That Explorer looks the perfect size on your wrist. Makes the other Rolex sports watches look slightly oversized by comparison. Congratulations on having such a diverse collection.
This collection is borderline perfect for my taste, especially the 36mm Explorer 124270 and the Rootbeer for when you want a little more bling is what I'm into
Awesome collection! Thanks for sharing. Agree that the Tudor Gmt should go. Reverso is certainly a great choice. Another option is Cartier tank which you can consider as well.
Thank you for passing on your knowledge. Event hough I am nowhere near in buying a Rolexor any luxury piece I sure learn a lot and start understanding and appreciating the craftsmanship. I do have a Seiko inherited from my father though.
The Datejust and Explorer fit and suit you perfectly. I agree about the Tudor. If I may, it’s too big and redundant. All the more knowing your interest in a Reverso, which you should consider in gold or another precious metal. That said, congrats on the wins over the past few years. Wear them in good health! And happy retirement!
What a great review, Chap. I truly appreciate your openness, especially when it comes to prices and such. You made some good investments with the pre-pandemic purchasing spree 😃 I am not a big fan of Rolex myself, but my favourite watch in your collection must be the Datejust. Cheers!
Beautiful collection, thanks for sharing. And you read my mind with the question of "what's next?". A dress piece is definitely needed. A Reverso is never a wrong answer. But let me suggest an FP Journe for consideration as well!
I can relate to your lack of enthusiasm for the Daytona. I thought I'd love it, but having an (**cough**) "homage" of it in my collection, I have learned otherwise. A Reverso on the other hand - oh my! Had two in yellow gold on the wrist last month and I loved both of them. The grande taille especially is a wonderful size; somewhat petite by modern standards, but perfectly balanced for fans of classic proportions like you and me. Happy new year, Ash!
Enjoyed every minute of that video. 👌 Great collection indeed. I love all the rolex but the bezel on the root beer is on another level, its stunning!! I see you in a cartier .
Wonderful collection. Nice diversity. It’s amazing that a simple wrist watch is still so important to us. A fine watch is all about how it makes us feel, the emotions it brings. Telling time is secondary.
Happy New Year Ash. Great video, finally getting used to the size of my Explorer and becoming my favourite watch. JLC Reverso would be a great addition.
Hi Ash, beautiful collection and nice to see them all together. We have very similar tastes. I just got an explorer 1 but in 2 tone for my wife. I’m afraid the 36mm is just a little small for my wrist. I guess you’d call it watch collecting by proxy. 🤣
This is the first video of yours I have seen and I thoroughly enjoyed it as I am an aspiring watch collector with taste similar to yours. I recently purchased a similar Datejust and am picking it up from the AD in a few weeks. Cheers to you from your newest subscriber.
Great video Ash. Looking at something like the Reverso next ticking the dressier and case shape boxes, have you given any thought to a Cartier Tank or perhaps a medium size Santos? Thanks for sharing. Hope your 2022 is off to a great start!
You’re channel is fast becoming my favourite 🤩 love the watches. Christmas dinner and whiskey 🥃 was great really enjoy 😊 that. The submariner jumper was interesting 🧐. Happy new year mate
I enjoyed your review of your collection immensely. I think that you did the little paint splattered Casio a great honor by surrounding her with royality. You have a wonderful channel. Dressing and presenting yourself smartly is becoming a lost art. Good grooming, tasteful clothing, polished shoes, and the watches that you wear send a message to others that you are a good man. Good grammar and polite speech are also very important. The most important part of all this is that it is a tremendous boast of self confidence. When you look good, you feel good. I really appreciate the time and effort that you take to put out these videos. You are the epitome of a classic British gentleman.
Thank you for your great review. My favorite watch in your collection is Explorer. I would also recommend to add Cartier SolarBeat, if you can find one.
very nice grouping. your salesperson , who called you regarding the PEPSI - what a super AD call. may 2022 bring you and your family good health & happiness . ~ JDS/CT
I strongly agree: The moment one buys and wears a Rolex for the first time is a very unreal, enlightening feeling and hard to describe: They are so hard to get hold of when looking to buying them new, and then when one finally gets the call from the authorized dealer, and then actually buying it, at least for me as not being wealthy there is this feeling of achievement made possible by my efforts in my job. I am really, really enjoying this feeling - refreshed every time I look at my wrist for the time.
