Bi Metal vs Steel
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- Опубликовано: 4 окт 2024
- Dylan of Bijou Diamond Jewellery compares Bi Metal and Steel using the iconic Rolex Submariner (ref. 114060) (ref. 116613LB). He talks through the price variations (retail and aftermarket) and the different characteristics of the metals when machined into watches. Stay tuned for more watch reviews.
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Brilliant and informative video. You're the first person i've seen to make those price comparisons, especially the resale values. I've worn my two-tone Blue Sub for 4 years now and the only real scratches are on the gold band on the clasp. The case, crystal and bezel are practically unscathed. Rolex make tough mudder watches in any material!! Keep up the great work Dylan.
I love the two tone blustery. I have of those too.
The two tone sub is the most awesome watch ever made😎🇬🇧
100% in blue tho
blue 2 tone..... it's the only choice. I NEVER DID UNDERSTAND THE POPULARITY OF DAYTONA. NOBODY TODAY WOULD EVER USE IT TO JUDGE A CAR RACE!!??
Preferably steel but my favorite watch at the moment is the bi-metal GMT rootbeer
I agree. Best Rolex and new model plus 70hr length with new movement
For me too the only bi Met is the rootbeer
The gmt 126711CHNR root beer is the best ever 2 tone rolex 🚀 🚀 🚀
Great video! The bi-metal Sub in blue is beautiful. Even in black its attractive too, but more of a premium to own and like you said, is more prone to scratches and dressier watch. The Stainless Steel model is more versatile , understated and right now, more popular and has a higher resale value if you would want to sell it. However, I would never want to be in that position where I would have to do that. These watches are keepers. To be worn and enjoyed during your lifetime and passed down to next generation.
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I own both a 5 digit steel Submariner and blue dial bi-metal Submariner, have always been in love with the blue dial and if money wasn't an issue would buy the solid white gold blue dial Sub! Love the channel..
I have a Bluesy Ceramic. I think it is the perfect watch because it has the beauty of gold with the usability of steel protecting the outside of the watch.
McKinley Stephens Agreed.
I have it also, its a bit flashy, but very beautiful
Many people think the bluesy is flashy, totally disagreed. If you like a Rolex, whether it is gold, bi metal or steel, wear it because you love it and own it!
McKinley Stephens Do you find that your Bluesy receives a lot of comments / attention?
Joe S Only positive comments! Mostly people who know what it is and admire the watch’s beauty. Such a cool watch and definitely my most worn and favorite watch of all time. Can’t praise the bluesy enough. Cheers!
I adore the two-toned bluesy sub. When I see it on a man’s wrist, he instantly becomes better looking.
I went with the bluesy. I know a few people with the black sub and see it quite often, great watch don’t get me wrong, but the bluesy is special, something you don’t often see. Its definitely flashy, but beautiful. They sell quick, i called several sellers, and missed out, almost gave up and was going to go with a GMT. Also to the people who say 2 tone buyers cant afford solid, its a bit ridiculous, if you can afford $12k on a watch, we can definitely afford extra for a solid peace. In my case solid is a bit over the top, something i don’t want to worry about having stolen, and would prefer AP, Patek for that money.
Marley Marl agreed! I think the bluesy is one of the most beautiful watches ever....
I wish they do the same with hulk, I wonder why they don’t?
A P a two one hulk? Green gold could work, i dont know haha
2 tone sub is 10,6usd -10,8 new))) why 12?? I
I used to not like bi metal. I gave the tt gmt a try at a rolex ad. Wow. Loved it. Even more than full gold honestly. Full hold is nice but not for everyday. So much in your face. The tt works daily with a nice touch of gold. I bought it. Goes great with dark clothes. I recommend you try at an AD.
thanks 🙏 buying it next month
Just got a black two tone. A beautiful watch, i looked at a blue one but found that just a bit to loud for my taste. I can't understand why a plain steel one costs more on the grey market than a two tone one
Thanks to stupid people. Gold is 1000 times better than steel.
Nice video. I like 2 tone on Rolex models that have metal bezels, like Daytona or datejust. But I do not like 2 tone Submariners or GMTs. Why? The yellow in the ceramic bezel doesn’t match the genuine yellow gold in the watch.
Black two-tone Sub = 100% WIN.
I've got a 2002 Daytona Bi-Metal, still get compliments on it to this day!
