was interesting that the P39 was the first 21mm lug widthTudor, and I feel that's why it looks so good, so the new Sub will look much better than say the GMT dimensions in me I think. I am not too affected by weight either way (do not find Pelagos that light feeling anyway) but prefer the weight of steel. Each to their own though ; )
@@wristopia4101 I think they did 21mm lug width to make the lugs themselves thinner and more refined, the Sub however has a thicker and heavier case with pronounced crown guards, and the 21mm lug width does not resolve the visual proportions of the case. Don't even get me started on the GMT, that's the one professional model that should never have received the maxi case treatment.
Congrats on acquiring the sub! Another point is the sub is a great legacy watch that can be passed to family through the years. Hope you have many years of enjoyment.
For the history, design, robustness and branding, the Submariner is the best watch in that price range. This is coming from an Omega fan who has both the Green Seamaster and Speedmaster. When I got my 114060 Submariner, it felt levels ahead of my Seamaster in terms of classiness and feel, which was shocking because I thought it would feel exactly the same given how great Omega watches are. The only downside of the modern Submariner is the clasp. Why is it so damn large and thick? Haha. Congratulations on your new acquisition.
@@Casa1000 People are insecure and need others to know they're a special watch collector. I own a Black Ceramic 124060 and could give a rodent's posterior if people think it's fake. The slimmer lugs, thicker bracelet, and upgraded clasp support the watch perfectly in comparison to the previous generation. And this is coming from someone with a 5.9 inch wrist. This reference might be the greatest Rolex ever made. Rolex has now perfected it IMO.
Congrats on the new Sub Harrison. I got mine last June and it’s the crown jewel of my collection, I absolutely love it. May you wear yours in good health.
@@twoedc4202 Proof that it's all smoke and mirrors and artificially scarcity, and anyone who subjects themselves to that is a consumerist fool with no self-respect. If I walk into a Rolex store and they treat me poorly and put me on a list, I'll tell them to go f*** themselves and gladly purchase any other of the dozens of quality watch brands out there. Also the Rolex Submariner is one of the most boring overrated watches on the planet and most people buy it because they're unimaginative unoriginal boring generic people with no interesting tastes.
Um, because it is probably the most iconic watch ever made. It doesn’t hurt the it is also a contender for best GADA watch ever. Congrats on an amazing piece of horological history.
You beat me to saying that lol 😉 I do not have one yet (long story) but having just got an Explorer and am wondering if that is actually the best GADA?
@martinskowronek great, a watch that only tells the time is not "do anything"; and that's ignoring that it's a scratch magnet with exposed crystal. And the bit where your watch stops running, so you have to reset and wind. Are you sure you know what GADA means? Care to guess how many special forces guys are in the field wearing Rolex?
Congrats! Enjoy it! Regarding your preference for thinner lugs and 20mm lug width, the SD4K appears to check all your boxes, plus it has a matte dial & cyclops-less date complication…
Your whole tone and way you’re talking shows how super stoked you are at getting it. As an owner of the 116610, I still would have kept the P39. The thing about the sub is everyone thinks it’s fake but still rob you for it. I can’t stand the aura behind that watch.
The Roman Pantheon was built around 25 A.D. and was built in the same manner and to copy the architecture of the Greek Parthenon which was built in 432 (ish) B.C. So our buildings here in the US are built like the ancient Greek buildings.
Classic watch! The no date Rolex Sub is a stunning timepiece. I hope you enjoy it for many years and hopefully pass it down. I was able to get the same one in early 2023. I guess it was my lucky day. I had a special birthday coming up and I told him that I wanted the no date sub. He went to the vault and came back with it. Happy birthday to me!!
Another point to add to the list is that a Submariner, like many Rolex models, is among the least expensive watches to own in the long run. If the original purchaser bought the Submariner at retail, they can enjoy it for many years. By maintaining it in good condition, they could potentially resell it for more than what they initially paid.
It’s funny. Some folks start out wanting a Rolex sub. They go on a circuitous route of other watches for a few years, calling themselves watch enthusiasts as they madly flip. Then they finally get their Sub, which is what they actually craved all along. If Rolex would just sell Submariners to everyone who wants them, I think we would have far fewer watch enthusiasts.
I got the new no date sub and I love it 100% but it gave me the itch for a gmt master 2 and now I have the batgirl as well. 😂 my justification is that at least the bracelets are oystersteel and jubilee respectively, also no date sub but cyclops on the batgirl, and just a hint of color (blue) on the batgirl so depending on my outfit or mood I go back and forth. Of course the third player is my blue dial white gold fluted bezel 41mm datejust with the oystersteel bracelet if I want to dress up a notch. I’ve had breitlings, omegas, Tudor, panerai, etc but I sold them all and consolidated to just my 3 watch collection and now the itch has finally been scratched. Apologies if this comes off as pretentious, but the point I’m making is that I understand the feeling he had about having other watches that just reminded you of what you really want instead. I’m very fortunate to be able to even have any of these and it took years of saving and watching the market so when it finally came down from the peak in 2022, I had to strike. And honestly one of the biggest selling points for me was the 70 hours on all 3 watches I have now. My Tudor black bay was the only one that came close to that, which makes sense obviously.
@@fj7509 I’m reading my comment again now, and I feel kind of bad for writing it. Part of me is actually happy for him. The other part of me still feels salty for reasons I can’t express well. I watched him flip a ton of watches over the years and it makes me reflect on my own “watch journey” and I feel bad for the similar journey I am on. He ends up with a bunch of Rolexes like many other TH-camrs. I’ve never owned a Rolex, on perhaps misplaced “principle”. I could sell a few of my watches and buy one. But Maybe I don’t actually care about watches. Maybe if I got a polar Explorer I would end up on a similar route and end up with three more Rolexes before too long . Maybe my twenty years of watch enthusiasm were in vain. Maybe I’m kidding myself. Maybe I should just get a Rolex. I truly don’t know anymore. 🤷♂️ what is this world coming to.
First if all congrats, stunning watch. I own my 14060m no date…and love it. I am currently wearing it on a rubberb strap, which makes it very comfortable in summer. Brings a pleasing aesthetic too. It may be common, but it's also classic, ageless and a Rolex. You can wear it with anything or activity, and it just works. To be fair, it's just my daily beater, but it does that effortlessly.
