Rolex GMT Master II "Batman" vs "Pepsi"
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- Опубліковано 7 лис 2024
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This week we have a comparison review: Rolex GMT Master II "Batman" vs "Pepsi"
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Been watching you for a long time now and at 21 I’ve finally reached my goal of buying my first Rolex and I’m now a proud owner of my own Rolex GMT-II Batman!
You can’t go wrong with either but Batman is still my favorite modern GMT. They really got everything right with this watch. That said, as soon as I am offered a BLRO I will take it.
Given we have a Batman, and a Hulk, I think you should be the 1st to rename the Pepsi to its proper name, Superman
matthew S nah Spider-Man
Weeeell, hold on now. How does the root beer figure into this? ;) 2 super hero watches and 2 named after drinks. Should be fine right?
Nah, The Caitlin Jenner
The root beer Rolex is obviously the Black Panther.
N M Or the Dare Devil, since we naming super heroes.
Just go down to the Rolex boutique and try both on. There's a small problem with that...
lol
He means go doen to your local grey market dealer
I was told theres a 5 to 10yr wait for the Pepsi... I just smiled and walked out.
@@solefreak2 I bought two of them from my dealer just over the last four months. I also bought two Batmen (one last month and one just yesterday), but those came from two different dealers. I only waited aboit three weeks for each one from the time I asked for them. See with all of my hard to get watches. Some dealers are better than others and, of course, it helps to be in deep with your dealer. ;)
damachine3 2 of each?? You really buying expensive Swiss watches like candy? I can’t even imagine a bored millionaire spending money like that. Are you a dealer?
‘Tough watches to get.’ You aren’t kidding! My AD has had 4 Daytona’s come and go in the time I’ve been waiting and I’ve just had my Pepsi come in which was the first in that time! Mad. No wonder these are still rising in price. Understand why people don’t want to wait:)
I added Batman to my wishlist,
I was opting for Pepsi, but then I saw Batman and it fits me
Batman movement has now been upgraded. So they are essentially the same watch... Just color preferences.
Wow. I am fortunate to now own both. 2017 Batman and the 2018 BLRO. Just gorgeous time pieces. The weight relief from the jubilee bracelet is nice, BLNR is about 146-147 grams. BLRO is only around 138-139. Biggest challenge is which one to wear. Love them both. My DateJusts are now just gathering dust.
Great work! I have the Batman myself but there's no way I can get the new SS Pepsi without overpaying in the grey market! Lucky you! Keep the videos coming! Cheers!
very complete comparison . they both are fabulous . i like the brushed bracelet over the Jubilee . how could you lose ? BEAUTIFUL ~ JDS/CT
THE head to head we have all been waiting for! Amazing work, as usual.
No other blue & red ceramic bezel comes close to the Pepsi! Even though the colors look muted, it doesn't appear to have that metallic finish others do. Great stuff!
Superb Review. I definitely prefer the Batman. Don't really like the Pepsi at all.
The black and blue looks as fresh from the box as the Pepsi.
I have both of these and thought about selling one on but can’t decide which so am keeping both..
How long were you on the waitlist for?
Came across a dude the other day who wanted to swap his Tudor GMT for my Batman. Nope
Lol
Love them both. I have a Batman but in the future i go for the Pepsi too. Great video✌🏻
I’ve had both and I still have the new Pepsi now 2021 and I loved the wrist presence from the Batman due to the bigger lugs. I absolutely love the super jubilee and so comfortable and goes well with the Pepsi but not on a batgirl
Great vid as always! And I would deff have to go with the Pepsi. That jubilee looks awesome
I have both watch’s my self and I can honestly say it’s
Batman for me.. but it’s nice to also have Pepsi for when you wona look the part on night out...