Last year I tried on my first Rolex. I’m 18 now and am just getting into the professional and business world and my goal watch-wise is still to have a Rolex Day-Date Oysterquartz - who knows when that’ll happen but I hope in good time. The feeling you get when you have a Rolex on-wrist is truly unparalleled compared to most watches just due to their design, proportions, their weight etc.
I’d echo your comments about the Reverso. It’s a piece on my shortlist. I can’t decide between the Classic or Tribute to Small Seconds. The Casa Fagliano strap is a must though.
Thats a great Rolex collection Ash. Clearly that's where your heart lies. I do think you should consider other brands like Omega, JLC and Cartier. Maybe even look in to other complication like chronographs, annual calenders etc as well. I'm personally looking at the JLC master control Calendar myself. I'm a sucker for complications!
Great review Ash. On the waiting list for a GMT Root Beer so good to hear your views on that. Have you considered the Cartier Santos as a dress watch? Absolutely stunning with the blue face and that strap....lordy Lordy :-)
Please take a look at the Omega DeVille line. It is such a stunning model from Omega. Reminds me of a Calatrava. Agree with the DateJust. The new motif dial is just off the chain entirely. Obscenely beautiful! That 36mm explorer is too too nice. Was never a fan of them before but I really like 36mm watches and I just get it now. I will always prefer 36-39mm watches. So much more elegant. Cannot go wrong with reversos. Elegance personified - so, so, so much nice than a Carter Tank imho.
Happy New Year Ash. Thanks for the video. Very nice collection of watches - more than anything I think it symbolises your watch journey (up to now). When you say you are looking at rectangular watch, I assume you are thinking about the Reverso’s and (Cartier) Tanks but recently I’ve been lucky enough to get my hands on an Oris Rectangular. They were released a few months ago (in four colours) and combine a Tank case with Reverso-esque dial. They probably size up the same as the Reverso mediums. For the price, they could scratch the rectangular watch itch!
Did I hear jingly jangly..? Are you an urban gentry fan btw? I’m still wearing my Tudor gmt but I grudgingly accept that if I had the Rolex gmt then my little Tudor may be sold . Great collection 👍
Really enjoyed this review and love your Rolex GMT-Master II. Like you, I always remember buying my first Rolex, a simple Date Just and wearing it for the first time. The feeling of self confidence you get wearing a great watch on an important occasion is something many people never experience now because they just use their phone! On the subject of watches with four sides, have you considered a Cartier Tank? I just added one to my collection. I love the shape and history of this watch and feel great wearing it.
Lovely collection Ash! As per a comment I made on another of your videos, I’m not surprised that your Explorer is getting so much wrist time! Based on your love for a full gold watch, I’d be looking to trade all 3 GMTs in for a full gold Rolex GMT which I think would tick loads of boxes for you. Also what about a Cartier Santos as an alternative to a Reverso? I find then a little more sporty. Great vid and HNY
That is a very nice collection, I would let the Tudor go and buy a nice dress watch. I wanted a rectangular dress watch too, however when I tried one on; the first thing I noticed were the two semicircles of Scottish, blue-white skin on either side of it where my day watch had shielded my skin from the sun.
Really enjoyed that Ash! My first luxury watch is 126300 on the jubilee and blue dial. It was the combination I really wanted and was very surprised when I went into the AD to enquire about it, they came out with that exact watch from the back. It was fate and I had to buy it! I have since but my name down for the BNLR but after trying on a root beer (exhibition piece) I’m not sure If prefer that now haha. Thanks and Happy new year!
great video.I have a 70's Rolex Datejust 18k 2 tone as my daily,some nice Bulova and Hamilton tank watches in the 30's,and an 18k Omega Condor for dress.I long for an 80's 18k Piaget Polo,but price and difficulty getting them maintained prevents me from getting one.The Rolex Submariner is perfect
Lovely watches Ash - great collection!! Root beer is beautiful, and Explorer is my favourite, especially as the old eyesight has been failing me a little :) Ash, I could see you wearing a Monaco Heuer; the classic square watch.
