Rolex Batman vs Hulk! - Is The GMT & Submariner An Even Match??
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- Опубліковано 1 лип 2024
- The Rolex Hulk and the Batman have been in an ongoing battle the last couple years. The question still lies on which one will come out on top?
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On This video we’re going to be comparing the Rolex Batman vs. Hulk.
The first thing that I would like to say about these superhero themed watches is that I do not come up with the names. That is something that the market and the enthusiast have come up with. What I find interesting is that the last few years they have become very popular and we have seen the demand and prices rise up dramatically. It’s almost as if the Hulk and Batman are neck and neck in the battle for who will reach the top. The question is which one is the best choice or just simply, which one is better?
Rolex Submariner 116610LV “Hulk”
The Hulk is a watch that 5-6 years ago was not an easy seller. I would say that I would sell several regular subs in the time that it would take to sell one green sub. Most of the time guys would come in to see it in person and their girlfriends or wives would say that they do not like it. They simply would say that they don’t like the way that the green looks. Most of the time I would take it out of the display and try it on and that would change their opinion. I would say that back then the Batman was hotter watch in the market. Perhaps the green was a bit too much? Fast forward to today and the green is what makes this watch stand out. Prices for this watch are going crazy. Retail price is $9,350 and it’s one of those watches that if you are lucky, you may get one at retail. Current market prices are $17,000 and up, almost double retail price. I like the green on this watch because it stands out and shows that its not an ordinary Submariner. One of the benefits that I enjoy on the Rolex Submariners over the GMT is the Glidelock Clasp. Another major factor is that it may be discontinued any moment. We have been hearing rumor of this the past 2 years and I feel that any day it will happen, further driving the prices up.
Rolex GMT Master 2 116710BLNR “Batman”
The Batman has always been an easy seller. Something about the black and blue combination that just seems to connect with the people. Interestingly enough some people did not want to pay the extra premium back when the prices were a lot less and the BLNR was just $1,000 more than a standard black ceramic GMT. In todays market it is far from that. Besides the bezel color the GMT has some characteristics that the public seems to like. One example is that the bezel layout is a bit more busy than the sub and people tend to like that. Also the bracelet on the GMT comes with polish center links so that gives it bit more of a “dressy’ feel. On thing that I like is that when you wear the Batman during the day the blue stands out, but during the night the blue blends in with that black. A big factor in this battle is that the 116710BLNR is discontinued. The watch was replaced by the 126710BLNR which is the same watch but on a Jubilee bracelet. They call it the Batgirl. The original Batman had a retail price of a bit under $9,000. In todays market you can pay up to $17,000 for an unworn one.
When comparing both models side by side one can see that the dimensions are very close and alike. The differences are really just (besides the obvious movement differences) are just the polished center links on the GMT and the Glidelock clasp on the Sub. This battle for the consumer would really just boil down to the color. The Batman seems to be a bit for all around. While the Hulk feels to be a bit more sportier. The reality is that there is not a better choice between the Rolex 116610LV and the Rolex 116710BLNR. It just boils down to personal preference. Pretty much just what color combination connects with you the most.
Predicting which one would be the winner long term is hard to call. Both right now are in a full on battle. I would say that so far the Hulk has a tiny bit of a lead, we will have to see what happens when it’s discontinued.
Comment below which one do you like better or which one you think will be worth the most in the future.
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I watched you since CRM jewellers but i knew you will make a channel, also thank you for the video about deepsea blue i watched it 2 times i love my watch, and eric i hope i get some “extra points” from you i stretched that dollar for the blue james cameron edition 😎
Thank you man. Thanks for the support!!
Watch Eric Always man, keep it up !
I watch CRM because of Eric :)
@@samhor33 Same here, but I unsubscribed from their channel because it's gone down hill since Eric left.
Totally agree, CRM channel is going south
I'd take the Batman because you can wear it with a suit or with shorts.
💯 Correct
Buy a green suit or shorts 💥
They should make a dark-blue-man.
Well then why isn't the "HULK" called a "Shrek" and the "Batman" a "Goth"?