I don’t think I’ve heard you so Animated or excited when reviewing or talking about a watch… this was always my grail when I was a young boy however the whole risky stays of wearing one over in the uk these days tarnishes the thought of wearing one to enjoy, and also there is so much stigma attached to the sub that I’m afraid it’s lost its glamour for me now .. as I crave proper tool watches that still exude its purpose not its status and I’m now leaning toward the 40mm explorer to that end. I have several Tudor divers that are proper tools and omit the shiny bezels and polish and by default are attractive to Me. All that said the sub is still a beautiful iconic watch but sadly for me at least gives me All the wrong vibes.
As an owner of a new 36mm Explorer, I want to be honest with you and say I don't rate the watch at all. I tried using it as an excuse for satisfying my desire for a Submariner 124060, and I still ended up getting the Submariner a few months later. There's nothing wrong with the Explorer. It just doesn't speak to me. I would just end up purchasing an Oyster Perpetual with the money, or if I can't get that, I would have gotten a Grand Seiko.
The non date Rolex sub is an iconic watch. The glide lock clasp is amazing on the new submariners. 3 and a half years is a long wait for the no date sub. I went for the Starbucks which I picked up in Feb 24.i waited about 2 years and 7 months. It’s the mark 2 dial, which I prefer over the mark 1. Which is basically the hulk bezel. Congratulations on your non date sub, enjoy.
Great video. You captured the core of what makes this watch iconic, especially the marketing genius of the brand. I have a 14060, but can’t deny I like the new one. Congrats!
Great video. I’ve been into the watch hobby since 2010. My first Rolex was Explorer 2 16570. Since then I have owned Rolex, Omega, Tudor, JLC, IWC, Grand Seiko and other more affordable brands. My favourite watch over this period was a 1991 14060 Sub with Tritium dial. Unfortunately my OCD brain told me it was too polished, not original with hands and bezel, so I sold it. My most recent purchase is this 214060 Sub. It has all the appeal of the vintage Sub with modern improvements. It keeps perfect time and the dial pops due to AR coating. In my opinion not only the best Rolex, but best all-round watch ever made. Enjoy yours for many years to come.
had one for over 8 months and sold it ... got tired of wearing the same thing as everyone else ... decided I'm not into being one of the crowd, but then again I'm an architect/designer and my job is to make NEW things, not copy other work.
I’ve been wearing my 124060 for a year and will always enjoy it. It fits perfectly with my personality and style and it’s really a watch that you make your own. Definitely not for everyone.
Don’t blame you it’s the most replicated watch on the planet 😅. There are replicas and super clones that look identical. I would be annoyed too if I spent 10-15k on a Sub.
Congratulations! The previous no date version was my 1st Rolex. 114060. I have tried Omega, Tudor, and even GS. Eventually, I always go back to Rolex 🤷♂️. Haters always hate...😄.
Great pickup, congrats ! What were you alluding to when you mentioned the versatility of the bezel / ability to change looks (similar to the 16710)? I picked up a 126610LV last year and love it as a daily. I’ve looked into adding a black OEM bezel insert / setup for added versatility, but everything I’ve read / watched has said this process is pretty high risk in addition to being tough to source genuine bezels (for a reasonable price). Would be curious to hear your plan / strategy around this!
You pretty much summed up why I like a Tudor, the remind me of a time when they were well crafted tool watches. I have no desire to own a Rolex, they are too much bling, too shiny. I’m perfectly happy with a Tudor gmt and a Pelagos. To each is their own
Have you actual worn the Explorer 1 36mm? The new one 124270 I so wanted to love the watch. I loved the history and look of the watch, timeless elegance. I got the call from the AD and it looked perfect on me at the AD it was prefect. After 7 months I sold it I just couldn’t get used to how diminutive it wore on my wrist and the severe 14mm taper just never felt right. Too bad because I always thought that would’ve been my one and done.
@@michaelriera6277 Had the same feeling as you and ended up going for the larger 40mm 224270. But sometimes I do feel like 40mm is too big for an explorer... Meanwhile the current 124270 is most definitely too small and dainty. Wish they made the explorer in 38mm, that would be perfect!
I spent 3 years with the exact same watch. And what I found is that I still like how it looks, but 9 out of 10 times, I go for my BB58 or some other lighter and more comfortable option… I put the Sub on a rubber strap, but really am fan of bracelets. So my Tudors and Sinn 356 (and a couple of others) take all the wrist time
i got my 124060a couple of years ago at an ad and without any of the hassels you hear about ( they are the only rolex dealer in the area ..stunning service ) it had always been a grail a watch i never thought id own . its everything you hope it would be and justifies it legendary status as imo the best diver and for me rolexs icon
Congrats! Looks great. I prefer the SMP, I have the 2254.50, as it just looks so unique and I love the Omega branding. But a fluted DateJust would be by dream Rolex. Hopefully one day.
I've always wanted a Submariner- at first I wanted a no-date Subbie because of the symmetry. Hoping in the future I can add it to my collection. Congratulations on your timepiece! Enjoy!
First thanks for sharing your knowledge and videos. I have ALWAYS wanted a SUBMARINER no date. I'm just over 60 yo and now that a "ROLEX" is within reach I'm not as sure that the basic Submariner is going to be my 1st choice. Decisions decisions. Enjoy Life
Congrats! Beautiful watch and great dimensions. I bought a Submariner 14060m a few months back and I don't want to say the honeymoon period is over, but I recently bought a Seamaster 2254.50 (Peter Blake) so on any given day, one of them is my go-to. Unfortunately my 16570 hasn't been on the wrist for around 6 months now.
Please, the Parthenon is not a Roman building but the Greek absolute Iconique temple in Athens that inspired the rest. As an analogy, you could say that the design you are talking about is recognisable as the Invicta we all know and love.
Love the aesthetic of this iconic watch design. This watch design will transcend generations . I never concern my self with what other people are wearing . A lot of people owns this watch for a valid reason . The one you own belongs to you It was purchased with your hard earn money therefore it’s unique to you and no one else. The sub Is an authentic Icon that’s timeless more importantly it has value retention and brand equity. Winner winner
I’ve got the date version and love it. It really is the GADA watch - my only gripe being the bezel which is a little too shiny and attention grabbing (to the wrong people). Otherwise the most fantastic watch. Love it!