I'd sell 2 of the GMTs (Tudor being one of them) and propably get a Vacheron Constantin Traditionelle in pink gold. OR! get two watches like a Reverso and IWC Portugieser 40/Big Pilot 43. I'd also sell the datejust only because I don't like them very much. However, each of us have different preferences, and I think it still fits your collection well for what it is.
Well done Ash, why not trade in a watch or two for the JLC? I transitioned from Rolex and Tudor dive watches from over a 20 years to more dressy styles in taste like JLC Master Time and Breguet. Simple and elegant. Will wait a few years yet before I pick one up. For now I will settle with Frederique Constant watches that look similar and more practical. Starlight
I agree about the submariner ,GREAT choice of no date and especially if you are not wearing it every day it saves you having to adjust the time and date !
beautiful collection.......I think you need an Omega Speedmaster in your collection.......consider the Speedy Reduced 3510 or 3539 variant.....the Speedy Reduced looks amazing on straps.
Loved the video and seeing your journey. I recently picked up an explorer as well, and a Cartier Santos in the medium size. When thinking about the reverso I would highly recommend you check out Cartier as well with the santos and the tank. Just out of curiosity, you say you would love a solid gold GMT Master II, but can’t afford it. Have you considered selling the Pepsi and the two tone GMT’s and getting a full gold GMT? With resale prices what they are right now (even recognizing that yours are used and not NIB) you could probably get enough between the two to get a gold GMT
It is tempting, but I have really come to enjoy swapping between the SS GMT and the TT GMT. The full gold may be a little ostentatious for my life at th moment
Hi Ash, you mentioned you’ll be moving on from Rolex for your next watch…. Have you considered the Cartier Santos? Would be interested in hearing your thoughts. I’m not sure if you saw, but Cartier recently jumped Omega as the 2nd highest selling Swiss watch company. They’re on the rise!
Happy New Year, Ash! What a beautiful collection you have! I’m trying to convince my fiancé that the Rootbeer would be a great commemorative watch for our wedding but she’s not having it…I’ll keep trying though. It’s one of the most beautifully designed pieces in my opinion and one that I’d love to own. Hopefully one day soon. Look forward to your next video.
The RB is an absolute stunner and destined to be the most memorable of the current GMT range in my opinion. Once people appreciate the value of gold again, I'm sure that the precious metal models will have their spotlight again. When discussing a new watch purchase with the wife, I usually emphasise the investment value of such a watch "But darling, as soon as you buy it from the AD is worth another £3K, so it's earning money and not spending it!" Worked a few times but I've been busted for a while now. Worth a shot on the lady in your life.
Great collection and a number of your pieces are what I'm currently working toward especially the explorer and sub. By the way not watch related, what over shirt are you wearing? Thanks and a happy new year 👍
Hi Ash I am looking for a dress watch, and can't decide witch dial colour to go for. What do you think is the better choice for the most versatile colour, white, black, silver, blue or some other colour. I'm planning on getting both a black and brown leather strap.
White is very classical and will always look good. I personally like blue, but that is just a colour preference. You will not go far wrong with a white dial.
Nice collection, Ash, I like the variety of colors. I can't spend that much on that hobby, yet I'm quite happy wearing my affordable pieces. Currently I'm waiting for my 9th watch to arrive (and it's a limited to 1500 pieces edition Seiko watch), and then maybe I'll get a teal Orient Kamasu or something greenish for the summer. But maybe... one day I'll get my hands on something like Grand Seiko.
Happy new year and thanks for the video. I myself actually have to admit that I don‘t use a wrist watch anymore. I fill the blank somewhat with a wristband of leather. Do you have advice on taking care of suede shoes? I could imagine they need other treatment than usual leather.