Batman for me. Tried many GMTs and Subs. Own a Batman, it always rekindle my love for GMT (2 tone bezel) when I look at it. The contrast is much more “alive”. With the half black bezel it brings me class and earnest. Another half blue bezel brings me fun and inner joy through the good times as well as the bad. Most importantly I can wear it formal and informal. 🖤💙
The best watch reviewer. 🤙🏻💪🏻
the right color with the right bracelet.....beautiful
i LOVE Rolex
Batman all the way.. thanks for the great review
Really nice Pepsi and Batman! Now it's time for a Coke Rolex!
I can see why someone would want both... They are just stunning !
Clicked this the second I saw it :)
Edit: Both watches are beautiful, but the Hulk still sings to me more, there's something about the all brushed links on the bracelet that I just prefer over the polished center links. Great review though I'm glad to see you uploading alot more lately :)
PS. I much prefer the Red & Blue GMT with Jubilee.
Again, thanks so much for great work here!
I feel like I almost like the batman more than the pepsi, but I like pepsi more than I like batman, so I think I'd actually go with the pepsi. Is that the stupidest thing you've ever heard anyone say?
great video, well done. You asked which we prefer. I prefer the Batman, but with the Jubilee bracelet. Now you have a clearly more formal evening watch. I prefer the Pepsi with the Oyster bracelet. Now you have a more casual watch, normallly more suited to daytime. So my I answer is that I prefer you to switch the bracelets!!
Great review!! Both magnificent watches but I am, personally, captivated by the Pepsi 😱
Still prefer the Batman. The ceramic just looks better and it just oozes class.
From what I read the BLRO has a longer power reserve due to thinner barrel walls, updated/improved mainspring and a new, more efficient escapement. Nice video!
Great video! However, 1 Oyster bracelet link equals 2 Jubilee links....
I’ve measured them because I have 8 inch wrists and add 2 Oyster links and 4 Jubilee links to my watches.
You removed the equal amount, then weighed them....
Remove 2 more Jubilee links and weigh again and you’ll be even lighter on the BLRO.
If I could only have 1 watch, then I'd choose the Batman but since I already have a Sub I'd go with the Pepsi because there is way less overlap. I wanted to get the Batman as my next watch but I think it will be too similar to my Sub.
I'm thinking a Polar Explorer II to change things up. It's a lot more unique and it doesn't overlap with my Speedy or Sub which are both conservative dark dialed icons.
both are amazing but i can't seem to like this jubilee bracelet. Your videos are great !
Awesome video, as always. In one of your previous videos you mentioned that you decided to re acquire the SD 43. I was wondering when you would be given another review and letting us know what caused the change of heart, thanks
The best one is the one that you can get from your AD.
The colors look a bit faded for pepsi, however that has been rectified in the latest version. Batman color is pretty consistent from 2013 onwards.
I appreciate this video because it only confirms how much I love the BLNR. I think the Pepsi is very nice but I still want to go for the batman. Everyone told me that the only reason why I want the batman was because its the "newer" GMT. But my opinion hasn't changed. Thanks for the video.
Another amazing high quality video, so glad your channel exists to satisfy my watch obsession 😂😁.
As to which watch I would choose? The correct 'watch obsessive' answer is both. Choosing only one would imply the other is not worth having!!
Your watch collection is impressive already, but if you had to go for one more, maybe a Vacheron Constantin Overseas to complete the Holy Trinity, more 'stealth wealth' ?
Keep up the great work. Thank you
Thanks for the review, it would have been interesting to see how to set the watch, cause of the gmt/timezone complication.
A review is lined up in the coming weeks 👍🏼
Thank you for the review.
Both are magnificent watches but the Batman has a slight edge to me because of its sportier look.
The BLNR is my pick. The richness of the blue is just perfect. Not to say that black for night and blue for day makes perfect sense.
Rolex did not intentionally make the blue-purple and red-pink on the BLRO. The BLNR starts with a full blue bezel then they die the other half black while the ceramic is porous. So you can go with a rich blue since black overpowers any color. Not so much with the BLRO, which starts off as a full red bezel. Rich red and you get a rich purple when dying blue. So they had to go with a pinkish red to get a less purple blue. Half ass if you ask me and to say that its intentional to mimic the patina of the aluminum bezel is BS.