Wearing a Sub with a suit is phuckin trailer park....
Great video, Eric! Your content continues to be great if not better since you left the previous channel.
You're getting good at this UA-cam thing Eric. Good Job.
Thanks for watching!
He's been good at it for years 🤣
Love the new channel! Not new really, just better! For me, my Batman is just so versatile- goes dressy, casual, and with any color. I'm still waiting to buy a hulk...
Just watched this 12/01/2020 and you are spot on. Good job man, love your videos and glad you left CRM.
Eric, the Batman has an additional complication which is very useful, 2nd time zone, you can even push a 3rd one. The new Batgirl has a new movement, more power reserve, 100mts waterproof which is enough to scuba dive, Jubilee bracelet is more comfortable also...GMT all the way
You know what you like!!
Love your channel Eric! Have both and love em both. Wear them regularly depending on my mood. Btw do you still have the blue rolesor SD? I’m really trying to get one but no luck yet 😞. I absolutely love that watch. 🙌🏽 from Abu Dhabi
Great content as always Eric. Loving your channel. Would have been interesting to do a Kermit vs Batman comparison since both have black dials. The Hulk green dial maybe too polarising for some folks...
Indeed
Another great video. My personal preference is the GMT Master II BLNR. I am biased as I got one brand new back in late 2017.
The Hulk is special, because it is the only steel sports model with a sunburst dial. And it has the Rolex green. Love it!
Love the green
That dial in the sun 🌞 is really special
Awesome vids bro,I’ve been following u since crm days keep up the good work and all the best to ur new business ventures 🙏
Thank you Kenny!!
Own both. IF they discontinue Hulk....look out +20k
Crazy
Big knockout punch from Hulk to Batman since 2 days ago, this price jump for Hulk is unbelievable!
Great shots of the watches, especially that sunburst dial on the hulk in the sun. Has to be the blnr for me
Batman it is!
For a video posted 11 months ago (as of my writing), excellent prediction starting at 7:57. Well done, Eric
It’s actually kind of a hard choice. Batman can be a suit watch or with jeans. Where the hulk is kind of just a chill watch but when worn with a chill outfit like jeans and t shirt, it gives the fit a cool pop. Btw, keep up the great content. Your shoots are fire Eric
Thank you Jair! More 🔥🎥 on the way!!
Both are in my collection and you hit the nail on the head with the versatility comment on Batman versus striking color of Hulk. Because of versatility, I’d own the Batman if it was my only watch but I love the hulk as part of a larger collection. It gets a lot of wrist time during the day throughout the warm weather months whereas I switch to either ss or oysterflex Daytona, a GMT (pepsi or Batman) or James Cameron at night or in the winter. If I didn’t have that rotation and had one watch, I think it would be a Batman or a black Sub.
That is a great point to mention. The hulk is complimentary to a collection
You are spot on about the Hulk. Green goes w everything and can have a more sporty and summer vibe... it’s not about matching, it is about complementing colours! :)
I’m glad you can relate!!
Whichever of the two is on my wrist would be my favorite. I think the green sunburst dial is "edgier" and it's hard to take your eyes off it at different angles in the sun. Definitely more casual IMO. The blue black GMT can handle both casual and office wear. Can't go wrong with either watch. Another great video Eric !
Thank you for watching David!
I love the Hulk for sure.
Me too!
Hulk for me, have a Hulk myself and it’s not about getting the right watch to suit your clothings, it’s about getting the right clothings that goes with the watch
That is correct!
My man Eric spot on about the hulk discontinuing, love your videos!
Fantastic video,awesome knowledge of the pieces, beautiful duo right there.Any if them justify the used price tag for me?Not in a million years.Thanx for sharing Eric
Jajajaja! Thanks for watching
Thankfully, I don’t have to decide as I have and love both. One I wear on vacation/summer and one I prefer for office/winter.
Both a great!
I'd take the Hulk! Great content as always.