Such a great review !! I had both of them but I’ve just sold the black steel one. For me, Bluesy bi-metal really hits me. 😄
Blue two tone submariner is my favorite. But the understated steel or white gold models are great stealth wealth options for a second, daily wear watch.
People coming on here saying 'either steel or full gold, bi-metal looks tacky'. Thats like saying 'only drive a van or a rolls royce, getting a mercedes or an audi is tacky'
'only travel economy or first class, not business'
' only eat at mcdonalds or a michelin star restaurant, nothing in between'
Everytime you see someone driving a Mercedes S-class or wearing Ralph Lauren or Hugo Boss do you shout 'Tacky!' at them?
I could argue that someone wearing a full gold watch is being tacky and desperate to let everyone to know they're rich.
Kazzamatazz you aren’t very good at this Analogy thing are you
Kazzamatazz Yes, yes, yes. Everything you say (I guess). But bimetallic is just so tacky and garish. Somebody wearing is saying: “I’m desperate to own a gold watch but I can’t afford one! How insecure is that!!??
@@davidofglenbrook4487 where does it end? The guy wearing the two tone can't afford to buy the Full gold option. But then the guy with the Full yellow gold Rolex Day Date president is the guy that can't afford the Platinum version. And any guy wearing any Rolex is the guy who can't afford to buy the Patek Phillipe Grand Master Chime. I have a two tone Rolex and I have a full gold Rolex. I wear the two tone more often because I don't like going about my daily business with a 25k watch on everywhere.
David That’s ridiculous. That’s like saying to someone who drives a convertible “Too bad you couldn’t afford a car with a roof!”. These are choices people make based on taste. Just like opinions, everyone has their own.
I have the Yacht Master Rose Gold and steel, choc face (40mm). Always get compliments from guys about how elegant I make a gents watch look (especially when paired with tennis bracelet). I personally like the TT’s but not everyone can pull them off.
Just got a bluesy and I have a batman, hulk, and pepsi. Love the bluesy the most. Most compliments as well.
george varughese yeah right
Buying a watch you love and can't worry about the re- sale value unless your going to sell it? I personally love the BI Metal Rolesor versions and think you cam dress them up and also wear with jeans and sneakers! It's a richer looking watch in my opinion and worth the small premium to get some 18K gold!
I buy this bluesy Rolex sub today. I love ❤️ my new Watch 🥂
Congratulation !! I will have mine from 2003 in 5 days i start to be crazy!!!!!
Nice, accurate review, as always from Dylan.
The root beer (126711CHNR) is the best two tone.
The issue with the steels are that there’s way more fakes out that’s harder to spot in comparison to a fake bimetal where it’s almost always just coated gold.
Great video! I just love my Bluesy 😊
I have both bi metal Sub in black and bi metal in Daytona blue and i still think they complement Rolex as a luxury piece to be desired.
I prefer two tone over steel and gold over everything!
This is the first time I've ever heard "flimsy", "tinny", and "Rolex" used in the same descriptive statement.
My personal choice would be the bi-metal with black combination...
Great topic and helpful! I've been debating between the 2018 Jubilee GMT in Steel vs The 2018 TT GMT Root beer.
Is the market value for lady steel watches higher than bi-metal as well (specivially 31mm and 28mm), thank you!
I both have a steel Sub and also a bimetal bluesy...both preceramics.
Go on Marky boy !
I don’t like the ceramic subs. I think it might be a fad.
2 years later and still pretty accurate, got me a steel Daytona and have never looked back.
Can you do, bi-metal (blusey) vs solid gold (blue dial) submariner as well? Please!!! Thanks!!
I favor steel. Watches are made to be used. A steel piece with scratches has character; a scratched up hi metal feels a bit raggedy.
When did rolex start with the solid bi metal links
First Rolex I purchased was a GMT 2 tone and still have it and enjoy it. Great for special occasions but if I had to do it all over again would go with steel which I feel goes great with any occasion.
Got a black sub date from my AD last week, fuck it's lovely
The steel watches are great and clearly a better investment at this time, however they are just not available. Waiting lists are endless and ADs will generally only sell them to preferred customers if they can get them. So it may be that steel/gold examples will become better investments in future as customers get fed up with waiting. What do you think?
Only real reason in price difference is availability. You can still go into a few AD and find a TT where is you won't find a stainless sport model anywhere.
I know I’m one of the few but I just don’t like the 2 tone bluesy. I’d rather have the black 2 tone. It’s easier to dress up.
