What I Wish I'd Known Before I Bought A Rolex!
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- Looking to buy a Rolex? Here are the top 5 things I wish I would have known before I bought one. Join me as I discuss the things I didn't realize about Rolex ownership.
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"Your rolex probably will not make you any cooler"
Out of all the watch reviewers on yt,its this guy who i find the most real. Talks in simple terms, says what needs to be said, is polite, practical and commonsensical, so much so that anyone from any country can relate to what he's conveying.
I use my Daytona everyday. I buy things to ENJOY them. I could careless what anyone says. There is a certain freedom in not giving a rat's ass what others think.
True story, bought a Submariner many years ago & was wearing it at the local watering hole shortly after buying it. Standing there at the bar (summer, short sleeves) having my cocktail. It was dark but a guy next to me noticed the Rolex & commented, "Wow, that's really a COOL watch!" "Thanks I responded", to which he added... "is that a Seiko!?"
I had a Pepsi and got the most comments from that Pepsi than any other watch in the past 30 years of wearing, appreciating, and buying/selling/trading watches. Which is a lot when they're from random strangers. Ironically, the comment/question was mostly the same. "Nice watch. What's that, an Invicta?"
Ya know, people rarely recognize watches. In the 6 months I wore the BLNO, I probably got 5-6 random comments on it. 4 or 5 Invicta comments and 1 who actually recognized it as a Rolex.
I have since realized that I'm not really a fan of Rolex's GMTs and flipped it. The $6k profit was too much to pass up for a watch I wasn't in love with.
Haha, I have a similar story. I purchased a Submariner over the winter. I was wearing it at the resort in Aruba and some guy came up to me and said, "That's a beautiful watch, is it a TAG?"
Ha, ha, ha... is that a Seiko? Priceless
@@MattTonite Apparently some people love the Pepsi and the other bright two tone GMT's. They aren't my thing personally because whenever I see one, the first thing that comes to mind is 'low end Seiko dive watch'.
The comment about flipping it is one of the reasons for buying quality watches in the first place. You can enjoy them as long as you want and if you stop enjoying a given watch you can sell or trade it for another quality watch for very little cost of ownership, or if you get lucky, make a little on the deal.
He’s either ignorant or one of the best trolls I’ve ever heard of
I buy rolexes for myself not anybody else!! 👍🏼
I truly agree
Well no shit
Stop lying...you can't see the movement and the design has been pirated!
Same here JC...
Exactly...I brought mine for myself and as an heirloom to pass on to my two sons ( I own two) I always try and be as incognito as possible...this is my joy...not for others...btw I'm a retired LEO ..by no means am I wealthy or came from wealth.
The problem with Rolex is too many people think it's fake.
That's their problem, not the wearer's...
howard mckenna The problem is people buying things based on what other people think, are you really buying it for yourself or for what people think of you?
Jealous people will keep trying to get you
I don't own a Rolex. I prefer leftfield brands. I know a Rolex makes sense financially (get your money back if you sell it).
I am a big fan of the Valjoux 7751 movement. A Rolex just doesn't do enough (complications) for me.
If I see someone wearing a Rolex who doesn't look like a typical Rolex wearer (working class person) I always (rightly or wrongly) assume it's a Hong Kong/Thailand knock off.
I've had a Rolex for 6 years and only 2 people have noticed that it is a Rolex. 99.9% of the public doesn't have the slightest idea what a Rolex watch looks like.
My heart skips when I bump or scratch my ~$1000 watches. Probably have a stroke with a Rolex
mcstarling07 I can’t imagine I get mad at myself scratching my invicta I’m practicing for when I can buy a rolex lol
I own a Rolex day-date yellow gold 36 mm for more than 25 years now and I wear it every day. I don't care wat people might think. I bought it because I loved it and I do not regret it ever since.
Good comment. And how many other items do we keep for over 25 years? A house? A classic car? A good pair of shoes? Anyone who thinks a Rolex is expensive needs to consider how long most owners keep them (usually a lifetime).
@Per Johansen a 36mm watch is elegant and versatile. Works well as both casual and a dress watch, unlike your 42mm Explorer 2 which would look crass with a suit. Gold vs. silver is personal choice. Some guys like gold because it matches their wedding ring for example.
Per Johansen it’s not the size, it’s the style that’s the issue for me. The Explorer 2 is a rugged watch for wearing outdoors, doing sports or traveling the world. It’s a great watch but would you wear a pair of hiking boots with your suit too? What about orange laces in your shoes? That’s how I see it.
