I saw a chap wearing this watch on a train and it’s true that you’d never know it’s massive money unless you know your watches. In real life that blue really wasn’t as vivid as it seems on screen and the lovely soft tonal quality of the white gold with polished centre links looked very cool. It’s beyond the reach of most watch collectors so the exclusivity must give you somewhat of a frisson. Nice watch. I don’t so much care for the new version however.
I'd say it's MORE vivid in real life... I actually didn't like it when I played with one at an AD, far TOO blue, would be nice if a darker blue. Still want it though.
😍😍😍My second favorite Submariner after the 6536. Absolutely love this blue lady. This is the kind of magic stuff which makes me come back to the Channel every Sunday.
Stealth wealth at its finest. Again another great acquisition for your collection. However, the polished center links are a bit much for a seeming utility watch.
The smurf has always been my secret crush, my unspoken grail. The ultimate blue watch. That blue has just something so... poetic about it... like an Yves Klein painting.
had the smurf in my hands in Feb 2020 and decided on the yacht master (Ref 126622). I liked both for the same reason, hardly anyone has them. but the YM was more attractive...$$$$... now that I've got the YM...if any AD still has the smurf I'm taking it off their hands!
Not at all. It’s not a waste. It’s sensational 🎉 I own one as well…. White gold is so gorgeous, it gives you the feel and weight of gold, but is more subtle.
That's a very nice submariner, Damian. But the star of the show (for me at least) is the Kurono by Asaoka san 😀 huge fan of his work and can't wait for the review of it. Great content as always 👍
You should get the Yachtmaster 2 in yellow gold for your precious metal collection next 👌🏽, beautiful history Lesson and story telling, keep bringing in context this channel is great 👍🏽
I love the matte blue dial on the smurf. A lot of the yellow gold or two tone blue dial submariners seem super glossy and shiny almost. The matte blue is just much more elegant.
it's not matte on the Smurf, it's as glossy as the Bezel. The Yellow and most of the 2 tones have the "sunburst" blue dials, some earlier ones have the "Smurf" dial. ua-cam.com/video/EnzgYawtznA/v-deo.html
@@Low-KeyCollector yep your correct my lingo was wrong but that’s exactly what I meant I prefer the glossy dial over the sunburst for the blue dial submariner
This is the most stunning Rolex dial and bezel colour IMO. I'm amazed they haven't brought it out in a steel case thus making it far more accessible... and much more popular. (Audi's new turbo blue).
@4.34 Sorry to be pedantic, however the "Glide Lock" clasp on the Submariner has 10 adjustments of 2mm... The "Easy Link" clasp has the 5mm adjustment.
I do love the extra heft of a white gold sub compared to the stainless model. While I appreciate the smurf I prefer the less flash blue/black model. I was also never a fan of the maxi case and feel Rolex cheaped out and cut corners with releasing that odd case. The same way they reused the small hands from the 36mm Explorer on the 39mm model when it was first released. After people complained they installed the properly proportioned hands in later models.
White gold is so pretty. It's got such a nice warmth and softness. Maybe a bit sentimental because it reminds me of the wedding rings. Gold is such an amazing substance in general.
The Smurf’s a fabulous addition to your superb Rolex collection and nice to see it’s been well worn as all your watches seem to be. Keep up your great down to earth content👍🙂
@@TheWatchGuysTV I’d buy a White Gold ‘Smurf’ Damien if still available at retail but bought a 2009 116613 ‘Bluesy’ last week with the Flat Blue ‘Smurf’ Dial. The Sunburst is beautiful but the combination of this dial + gold text is 🤩 A regular client of a Rolex AD returned it unworn, partially stickered in part-ex complete with Box & unsigned/undated Warranty Card. I wasn’t planning on buying a watch that day but thought ‘Where will I find another?’. It’s running well within COSC Specs gaining less than 1 second/day - amazing for an unserviced 13 year old 3135 movement👍🙂
Yes of course it’s an extravagant watch, but it looks great, I love the blue bezel and dial. But the point I like is that most people would think it’s Steel, but you know it’s White Gold, enjoy !