Happy New Year, Ash! That's a really wonderful collection. I appreciate the fact you go for a more reasonably sized watch, as a lot of sports watches are simply too big for my wrist. I'm also with you on the reverso, and watches with four sides in general. I wondered though, how do you feel about a gold Rolex day-date? You may remember Michael Caine wore one on a leather strap in Get Carter
Funny. I chose the 16234 Datejust with Blue dial as my first Rolex in 2003 as well. Recently added the 124270 to my collection and it is now my favorite watch. You need a Day Date 36 in yellow gold for this collection!
Def. move on the Tudor. Reverso would make sense, also you're missing a Chrono. from the collection but have the GMT and divers. Maybe try a Speedy Pro?
i have the sub no date, 14060, for the same reasons you stated! i actually like the super case, it looks more masculine than the new model......not sure about the new 21mm bracelet on the 41mm
Pepsi gmt white gold and meteorite Pepsi are my favorite. Omega is a great watch having all different types and 3rd is tag heuer skeleton either 43mm and 44mm.
Rolex has managed to create a false shortage just like the toilet paper shortage of a couple years ago in the USA, I refuse to go on a ridiculous waiting list or pay extra money for one, that’s why I have a Omega, it keeps extraordinarily good time, 0.02 of a second fast per day.
#1 i like your channel...keep doing vids. #2 as (you) owner of multiple Rolex pieces yet you still have appreociation for Quartz even the el-cheapo Casio...speaks volume of you.
Great video. Wondering what your thoughts are on the Yacht Master 40? Looking to get my first Rolex, but given the difficulty getting one from an AD, trying to balance something I like with something that is feasible to grab at retail price. Any thoughts would be much appreciated. Thank you.
Firstly remember that all watches are subjective in their appeal, many chaps love huge watches and many love digital watches, it's all about your personal preference. As regards to the YM 40, I am not a huge fan of the YM range, as they have always struck me as being softer alternatives to the Submariner range. But they do offer greater variety in regards colours of dials and other aspects. A very nice watch in almost all respects, but it would be a Sub for me.
@@TheChapsGuide Yep! I’m still hoping to pick up a Submariner or Datejust this year, despite the price increase I still think they are worth the retail price…..just.
A happy new year to you and your family! 🍀 My congratulations for building up such a respected collection in only three years! You’ve worked hard and you’ve been lucky enough to get the opportunity to purchase your Rolex timepieces at retail. For my personal taste your collection is leaning a little bit too much towards the Rolex brand. But I could understand why it is what it is. As you’ve already mentioned I could see a JLC as another more dressy watch in your collection. I love my Reverso Small Second mid size. There is one more JLC timepiece I personally like very much - the Master Ultra Thin Moon Phase. I’m not a big chronograph fan. But I’m convinced a watch collection should contain such a complication. There are only very few chronographs I really like. One is the Zenith El Primero Original in 38mm. This timepiece might be a long term goal for your collection as well. My favourite watch of your current collection is the Explorer. I tried it on a couple of weeks ago and find it in fact a bit too small for my 18.5cm wrist. I had the chance to compare it with a Datejust 36 and a Tudor BB 36. And the Explorer wears a bit smaller than the other two. But maybe I have to give it another chance because I own a couple of vintage watches with only 33-35mm. And I wear them occasionally as well. I’m looking forward to see how your watch collection is going to develop during the next years. Best regards, Claus
I think Omega make outstanding wristwatches of amazing quality. It is merely my personal preference to favour Rolex at the moment. I may consider Omega at some point in the future. James Bond must be right!
@@TheChapsGuide I have DJ36 and am wait listing for some kind of GMT Master II. On the Omega side, I have a James Bond Titanium Bracelet, a Speedy Hesalite and my AD is keeping her eye out for a Snoopy. 🤞🏼on the Snoopy.
That Explorer looks the perfect size on your wrist. Makes the other Rolex sports watches look slightly oversized by comparison. Congratulations on having such a diverse collection.