Congrats dude! So the Explorer is perfect for you. I only wear suits for formal occasions, weddings etc. That's why I like to cherish the moment and wear a dress watch. I treated myself to a basic A.Lange Saxonia last year. That's only 37mm but it's so elegant, that's kind of why I responded to your comment about the size of the OP's day-date. Every watch has it's place :-)
yetidh9 36mm only looks good on ladies and petite men. Even dress watches now are 38mm plus
My heart skips a beat when I bump my fake Rolex,and another when I’m bending down picking the bits up.
At the end of the day there’s just you and the watch. You either get it or you don’t. You either keep it or offload. It’s a personal journey or it’s nothing. Expecting others to buy into your passion is a deluded notion. Expecting others to view you in a certain way is just vanity. You’ll encounter praise, you’ll encounter nasty remarks but in the main you’ll encounter... absolutely nothing. In general people are just not into watches.
Nicely articulated. I can honestly say I’ve experienced all of this, but in the end I’m still happy with my purchases and enjoy my watches daily. Most of all, I’m glad I got over that feeling of freaking out when I bumped into something. Additionally, it’s been my experience that salespeople notice my watches more than anyone else I meet.
+Abby Wallace yeah I totally agree, when I bough my last car they were sizing up my watch the second they met me...
J. ANTHONY I bet salespeople size potential customers by:
- their car (on stores that can see customers park)
- their shoes
- their watch
My buddy recently bought a Daytona and he can't stop telling everyone how great he is.
Have been wearing a Rolex since 1975 and never cared what people thought or said and I still enjoy it because is the only watch that doesn't break. Thankx for the video.
+Steve Jukic yeah, they run for ever. Thanks for the support
Yes you're right. Rolex's dont break
I bought a Rolex single red for £230 in 1976 sold it around year 1999 or 2000 for £8,000. It did my ed in walking around with all that dosh on my arm. Bought other Rolex's and Omega's since.Nice watches.
When I turned 15 my dad gave me a Rolex as a gift for my birthday. I wore it to school everyday until one day during gym it was tucked away in my backpack and someone came into the locker room and stole money, wallets, jewelry etc from everyone’s personal bags. At the time I was too afraid to even bring up the fact someone had stolen my watch.. I was younger and naive. Wish I would of had a greater respect for nice personal items like that.. I’m 27 years old now with a professional career and still to this day I’m hesitant to purchase a Rolex for myself.. items like these always scare me and this video expresses exactly how I feel.. people around you will notice what you’re wearing and almost always view it negatively.
My boss reckons he pays me too much, after seeing my Explorer 2. By the way, he is a cheap skate😁
I’ve had an assortment of 12-15 or so higher end watches over the past 15 or so years. One of those watches is a Rolex. I can’t recall an instance where somebody spontaneously commented to me about a watch I was wearing (well, one exception, when some guy commented on my Richard Lange on a Metro North train during an evening commute home). I don’t really care whether or what people think about my watches, or me because I’m wearing a particular watch. I just like good quality watches and that’s really all there is to it.
Yes, buying a Rolex or any other watch doesn’t make you cool, or add one inch of stature. The man wears the watch and not the watch the man.
+1 well said.
I have to disagree, I think Rolex watches look super cool. Have you ever seen one? I can say sunglasses don't make people look cool, doesn't mean it's true lol.
@@jamest4198 he didnt say make you look cool, he said make you cool.
@@malmangelucci Whatever LOL
@@jamest4198 hey don't get mad at me because you can't read, bro
My Zenith El Premero tri color chrono blue dial (38mm) was my first high end purchase and couldn't have gone smoother. What I like about the Zenith is it's under the radar and most people don't know how much I paid for it unless their a watch guy/gal. Next on the list is a bp fifty fathoms bathyscape, a little bit bigger at 43 mm but from same ad, it's a holy grail hope to achieve it by end of this coming year with a little moving around pieces/ saving. Another watch geeks watch.
I bought my GMT II about 20 years ago and I wear it pretty much every day regardless the activity. I can't recall the last time anyone said anything about it or even noticed it. I think of it as having saved me money over all the years I didn't buy what are essentially disposable watches. If I wanted to, I could sell it today and probably make money on it. How many other things hold their value or increase like that?
I agree. Most of the time , nobody cares what you wear. There are too many other problems in the world to worry or care about than what watch you wear. That said, depending on where you are , some people might notice.
Stephen Rudberg Absolutely lol
So they notice !!