Not really . Cartier santos has an amazing origin story but submariner is a cultural icon . From movies to sports to rappers to dancers it has played a part everywhere . Almost every celebrity has one and rolex is valued not only by the general public but enthusiasts as well . The submariner has been able to achieve something no watch ever has and probably never will.
@Watch_for_me i think you are confusing historic with iconic . Sub is iconic but if we talk about which watch has better historical importance its by far santos . It was the first male wristwatch for fucks sake . It was made when rolex wasn’t even created . And the purpose for which it was built adds to the importance of. Submariner wasn’t even the first dive watch .
My submariner changes personality with every change of strap (I bring 5 colors when I’m on a business trip), and yes, the 21 mm are a pity, but… it’s new, enjoy it!
Im with you on the weight. Boat anchor heavy ≠ better quality. We are well into diminishing returns at this point. I guess all that weight superficially feels good the first time you slip it on wrist after spending $10k... but if you actually wear it 24/7, it becomes a nuisance if you're used to more typical weight watches. I never needed glidelock or t-fit clasps on the 5 digit Rolex models, because they weighed significantly less so being in very tight control of control all that mass was less critical to comfort
Congratulations, it is a true icon among watches and a superb time piece with a very strong link to past Submariners. I have that same model. Wear and enjoy!
( I realize now it might be a fake I did a little research on it but I don't care just something I'd still get fixed would still love some advice on it though) Would love some advice about it I just got my grandpa's old one it hasn't worked in awhile been looking to get it repaired it's in good condition but the clip is the only part that isn't Mine is a stainless steel oyster perpetual date it also has a japan movt on the bottom and blue inside Not watch person but I'd like to know when it was made
I have the Sub Date (12 series). For me it is the ultimate Swiss Army Knife of watches. Especially with the date, it can do anything. If Omega didn’t already have the name, the Submariner would be the true Aqua Terra. Yes it is a dive watch, but you could also wear this traversing through jungles, the desert, climbing mountains, or polar regions. The Submariner is an explorer’s watch. I wear mine everywhere, work, beach, pool, gym. Don’t baby it. Wear it and beat it up. It can take it.
The thing I don't get is this: If everybody wants a Rolex, then why the hell are there so many used after market watches floating around out there? You'd think that once you got yours, you'd be good and satisfied such that you won't part from it until someone pries it from your cold dead wrist or they bury you with it.
The Rolex Submariner 124060 is divers watch perfection personified, they have absolutely nailed the proportions with the last design updates in 2020 , looks so much better than the 114060 looks like a square popsicle on a stick compared to this . Love the 124060 and hope to buy it sometime in the future soon .
This was a great review, I’ve owned this watch for two years now it’s my only watch and you pretty much explained it all! It’s such a good watch it does what it needs to do.
I had one and liked it - but not as much as: either a modern Tudor Pelagos or a vintage Tudor sub! The square indices and extra toolyness do it for me!
Congrats. Rolex ceramic bezels are not interchangeable between models. Lots has been written about this. Please…don’t put an aftermarket bezel on that amazing timepiece. 🥂
I own a Rolex GMT Master 2 ... and it's a nice watch. I also own Omega's and Grand Seiko's. There is definately more to watches than Rolex. It's very nice to have flavour in a small watch collection.
It is iconic, but I'm personally taking a step back. I've had the Speedy 3 times, Aqua Terra twice, IWC, and others.... I've found a Smiths PRS-29A... that's all i own now (apart from my G shock) it is like what a rolex was decades ago. A little bit like the Explorer.... small, beautifully proportioned, hassle free with brushed surfaces, manual wind... for £400 i am very happy. I'm not sure if i can bring myself to spend 10k on a watch any time soon, and this little Smiths is more fun to wear than anything I've owned, because it reflects the time when watches were tools. I had the same feeling when i owned Hamilton watches... at this stage, I'm sick of hype, wait lists and extortionate prices.... that's just me ❤
Congratulations! In my opinion it is the closest thing to a perfect watch. Being good in pretty much any scenario it's maybe a little boring, but for me, if I could only have one watch, it would be a black bezel sub.
1:02 and you have to pause it exactly on that. Is there rust forming between the crystal and the bezel? You can see orange/red specs in the space because of the high level zoom and clarity of the camera. I doubt anyone can notice something like this with their naked eye, but you certainly can in this video. Id love to know people’s opinion on this.
If we don't like the waitlists we have to stop giving into the waitlists. After three years of forgetting about the watch It would've signified to me that I don't need the watch. Not a criticism of you but just an observation and opportunity to say that you were no longer interested. Especially with the advent of smart watches it offends me that some of these luxury brands play these games. But I guess it's a business model that works because we keep giving in. However that's why I purchased an Omega. I could buy it the same day.
My father always wanted a Sub. He got his back in 1979. I always wanted a Sub. Have been on the waitlist for quite some time. I think it is the watch that all others would like to be. I could say the same about Ferraris.
I knew you were going to mention the weight!!! Although I really want a (no date) Sub it is my main deterrent againts the 124060. I, like you, am used to the 120-130 grams weight of the 5 digit models and the slimmer case/lugs, therefore I still think the 4 liner 14060M may be a better future choice for me but for now I'm happy with my 16570 Polar. Can't weight for the next video comparing this 124060 to the 5 digit models!!
Was the watch that got me into watches. But as I’ve delved deeper into the hobby, I’m glad I never bought one. Admittedly was not in the market, but got “the call” (had Tudor money in hand at the time, not Rolex money, but the SA at my AD wanted to get one on my wrist and was hoping we could finance the delta between the two, did not work) Wound up buying the Pelagos 39 instead, and am glad I went that route. Still suffers from the irritating 21mm lug width, but the bracelet is so good I rarely swap it, and it’s light enough that it’s not too top heavy on a NATO. I’ve grown to prefer its more subdued character over the Sub. Now, if Rolex were to rerelease a Sub with the updated bracelet, in a 20mm lug width, 40mm case, without the engraved rehaut, (possibly in Ti) I would be liquidating my entire collection, to include the Pelagos 39, in order to get my grubby little paws on it. Until that comes to pass, I’ll keep wearing my P39, and quietly saving for the perfect 5 digit (which at this stage is a minimally polished 16610 with recent factory service papers and functional lume)
Congratulations! Your sub earned you a new sub! I’ve been watching you for some time not realizing I haven’t subbed until now. We are all sub brothers! Lol
Congrats with the purchase. It’s a beautiful watch. I am more of a GMT guy when it comes to daily wear watches. Probably Bluesy would be my choice. But wear what you like. Who cares what others think.