Finally, just purchased one. Held off like so many waiting for Rolex to introduce it in steel, but now with the new Subs introduced it probably, if it does, won’t happen for another 5-10 years. I feel the all green Hulk and the all blue Smurf are more special than the new black dial Iterations.
An entertaining video, but I'd like to make a correction for the history portion: Rolex Submariners did not have unidirectional bezels until 1979. That is because Blancpain had the patent on that innovation, and Rolex had to wait until that patent expired before they could put it on the Sub.
I had this watch. Sold it, wasn’t totally convinced with the blue dial. I also found that it scratched very easily which got annoying. But I can see why you’d want it in your collection.
Yep a great watch ..... just purchased the yellow gold 2021 version from my local AD , the Smurf if I could get one would be my next purchase. By the way love the content keep it coming. Thought the Japanese watch was horrible... sorry
I love that piece. I saw one in a store when prices were low. I wish i would have bought it when it was lower value. Happy you got your now hoping prices will fall a bit so i can get mine.
From all the pictures I've ogled at, the original smurf and indeed the hulk looks so much more cohesive than the kermit and new 2020 Mrs smurf. Is the blue similar to the Pelogos hue, as its looks so vibrant?
i have a smurf i put it on a blue everest rubber strap..I really like it now and find myself wearing it a lot more! not as heavy- don't have to worry about the bracelet getting scratched so easily! beautiful watch, but i like my blue two tone sub way more!
Question, on your first video there were two of you but I haven’t seen him in any other vids, is it just you now? Maybe I missed an explanation but I’m always like, where’s the other dude’s watches lol.
I managed to acquire a practically unworn 2010 'Smurf' a couple of years ago at a bargain price. I love the watch and wasn't considering selling it but I've been offered a part-exchange for another watch I've had my eye on, the blue dial WG Daytona 116509. Since the value of the discontinued 'Smurf' has gone up recently the deal for the 2017 Daytona seems hard to ignore! I know you own both models so I wonder if you could only keep one, which would you keep of the two?
That's a good question. I probably would keep the Smurf as I prefer it to wear and it's more of a "wow" watch. The Daytona is lovely, but it's sooooo subtle that the dial barely even looks blue. So it's quite underwhelming to wear.
@@TheWatchGuysTV Thanks for your opinion. I would probably regret letting the Sub go in any case. - It's funny how when you think you've got your grail watch, another one turns up to tempt you. 🤦♂️
An only tangentially related question: What's your best guess as to whether the new sub format(slightly larger case diameter, shaved down lugs, slightly wider lug/link width) will soon be carried over to the GMTs? So---R.I.P. the Super Case...
It's a bold watch, but I struggle to justify it over the standard / classic Sub, which in my eyes is perfection. The Z Blue Milgauss on the other hand, gets me a bit 'fizzy'! What are your thoughts on the ZB Milgauss?
great vid, I love the Sub, I have a SS one with usual black bezel but not sure about the blue, prefer the black dial and blue bezel I reckon. Anyway lovely watch
It’s a beautiful piece of jewelry. Black dials are all over Roles and boring. I bought a Smurf in 2018 and love it. I will never sell. It goes to my son-in- law assuming he stays married!!
I prefer the Kermit to the Hulk and I prefer the new version (I think people are calling it the Cookie Monster) to the Smurf. The Hulk is too green and the Smurf is just too blue for me and I feel that the black dial is needed if the bezel is so colourful.
love it ! going to try on my first rolex this weekend hopefully ill leave with a 2019 two tone sub blck face i cant find the blue face ! 13,500 us im excited it my 35th bday !!!! they also have a 41m date sub but they want 13 us too much
@thesatchguysTV I’ve been given a opportunity to press the button before Christmas on a brand new black faced current version, of the replacement for the Smurf. It’s from my local AD. I know it’s subjective to peoples visual opinion but I value your over-all opinion and thoughts, if you’d be so kind……..? Ironically the end of year sketch, now you’ve said it is probably why I’m been offered it. The list has risen dramatically by a about a 6th I reckon sine your purchase…….I’m not buying as a investment but I don’t think this is going to perform as well in the money stakes at the Yacht Master or Royal Oak tbh, like I said it’s not about that but I’d rather not loose 10k or so if possible. Heeeelllllpppp?