Diverse? 😂
This collection is borderline perfect for my taste, especially the 36mm Explorer 124270 and the Rootbeer for when you want a little more bling is what I'm into
Awesome collection! Thanks for sharing. Agree that the Tudor Gmt should go. Reverso is certainly a great choice. Another option is Cartier tank which you can consider as well.
Thank you for passing on your knowledge. Event hough I am nowhere near in buying a Rolexor any luxury piece I sure learn a lot and start understanding and appreciating the craftsmanship. I do have a Seiko inherited from my father though.
Nothing wrong with Seiko. Great watch makers.
The Datejust and Explorer fit and suit you perfectly. I agree about the Tudor. If I may, it’s too big and redundant. All the more knowing your interest in a Reverso, which you should consider in gold or another precious metal. That said, congrats on the wins over the past few years. Wear them in good health! And happy retirement!
What a great review, Chap. I truly appreciate your openness, especially when it comes to prices and such. You made some good investments with the pre-pandemic purchasing spree 😃 I am not a big fan of Rolex myself, but my favourite watch in your collection must be the Datejust. Cheers!
Beautiful collection, thanks for sharing.
And you read my mind with the question of "what's next?". A dress piece is definitely needed. A Reverso is never a wrong answer. But let me suggest an FP Journe for consideration as well!
I can relate to your lack of enthusiasm for the Daytona. I thought I'd love it, but having an (**cough**) "homage" of it in my collection, I have learned otherwise.
A Reverso on the other hand - oh my! Had two in yellow gold on the wrist last month and I loved both of them. The grande taille especially is a wonderful size; somewhat petite by modern standards, but perfectly balanced for fans of classic proportions like you and me.
Happy new year, Ash!
Enjoyed every minute of that video. 👌
Great collection indeed.
I love all the rolex but the bezel on the root beer is on another level, its stunning!!
I see you in a cartier .
Wonderful collection. Nice diversity. It’s amazing that a simple wrist watch is still so important to us. A fine watch is all about how it makes us feel, the emotions it brings. Telling time is secondary.
Great collection, shows what happens when have a great AD. Getting Rolex at retail is a game changer for watch collecting. Thanks for sharing
Happy New Year Ash. Great video, finally getting used to the size of my Explorer and becoming my favourite watch. JLC Reverso would be a great addition.
Beautiful collection. Perfect size too; large enough for sufficient variety and small enough to avoid anxiety.
Brilliant collection, Ash - you and I have very similar taste in watches. Happy New Year!
Hi Ash, beautiful collection and nice to see them all together. We have very similar tastes. I just got an explorer 1 but in 2 tone for my wife. I’m afraid the 36mm is just a little small for my wrist. I guess you’d call it watch collecting by proxy. 🤣
Wonderful collection Ash! Thanks for sharing!
You are hitting perfection here. Both with your collection and the way you present it. Excellent taste in watches and well thought out.
Thank you sir
Only two watches in and I can already tell you have great taste and collection! All the best to you in the New Year!
I’m so glad you said a Reverso, I thought you might, great choice as ever Ash
Oner day..... hopefully.
This is the first video of yours I have seen and I thoroughly enjoyed it as I am an aspiring watch collector with taste similar to yours. I recently purchased a similar Datejust and am picking it up from the AD in a few weeks. Cheers to you from your newest subscriber.
Welcome aboard!
This was the video I’ve been waiting for. Thank you very much and a happy new year, Ash!
Hope you enjoyed it!
Great video Ash. Looking at something like the Reverso next ticking the dressier and case shape boxes, have you given any thought to a Cartier Tank or perhaps a medium size Santos? Thanks for sharing. Hope your 2022 is off to a great start!
I admire the Cartier, by JLC just pips it with the horological status for me.
You’re channel is fast becoming my favourite 🤩 love the watches. Christmas dinner and whiskey 🥃 was great really enjoy 😊 that. The submariner jumper was interesting 🧐. Happy new year mate
The Reverso has been the one luxury watch that has appealed to me. Of your Rolexes, the Explorer is my favorite.