Really no one notices, however I was in an airport terminal train recently and a woman on the train mentioned my watch.
My Sub is so rugged, I've bashed it hard into so many things. Other watches I've wrecked, but the Sub is bullet proof. Worn it virtually every day for 18 years, never serviced. It's been on my wrist in real harsh environments, rafting down silt filled rivers for over a week, snorkeling, hang gliding, ATVs, skiing you name it. As far as I'm concerned the Sub is the best watch for active people. It's great for when you're covered in mud or wearing a tux.
I do think I got some blowback at work. When you're wearing a better watch that the executives you work for they tend to think, "He doesn't need a raise, we'll give it to someone more deserving". It doesn't matter that they're driving new Porsches or Corvettes and I'm driving a 7 year old pick-up truck.
We all make choices how to spend our money.
I kinda have a problem wearing my Explorer I when i am at the office. Most people who notice my Rolex do comment on it, that i must be rich or think i wear it to be noticed or something.
I have to say that for me, that is a negative when i am wearing the watch.
When i am wearing one of my Omega's or my Turor i do not have that feeling.
Does that make sense ..??
Tudor *
+AjaxForever Yeah, that makes sense. It is nice to go under the radar without people noticing
Try wearing a 2 tone blue sub haha
I agree man, when I wear my Omega Seamaster 300m Ceramic version, no body notices it. Few times I wore my Rolex DateJust 2 to work and instantly somebody made a comment.
Makes plenty of sense. I wear my speedmaster to work daily and nobody notices what it is.
I've been wearing Rolex since I was 18. It was a high school graduation gift from my parents. That was over 40 years ago and it was a Rolex Oyster Perpetual. At present, I now have three Rolex watches.
Great advice. Definitely have to think harder before buying a Rolex even if one has the mean. When I wore Rolex to office, it did attract unnecessary and undesirable comments. I prefer to enjoy watches myself.
+Jas Hoo Yeah, I like wearing watches that only watch nerds tend to notice...
@@JANTHONYCHANNEL Same here, JA...nobody else understands us or the feeling I get red lining all 5 gears in my 911 Carrera with my SS Submariner on my (left, LOL) wrist!
“What people think of us is none of our business “...I like that
I like to notice nice watches that people wear and compliment them, from average Seikos up to higher horology. But the most fun was standing in front of the Omega booth in Heathrow with another guy and I noticed that he had a 70’s Seiko 6138 UFO. It’s was his regular watch. Love it.
What I do like about Rolexes is its value retention and appreciation. My dad bought a Rolex Sub in early 2000s for about $3000-4000 and sold it recently in 2018 in a used and abused condition for $4900. So, not only did he get to wear the watch for about 18 years but he actually made money on it.
Not much really if you account for inflation. $3500 in 2003 was worth about 4700 in 2018. So yor Dad made maybe a hundred or so. Basically he got to wear the watch for free for those years unless he had it serviced.
The watch I used to own that received the most positive comments (coworkers, bank tellers, girlfriends, random strangers) was my $21 Jaragar Monaco. I’m not making this up lol.
Matt Ashe Love comments like this! Most of watches, especially mechanicals, are very conservative and no one ever notices them.
Matt Ashe, I know what you mean. Having more than a few watches, mostly mid-range Bulova, Seiko and a spattering of inexpensive and fashion watches, I get the most compliments when wearing one of the cheapest watches I own: a Guess Waterpro 100m with a non-rotating red bezel. At a casual glance, it is eye catching and has the look (and feel) of a much higher quality watch than the less than $100 it actually costs.
I second this. The cheapest watch I’ve ever owned was the most commented on by a country mile. Strange isn’t it
The good feeling is you know the beautifully crafted thing you have on your wrist. I have several vintage which i lovingly rotate :)
Great feedback, and agree. You buy a watch for you, and not to impress anyone else. Mainly, it is a time piece that should be worn and enjoyed. Appreciate the craftsmanship no matter what level you can afford, they all have their value. Again, thanks for sharing, good subject and great reminder.
+Craig Sekowski well said, thank you for the support Craig!
Wearing a Rolex for me is like reading a good book. It Is not for other people to look at, it is the culture and knowledge you’ve learned on that piece of engineering and what it represents in the history of man kind.
I thought you was going to tell us something you didn’t know already... I can’t believe I just watched this video
Hey bro, thanks for posting this. I'm glad I ran across this video. I really needed to hear this before I decide to take the dive myself.