Eric just love your videos learn a lot and the delivery is sublime......thanks
Thank you Steve
As always... excellent and interesting content, great and respectful debate. I must admit that I like more the Hulk than the Batman if you make me chose just one of them. But... I’d love to have both of them in my collection. #TeamHulk.
That seems to be how most people feel. Thanks for watching! 😎
Eric - love your videos and content amigo! When will you be sharing your reactions to the 2020 Rolex releases?
Hey Eric, love the video, you didn't mention if you thought those were heavy hitters or not though. I also noticed that there is no love left for the poor batgirl.
Batgirl is cool. I was expressing more that they did it wrong by giving it that name
Another good one Eric!! Well done!
Thank you Alex!
@Eric off topic question: which model new or older is underpriced? Early Airking, no date Sub?
Eric, thickness of the watches is different. Just got a Bluesy in addition to my GMT black. And I noticed that there difference in how the sub wears. This 1 mm difference is noticeable for me. GMT is more comfortable to wear as it's flatter. Thanks. Like your content!
Case back pops out more!
Probably to to do with the difference in water resistance as the sub is fractionally thicker .
Hulk. Hulk. Hulk. The dial is amazing. You get green tone to black depending on the angle you look at
Also great!
My most favourite UA-cam channel, and content :-)
Thanks for the support!
My brother Eric killing it again!
💪🏼🙌🏼😎💯
Great video Eric. I purchased the batgirl 1 year ago and was lucky to get it new at retail. Awesome watch, great quality....just love it. The Pepsi is next. The AD said that they will call me in the next 6 - 12 months.
Pepsi would be very cool
Great video Eric. So hard to choose between the two. If you choose The Batman GMT it is more versatile in what you can wear it with whereas the Hulk, as you said because of the green dial, is much more a sportier looking watch. So it really depends on your lifestyle. If you aren't the office type, and are more of a casual dresser, Hulk can work. If you are more business causal or sporty, the Batman is more versatile. Also the Oyster bracelet with polished Centre links also makes it look a bit more fancy. However, if you own a traditional black dial Sub, such as myself, you can get away with wearing it at the office as black goes with everything. But I'd love to own a GMT in the future. The thing is, if you had to pick one watch as your only daily beater, you can't go wrong with either because they will last forever.
Great input! I have the normal sub and the Batman
@@WatchEric 😅 Eric, you have one of the best Rolex collections around! Especially that 1982 GMT you picked up. And let's not forget the new Plantnuim Day-Date President, plus the other President Day-Dates in gold, and Daytona!
Great vid Eric. Eres el canal youtube favorito.
Gracias amigo
Eric : looking forward to your next video on the 2020 models of Rolex, especially the submariners
Must of watched the videos you made on both of those watches when you were with CRM 100 times each. I was lucky enough to buy both of them from the AD last year. They get an equal amount of wrist time each but I lean towards the sub because it's easier to change the date.
🙌🏼🙌🏼 that is awesome!
Also thanks for the support!
Batman has way more versatility in both looks and functionality.
😎🙌🏼🔥
Love my Batman! Always wanted a Hulk too but now since discontinued yesterday all the hoarders have come out the woodworks and have flooded the secondary market at $20k-$30k. We’ll see what the market bears!
I have both (and a Bluesy). Having owned the Hulk for a couple of years, I’ve got to the point where it’s a bit “too green”, and it does not get worn much. The other two are my day to day watches and I am thinking about selling the Hulk as a defensive move as it feels that prices may slip further this year.
Both are 🔥 pieces in their own way. I had both until recently. I have to give the edge to the hulk just for the fact that when the sun hits that green dial in just the right way, there’s not much that can top that sight. A month back I traded my Batman in part for an AP Offshore Diver. No regrets.
Update May / 2022 - I’m buying back my batman lol
That dial is 🔥🔥
Great review…I love and want them both. My 2 dream watches😍😍
Hey Eric, huge fan. Thanks for all your video reviews, I watch them all. Question; do you think the Batman will get discontinued next year? This year marks the 10th year anniversary. What do you think?