A good analogy to the submariner I think would be the Mercedes G Wagon. It became iconic because of its capabilities before it became a status symbol, yet to this day, it is still capable of doing what it was originally designed to do. Just like how the submariner is still just as capable as a tool watch as it is as a status symbol.
I think you’ve got the best modern submariner. I’d gladly put up with 21mm lug width to get the slimmed down lugs. The case shape is more like a vintage submariner but with solid build and manufacturing quality we expect today. Congratulations and I’m sure you will have many many years of enjoyment from this watch. I’m glad your not babying it
We went to Rolex AD in Edinburgh back in 2023 March. We put our name down to a OP and and Explorer both in 36MM size. They the closest shops to us. We never got the call. I remember I was getting into the watches 9-10 years ago, reading books, searching online. I knew about the situation with this brand but I thought people just make things up online. It's a crappy feeling to find out yourself that it is crappy. Since I sent an email to the AD and cancelled our names from the list. Whenever I Pass by the shop, I always wonder what have been If they take my money and they sell the watch they had on the shop. Enjoy your watch! God Bless you.
The no-date looks so much cleaner. Definitely my favorite!
The cyclops was an interesting attempt for improving legibility, but the execution was never great and I think it makes every watch that has one look worse.
it’s more boring though and less functional
@@jeririce4928 Ironically it's more functional and less cumbersome. I pick my Sub, I set the time and I go. That's it.
Especially on NATO and rubber straps it is really fun. Now it might be boring for people who are not really into watches. They think they are, but they're not. They are more interested in the recognition hence why the cyclops is requested most of the time or the [insert shiny color] type. Because people will know you wear a Rolex (or Paganmi ). I don't have to worry when I bang him here and there for fear of scratching the cyclops. Worth nothing that most of my watches have no date. I just love certain aspects of this watch and like I said - people who are NOT really into watches but more as a fashion statement and resell value will not understand.
With out The cyclops wort it's pure class 😎🔥
@@desireless4092Or they just want to be able to check the date in a second 😂
I bought one in 2008 for around $4800. I have worn it, as well as other Rolex watches every since then. For me, it is not about prices going up or down or what other people think. It is the simple fact that I buy them because they make me happy. I enjoy wearing them and looking at them and I love the mechanical craftsmanship.
3:26 is not the Parthenon (which is at the acropolis in Athens Greece), but is the Pantheon in Rome!
Perhaps you could fix this error post-production
Please do correct it, it may harm future generations that see this video and get it wrong for ever
@@Brimful22 Yes, I agree. Should be corrected as it’s rather unfortunate. Why bring it up at all if you don’t know it.
Just the fact he efed that up, reinforces my idea that anybody with a paycheck wanting status gets a Rolex.
Yes, big difference and a relatively common mistake, but should definitely be corrected. Ironically, he could have used an image of the actual Parthenon to make the same point.
The Submariner 124060 might just be the greatest Rolex ever made. The slimmer lugs, thicker bracelet, and upgraded clasp support the watch perfectly in comparison to the previous generation. And this is coming from someone with a 5.9 inch wrist. That should speak volumes to its comfort on so many wrists.
The no-date Sub has been and always will be the best looking watch of all time!
I have a no date submariner and just think it’s still the definitive dive watch. It’s classic and wears exceptionally well. I don’t see many people at all wearing one though.
I see a lot of people wearing the sub date, it seems the no date version is much more rare. I like the symmetry of it and such a shame they don’t make them in other colors like the sub date.
That’s a great point - wish they made no date in other bezel colours. I wonder why they don’t
I'm an unabashed Rolex Submariner guy who started his collection in 1969 when I purchased my first , a 5513 , in the PX in Da Nang South Vietnam . Since then , I've made one whole side of my collection devoted to Submariners. Just a great , solid watch . I don't care what anyone says , it's an awesome and extremely iconic watch . I have many other dive watches that I know are just as good or better but for me , there's just something about the Submariner that does it for me . I also purchased the 124060 when it first came out and it's one of my go to peices . I think my favorite is my 1972 5512 . Absolutely love that watch . Anyway, I digress. Great video.
The P39 you had is the perfect daily wearer version with the lightweight ti and the sub is the “garage queen” that you admire and smile at.
P39 is a lovely watch, but a bit small for me to wear.
The new Sub and Explorer are definitely the two top GADA watches IMO.
I agree with you 💯%, the newer subs (114060, 124060) are too heavy and uncomfortable for everyday, the 14060M is a much better choice, just like the P39. And with the P39 you don't have to worry about babying the thing.
@@wristopia4101 You must be, and I don't mean this in a bad way, a younger dude or a dude with very thick wrists. Dudes in our 40s like me usually prefer the 5 digitg cases, much lighter and more refined than the 6 digit models, that's what we bought a long time ago and fell in love with, even with my 8.25 in wrist I still prefer the late 90s early 2000s pieces.
@@rnunez70681 Haha, no not young.
Have a vintage Seadweller which is tiny now.
I have a 19cm/7.5" wrist and tend to prefer 40 or 41mm with 21mm lug width.
It was interesting that the P39 was the first 21mm lug widthTudor, and I feel that's why it looks so good, so the new Sub will look much better than say the GMT dimensions in me I think.
I am not too affected by weight either way (do not find Pelagos that light feeling anyway) but prefer the weight of steel.
Each to their own though ; )
@@wristopia4101 I think they did 21mm lug width to make the lugs themselves thinner and more refined, the Sub however has a thicker and heavier case with pronounced crown guards, and the 21mm lug width does not resolve the visual proportions of the case. Don't even get me started on the GMT, that's the one professional model that should never have received the maxi case treatment.
Congrats on acquiring the sub! Another point is the sub is a great legacy watch that can be passed to family through the years. Hope you have many years of enjoyment.
