I got this in March of 2021 at my AD. It was my first watch purchase through them and I had only spent $300 before getting the call. It’s a great watch, probably the best looking Rolex made.
Yeah, so we're the same 'class' I guess. :) It was also my first watch with that AD, and luckily it was the last train when you could get on the list for these models.. I agree with you about it being the best looking, but Pepsi and Daytona panda fans can also make a good case. Cheers! ;)
Those are two different lines. Batgirl is GMT Master II, while Starbucks is a Submariner. So also depends on what kind of complications you prefer. The difference is not only in bezel colour or complications, but also the bracelet. With GMT Master II you can choose between oyster or jubilee, and both will have polished middle link. While on Subs you can only get it on oyster, and complete bracelet is brushed. So depends on what you like. You won't go wrong with either choice, and the one that's closer to your heart is probably the better choice for you. I know I wasn't really helpful, but I always recommend getting the watch you personally like, not the ones that are popular.
That's a great question. :) Yes, oyster is a bit more subtle, but with polished center links, it's still pops out a bit. I don't mind Jubilee being just a bit flashier, it's not too big of a difference. People that don't know what watch you're wearing will not notice the difference whether it's oyster or jubilee anyway. What's important is which one you like better. Also, with Oyster bracelet the watch is a bit heavier altogether, so maybe that's also something you want keep in mind. These are all just tiny details, but could play a role. I'm wearing mine almost daily and never had a single thought about the bracelet. But I believe that if I had it on Oyster, I'd still be happy the same. Hope that helps!
What’s your wrist size? I have a 6.5 inch wrist and I’m a bit worried it’ll be too big and chunky for my taste as I usually wear an Explorer or PRX 35mm
Hey man, my wrist size is just a bit over 6.5 inch, so it's just about right.. I also struggle to pull off anything over 40-41 cm in diameter, but this one sits a bit lower so it's good.
No worries mate, AD stands for - authorized dealer. So it's basically an official distributor of certain brands, for example Rolex. Unlike grey market.
First of all, Batman and Batgirl officially doesn't exist. It's just a nickname made up by the community. Second, you are factually wrong. The reference is the same for both 'Batman' and 'Batgirl'. Different bracelet, but the same reference. Go to Rolex website and check it out. You're welcome.
Haha! Nice try, but it's not :)) To be honest, Explorer is probably my least favourite Rolex watch. I just don't like it and don't understand the hype around it. :) I can tell you that I was deciding between the one I chose and the two-tone rose gold Yacht master with graphite dial.
@@aficionadospace thats very nice. I'm waiting for the GMT two-tone Rose, well I just told my AD last week about I'm serious about the GMT when I picked up my black Sub-Date. They said nothing guaranteed at this moment but hopefully this Christmas. Good luck on your next pick up and please do share of what it is after you pick it up. 😃
@@vsop19691 Congrats on your new black Sub! Classic! I think you'd be very lucky to get another one in the same year, but could be that things have changed a bit. Thanks for watching the channel! Cheers!
@@aficionadospace Yes it would be crazy to think for another professional model in the same calendar year! well my AD is a family owned jeweler with 3 locations, they are nice and straight up about if they can order for you or you have to wait and the current climate of Rolex. They order my first OP34 black dial(I have 5.8" wrist) last NOV it came in before Christmas, I picked it up on New Year day of this year and I wear it almost everyday since then. Then I order DJ31 for my wife, this one took 6month to arrived. After we pick up her watch, I asked them if they have either 37mm yatch two-tone or Platinum or Explorer Two-tone, we are getting it for my mom for her retirement this year, one hour after I asked, they called. We went to pick ip my mom's twotone explorer which to be honest, it does look way way better in person than the photos, and she loves the watch so much. And on that day I asked for my SUB, the thrilling part was that they asked me "which one?" and I my head I was like "wait a minute if I answer it correct are they gonna pull one from the safe? or should I tell them exactly what I want" so I told them a black SUB-Date. Next day they called. Also we did not buy a lot of other jewelry or other watches that they have rather than my wife engagement rings, which it wasnt insane price tag. And they told me that lately clients have turned down watches they requested more and more and also they started to see more of inventory. And they have guideline of 2 professional models per client per year in place of which will effect my next call and that is why they said "maybe Christmas". I know it is long comment but it is about how I started my hobby. Cheers!