I’s a beautiful watch and if you have the money and are comfortable spending it, I would say it’s a great choice. I’ve only not got one because I have the original, but I would definitely have one if I didn’t . However, go in with your eyes open. - £34k is a lot of money - you would lose £5k if you needed to sell it - they are selling at 3rd party retail for the same as list - so no premium - we are in tough economic times So it all depends how big your spare reserves are and how important £34k in cash is to your family. The white golds are very much a super luxury item that looks just like steel but costs 3x. If you have the money then you’ll love it, and it will also increase your stature within the AD, so use it as a stepping stone to getting a Daytona, which will be worth more than RRP and will act as a hedge against any losses on the Smurf.
I like the blue dial of white gold Daytona much more. Imo, it is a better shade of blue (just the right tone), probably the best blue shade of Rolex. But nevertheless enjoy your smurf in good health 👍
It’s a chocolate tea pot a ash try for a motorcycle. A product that will never be used for its purpose. I have a Black bay blue though and I will be buggered if I’m taking it in the ocean. And I do go diving!
I saw a chap wearing this watch on a train and it’s true that you’d never know it’s massive money unless you know your watches. In real life that blue really wasn’t as vivid as it seems on screen and the lovely soft tonal quality of the white gold with polished centre links looked very cool. It’s beyond the reach of most watch collectors so the exclusivity must give you somewhat of a frisson. Nice watch. I don’t so much care for the new version however.
I'd say it's MORE vivid in real life... I actually didn't like it when I played with one at an AD, far TOO blue, would be nice if a darker blue. Still want it though.
For me this is the most beautiful modern Submariner
😍😍😍My second favorite Submariner after the 6536. Absolutely love this blue lady.
This is the kind of magic stuff which makes me come back to the Channel every Sunday.
Stealth wealth at its finest. Again another great acquisition for your collection. However, the polished center links are a bit much for a seeming utility watch.
The smurf has always been my secret crush, my unspoken grail. The ultimate blue watch. That blue has just something so... poetic about it... like an Yves Klein painting.
Agree entirely
had the smurf in my hands in Feb 2020 and decided on the yacht master (Ref 126622). I liked both for the same reason, hardly anyone has them. but the YM was more attractive...$$$$...
now that I've got the YM...if any AD still has the smurf I'm taking it off their hands!
Not at all. It’s not a waste. It’s sensational 🎉 I own one as well…. White gold is so gorgeous, it gives you the feel and weight of gold, but is more subtle.
The blue just pops, very eye-catching. 😍
Rolex just draws me in. Cant help it. I see, I watch.
This is the most interesting Rolex Submariner along with Hulk. But for blue diver I think Tudor Pelagos is the most beautiful watch.
That's a very nice submariner, Damian. But the star of the show (for me at least) is the Kurono by Asaoka san 😀 huge fan of his work and can't wait for the review of it. Great content as always 👍
Jan,
Ditto. 👌👏👏👏
That Kurono by Asoaka san took my breath away. 🙏
I couldn't give a stuff about 'the Smurf'.
You should get the Yachtmaster 2 in yellow gold for your precious metal collection next 👌🏽, beautiful history Lesson and story telling, keep bringing in context this channel is great 👍🏽
I love the matte blue dial on the smurf. A lot of the yellow gold or two tone blue dial submariners seem super glossy and shiny almost. The matte blue is just much more elegant.
it's not matte on the Smurf, it's as glossy as the Bezel. The Yellow and most of the 2 tones have the "sunburst" blue dials, some earlier ones have the "Smurf" dial.
ua-cam.com/video/EnzgYawtznA/v-deo.html
@@Low-KeyCollector yep your correct my lingo was wrong but that’s exactly what I meant I prefer the glossy dial over the sunburst for the blue dial submariner
@@nikhilmathur6042 😉👍
Love it. I have the hulk. Not to keen on the new versions of the green and blue bezel Subs
This is the most stunning Rolex dial and bezel colour IMO. I'm amazed they haven't brought it out in a steel case thus making it far more accessible... and much more popular. (Audi's new turbo blue).