For the history, design, robustness and branding, the Submariner is the best watch in that price range. This is coming from an Omega fan who has both the Green Seamaster and Speedmaster. When I got my 114060 Submariner, it felt levels ahead of my Seamaster in terms of classiness and feel, which was shocking because I thought it would feel exactly the same given how great Omega watches are. The only downside of the modern Submariner is the clasp. Why is it so damn large and thick? Haha. Congratulations on your new acquisition.
ngl my issue with it is, everyone thinks it fake but at the same time living in London, risk of getting robbed at knife point
same as the daytona. If someone is wearing one, there is always a question if its fake or not.
Why do you care if people think it’s fake?
@@Casa1000 People are insecure and need others to know they're a special watch collector.
I own a Black Ceramic 124060 and could give a rodent's posterior if people think it's fake. The slimmer lugs, thicker bracelet, and upgraded clasp support the watch perfectly in comparison to the previous generation. And this is coming from someone with a 5.9 inch wrist.
This reference might be the greatest Rolex ever made. Rolex has now perfected it IMO.
Why is London so dangerous? I keep hearing that and am surprised.
@@Czeron01 A lot of mugging in recent years. They specifically target people with luxury watches.
Congrats on the new Sub Harrison. I got mine last June and it’s the crown jewel of my collection, I absolutely love it. May you wear yours in good health.
I have Omega, Breitling, and soon A Rolex Submariner. Why? To me it’s the gold standard.
3 and a half years for a sub is crazy
Yes, but nowadays you see people on reddit walking in ADs and out with subs and explorers. Market has changed.
@@twoedc4202 Proof that it's all smoke and mirrors and artificially scarcity, and anyone who subjects themselves to that is a consumerist fool with no self-respect. If I walk into a Rolex store and they treat me poorly and put me on a list, I'll tell them to go f*** themselves and gladly purchase any other of the dozens of quality watch brands out there. Also the Rolex Submariner is one of the most boring overrated watches on the planet and most people buy it because they're unimaginative unoriginal boring generic people with no interesting tastes.
@@twoedc4202idk about that lol, I’m still on the waitlist.. it’s been 6 months.
Yeah. I did not even put my name on the list the my ad said he cam get it in few months. So the market is not thd same as 2 years ago
@@Jaxongaming-d2lwow, that’s awesome. Which AD?
In Asia, my AD told me - if you’re lucky, in 8 years!! 😢
I got a Submariner date last year (3 month wait) It's my first Rolex and I rarely take it off. I love it
Um, because it is probably the most iconic watch ever made. It doesn’t hurt the it is also a contender for best GADA watch ever. Congrats on an amazing piece of horological history.
You beat me to saying that lol 😉
I do not have one yet (long story) but having just got an Explorer and am wondering if that is actually the best GADA?
No, it's really not in the running for best GADA; that would be G Shock.
Na it’s the sub I wear one all day everyday (gym, beach, I work in insulation/drywall). G shocks are great but def not gada
@martinskowronek great, a watch that only tells the time is not "do anything"; and that's ignoring that it's a scratch magnet with exposed crystal. And the bit where your watch stops running, so you have to reset and wind.
Are you sure you know what GADA means? Care to guess how many special forces guys are in the field wearing Rolex?
I wear G Shock or Garmin when it matters; everything else is jewellery.
Congrats on getting it at retail. You do sound super stoked.
Congrats! Enjoy it! Regarding your preference for thinner lugs and 20mm lug width, the SD4K appears to check all your boxes, plus it has a matte dial & cyclops-less date complication…
Your whole tone and way you’re talking shows how super stoked you are at getting it.
As an owner of the 116610, I still would have kept the P39.
The thing about the sub is everyone thinks it’s fake but still rob you for it. I can’t stand the aura behind that watch.
The date complication doesn’t belong on the Sub, smart purchase.
The Roman Pantheon was built around 25 A.D. and was built in the same manner and to copy the architecture of the Greek Parthenon which was built in 432 (ish) B.C. So our buildings here in the US are built like the ancient Greek buildings.
The Pantheon is in Rome. The PaRthenon is in Athens.
@@corgiowner436 yea but Harrison said Parthenon
We got the idea of what he was trying to say nevertheless.
@@isaacc154 still wrong though, and thats how knowledge gets lost to future generations (kinda like how rumours work ;-) )
@@Kilimanjahro exactly
Classic watch! The no date Rolex Sub is a stunning timepiece. I hope you enjoy it for many years and hopefully pass it down. I was able to get the same one in early 2023. I guess it was my lucky day. I had a special birthday coming up and I told him that I wanted the no date sub. He went to the vault and came back with it. Happy birthday to me!!
Another point to add to the list is that a Submariner, like many Rolex models, is among the least expensive watches to own in the long run. If the original purchaser bought the Submariner at retail, they can enjoy it for many years. By maintaining it in good condition, they could potentially resell it for more than what they initially paid.
It’s funny. Some folks start out wanting a Rolex sub. They go on a circuitous route of other watches for a few years, calling themselves watch enthusiasts as they madly flip. Then they finally get their Sub, which is what they actually craved all along.
If Rolex would just sell Submariners to everyone who wants them, I think we would have far fewer watch enthusiasts.
So sad how the top comment of this video is someone criticizing the owner instead of being happy for him.
Well said.
So true
I got the new no date sub and I love it 100% but it gave me the itch for a gmt master 2 and now I have the batgirl as well. 😂 my justification is that at least the bracelets are oystersteel and jubilee respectively, also no date sub but cyclops on the batgirl, and just a hint of color (blue) on the batgirl so depending on my outfit or mood I go back and forth. Of course the third player is my blue dial white gold fluted bezel 41mm datejust with the oystersteel bracelet if I want to dress up a notch. I’ve had breitlings, omegas, Tudor, panerai, etc but I sold them all and consolidated to just my 3 watch collection and now the itch has finally been scratched. Apologies if this comes off as pretentious, but the point I’m making is that I understand the feeling he had about having other watches that just reminded you of what you really want instead. I’m very fortunate to be able to even have any of these and it took years of saving and watching the market so when it finally came down from the peak in 2022, I had to strike. And honestly one of the biggest selling points for me was the 70 hours on all 3 watches I have now. My Tudor black bay was the only one that came close to that, which makes sense obviously.
Kinda a profound observation.
@@fj7509 I’m reading my comment again now, and I feel kind of bad for writing it. Part of me is actually happy for him. The other part of me still feels salty for reasons I can’t express well.