I enjoyed your review of your collection immensely. I think that you did the little paint splattered Casio a great honor by surrounding her with royality. You have a wonderful channel. Dressing and presenting yourself smartly is becoming a lost art. Good grooming, tasteful clothing, polished shoes, and the watches that you wear send a message to others that you are a good man. Good grammar and polite speech are also very important. The most important part of all this is that it is a tremendous boast of self confidence. When you look good, you feel good. I really appreciate the time and effort that you take to put out these videos. You are the epitome of a classic British gentleman.
You do indeed understand the dressing well = confidence equation. Works for me!
Thank you for your great review. My favorite watch in your collection is Explorer. I would also recommend to add Cartier SolarBeat, if you can find one.
Nice diversity in the collection. Good effort!
Another classy & classic video chap🙏🏾💯👍🏿happy new year’s btw….love the watch collection & the channel…..I’m learning a lot, keep up the great work
If you want a rectangular watch maybe check out Parmigiani. Love your Rolex and own some of the same models. Happy New Year 🎆!
very nice grouping. your salesperson , who called you regarding the PEPSI - what a super AD call. may 2022 bring you and your family good health & happiness . ~ JDS/CT
I strongly agree: The moment one buys and wears a Rolex for the first time is a very unreal, enlightening feeling and hard to describe: They are so hard to get hold of when looking to buying them new, and then when one finally gets the call from the authorized dealer, and then actually buying it, at least for me as not being wealthy there is this feeling of achievement made possible by my efforts in my job. I am really, really enjoying this feeling - refreshed every time I look at my wrist for the time.
Last year I tried on my first Rolex. I’m 18 now and am just getting into the professional and business world and my goal watch-wise is still to have a Rolex Day-Date Oysterquartz - who knows when that’ll happen but I hope in good time. The feeling you get when you have a Rolex on-wrist is truly unparalleled compared to most watches just due to their design, proportions, their weight etc.
Nice collection, and yes the dress watch is your next need
Happy NY Ash - keep up the content. Lovely watch collection. Just love the GMT it's a wonderful watch.
I’d echo your comments about the Reverso. It’s a piece on my shortlist. I can’t decide between the Classic or Tribute to Small Seconds. The Casa Fagliano strap is a must though.
Thats a great Rolex collection Ash. Clearly that's where your heart lies. I do think you should consider other brands like Omega, JLC and Cartier. Maybe even look in to other complication like chronographs, annual calenders etc as well.
I'm personally looking at the JLC master control Calendar myself. I'm a sucker for complications!
Have to agree with your Rootbeer beauty pick. It's the one Rolex I really desire. One day hopefully. Great collection.
Great review Ash. On the waiting list for a GMT Root Beer so good to hear your views on that. Have you considered the Cartier Santos as a dress watch? Absolutely stunning with the blue face and that strap....lordy Lordy :-)
A wonderful collection indeed. Happy New Year and look forward to more great content in 2022.
Happy New Year, Ash.
Happy new year!
What a lovely collection many watches i admire, the explorer dial i like very much. thanks.
I Love this collection. Great Video!!! I would suggest you try the Cheap Pagani Design GMT BB Homage. . This 40mm fits perfectly.
Please take a look at the Omega DeVille line. It is such a stunning model from Omega. Reminds me of a Calatrava.
Agree with the DateJust. The new motif dial is just off the chain entirely. Obscenely beautiful!
That 36mm explorer is too too nice. Was never a fan of them before but I really like 36mm watches and I just get it now.
I will always prefer 36-39mm watches. So much more elegant.
Cannot go wrong with reversos. Elegance personified - so, so, so much nice than a Carter Tank imho.
Very beautiful collection. Sell the Tudor, buy a Reverso but don’t forget the legendary Omega Speedmaster !
I came for a watch collection, stayed for the jacket; that thing is sharp!