I think the idea is that if Rolex brought it out in Steel, it would massively piss off all the existing Smurf owners.
@4.34 Sorry to be pedantic, however the "Glide Lock" clasp on the Submariner has 10 adjustments of 2mm... The "Easy Link" clasp has the 5mm adjustment.
I do love the extra heft of a white gold sub compared to the stainless model. While I appreciate the smurf I prefer the less flash blue/black model. I was also never a fan of the maxi case and feel Rolex cheaped out and cut corners with releasing that odd case. The same way they reused the small hands from the 36mm Explorer on the 39mm model when it was first released. After people complained they installed the properly proportioned hands in later models.
Really like the blue bezel, black face one
White gold is so pretty. It's got such a nice warmth and softness. Maybe a bit sentimental because it reminds me of the wedding rings. Gold is such an amazing substance in general.
I totally agree!
Love it, want it , could never afford it.
Enjoy the channel, thanks for all your efforts.
Another great video but I always wonder why the gloves for unboxovision as you don’t come across as someone who would use them at any other time.
The Smurf’s a fabulous addition to your superb Rolex collection and nice to see it’s been well worn as all your watches seem to be. Keep up your great down to earth content👍🙂
Thank you kindly
@@TheWatchGuysTV I’d buy a White Gold ‘Smurf’ Damien if still available at retail but bought a 2009 116613 ‘Bluesy’ last week with the Flat Blue ‘Smurf’ Dial. The Sunburst is beautiful but the combination of this dial + gold text is 🤩 A regular client of a Rolex AD returned it unworn, partially stickered in part-ex complete with Box & unsigned/undated Warranty Card. I wasn’t planning on buying a watch that day but thought ‘Where will I find another?’. It’s running well within COSC Specs gaining less than 1 second/day - amazing for an unserviced 13 year old 3135 movement👍🙂
Yes of course it’s an extravagant watch, but it looks great, I love the blue bezel and dial.
But the point I like is that most people would think it’s Steel, but you know it’s White Gold, enjoy !
Only the wearer knows... because their arm aches :)
This watch I bought at least 8 times buy in sell buy in sell. Last year I buy back and keep its unique I feel nicer than the newer smurf 👍
Nice watch, nice video and nice box for your 8 rolexes 🙂 Do you have any more info on the box? Big thank you on beforehand!
Off course it's a "needlessly extravagant purchase". Stealth bling. That's what makes it so cool.
Can’t argue with any watch you buy actually :D So I’ve got to give a thumbs up for the Smurf too 👍🏻
Great video! Looking forward to seeing you get into some independents and haute horological!
A white gold Pelagos, congrats 🥳. J/K, awesome piece and stunning precious metal Rolex collection OMG 😮
Finally, just purchased one. Held off like so many waiting for Rolex to introduce it in steel, but now with the new Subs introduced it probably, if it does, won’t happen for another 5-10 years. I feel the all green Hulk and the all blue Smurf are more special than the new black dial Iterations.
At retial? Or market?.... congrats!
An entertaining video, but I'd like to make a correction for the history portion: Rolex Submariners did not have unidirectional bezels until 1979. That is because Blancpain had the patent on that innovation, and Rolex had to wait until that patent expired before they could put it on the Sub.
Thanks, Dan, I knew there was something I needed to fix
Fantastic looking watch. Never really considered it before watching this video. Nice !
I had this watch. Sold it, wasn’t totally convinced with the blue dial. I also found that it scratched very easily which got annoying. But I can see why you’d want it in your collection.
Yep a great watch ..... just purchased the yellow gold 2021 version from my local AD , the Smurf if I could get one would be my next purchase. By the way love the content keep it coming. Thought the Japanese watch was horrible... sorry
I love that piece. I saw one in a store when prices were low. I wish i would have bought it when it was lower value. Happy you got your now hoping prices will fall a bit so i can get mine.