@@vsop19691 that's very interesting. You are very lucky, but also obviously have a great relationship with your AD. But it's obviously also a small decline in demand recently if people are rejecting watches they ordered, so they have a shorter waiting lists. At least in some parts of world. Let me know if you get it before Christmas! :)) Cheers!
It’s so beautiful. I went to ad last week and ask about this watch. They gave me one to bring it on my wrist and it fit perfectly 🫠. However they said they don’t have and know when it will come back their store😭. They wrote my name, phone and email so they can call if they have but I think the chance will be really really lowwwww to get one
Unfortunately, I don't think it's possible to get on the list these days. Not only for GMT but most of other sports models too. I think you can only get Yacht Master and Date Justs. That's what I was told last time I visited my AD. But it could be different on other locations.. Stay persistent and hopefully they'll put you on the list eventually. Good luck! :)
I got this in March of 2021 at my AD. It was my first watch purchase through them and I had only spent $300 before getting the call. It’s a great watch, probably the best looking Rolex made.
Yeah, so we're the same 'class' I guess. :) It was also my first watch with that AD, and luckily it was the last train when you could get on the list for these models.. I agree with you about it being the best looking, but Pepsi and Daytona panda fans can also make a good case. Cheers! ;)
Best watch ever made. I’m biased tho
I agree. And I'm biased too. :D
As my first watch which one do you think is best to get, Starbucks or batgirl ?
Those are two different lines. Batgirl is GMT Master II, while Starbucks is a Submariner. So also depends on what kind of complications you prefer. The difference is not only in bezel colour or complications, but also the bracelet. With GMT Master II you can choose between oyster or jubilee, and both will have polished middle link. While on Subs you can only get it on oyster, and complete bracelet is brushed. So depends on what you like. You won't go wrong with either choice, and the one that's closer to your heart is probably the better choice for you. I know I wasn't really helpful, but I always recommend getting the watch you personally like, not the ones that are popular.
for a daily wearer do you suggest the batman oyster? more subtle than jubilee?
Jubilee 💯
That's a great question. :) Yes, oyster is a bit more subtle, but with polished center links, it's still pops out a bit. I don't mind Jubilee being just a bit flashier, it's not too big of a difference. People that don't know what watch you're wearing will not notice the difference whether it's oyster or jubilee anyway.
What's important is which one you like better. Also, with Oyster bracelet the watch is a bit heavier altogether, so maybe that's also something you want keep in mind. These are all just tiny details, but could play a role. I'm wearing mine almost daily and never had a single thought about the bracelet. But I believe that if I had it on Oyster, I'd still be happy the same. Hope that helps!
Great choice
Thanks!
What’s your wrist size? I have a 6.5 inch wrist and I’m a bit worried it’ll be too big and chunky for my taste as I usually wear an Explorer or PRX 35mm
Hey man, my wrist size is just a bit over 6.5 inch, so it's just about right.. I also struggle to pull off anything over 40-41 cm in diameter, but this one sits a bit lower so it's good.
Excuse my ignorance, could you please explain what the abbreviation "AD" stands for? Thank you in advance.
No worries mate, AD stands for - authorized dealer. So it's basically an official distributor of certain brands, for example Rolex. Unlike grey market.
Ever hear of looking something up on Google?
Authorised Dealer.😏
Looks good on you bro
Thanks brother!
This is a Batgirl, not a Batman. The Batman has the reference 116710BLNR. You should know that if you are wearing a genuine Rolex.