Happy New Year Ash. Thanks for the video. Very nice collection of watches - more than anything I think it symbolises your watch journey (up to now). When you say you are looking at rectangular watch, I assume you are thinking about the Reverso’s and (Cartier) Tanks but recently I’ve been lucky enough to get my hands on an Oris Rectangular. They were released a few months ago (in four colours) and combine a Tank case with Reverso-esque dial. They probably size up the same as the Reverso mediums. For the price, they could scratch the rectangular watch itch!
I like that Oris, a little steep on the price, but I've heard of large discounts on Oris models of late. May be a runner.
Did I hear jingly jangly..? Are you an urban gentry fan btw?
I’m still wearing my Tudor gmt but I grudgingly accept that if I had the Rolex gmt then my little Tudor may be sold .
Great collection 👍
Really enjoyed this review and love your Rolex GMT-Master II. Like you, I always remember buying my first Rolex, a simple Date Just and wearing it for the first time.
The feeling of self confidence you get wearing a great watch on an important occasion is something many people never experience now because they just use their phone! On the subject of watches with four sides, have you considered a Cartier Tank? I just added one to my collection. I love the shape and history of this watch and feel great wearing it.
Lovely collection Ash! As per a comment I made on another of your videos, I’m not surprised that your Explorer is getting so much wrist time!
Based on your love for a full gold watch, I’d be looking to trade all 3 GMTs in for a full gold Rolex GMT which I think would tick loads of boxes for you. Also what about a Cartier Santos as an alternative to a Reverso? I find then a little more sporty.
Great vid and HNY
HNY year to you too. The gold is tempting, but that's a lot of money on one watch!
That is a very nice collection, I would let the Tudor go and buy a nice dress watch. I wanted a rectangular dress watch too, however when I tried one on; the first thing I noticed were the two semicircles of Scottish, blue-white skin on either side of it where my day watch had shielded my skin from the sun.
Very much enjoy your thoughtful videos!
Really enjoyed that Ash! My first luxury watch is 126300 on the jubilee and blue dial. It was the combination I really wanted and was very surprised when I went into the AD to enquire about it, they came out with that exact watch from the back. It was fate and I had to buy it!
I have since but my name down for the BNLR but after trying on a root beer (exhibition piece) I’m not sure If prefer that now haha.
Thanks and Happy new year!
great video.I have a 70's Rolex Datejust 18k 2 tone as my daily,some nice Bulova and Hamilton tank watches in the 30's,and an 18k Omega Condor for dress.I long for an 80's 18k Piaget Polo,but price and difficulty getting them maintained prevents me from getting one.The Rolex Submariner is perfect
Lovely watches Ash - great collection!! Root beer is beautiful, and Explorer is my favourite, especially as the old eyesight has been failing me a little :) Ash, I could see you wearing a Monaco Heuer; the classic square watch.
Good choice!
Amazing collection.I hope you always keep your bodyguard on your side!🤣😂
That is some collection. I also like you military scarf.
I'd sell 2 of the GMTs (Tudor being one of them) and propably get a Vacheron Constantin Traditionelle in pink gold. OR! get two watches like a Reverso and IWC Portugieser 40/Big Pilot 43.
I'd also sell the datejust only because I don't like them very much. However, each of us have different preferences, and I think it still fits your collection well for what it is.
Some good directions I could take there. Thanks for the suggestions
Great collection Ash. My favorite is the Rolex Explorer. I’d buy it in 39mm for my 7 1/4 inch wrist. Ciao.
Well done Ash, why not trade in a watch or two for the JLC? I transitioned from Rolex and Tudor dive watches from over a 20 years to more dressy styles in taste like JLC Master Time and Breguet. Simple and elegant. Will wait a few years yet before I pick one up. For now I will settle with Frederique Constant watches that look similar and more practical.
Starlight
Great collection Ash. I love my Rootbeer and agree it's the most beautiful in the Rolex collection
I agree about the submariner ,GREAT choice of no date and especially if you are not wearing it every day it saves you having to adjust the time and date !
Your collection is impressive..may it continue to grow..peace
You have a very nice collection, congrats! What is your wrist size for reference please?
6.5 inches.