So much truth to this video! I own a Rolex Submariner and a couple Grand Seikos. The Grand Seikos get more attention and the sub flies under the radar.
because seiko cant produce anything that isnt big, bold, and in your face. Even the snowflake is around 41mm and thats their quintessential dress watch.
My other Grand Seiko is 40mm, has a dark dial, and more a sleeper than the Snowflake. My thoughts are like bespoke suits and shoes the only people who will notice are those who understand the attention to detail.
@japanwatchconnection the Submariner is not exactly an exciting watch to be honest. Everyone has their own opinion I suppose; I enjoy the Snowflake.
To your point about no one caring. When I was younger I bought the Invicta pro diver that looked similar to the Rolex Sub. I knew what I was getting into with the Invicta but it surprised me how many ppl thought it was a Rolex despite the obvious differences. I didn’t care if it got scratched. So to your other point about wearing a larger priced watch on your wrist. I purchased a Baume et Mercier Capeland and quickly realized how cautious I was of my surroundings. It fades after awhile when you realize you have to enjoy these things.
If people get a negative impression because they see you're wearing a Rolex, it's usually not because there is a negative connotation with being financially successful. Instead, it's because it's sort of a vulgar display of wealth. In other words, people probably don't mind if someone is financially successful, but wearing a blingy symbol of your financial success might be considered distasteful and show a lack of modesty. I'm not saying I personally feel this way, I own a Rolex myself. In other words, there is a difference between disliking financial success and disliking people who show off financial success.
+chillwill120 that is a solid point that I didn’t consider. I think both are true and yeah, this totally does happen as well.
....very interesting point....
But interestingly, some of the same people that frown when seeing a Rolex don’t seem to have a problem with luxury cars. Somehow the car gets a pass.
very true, cars seem to get a pass
That also depends on what country you are in. Here, in the last Soviet Republic of Sweden, nobody would notice an expensive watch. But if you would have the audacity to show up in an expensive car, get ready to be judged...
Something very odd I have noticed with regards to luxury watches is as follows:
Many people believe a luxury watch is unnecessary and vulgar but these same people often drive Audis BMWs etc which in their class is similar to a luxury watch. But with one huge difference I could sell my Rolex and make the money back I paid for it & possibly make some money. If I try selling my Audi in 10 years I will be getting very little money back compared to what I paid for it. So in conclusion if someone who owns a luxury car doesn't understand why you would spend so much money on a watch just let them know how much their car won't be worth in a few years.
been using my Rolex for like 5-6 years never serviced still works fine. It broke the first week though and they repaired it for free.
@Praxedis Lindsey not really odd, some screw was loose the first week. Fixed it haven't serviced again since for 5-6 years.
Another fuckery comment
Dude you hit the nail on the head! I went from a basic citizen and a lower-end Seiko to my first datejust 41 two tone and at first I felt 2 feet taller when I wore it. But now I'm starting to realize that certain people think it's nice but most people don't notice the watch at all. Nonetheless I love it myself and that's all that matters to me. I'm thinking about buying something more mid-tier like a Speedmaster that would be my daily wear and honestly I might actually enjoy that one more than the date just :-) we'll see.
I own a Rolex sub c 2 years' also a breitling cockpit 4 years and a omega seamaster 300 for 20 years. No one has ever commented on any of them. Then again I do wear long sleeves all the time!
+jfdomega if I saw you I’d say something
Hopefully you must have enjoyed the watches you wore, and I guess that's what matters.
J. ANTHONY - I would do the same lol. I always make a comment to other watch guys about their nice watch
Cut your sleeves
John Dziki lol.😂
This is a very realistic video and thank you for making it. I'm one of those who've worked there way up to a Rolex and it was a President. For me, the experience was superior. It felt great on the wrist and I loved it, nothing else like it. However, I'm not a highly successful person though I did work in management. The president simply screams attention, everywhere I went, People instantly gravitated to my wrist and I did not like that. Another thing that's ever true is, never have a nicer watch than your boss so it's important to present ourselves according to our work atmosphere. As a word of advice, always purchase from a certified dealer and absolutely ask if they will send your Watch to Rolex for servicing. Many jewlers will service it in house if you don't ask and yes, charge you the $800 for servicing still. I ended up selling it for those very reasons, too bad, I really liked. Now I'm in the he market for a smart watch, times are changing, in 20 years, those nice mechanical watches will be paper weights. Thanks...