I love jubilee (own it on my DJ41), but on a professional line with the maxi case, the flow from lugs to bracelet is much nicer with the oyster.
I had my pick between the two from my AD. I walked out with the BLNR.
Great review and love your watches! I have similar taste and love that you are an SS kinda guy.
Currently own...
AP RO 15400
DJ41
DayC
LVc
BLNR
SMPO
Speedy Pro
Cheers!
L
If it possible, please make a comparision between the Jumbo and Nautilus :)))
Great video! Went with Pepsi and as you said it is singing to me everyday ... thanks again for great videos...
I love all your videos
I have a Batman hulk Daytona black face and a 2 tone date just Pepsi is next thanks again
I still prefer the colours of the BLNR - Batman, but having seen and had both on the wrist, the pepsi has the edge with the jubilee, it is more comfortable. I was also surprised with how the jubilee looked against the watch, it looks really good when you see it in the flesh.
Great comparison review. Would be interested to know if you have tried switching the bracelets around at all?
Dom L They are not interchangeable
Thank you for another very pleasant video. I think I finally got Rolex with the BLRO coloring now. I owned the Batman myself and found it was a bit too sporty colorwise. Now when seeing your comparison video, I realized that Rolex made the Pepsi more subdued in color to make it more versatile in non-sporty occations. Love it! I am on a waiting list for the Pepsi and will probably get in in a year or so :)
Exactly the same story here, I owned the Batman and sold it as the blue was so flashy. I tried the pepsi and I really liked it 😊
Great video. What size is your wrist?
I was on the list for the Pepsi and Batman came in & they called...couldn’t turn it down. Guess I’ll have or hope to have both like you at some point then. Although they’ll both be jubilee in my case obviously. Love the video and detail man...and rare to see both in hand that close and clear too. Thank you sir!
lol...I was the opposite, I wanted the Batman and they called and offered me the Pepsi...like you said, no way you can turn it down.
Very interesting review greetings from Poland
Would the batman oyster bracelet fit on the pepsi? nice review btw
Definitely- the BLRO is a better looking piece - as you know (from Instragram) I have a very similar collection to yours and having the Batman and BLRO as well, the Batman looks boring next to the BLRO. I wasn’t sure about the Jubilee but boy- it’s amazing
I know you can't just take a quick walk to the rolex store and pick up a sub date but can you please do a 4k review on the sub 116610ln. Yous reviews are great! Btw, when do you think rolex will meet the demand on the rolex sub?
I’ll try my best buddy.. use to own the Sub LN not sure if I’ll be purchasing one soon (unless they release a new one with the updated 3235 movement) but I’ll c what I can do.. honestly I think the sub will always be in demand it’s a Rolex strategy.
Batman for me every time.....beautiful
Many thanks for the high quality video. I was crazy about the new GMT II Pepsi with the jubilee bracelet ( owned the precursor watch in 1993), but seeing it next to the "batman" I have to say I think the "batman" looks better-more "together". Cheers!
Excellent review (as usual)...waiting on your promise to Re - review the 50th anniversary sea dweller 43mm
👍🏼👍🏼 it’s scheduled for the 29th of September @0700 London time
I own a Ceramic Sub so I’m not in the market for another Rolex sport watch. But if I were asked to choose here, I’d go with Batman. The Jubilee bracelet is a little too much for my taste. And, I would wait to pay the $12K list price; current US$ grey market prices for these pieces have gotten ridiculous ($16-20K for Batman and even higher for Pepsi).
Pepsi all day long. A classic.
what watch band do you like better?
I wish time can fly back, so I will never ever make any scratches on my Batman :-D
Have a Batman and a Pepsi on way. Just noticed the odd purplish blue - is this the same meh tone that ppl thought ruined the watches look? Should I skip it altogether and go for the GMT II Rootbeer two-tone instead? Can only get one watch this year locally and hate the idea of waiting another year over a dull muted colour mistake, lol.