First of all, Batman and Batgirl officially doesn't exist. It's just a nickname made up by the community.
Second, you are factually wrong. The reference is the same for both 'Batman' and 'Batgirl'. Different bracelet, but the same reference. Go to Rolex website and check it out. You're welcome.
my wild wild guess of your next piece is 36mm Explorer.😀
Haha! Nice try, but it's not :)) To be honest, Explorer is probably my least favourite Rolex watch. I just don't like it and don't understand the hype around it. :) I can tell you that I was deciding between the one I chose and the two-tone rose gold Yacht master with graphite dial.
@@aficionadospace thats very nice. I'm waiting for the GMT two-tone Rose, well I just told my AD last week about I'm serious about the GMT when I picked up my black Sub-Date. They said nothing guaranteed at this moment but hopefully this Christmas. Good luck on your next pick up and please do share of what it is after you pick it up. 😃
@@vsop19691 Congrats on your new black Sub! Classic! I think you'd be very lucky to get another one in the same year, but could be that things have changed a bit. Thanks for watching the channel! Cheers!
@@aficionadospace Yes it would be crazy to think for another professional model in the same calendar year! well my AD is a family owned jeweler with 3 locations, they are nice and straight up about if they can order for you or you have to wait and the current climate of Rolex. They order my first OP34 black dial(I have 5.8" wrist) last NOV it came in before Christmas, I picked it up on New Year day of this year and I wear it almost everyday since then. Then I order DJ31 for my wife, this one took 6month to arrived. After we pick up her watch, I asked them if they have either 37mm yatch two-tone or Platinum or Explorer Two-tone, we are getting it for my mom for her retirement this year, one hour after I asked, they called. We went to pick ip my mom's twotone explorer which to be honest, it does look way way better in person than the photos, and she loves the watch so much. And on that day I asked for my SUB, the thrilling part was that they asked me "which one?" and I my head I was like "wait a minute if I answer it correct are they gonna pull one from the safe? or should I tell them exactly what I want" so I told them a black SUB-Date. Next day they called. Also we did not buy a lot of other jewelry or other watches that they have rather than my wife engagement rings, which it wasnt insane price tag. And they told me that lately clients have turned down watches they requested more and more and also they started to see more of inventory. And they have guideline of 2 professional models per client per year in place of which will effect my next call and that is why they said "maybe Christmas". I know it is long comment but it is about how I started my hobby. Cheers!
@@vsop19691 that's very interesting. You are very lucky, but also obviously have a great relationship with your AD. But it's obviously also a small decline in demand recently if people are rejecting watches they ordered, so they have a shorter waiting lists. At least in some parts of world. Let me know if you get it before Christmas! :)) Cheers!
Batgirl not a Batman
Beautiful but Batgirl
Who cares :)
That’s a Batgirl.
To be completely accurate, it's Rolex GMT Master II. :)
Your mother's a Batgirl. At least that's what she told me to call her during sexy time.
It’s so beautiful. I went to ad last week and ask about this watch. They gave me one to bring it on my wrist and it fit perfectly 🫠. However they said they don’t have and know when it will come back their store😭. They wrote my name, phone and email so they can call if they have but I think the chance will be really really lowwwww to get one
Unfortunately, I don't think it's possible to get on the list these days. Not only for GMT but most of other sports models too. I think you can only get Yacht Master and Date Justs. That's what I was told last time I visited my AD. But it could be different on other locations.. Stay persistent and hopefully they'll put you on the list eventually. Good luck! :)
That’s a Batgirl.
Batman, Batgirl, Bruce Wayne, whatever.. It's all just made up nicknames by the community :)
@@aficionadospace agree with you. Don’t listen to the other comment.
@@watchguy8360 Thanks mate! I didn't take any offense at it regardless. :)
How come Pepsi is always Pepsi regardless of bracelet type while the BLNR has different names for jubilee/oyster?
It's Batman just as Pepsi doesn't change its name regardless of bracelet.