Exceptionally well thought out. I cannot afford a Rolex, I wear a basic SKX007 (Seiko) with the standard rubber strap. I have never had a better watch. It offends nobody (I worked in Construction). Other watches (especially Fashion) can really look out of place (for some people). On a job site - someone would make fun of you. A $65 grand truck ... no problem. A $1,500 tool... you may be considered cool. But wear a shiny Gold (or Silver) fashion watch.... and your friends will assume that you have a matching purse. Thanks for the video.
Kellington Link ... hahaha funny, but oh so true. Should you wanna dress up that 007 while taking your wife/gf out to dinner spend $60 or so on a Strapcode metal bracelet and you’re good to go. Then you’ll have all the bases covered. And nice selection... ISO6425 certified SKX007 is a great watch with great history.
Everyone’s different. The think is you shouldn’t care what other people think. Buying a Rolex should be for yourself not status. When you go home is when you realize that. It’s just you and the watch. If having a Rolex genuinely makes you happy then buy one! Status should not be the reason you make the purchase. Rolex’s are beautiful watches and should be considered a personal gift to yourself. Just helps remind you of what hard work gets you.
Such a great expose of the phychology attached to this pursuit of ours. It's never been a worse time to be extravagant. I think we should just wear our watch and shut up. The world is burning. Good video brother
Hey I have a SKX and i am cool ! :)
+John McKlane yep, I think that’s cool
@John McKlane So do I and so am I. 😎👍😄
SKX is a very cool watch to own. ⌚👍
I bought a somewhat "entry level" Rolex in 2017. I always wanted one and thought it was subtle and no one would notice what it was. In other words, it was for me, not anyone else. However I think people treat me better when I wear it. Is it my imagination? I don't know.
Is it bad that I prefer most Tudors over Rolexes? The BB 58 and GMT looks stunning, I wish Rolex experimented in design more but I guess that's what Tudor is for.
+Preeyen Mistry not at all, I love modern tudors
No, buy the watch YOU like and don't worry about what anybody else thinks.
I got a couple invicta watches not the clock sized ones, I wear one every day at work for my beater watch. Bought a couple watches on Evine.
@japanwatchconnection very close minded statement. I can afford much I love Tudor and Rolex.
Tudor is Rolex
I wear whatever I like regardless. I love Parnis, Tisell, Seiko, Orient, and even replicas. I hope the Asian market continues to improve quality because it's pretty decent now.
If you go into Omega instead of Rolex, I think most people will be happier. In Omega, you can see the movement, and the dials looks much more intricate especially since the AR coating on the crystal. You can see and understand where your money goes into much better than Rolex.
Cranking All Day maybe you will be happier.... why do you assume everyone else thinks like you?
@@MF-hq9mq I'm never said everyone. I used the word most. Because I'm sure that most people want to see the movement is they buy a 5K plus watch
Cranking All Day so wrong on so many level. I’ve owned both and now I own one watch. Sub c nodate. No comparison.
@@nezra3514 go ask out on the street... Right
Don’t buy Omega from a boutique. They will charge you a premium for any watch. Stick to grey market, save a thousand or two.
I know it's a 3 year old video, but regarding service.
The father of a friend of mine has a 1960s submariner, he bought it new. He used to work on oil rigs and according to him, pretty much all of them where wearing subs, also they were not as expensive back then as they are now.
He brings it every 10 years to a certified Rolex dealer for service and pays between € 390 and € 600 for it - the last service was this year, due Covid he didn't had it serviced last year, and it was a year overdue already, so 12 years, no service and it is his daily beater - and believe it looks like it.
He has it on a Nato straps as he was Bond fan, he had the original bracelet end 90s restorated and it is still in it's box unused.
I heard from some people who don't buy them as investment and use them, that up to 10 years seems to be not a problem and they keep time very good.
However, the GMT, due its complication I think has a 6 year service 'recomended' - but I don't remember where I did hear that...
Why didn't CBS pick this guy to play the new Magnum, P.I.?
Creative differences, scheduling conflicts, etc. Usual stuff.
I'm wearing my Rolex Deepsea today it makes me feel good about myself
I was in a restaurant a few days ago, one of the waiters was wearing a no date steel sub...
Was it fake?
fish and banana Chinese fake
That person likely works as a waiter because they want to. Not because they have too.
Pibbles 'n Bits shut up you imbecile !
Anyone is entitled to spend their earnings on whatever they desire. I have saved money alk of my life and bought 7 Rolex' which I am happy with.
Great video. Great points. It matters what you think, and not what others think.
My Rolex is for me dont give a toss about what next man thinking...