Bruv oyster or jubilee which is longer lasting?
Went to the Rolex Ad today got my BLNR adjusted and put my name on the black and green submariner “waiting list” i won’t hold my breath on them tho 😂
Both amazing watches but I’ve been in love with my Pepsi ever since it touched my wrist for the first time. Maybe soon I will get to have the best of both worlds. That is.. if my wife doesn’t kill me before I get it out the box!
That s always the issue lol
How did you manage to get both watches? I’ve been on a such long waiting list
Batman for every reason, except the movement!
The movement is still fine...
There’s just something about this version of the Pepsi that just doesn’t look quite right to me. Not sure what it is
Hi there, can you tell me, what rolex catalog or mag, has the rolex daytona rainbow in it.
I love both 😍
Always been a fan of Rolex, however now they’re becoming more popular the ‘grey market’ are taking advantage of the lack of availability with massively inflated prices. They’re good watches but double the price in some cases good? I don’t think so with brands like Omega catching up with quality watches that are readily available.
I also question the waiting list times at ADs. They’re watches not unicorn shit.
Superb review. Thank you
Did you mention the color of the 24hr hand? Blue on BLNR and Red on BLRO.
I really wished that I liked the jubilee bracelet but I just can’t make myself do it
A senior colleague at work have been trying to exchange his Batman for my Pepsi.. no way in hell LOL
You got the mark I color. My Pepsi color is soo a dark navy blue and a rich red. I think it looks much better now
Batman
Colors look great in this light
You should not put the watch down on it's crown....love the Pepsi BTW
Like you, I wasn’t a fan of the jubilee bracelet on the 126710blro at all. But then I had an opportunity to wear one and instantly fell in love with it. It just goes to show you how you could look at a watch in pics, have a strong reaction to it but have that completely change once you put it on your wrist. I love the colors, I love the Jubilee bracelet and I just love the watch.
As far as the color difference of the blue between the ‘Batman’ and ‘Pepsi’, I think the blues are actually the same color. It’s only with interference with the alternating color (red or black) that make the blues look different. If you look at only the blue and not in the context of the entire bezel and bracelet, I think they’re the same... or at least very very similar.
Nice comparison. Good job.
That is some awesome power punches !
Thought I would have made up my mind, still as confused as ever. Both are nice in their own way.
Lol same here I’d go for the Pepsi honestly I’m thinking buying it at premium price it’s such an icon I have the new Sub date and want to add a GMT next
Hey :)
Its possible to use the blro jubilee at the blnr?
No it’s not .. due to the lug holes and refined lugs
I put a Submariner bracelet on my Pepsi. Out of all my watches its now my favorite.
Does that hurt the value?
@@mfalcone1683 I can swap it back any time so very unlikely.
Best comparison 👍🏻
Hi, how is the accuracy so far for both? is it as the specifications says -/+2 spd? Thanks
it may be great.Hope that helps and have a great day
Another great video. I have the Batman as well and I love it. I am glad I purchased it 2 years ago because they are hard to find now.
love the videos, just curious what accent that is? cant figure it out!
Sounds like an arab
Fortune to have both they are beautiful watches not really interested in other Rolex
Both are beautiful
I finally got my Pepsi after 40 months of waiting list time.
I have them both and they look amazing! But Batman is such a beautiful piece. Favorite in my collection!
That's all for this week thank you for watching. 😁😁😁
Does one have a better re-sale value over the other?
you trully do know your watch dimensions though. nice vid.
Great review!👌
Both are great, but the Batman really sings.
think how awesome that jubilee bracelet its gonna look in 10-15 years lol, Batman rules!
Obviously your only going to get the call for one or the other hopefully. You have to take either one cause you're in the green right when you purchase so are literally giving money away not to pull the trigger on either one. I scored the Pepsi and it's dope.