Hey Eric, Love your show. Could you do a video on the best rolex watches to buy for capital appreciation. I have wanted to buy and hold one potentially for 10 - 15 years.
Just got my call two weeks ago from my Rolex AD that they had the BatMan in for me on the oyster. It is my Grail Watch. So overjoyed.
Eric. 100% correct. I remember 5 years ago when the Hulk sat in windows . Crazy .
⌚️😎💯
I’m definitely a gmt person. Thanks for a great video as always Eric.
Thank you for watching and supporting my original content.
Nice vid Eric!
Thank you Robert!
Loving these videos! Keep it up!
Thank you Leon! More on the way!
Great vid Eric. Adore both pieces but the hulk edges it for me.
A video with your September 1’st Rolex predictions please ?
Wait on it.
Damn that’s dope !! I love green, how much ?
Thanks for another great video Eric, its the Hulk for me!
Great choice!
Super content . Alway look at your channel. I love watches to.
Thnx greetz from Amsterdam.
Btw i like the hulk the most
Thank you for watching!!
Very great content. You have me sold on both of them. Thank you.
Good luck with the new channel Eric! ....Mick
Thank you!
Great video as always . The Sub is a classic but the black and blue is more for me then green .
Awesome choice
Batman can well be your one and only grail watch... Hulk is rather a piece to color up a collection
Great input. Thanks for watching!
I am currently on 2 waiting lists for the Batman (now Batgirl) now for about 2 years and I am still waiting. The wait times in Sydney Australia are ridiculous.
Hang in there
Another great vid Eric!! For me hulk all day long...
Thanks for watching! Great piece 👌🏼
Great video as usual love your content Eric. I owned the Hulk so I am going to be a little bias . These are two unique pieces that can function differently . Hopefully I can pick up a batman
Then you will have the perfect match. Let me know when you’re ready.
Another great video!! Loved it... have both and they a both great pieces 😜😜😜
Indeed
Your videos are the best Eric. I like them way better then when you have people fill in for you.
Lolol. Thank you. 🥔🥕
Hi Eric, I really enjoy your videos, keep up the great work. I do have a BLNR and prefer the black and blue bezel over the green. My dilemma is the PCL on the BLNR. I have contemplated many times to have them brushed but have not been able to pull the trigger. What's your thoughts on brushing the PCL? Do you think this is wrong? Lots of people feel that the BLNR has to stay OEM with the PCL. I just don't want to regret my decision. Thanks for your feedback.
Leave it polished. Looks better
@@WatchEric as always, thank you for your wisdom.
Own both and have been wearing the GMT recently. LOVE IT. But the Hulk is a truly special piece. It's hard to explain really. Hulk wins!
I need them both!
nice video
can you help-me please
how much link you have in front and back to the hulk ?
tank so much
6 and 4. 4 at the 6 o’clock
@@WatchEric thank so much bro
I bought my Hulk back in 2015 and my AD thought I was crazy. He wanted me to get the Batman but I love the green dial. To me it represented the color of the brand and a lot positive elements in life. So, for that reason I knew it would never go out of style. Now he ask me how did I know! I really didn’t know, I just bought what I felt I can really enjoy for a long period of time. Love the content!
You went with your gut feeling!
On point video. I am a blue fan. Got the Batman at retail. Trying hard to get Hulk at retail or close and no luck. Should have bought months ago when it was only a $4 k premium. Now because Every1 saying discontinued price is up.
Crazy prices now. Me too
Like a primary watch I have AP 15400ST black dial and I wanted something interesting to couple for free time. I started with a Batman, but durning just four months it started to be next to Royal Oak very boring watch at all, so I switched to Hulk and finally perfect combo. :) Green Submariner is just amazing free time watch, if you switch from Royal Oak and go out, you just significantly change your overall emotion feeling and the same if I switch back to RO.
The green will do it!!