Unless he mugs you
Thank you so much
the people who disliked this video are the ones who bought a rolex without knowing these points lol
I am totally blown away by the difference between a Rolex and a Seiko or Steinhart for example.
I bought a BLNR a few years ago. I actually thought it would get noticed and that I would have to down play it. Truth is no one has commented on it. Thats ok. I bought the watch for me anyways.
+Madd Maxx bet you’re glad you own it. Those things are pretty cool. It’s rare Rolex gets playful with color
Agreed.
I owned my Submariner for 12 years and it got noticed and commented on probably twice!
I enjoyed it, without a doubt, but the best thing I ever did was sell as it opened up an entire new world of watchmaking and horological for me that wouldn’t have happened had I kept it.
I used to think timekeeping began and ended with Rolex. I was ignorant but quickly learnt that certainly wasn’t the case.
Madd Maxx Only ones with 18k gold attract attention especially from the females. The way it shimmers in the bright light leaves no doubt it's a genuine Rolex.....
Thank you for your advise, you are correct with your 5 comments.. I was considering buying a Submariner, so second thoughts, the required servicing costs are so expensive 😮
Rolex is a charity believe it or not.
The Hans Wilsdof foundation are the owners...a non for profit organisation.
Wilsdorf did that so that Rolex didn't have to pay taxes or disclose their financial records. It's a play on words and fools many people, but Wilsdorf was not a charitable man but a business man.
It's really telling about the Rolex leadership and their morals to be honest.
The great thing about the service is it costs the same no matter whether it's a little cleaning or a major overhaul. :D
I've had a Seiko MM300 for about a year now and your right, It's not a grand seiko but I can't imagine it gets that much better for thousands of dollars more. If you want to pay more it's because you want a better movement like the spring drive.
+CLO27 Yeah, the MM300 is a great watch!
The MM300 is a fantastic watch. However, I feel myself wanting to flip it to put money towards a Rolex... or possibly a Grand Seiko. I'm a big guy and sometimes it still feels like kind of a huge watch. It's great value for money, though!
Can't believe you thought you would be cool just because you had a rolex
I have a Datejust purchased in 1998. It has literally never been opened and sits on a winder and still keeps perfect time. I took it to an AD a while back for service and they told me if I am not having issues, let it run. We'll see how long it goes.
I borrowed my mates 93 rolex sub for a couple of days and oddly was not blown away? I missed my Aquaracer which was better quality.
+Sam Jep yeah, old 90s Rolex bracelets are pretty basic
+Sam Jep Aquaracer (like in Tag Heuer) better quality than a Rolex Sub? That was a funny one. Do you know more jokes like that? 🤣
@@jhmsmarttv795 its an unfair review of say a 93 sub to a 2014 Aquaracer automatic on quality a new sub compared to a tag no contest. I tried on a new Tudor Blackbay and they are pure high quality
Have you ever seen the bracelet on a 90's Rolex Sub? They are rattly garbage.
@@thestig007 as ive discovered
As a Rolex owner I completely agree with everything you have said. Sound advice.
I wore fake rolex subs for awhile...and everybody thought it was real...then I bought my first rolex sub..no date...and everybody said it was fake..get a load of that HA. Was it worth it?...in the long run...like 20,yrs maybe...if you decide to sell...other than than that NO its not worth paying all that money. Rolex is not an investment period...just a cool watch to wear.
Selwyn Katz please shut the fuck up how the fuck will people call the fake real and the real fake I hate people like you
you bought a 8-10k watch under the wrong circumstances then. Thats not the watch's fault its your own.
@@gamerslust6533 people will be people..it's a human fault... Its called jealousy. Enjoy your Rolex .
@@Adb07d ofcourse you are right.. I was a lot younger then... And out to impress...only to be disappointed at the same time..HA.. Enjoy your Rolex.
@1BadMr then you have a shitty bank mate.
Great comments as always J. I say buy what you want, wear what you want, as a watch, but not as a badge. Don’t expect others to like what you like, or be impressed, because most people don’t care.
i buy all my rolex watches from a guy named vinnie boom bots
I bought a reconditioned Submariner 5513 in 1988. It was actually made in 1970. 660’/200M. After seeing Goldfinger and Sean Connery wearing a Submariner I made my mind up to buy one when I could afford it. Great watch!
I love Invicta watches. I really hope the watch community can love and respect me for this.
Good one!