Royal blue matches with so many outfits
insallah i will buying steel submarine one day bcz i love that watch as a entrepreneur thinking steel hold a more market value ❤️
Amen. I pray you will!
Two tone Rolex Sub regardless of being bimetal or not are more expensive due to having a gold bracelet.
A Watch is an "Accessory", not an investment.
If you want to invest your money, there are shit loads of options out there.
My obvious choice would be the two tone sub, but probably with the black dial, looks absolutely classy.
I am trying to decide between these two watches one is under the radar yet elegant the other has an amazing blue dial flashy and dressy. What would u get?
Jay Bee Have you seen the black bi-metal? It’s rough and classy at the same time!
James St. Patrick let’s say I put a blue sailcloth band with white stitching on the blues do u think I could pull it off everyday?
Jay Bee There now plastic stickers that protects the gold from scratches!
I like my two tone blue and the blue is attractive. But I would prefer to buy steel with date first in retail price. I am still on waiting list. Thanks for your video.
Why buy a preowned watch when you van buy 1 for brand new for potentially less the price?
Not a big fan of two tone but if money is not a subject than I would prefer platinum submariner before steel one.
No such thing as a platinum submariner
Nice video mate
Excellent review thankyou. Steel for me or solid gold. Never a two tone.
Can't believe the Daytona was indeed around £17,5k 9 months ago (as Dylan mentioned), and now it is no longer easy for a new one under £20k.
JAMIE SIEU This is a short term trend. It won’t last. Be patient. People are too smart for this over the long term. Don’t pay the grey market prices. This trend has been carefully orchestrated by grey market dealers. Wait it out and you’ll get a SS if your choice for less than AD retail
What is your advise? Sub bimetal or daytona bimetal with black dial?
Waiting list for SS crazy thats why some ppl going for TT but i love steel hope they will call me for my Datyona steel black dial soon :)
Fantastic video.
I’ve got a 2021 Sub but was considering changing and going for a two tone? Not sure what to do?
Do it, you won't regret
👍’s Dylan for a very interesting and informative video. As always well considered objective advice🦉
What are your thoughts on the Rolesor Sea-Dweller. I’ve been offered it new from an AD at a slight discount which surprised me in the current market🤔
another great video. would you go for Daytona Champagne-colour with or without diamonds? thanks stig
Boy, have times changed. The Bluesy is way over retail, now
I thought 'bi metal' meant two different metals that are combined together, not two metals that co exist.
I really like the blue Submariner gold and steel and, as you're as likely in London to be killed for wearing the black Submariner, I would definitely consider buying the blue one for when I go abroad. Especially, given the open arbitrage available as well on the long-term value, although I agree that the arb will not close entirely.
Simon W Wow, it Sounds as though London has become a pretty rough place to live in recently. I’ve heard that from many people. Why is that?
Hi, excellent video... crazy Rolex strategy to increase demands for their steel watches so that the bi-metal stock gets cleared ! In parallel killing the grey market and also taking in the grey market profits. But in turn driving clients away who are fed up of waiting and waiting for the availability..
My Submariner blue matte TT (Two tone) with diamond dial has gone up loads more than 1%! Nearly doubled. ;)
As of today, a $12k new ceramic Daytona from AD is going for $28k in gray market
What’s the waiting list on a steel submariner and a steel Daytona?
Great video btw
Superb review. Thank you!
if i'm melting a watch, my pick shall be bi-metal models. Wearing them is a different thing, steel versions are much better looking.
I remember the episode when they attacked marine ford.
Damn marco the phoenix layed low gettin them watch reviews
So the steel ones are more expensive on the after market than the Bi metal msrp!
Thank's for the info ..interesting video
Hello sir.. Can you tell me what brand of perlon straps you would recommend?
Our own straps!:
www.bijoudiamondjewellery.com/straps/perlon-strap
Steel watches are just beautiful
I need some gold for those prices they want for Rolex watches
Very informative. Thanks for the video. Can you wear the bi-metal with casual wear like jeans and a t-shirt?
You can were it how you like it's your watch 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@basheruk5725 I have two tone, blue 2018 and datejust 2 2016 both bi metal. I'm wearing very sporty clothes and the sub is fantastic way to go, and if you want to go for a litle more up dressed it also makes the job well done. It's the watch I'm using all the time and the datejust is now just laying in the box. Probably I'm going to sell it and get a full gold watch like daytona or daydate, not sure yet. But if you want a lot of possibilities with a great range of combination to dress with your watch, the choice is easy mate. Plus the women's love the blue/ gold combination haha.