I watched him flip a ton of watches over the years and it makes me reflect on my own “watch journey” and I feel bad for the similar journey I am on. He ends up with a bunch of Rolexes like many other TH-camrs.
I’ve never owned a Rolex, on perhaps misplaced “principle”. I could sell a few of my watches and buy one. But Maybe I don’t actually care about watches. Maybe if I got a polar Explorer I would end up on a similar route and end up with three more Rolexes before too long .
Maybe my twenty years of watch enthusiasm were in vain. Maybe I’m kidding myself. Maybe I should just get a Rolex. I truly don’t know anymore. 🤷♂️ what is this world coming to.
First if all congrats, stunning watch. I own my 14060m no date…and love it. I am currently wearing it on a rubberb strap, which makes it very comfortable in summer. Brings a pleasing aesthetic too. It may be common, but it's also classic, ageless and a Rolex. You can wear it with anything or activity, and it just works. To be fair, it's just my daily beater, but it does that effortlessly.
I don’t think I’ve heard you so
Animated or excited when reviewing or talking about a watch… this was always my grail when I was a young boy however the whole risky stays of wearing one over in the uk these days tarnishes the thought of wearing one to enjoy, and also there is so much stigma attached to the sub that I’m afraid it’s lost its glamour for me now .. as I crave proper tool watches that still exude its purpose not its status and I’m now leaning toward the 40mm explorer to that end. I have several Tudor divers that are proper tools and omit the shiny bezels and polish and by default are attractive to
Me. All that said the sub is still a beautiful iconic watch but sadly for me at least gives me
All the wrong vibes.
As an owner of a new 36mm Explorer, I want to be honest with you and say I don't rate the watch at all. I tried using it as an excuse for satisfying my desire for a Submariner 124060, and I still ended up getting the Submariner a few months later.
There's nothing wrong with the Explorer. It just doesn't speak to me. I would just end up purchasing an Oyster Perpetual with the money, or if I can't get that, I would have gotten a Grand Seiko.
The non date Rolex sub is an iconic watch. The glide lock clasp is amazing on the new submariners. 3 and a half years is a long wait for the no date sub. I went for the Starbucks which I picked up in Feb 24.i waited about 2 years and 7 months. It’s the mark 2 dial, which I prefer over the mark 1. Which is basically the hulk bezel. Congratulations on your non date sub, enjoy.
Great video. You captured the core of what makes this watch iconic, especially the marketing genius of the brand. I have a 14060, but can’t deny I like the new one. Congrats!
Great video. I’ve been into the watch hobby since 2010. My first Rolex was Explorer 2 16570. Since then I have owned Rolex, Omega, Tudor, JLC, IWC, Grand Seiko and other more affordable brands. My favourite watch over this period was a 1991 14060 Sub with Tritium dial. Unfortunately my OCD brain told me it was too polished, not original with hands and bezel, so I sold it. My most recent purchase is this 214060 Sub. It has all the appeal of the vintage Sub with modern improvements. It keeps perfect time and the dial pops due to AR coating. In my opinion not only the best Rolex, but best all-round watch ever made. Enjoy yours for many years to come.
had one for over 8 months and sold it ... got tired of wearing the same thing as everyone else ... decided I'm not into being one of the crowd, but then again I'm an architect/designer and my job is to make NEW things, not copy other work.
Switch to the FF, i did. Funny how that looks like s "modern" diver to the generations of today.
It's like 1st gen Mustang, every car enthusiast has one. BORING
all of your work is derivative, I guarantee
I’ve been wearing my 124060 for a year and will always enjoy it. It fits perfectly with my personality and style and it’s really a watch that you make your own.
Definitely not for everyone.
Don’t blame you it’s the most replicated watch on the planet 😅. There are replicas and super clones that look identical. I would be annoyed too if I spent 10-15k on a Sub.
A timeless design that has been imitated countless times, and is the benchmark for a diver, in my opinion. Beautiful watch, I am happy for you!
The best modern Sub for sure 🖤
Can’t beat a classic! Enjoy mate
Wow 3.5 years waiting! I’m too old to do that.
Congratulations! The previous no date version was my 1st Rolex. 114060. I have tried Omega, Tudor, and even GS. Eventually, I always go back to Rolex 🤷♂️. Haters always hate...😄.
You can’t ever get bored looking at such an amazing piece. These watches are truly stunning!
Enjoy! Very cool they included the bezel cover with yours, they didn’t with mine as I’ve heard they’ve stopped including them in general.
Got this watch in December. It’s been my daily watch ever since. Absolutely love it. Enjoyed this video.
Great pickup, congrats ! What were you alluding to when you mentioned the versatility of the bezel / ability to change looks (similar to the 16710)?
I picked up a 126610LV last year and love it as a daily. I’ve looked into adding a black OEM bezel insert / setup for added versatility, but everything I’ve read / watched has said this process is pretty high risk in addition to being tough to source genuine bezels (for a reasonable price).
Would be curious to hear your plan / strategy around this!
It’s iconic, and it’s built like a tank. Glidelock clasp is a thing of beauty. All models should have it.
You pretty much summed up why I like a Tudor, the remind me of a time when they were well crafted tool watches. I have no desire to own a Rolex, they are too much bling, too shiny. I’m perfectly happy with a Tudor gmt and a Pelagos. To each is their own
No date Sub. Great choice. Congratulations…enjoy!
The explorer 1 is just perfect
Have you actual worn the Explorer 1 36mm? The new one 124270 I so wanted to love the watch. I loved the history and look of the watch, timeless elegance. I got the call from the AD and it looked perfect on me at the AD it was prefect. After 7 months I sold it I just couldn’t get used to how diminutive it wore on my wrist and the severe 14mm taper just never felt right. Too bad because I always thought that would’ve been my one and done.
So buy a Nivada Grenchen, Super Antarctic.
@michaelriera6277 have you tried the 114270?
@@michaelriera6277 Had the same feeling as you and ended up going for the larger 40mm 224270. But sometimes I do feel like 40mm is too big for an explorer... Meanwhile the current 124270 is most definitely too small and dainty. Wish they made the explorer in 38mm, that would be perfect!
I have not as this is not a model available at an AD.