A platinum day/date with ice blue dial would fill that empty 8th cushion in your case nicely!
Stop it! :)
Never really been a fan of the Smurf...But I can definitely see the appeal!
It’s a beast. Congrats! Love the buying stories btw, 👌
From all the pictures I've ogled at, the original smurf and indeed the hulk looks so much more cohesive than the kermit and new 2020 Mrs smurf.
Is the blue similar to the Pelogos hue, as its looks so vibrant?
Can’t argue with a Smurf !
Your videos are different class! The Smurf will become a classic in the future!
Thank you
Love it, will have to be content with my BB58 Blue for the time being but the Smurf is definitely on the wish list
Good choice!
Tudor Pelagia has an all blue too.
i have a smurf i put it on a blue everest rubber strap..I really like it now and find myself wearing it a lot more! not as heavy- don't have to worry about the bracelet getting scratched so easily! beautiful watch, but i like my blue two tone sub way more!
That's a great tip - I bet it looks stunning
Will be down as one of the greats in the future. Grabbed mine in July with the new card!
Nice
I know this video is old but just to clarify the old Subs have bi-directional rotating bezels.
i caught my own jaw dropping, thanks for sharing!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Congrats!!! It reminds me of Tudor pelogos in Titanium same Blue.
I also want this new, from an AD, for under 30K.
Question, on your first video there were two of you but I haven’t seen him in any other vids, is it just you now? Maybe I missed an explanation but I’m always like, where’s the other dude’s watches lol.
Amazing watch, we also managed to get one in 2020. It was great feeling to make the plunge and get it, especially as it became discontinued.
Nice review, but wondering who is the other watch guy? TheWatchGuy’s.
It's everyone
I managed to acquire a practically unworn 2010 'Smurf' a couple of years ago at a bargain price.
I love the watch and wasn't considering selling it but I've been offered a part-exchange for another watch I've had my eye on, the blue dial WG Daytona 116509. Since the value of the discontinued 'Smurf' has gone up recently the deal for the 2017 Daytona seems hard to ignore!
I know you own both models so I wonder if you could only keep one, which would you keep of the two?
That's a good question. I probably would keep the Smurf as I prefer it to wear and it's more of a "wow" watch. The Daytona is lovely, but it's sooooo subtle that the dial barely even looks blue. So it's quite underwhelming to wear.
@@TheWatchGuysTV Thanks for your opinion. I would probably regret letting the Sub go in any case. - It's funny how when you think you've got your grail watch, another one turns up to tempt you. 🤦♂️
Jonathan B exactly, it’s consequential.
Beautiful watch. That original submariner with the black face was stunning too. Very very classy.
No, the black dial is the new one. But you’re right - both v classy
The new bluesy 41 model 2020 is on another level. Sublime just Sublime
Well presented and not biased just cause you own one
Cheers, James
An only tangentially related question: What's your best guess as to whether the new sub format(slightly larger case diameter, shaved down lugs, slightly wider lug/link width) will soon be carried over to the GMTs?
So---R.I.P. the Super Case...
It's a bold watch, but I struggle to justify it over the standard / classic Sub, which in my eyes is perfection. The Z Blue Milgauss on the other hand, gets me a bit 'fizzy'! What are your thoughts on the ZB Milgauss?
I'm not a big fan, strangely. I prefer the white dial, orange markers Milgauss
@@TheWatchGuysTV is that because the white’s been discontinued?! Yes, I’m a fan of TheCarGuys too!
We’d all love one them beautiful watch’s if you don’t you must be nuts lol !!! Love it
Bought it as well. Super great watch. My fav Rolex along sea-dweller (for being cyclops free)
Lovely watch! Does the Smurf light up in dark?
For a short while it does yes..
It’s an awesome piece I’ve often tussled with the idea of purchasing one just never had the bottle to pull the trigger congratulations awesome ⌚️💙👌🏻
Yes I was the same
@@TheWatchGuysTV great PM collection Damian. What if the rainbow Daytona became available to you from the AD, would you pull the trigger ?
Beautiful watch mate, enjoy it.