And by the way a fantastic video, keep up the good work mate! It's very enjoyable to watch these videos.
Absolutely. Mine looks perfect with a tshirt, gym shorts and sneakers as much as it looks perfect with a suit or tux. It’s THAT versatile.
I have a almost brand new SS Sub Date (purchased from and AD on April 2019) but I am thinking of trading for a Bi-metal Sub Date (2017). Both have full set box and papers. Should I do it?
No
absolutely
Do it before someone else does. Long term the big-Metal will hold value and increase. The price difference with the SS models being priced higher on the aftermarket side over the retail price will not last. This is a recent trend and will be short term. It won’t last long term. You heard it here first
High numbers, not seeing Subs selling for £8600 even post price increase?
Good review!
Hello, do you listen to your talk??? Dude, please listen! Btw that Bluesy ist freaking awesome! And since it’s 2020 prices have hit.
Own both, but I prefer the steel.
Andy Tan , thanks, I was typing while working, and didn’t notice.
I bet you any money most (95%) people wearing submarina or GMT or Daytona have never dive more than 2.5 meters in pool, let alone in sea, or driving a super sports cars ( that including myself by the way), so those paying so much extra for a steel watch hoping for an increase an investment is basically do not deserve the privilege to own a ROLEX; steel or no steel, TT or no TT.
Nice comparison... have owned both, and enjoy both.
Full steel or full gold.
Two tone is neither here or there.....
Thanks Dylan
Full gold is drug dealer. And wears out. Two tone is the upscale choice for the win.
1.) Steel then 2.) an all YG.
Steel no date sub is my grail watch
Good review however, do not buy a watch for investment but buy the watch which makes you happy. You buy a Rolex to last a lifetime and to finally pass on to your son or daughter not to make a few bucks on....my 2 cents.
Great review as always!
I'm not a fan of two-tones or bi-metal. It's like trying too hard to make a sports watch become a dressy watch which to me is a contradiction in terms. It's even worse with a full gold sports watch which is utter nonsense to me. So for sports watches, it's steel all the way as far as I'm concerned. In a dress watch however, I do appreciate gold, it makes more sense as they're like jewelry.
You should have used appropriate language for the product class e.g. Two Tone or ... instead of Bi Metal ... you have to think, what comes to the minds of consumers who are watching this video.
Only reason anyone buys the stainless over the gold is they can't aford it
The bi metal is stunning but you lose the versatility of the black steel sub as it certainly is very dressy.
Totally wrong . Two tone goes well with casual wear as well. I have the tt blue sub and the ss sub , so the collection is complete for me
Like your videos, Please, if not to much trouble can you price the watches in USD too. Your watch experience is great advice/knowledge to use even when looking for these watches, in the New World. Thanks great job as always. Just my opinion not to hurt anyones feelings.
You’re always forget to add VAT! So the retail price will differ in each country! Let say in UAE VAT 5% only!
And in EU some countries 20%!
So retail price can be more than in some countries market price
I’m not a fan of bi metal watch’s, maybe the bluesy, but steel or RG for me.
I’ll add the two tone YM2 as well, that one is pretty sharp
Rose gold is horrible and feminine, yellow gold is far better
Bymetal aún 😍
I went through the phase of wearing the two-tone Submariner and GMT. However, the watches drew attention for "Is that real gold?" and not for the design. Also, I do not like the brightness . I prefer one metal. I prefer the original watch. In the 1970s it was either steel or gold. Wearing a watch for its intended use only means steel!
for those who claimed to like steel watches more should get your hands on a seiko watch since you guys want a "sporty" and "rugged"ones. who the hecks wear a submariner for diving...for rolex watches, should get models that are more luxurious looking ones instead of a dull-looking steel watch that looks like a seiko..
Why would you even want this on your wrist when you have a smartphone in your pocket? What?
People use them as a status symbol
The bimetal looks like an old man watch. The steel submariner no date is the best.
2 tone sub all the way.
Bi-metal recalls the 1980's, at least in America. Also, we call them two-tone, not bi-metal.
Losing weight. Stress?
Never wear one into a strip club unless you plan on buying alot of dances because strippers will notice you from 50ft away if you have a bluesey sub on.
steel or full gold. bi-metal looks tacky.
Unless you get one for free... Then it's not tacky right