I spent 3 years with the exact same watch. And what I found is that I still like how it looks, but 9 out of 10 times, I go for my BB58 or some other lighter and more comfortable option…
I put the Sub on a rubber strap, but really am fan of bracelets. So my Tudors and Sinn 356 (and a couple of others) take all the wrist time
I'm the same. I have an Omega Seamaster but my go to watch is my Bulgari Aluminium chronograph which is just so comfortable.
Do you have both the explorer and submariner? Is there space in your collection for both and why?
they are two completely different watches (relatively speaking). different design/function/era. I have the same two
Omega speedmaster 3861 and role submariner 124069 what is your grail watch ?
i got my 124060a couple of years ago at an ad and without any of the hassels you hear about ( they are the only rolex dealer in the area ..stunning service ) it had always been a grail a watch i never thought id own . its everything you hope it would be and justifies it legendary status as imo the best diver and for me rolexs icon
Great vid, I like how you talked about the lineup history AND the marketing which made Rolex so special
Congrats! Looks great. I prefer the SMP, I have the 2254.50, as it just looks so unique and I love the Omega branding. But a fluted DateJust would be by dream Rolex. Hopefully one day.
that's a beautiful Omega watch
Just got my 126610LV. Good choice and congrats. I had the explorer 2 and a 126610LN. At the end of the day, there’s a reason it’s so popular.
I've always wanted a Submariner- at first I wanted a no-date Subbie because of the symmetry. Hoping in the future I can add it to my collection. Congratulations on your timepiece! Enjoy!
First thanks for sharing your knowledge and videos.
I have ALWAYS wanted a SUBMARINER no date. I'm just over 60 yo and now that a "ROLEX" is within reach I'm not as sure that the basic Submariner is going to be my 1st choice. Decisions decisions. Enjoy Life
Where did you buy that Rolex book?
Amazon! The place for everything haha
Congrats! Beautiful watch and great dimensions.
I bought a Submariner 14060m a few months back and I don't want to say the honeymoon period is over, but I recently bought a Seamaster 2254.50 (Peter Blake) so on any given day, one of them is my go-to. Unfortunately my 16570 hasn't been on the wrist for around 6 months now.
Please, the Parthenon is not a Roman building but the Greek absolute Iconique temple in Athens that inspired the rest. As an analogy, you could say that the design you are talking about is recognisable as the Invicta we all know and love.
My friend has the 114060 and he loves it.
Love the aesthetic of this iconic watch design. This watch design will transcend generations . I never concern my self with what other people are wearing . A lot of people owns this watch for a valid reason . The one you own belongs to you It was purchased with your hard earn money therefore it’s unique to you and no one else. The sub Is an authentic Icon that’s timeless more importantly it has value retention and brand equity. Winner winner
Soooo which watch from your weekly routine will be replaced to make room for this Rolex Submariner?
Iconic of course! I dig the Sub Date more. Just a preference! Both are great watches to own!
Thanks for the great review! The overall weight and lug width are giving me second thoughts, notwithstanding that it is a classic great watch!
I’ve got the date version and love it. It really is the GADA watch - my only gripe being the bezel which is a little too shiny and attention grabbing (to the wrong people). Otherwise the most fantastic watch. Love it!
"The Rolex Submariner has arguably the best history of any wristwatch, ever made." Cartier Santos commented, "Hold my beer."
Not really . Cartier santos has an amazing origin story but submariner is a cultural icon . From movies to sports to rappers to dancers it has played a part everywhere . Almost every celebrity has one and rolex is valued not only by the general public but enthusiasts as well . The submariner has been able to achieve something no watch ever has and probably never will.
We can go back and forth on this opinion all day.
@@eman331 not really . Cartier santos isn’t really a cultural icon . I would argue even tank is more iconic than santos .
@Watch_for_me i think you are confusing historic with iconic . Sub is iconic but if we talk about which watch has better historical importance its by far santos . It was the first male wristwatch for fucks sake . It was made when rolex wasn’t even created . And the purpose for which it was built adds to the importance of. Submariner wasn’t even the first dive watch .
absolutely right about the bracelet. You feel it all the time. The maxi case is way better.
My submariner changes personality with every change of strap (I bring 5 colors when I’m on a business trip), and yes, the 21 mm are a pity, but… it’s new, enjoy it!
Congrats, Harrison. You make good videos, man. You know how to keep the audience engaged.
Im with you on the weight. Boat anchor heavy ≠ better quality. We are well into diminishing returns at this point. I guess all that weight superficially feels good the first time you slip it on wrist after spending $10k... but if you actually wear it 24/7, it becomes a nuisance if you're used to more typical weight watches. I never needed glidelock or t-fit clasps on the 5 digit Rolex models, because they weighed significantly less so being in very tight control of control all that mass was less critical to comfort
Congratulations, it is a true icon among watches and a superb time piece with a very strong link to past Submariners. I have that same model. Wear and enjoy!
It is a fantastic rugged watch, and a benchmark for a reason. Enjoy it!!
( I realize now it might be a fake I did a little research on it but I don't care just something I'd still get fixed would still love some advice on it though)
Would love some advice about it
I just got my grandpa's old one it hasn't worked in awhile been looking to get it repaired it's in good condition but the clip is the only part that isn't
Mine is a stainless steel oyster perpetual date it also has a japan movt on the bottom and blue inside
Not watch person but I'd like to know when it was made
I have the Sub Date (12 series).
For me it is the ultimate Swiss Army Knife of watches. Especially with the date, it can do anything.
If Omega didn’t already have the name, the Submariner would be the true Aqua Terra.
Yes it is a dive watch, but you could also wear this traversing through jungles, the desert, climbing mountains, or polar regions.
The Submariner is an explorer’s watch.
I wear mine everywhere, work, beach, pool, gym.
Don’t baby it.
Wear it and beat it up.
It can take it.
I love the Date Sub. It really is the do it all for every situation. How long did you have to wait?
The thing I don't get is this: If everybody wants a Rolex, then why the hell are there so many used after market watches floating around out there? You'd think that once you got yours, you'd be good and satisfied such that you won't part from it until someone pries it from your cold dead wrist or they bury you with it.
Wow this was a masterpiece!! And can't wait for the diving video of the Sub!! Congrats on that beautiful piece!
The Rolex Submariner 124060 is divers watch perfection personified, they have absolutely nailed the proportions with the last design updates in 2020 , looks so much better than the 114060 looks like a square popsicle on a stick compared to this . Love the 124060 and hope to buy it sometime in the future soon .