I will respect you.as a Rolex sub owner for 18yrs I think the Pro-divers series from invicta sporting the Seiko NH35II movement is fantastic(4R35 Seiko)I own 3 of the OB versions.8926/9094/8223.would I buy the rest of their ridicuous giant wrist cocks,hell no.great buy at 85.00.
Your watch is for you , it is a reminder that you achieved something and your wearing a badge of your current success level, so just enjoy your watch wear what you like . Great video it was needed 👌.
Spring drive.
Stealth Wealth.
NimsChannel try reselling that Seiko. Hahahaha. Only the pretentious will argue about the merit behind acuracy of mechanical watches. Besides, I love resetting times on my mechanical watches. Otherwise wear a fucking Casio.
@@nezra3514 Yea and only losers like you who are so miserable in real life that they have to reply to every fucking comment on here either bashing them or stating you have what is an entry level 8k Rolex Sub.... Just like you're bashing this guy, I could shit on you with my Nautilus (or anyone else that has a more expensive watch than 8k). Get off your high horse with your minimum pay job, everyone has their own tastes and likes their own watches. Not everyone is the prototypical bro and wants a Sub.
@@nezra3514 nothing says I'm a cheap bastard like caring about resell value of a watch you own. When you buy something you can actually afford, you buy it for your own consumption. Not for the next guy. I dont think about the resell value of my shirts when I buy them. Maybe you should buy something more in your price range if you have to worry about making money back on reselling it
Nez Ram Did a Boss who sacked you wear a GS spring drive or something? Lot of anger there ...
I have a slide rule to sell you, the slide rule is handmade with 14 K gold, tested for 1 month for accuracy. All components are made in house with special fabrication, unlike those cheap electronic calculators. You only have to send your slide rule into our factory once every 5 years for cleaning at a cost of $1000. If you don't use the slide rule for more than a day or two, you have to put it on a balancer to keep the sliding movement as smooth as possible. The slide rule only costs you $20,000 and everyone will recognize it when you carry it with you or when you use it. Sounds familiar?????????????????????? This is how Rolex market their products!
I would buy a Grand Seiko way before a Rolex.
Grand Seiko is great watch but their case sizes of their dive watches are ridiculous.
@japanwatchconnection You prefer having an inferior movement? Good for you now everybody will ask you if it's real or fake lol
@japanwatchconnection The Seiko spring drive movement is a lot more accurate than any rolex movement you can find.. The spring drive will gain or lose 5 seconds in a month as the Rolex will gain or lose 20 seconds a month.. I'm not making this up go check it out.
@japanwatchconnection I have a titanium GS diver and it's more comfortable and light than any watch that i ever wore.. I will agree with you on the Z Blue Milgauss it's a stunning watch and i also love the Daytona's like everybody else.. I don't hate Rolex but i think you get more quality for your money with a GS.
@japanwatchconnection If I were to buy a Rolex it would likely be the Milgauss Z-Blue. It's a great looking watch that doesn't scream ROLEX. My next watch purchase will be Spring Drive GMT (with the rotating bezel). I have a large enough wrist to wear it and thing it's one of the classiest GMT watches out there. The Rolex GMT doesn't even come close.
“We probably wouldn't worry about what people think of us if we could know how seldom they do.” ~ Olin Miller
06:09 You seem smart enough that you should see that the politics of envy are being heavily pushed in Churches, Schools, Media, Politics.
+Atomic Bean that would be a fun topic to dig into but I don’t this channel would be the proper outlet. The psychology of organizations and societies is fascinating to me...
You should start a second channel!
Regarding quartz movements: a watch maker told me the movements on many of the high end watches are via oligopolies where the movements do not vary much. Charging 600-1000 for a service is absurd. If one pays 10k 20k or 30k for a watch.... service should be included life time. We are not dealing with a Lambo if it's a quartz movement
Ah... BS click-bait from the rich guy again.
LOL.
Tomasina Covell You really are a bitter and cynical person.
"You really are a bitter and cynical person" -- I think he was rather jokingly demonstrating J's points.
Germany is a strange place. I was playing 8 Ball with my buddy and next to us some kids were playing too. I've have a habit of checking wrists for interesting watches so I look at the young fellow which had this really well reflecting piece of steel on his hand. I wasn't sure but was thinking something in the line ''no way that kid has a rolex submariner new''. So I said to my buddy: - ''I think that kid wears a rolex''. He replied; -''Just ask''. So I went up, said I collect watches, asked if it was a submariner and the young man was kinda stunned. He showed me his wrist and yeah it was a sub. I said my thanks and carried on thinking... what a rich country, gonna get somewhere here :)
Felt the same when I was able to afford a E series Merc as when I was able to by a Datejust Jubilee !