Easy pick for me ... it would be the GMT Master BLNR ii ... better complication, better looking and fits very much for anything ... don’t need anything else
Around 3 years ago I can still get a hulk for retail price, but I didn't, I got the big pilot instead, after 3 years I wouldn't say I'm regretted for getting the IWC, i love the BP, but I do regretted for not getting the hulk for retail price, cause the price went up almost double now.
It happens!
Great video. Really nice approach to the decision. I’m going Batman 💪🏼💪🏼
Nice and clear vid.. ..ordered a cermit but will get a batman at 15.of August...I'm not sure if I like it... Greetings from Germany
Great content Eric! I missed the boat on a Batman too. I passed on $12k unworn a few years ago. By the way, how many watches do you have in your personal collection?
I have 18. Watch my collection video here on my NEW channel
Hey Eric love your Daytona is this the current reference with the black outline hour markers ? Oh and Bat for me can’t go wrong with black and blue :)
Its a 2007 daytona
Watch Eric even better !
You are on top Eric thank you! Are you traveling sometimes to Europe to meet clients over there?
Once the Corona is over!
I couldn't make this decision, so I own them both:-))) Great presentation Eric, keep it going...
Thank you! I need the hulk
Green money rolex 4eva! Great video like always! ✌🏻
Thank you Rosser
Hulk all the way. I knew it was going to blow up years to come, that green dial is something else. Great video Eric.
I have a Rolex Batman GMT, and absolutely love it, but I really wish the GMT had the Glidelock bracelet like the Submariner.
Hi Eric, what do you think about the new green Sub 2020 (126610 LV)? It seems, that Rolex has taken your idea ;-) Great. All best from Germany. Jörg
It simply comes down to personal preference more or less color.
Never been a huge fan of the green but hey a Sub is still a Sub and can’t be replaced as the king of sportswatches. Sorry that’s just my humble opinion 😉
Very true
Both Great...I couldn’t decide, So I bought both!
Yessss🙌🏼😎
Eric tell me your thoughts on pocket watches? I brought a Crestwood one from a yard sale for seven dollars. Where do I get it serviced without getting screwed? It is working right now, but unknown when it was last serviced. By the way love Rolex Batman. The Hulk is going to go Blue, and the Green is going to be moved to the Yellow Gold color. Calling it! Cheers~
Unsubbed to crm, subbed to you.
Being loyal to a great tuber.
Keep it rollin man 👍👍👍
I preferred the GMT for my daily use although recognize the higher value of the Hulk. The new Kermit is the one that I will like to get
I would agree the Hulk is a sporty/casual watch. The batman could be more for suit wearing/smart casual. Great vid anyway. 👍
Thank you for watching
Hi Eric. Great Video. I hope, i get my Hulk in the next Year. Greetings from germany
Me too
I'd take the batman over the Hulk not only because I like blue better than green, but I could use the GMT function more than I could with the sub's. And people with big wrists might not notice/care, but the glidelock clasp takes the whole span of my wrist which makes wearing it feels unnatural.
The Batman is my favorite watch, hands down. I'm hoping these come back down in price closer to retail so I can scoop one up.
Me too
I’m not into color matching, says the man always dressed in black from head to toe 😂. That was a funny one, Eric.
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BOTH AWESOME WATCHES.I THINK THE HULK IS GOING AWAY.I AGREE WITH YOU AS USUAL.GREAT VIDEO. CANT WAIT FRO SEP 1!
THINK THE BATMAN IS MORE USEABLE AND HULK IS LITTLE MORE SPECIFIC TO CASUAL, BUT IT IS ALSO THE ONE ONE WOULD GO WITH
🙌🏼😎🤷🏻♂️
a video on Batman vs Batgirl for the summer mood?
Hi Eric. You are so right about the Hulk. For years I walked by display cases and said what an ugly watch. Then one day I was in Miami in the Design District at the Rolex store and a female employee was wearing a Hulk on her wrist. I said to her can I take a look at that watch on your wrist? She showed it to me and I fell in love with it. A month later I owned one! And I love it. I sold my AP, never wore it. I sold my Sea Dweller. Never wore it. I wear my Hulk all the time and I love it.
It happens. It’s one of those watches