I got a smurf form oxfam £2 cheap got a watch from argos tells the time great by the sound of it l got a great deal
Hi Damien, do you still own this? What do you think to the new black dial one? Thinking about it…
Yes I do. I think the new one is great. I don't own one, but it pops on the wrist.
great vid, I love the Sub, I have a SS one with usual black bezel but not sure about the blue, prefer the black dial and blue bezel I reckon. Anyway lovely watch
It’s a beautiful piece of jewelry. Black dials are all over Roles and boring. I bought a Smurf in 2018 and love it. I will never sell. It goes to my son-in- law assuming he stays married!!
Simply gorgeous man!
Love the blue dual but nothing else!
Another great video Damian , keep them coming mate
Thanks 👍
Subscribed. Just love the watch and the blue colour. Love from a distance lol.
Welcome aboard, David
Stunning!!
I prefer the Kermit to the Hulk and I prefer the new version (I think people are calling it the Cookie Monster) to the Smurf. The Hulk is too green and the Smurf is just too blue for me and I feel that the black dial is needed if the bezel is so colourful.
love it ! going to try on my first rolex this weekend hopefully ill leave with a 2019 two tone sub blck face i cant find the blue face ! 13,500 us im excited it my 35th bday !!!! they also have a 41m date sub but they want 13 us too much
Please tell me how you can tell the difference between steel and white gold on this watch
Only the weight, and a slight difference in luster.
Love it as much as your next buy (I hope) a CGT. :) :)
Nice watch. Wear it in good health.
Amazing review by the way… Love your videos…
Thanks so much!
Dry well presented
Lovely piece
Happy New Year, fab video, fab watch.
Thank you! You too!
Smart investment
just got this really nice
Love it! Great video, cheers.
Awesome watch
What box is that!? I need a new 8/10 watch box
Great piece, would look really good sat next to a GMT Meteorite in that box....
I've never really liked the meteorite
Shame, never seen one in person but thought it looked stunning in the sun on Watch Eric’s channel.
I got one…I love it
That's a awesome looking watch damien very awesome 👌
Amazing
@thesatchguysTV I’ve been given a opportunity to press the button before Christmas on a brand new black faced current version, of the replacement for the Smurf. It’s from my local AD. I know it’s subjective to peoples visual opinion but I value your over-all opinion and thoughts, if you’d be so kind……..?
Ironically the end of year sketch, now you’ve said it is probably why I’m been offered it. The list has risen dramatically by a about a 6th I reckon sine your purchase…….I’m not buying as a investment but I don’t think this is going to perform as well in the money stakes at the Yacht Master or Royal Oak tbh, like I said it’s not about that but I’d rather not loose 10k or so if possible.
Heeeelllllpppp?
I’s a beautiful watch and if you have the money and are comfortable spending it, I would say it’s a great choice.
I’ve only not got one because I have the original, but I would definitely have one if I didn’t .
However, go in with your eyes open.
- £34k is a lot of money
- you would lose £5k if you needed to sell it
- they are selling at 3rd party retail for the same as list - so no premium
- we are in tough economic times
So it all depends how big your spare reserves are and how important £34k in cash is to your family.
The white golds are very much a super luxury item that looks just like steel but costs 3x. If you have the money then you’ll love it, and it will also increase your stature within the AD, so use it as a stepping stone to getting a Daytona, which will be worth more than RRP and will act as a hedge against any losses on the Smurf.
Love it!
Damian is loaded!
Simply king 👑
This is an off-topic question: Do you know Van der gang watches? if yes, what do you think about it?
No, I have no knowledge of them
I like the blue dial of white gold Daytona much more. Imo, it is a better shade of blue (just the right tone), probably the best blue shade of Rolex. But nevertheless enjoy your smurf in good health 👍
I love it
First. Long live the Smurf!
It’s a chocolate tea pot a ash try for a motorcycle. A product that will never be used for its purpose. I have a Black bay blue though and I will be buggered if I’m taking it in the ocean. And I do go diving!
Another excellent choice ; )
Glad you think so!
wow, the engraving at 12 o clock is off centered..
Yeah you're right. Shame.