Content !
On to the next one on the bucket list !!
Is it true that they are registered as a charity,therefore don't pay taxes?
Awesome video as always. That's my main problem with buying a Rolex just like any other watch I buy. Eventually, it just turns into a regular really expensive watch. And I don't even want to think about banging into something.
+Jose Blanco Rolex are pretty tough, but that is the reason I’m afraid of AP, Patek or other dress watches. I think I expect them to be delicate and my lifestyle is too rough for them
Money doesn't buy you happiness but I would still buy and keep a rolex.
Thank you for sharing your wisdom JAnthony and I agree with pretty much everything you said. I think the one thing to add is the watch you are wearing should make you smile inside. If it does then that contributes to your inner happiness, which is cooler than any watch you could ever buy. Despite all the challenges we face in life, we should always invest in being decent individuals with inner peace and contentment. That gives the most beautiful and powerful returns in life
VW Phaeton is such a nice car. Wish they still made em. So rare.
Does a Seiko include karat gold hands and dial surrounds like a modern Rolex or do Seikos use 904L steel? Seikos don’t even hold value like Rolex either...Don’t get me wrong, Seikos are awesome watches and there’s nothing wrong with them but I think Rolexes are just not comparable really, just different price points. Basically you get what you pay for.
I have four Rolex watches: Milguass (whit dial), Explorer 1, Air King (white dial) and Explorer 2 with date. When I wear one of these four watches, no one has mentioned to me what kind of jewelry I am wearing which I enjoy, not being noticed. I wear them because they look nice and feel great on the wrist.
When I see a grown man wear an apple watch I just feel bad for the dude..Now a Rolex or Omega is special
2019 Rolex Sea Dweller 2 tone gold, hard to get this time but once you have it, it'll be forever on your wrist.
john smith I just got one from the AD. Waited just under 7 weeks. Not bad.
Rolex thieves will notice it! So if you buy it craving attention you might just get it.
Excellent video 👍
I've NEVER owned one - am thinking about buying one as a gift and browsed through some forums to get my feet wet (so to speak). One thing that stood out to me was that some people wanted to buy a specific rolex and they would bring other people with them who were also buying a rolex. They did this to increase the likelihood that the dealer would actually LOOK for the specific watch they wanted.
I've never experienced a buying process like the one I saw described on the forums and I'm just curious if it's accurate, and if there are any other weird things I can expect when I make my first purchase.
Wise words. Thanks for posting.
Why to buy a rolex- even if you're rich:
1. they hold their value in any part of the world- especially the sport/submariner models....meaning.....
2. You can emergency pawn in a Rolex for a consistent amount of cash any part of the world even if you don't have anything else on you- can be used as a last ditch survival trade.....try that with other luxury watches that people don't know about (but could cost more than the Rolex......).
3. Also resale value is good if you get bored of a Rolex/your gf ditches you and the watch makes you think of her....
PS, I wear a cheaper Saiko/no watch most of the time.
I was gifted a Rolex Sub No Date and I'm a college freshmen. Everytime I wear it I know alot of people think it's fake. I'm just going to stick to my sick Seiko right now !
A real watch enthusiast doesn't see Rolex as a status symbol, doesn't care what other people say. He just loves to see it on his wrist. For me the Rolex Submariner ref. 6538 or the ref. 5512/5513 are the ultimate and most iconic tool watches. You feel like James Bond, or Steve Mc Queen wearing them. No other watch can do that. And if you want something which combines a tool watch with luxury, then a GMT ref. 1675 for sure... I'm wearing my 1965 gilt dial ref. 5513 everyday for about 4 years and still looking at it on my wrist every 10 to 15 minutes
5:51 - This is actually one of the reasons why i've bought a Cellini over a GMT-Master. I've had people say that i only wear cheap "50+ watches", probably because the only other watch that i wear is a Portofino and oddly enough this made me feel pretty good.
What about how they’ll sometimes switch out original parts when you send them in for servicing? Can’t that potentially devalue a watch?
whats the best quality watch brand from $200 to $300, seiko?
I disagree with your first two points. I bought a brand new omega seamaster which was very nice, but when I put on my first Rolex, it was a completely different feeling. And secondly, I think it does make me feel good to wear it, not because of how other people look at me, I could care less if they see it, and I actually prefer that people don’t know. But I appreciate the quality and craftsmanship and it reminds me that I saved my money and treated myself