This was a great review, I’ve owned this watch for two years now it’s my only watch and you pretty much explained it all! It’s such a good watch it does what it needs to do.
I had one and liked it - but not as much as: either a modern Tudor Pelagos or a vintage Tudor sub! The square indices and extra toolyness do it for me!
Congrats. Rolex ceramic bezels are not interchangeable between models. Lots has been written about this. Please…don’t put an aftermarket bezel on that amazing timepiece. 🥂
Ok then a permanent marker it is
Never have so many people owned a watch that is so hard to buy 🤪
Glad you are happy with it and enjoy.
I own a Rolex GMT Master 2 ... and it's a nice watch. I also own Omega's and Grand Seiko's.
There is definately more to watches than Rolex. It's very nice to have flavour in a small watch collection.
It is iconic, but I'm personally taking a step back. I've had the Speedy 3 times, Aqua Terra twice, IWC, and others.... I've found a Smiths PRS-29A... that's all i own now (apart from my G shock) it is like what a rolex was decades ago. A little bit like the Explorer.... small, beautifully proportioned, hassle free with brushed surfaces, manual wind... for £400 i am very happy.
I'm not sure if i can bring myself to spend 10k on a watch any time soon, and this little Smiths is more fun to wear than anything I've owned, because it reflects the time when watches were tools. I had the same feeling when i owned Hamilton watches... at this stage, I'm sick of hype, wait lists and extortionate prices.... that's just me ❤
You can hear his excitement in this video. (:
Congratulations Harrison, thanks for sharing!
Congratulations! In my opinion it is the closest thing to a perfect watch. Being good in pretty much any scenario it's maybe a little boring, but for me, if I could only have one watch, it would be a black bezel sub.
I’ve worn one for forty years. I love that thing. Always have. Always will. Getting a new one soon too!
The submariner is pure class with out the cyclops wart, i have the 114060 in my collection love it🔥
1:02 and you have to pause it exactly on that. Is there rust forming between the crystal and the bezel? You can see orange/red specs in the space because of the high level zoom and clarity of the camera. I doubt anyone can notice something like this with their naked eye, but you certainly can in this video. Id love to know people’s opinion on this.
More like wrist cheese
If we don't like the waitlists we have to stop giving into the waitlists. After three years of forgetting about the watch It would've signified to me that I don't need the watch. Not a criticism of you but just an observation and opportunity to say that you were no longer interested. Especially with the advent of smart watches it offends me that some of these luxury brands play these games. But I guess it's a business model that works because we keep giving in. However that's why I purchased an Omega. I could buy it the same day.
Terrific review! Thank you. Appreciate your content as well as your presentation style.
Congrats on getting the Sub at retail! I own a 16710 and it is indeed like having 3 watches in 1
My father always wanted a Sub. He got his back in 1979. I always wanted a Sub. Have been on the waitlist for quite some time. I think it is the watch that all others would like to be. I could say the same about Ferraris.
I knew you were going to mention the weight!!! Although I really want a (no date) Sub it is my main deterrent againts the 124060. I, like you, am used to the 120-130 grams weight of the 5 digit models and the slimmer case/lugs, therefore I still think the 4 liner 14060M may be a better future choice for me but for now I'm happy with my 16570 Polar. Can't weight for the next video comparing this 124060 to the 5 digit models!!
Congratulations on your new watch purchase! It’s a great watch. Enjoy!
Great classic watch. Owned the previous gen for almost 6 years now and it's been phenomenal.
Most iconic watch ever made. Period. If you love timepieces this is a must own.
Congrats on the pick up. It is a Icon. Definitely a grail piece for me.
Was the watch that got me into watches. But as I’ve delved deeper into the hobby, I’m glad I never bought one. Admittedly was not in the market, but got “the call” (had Tudor money in hand at the time, not Rolex money, but the SA at my AD wanted to get one on my wrist and was hoping we could finance the delta between the two, did not work) Wound up buying the Pelagos 39 instead, and am glad I went that route. Still suffers from the irritating 21mm lug width, but the bracelet is so good I rarely swap it, and it’s light enough that it’s not too top heavy on a NATO. I’ve grown to prefer its more subdued character over the Sub. Now, if Rolex were to rerelease a Sub with the updated bracelet, in a 20mm lug width, 40mm case, without the engraved rehaut, (possibly in Ti) I would be liquidating my entire collection, to include the Pelagos 39, in order to get my grubby little paws on it. Until that comes to pass, I’ll keep wearing my P39, and quietly saving for the perfect 5 digit (which at this stage is a minimally polished 16610 with recent factory service papers and functional lume)
Congratulations! Your sub earned you a new sub! I’ve been watching you for some time not realizing I haven’t subbed until now. We are all sub brothers! Lol
Congrats. You deserve the best.
I got the same watch.
It was available so I got it with no waiting! Im so lucky 😊
Congrats with the purchase. It’s a beautiful watch. I am more of a GMT guy when it comes to daily wear watches. Probably Bluesy would be my choice. But wear what you like. Who cares what others think.
A good analogy to the submariner I think would be the Mercedes G Wagon. It became iconic because of its capabilities before it became a status symbol, yet to this day, it is still capable of doing what it was originally designed to do. Just like how the submariner is still just as capable as a tool watch as it is as a status symbol.
I think you’ve got the best modern submariner. I’d gladly put up with 21mm lug width to get the slimmed down lugs. The case shape is more like a vintage submariner but with solid build and manufacturing quality we expect today. Congratulations and I’m sure you will have many many years of enjoyment from this watch. I’m glad your not babying it
Thanks for your video on the Submariner. By the way, the second building image was actually the Pantheon and not the Parthenon.
We went to Rolex AD in Edinburgh back in 2023 March. We put our name down to a OP and and Explorer both in 36MM size. They the closest shops to us. We never got the call. I remember I was getting into the watches 9-10 years ago, reading books, searching online. I knew about the situation with this brand but I thought people just make things up online. It's a crappy feeling to find out yourself that it is crappy. Since I sent an email to the AD and cancelled our names from the list. Whenever I Pass by the shop, I always wonder what have been If they take my money and they sell the watch they had on the shop. Enjoy your watch! God Bless you.