@@TheChapsGuide thank you
beautiful collection.......I think you need an Omega Speedmaster in your collection.......consider the Speedy Reduced 3510 or 3539 variant.....the Speedy Reduced looks amazing on straps.
Maybe one day!
Loved the video and seeing your journey. I recently picked up an explorer as well, and a Cartier Santos in the medium size. When thinking about the reverso I would highly recommend you check out Cartier as well with the santos and the tank. Just out of curiosity, you say you would love a solid gold GMT Master II, but can’t afford it. Have you considered selling the Pepsi and the two tone GMT’s and getting a full gold GMT? With resale prices what they are right now (even recognizing that yours are used and not NIB) you could probably get enough between the two to get a gold GMT
It is tempting, but I have really come to enjoy swapping between the SS GMT and the TT GMT. The full gold may be a little ostentatious for my life at th moment
Hi Ash, you mentioned you’ll be moving on from Rolex for your next watch…. Have you considered the Cartier Santos? Would be interested in hearing your thoughts. I’m not sure if you saw, but Cartier recently jumped Omega as the 2nd highest selling Swiss watch company. They’re on the rise!
Happy New Year, Ash! What a beautiful collection you have! I’m trying to convince my fiancé that the Rootbeer would be a great commemorative watch for our wedding but she’s not having it…I’ll keep trying though. It’s one of the most beautifully designed pieces in my opinion and one that I’d love to own. Hopefully one day soon. Look forward to your next video.
The RB is an absolute stunner and destined to be the most memorable of the current GMT range in my opinion. Once people appreciate the value of gold again, I'm sure that the precious metal models will have their spotlight again.
When discussing a new watch purchase with the wife, I usually emphasise the investment value of such a watch "But darling, as soon as you buy it from the AD is worth another £3K, so it's earning money and not spending it!"
Worked a few times but I've been busted for a while now. Worth a shot on the lady in your life.
I know how you feel, I had to sell my Triumph TR6 for a house deposit when we got married in 1977. Women.....what do they know!
@@TheChapsGuide ha maybe I’ll have better luck with that strategy.
Great collection and a number of your pieces are what I'm currently working toward especially the explorer and sub. By the way not watch related, what over shirt are you wearing? Thanks and a happy new year 👍
It’s a simple Costco overshirt, fleece lined. Under £20, bought in October so probably still available. Also in navy.
Great collection , and a great review. Thanks for The video !
Hi Ash
I am looking for a dress watch, and can't decide witch dial colour to go for. What do you think is the better choice for the most versatile colour, white, black, silver, blue or some other colour.
I'm planning on getting both a black and brown leather strap.
White is very classical and will always look good. I personally like blue, but that is just a colour preference. You will not go far wrong with a white dial.
Fantastic collection. Congratulations!
Beautiful collection Ash. Thanks for showing them. Perhaps a Patek or AP will compliment them :-)
Amazing video chap! 👍
Nice collection, Ash, I like the variety of colors. I can't spend that much on that hobby, yet I'm quite happy wearing my affordable pieces. Currently I'm waiting for my 9th watch to arrive (and it's a limited to 1500 pieces edition Seiko watch), and then maybe I'll get a teal Orient Kamasu or something greenish for the summer. But maybe... one day I'll get my hands on something like Grand Seiko.
It sounds like you have an excellent collection there!
Happy new year and thanks for the video. I myself actually have to admit that I don‘t use a wrist watch anymore. I fill the blank somewhat with a wristband of leather.
Do you have advice on taking care of suede shoes? I could imagine they need other treatment than usual leather.
I personally find a simple soapy wash with a sponge clears any grime and a suede brush (brass) is good for general maintenance.,
Happy New Year, Ash! That's a really wonderful collection. I appreciate the fact you go for a more reasonably sized watch, as a lot of sports watches are simply too big for my wrist. I'm also with you on the reverso, and watches with four sides in general. I wondered though, how do you feel about a gold Rolex day-date? You may remember Michael Caine wore one on a leather strap in Get Carter
A solid everose gold daydate would be a grail piece for me (in 36mm size). What a belter!!
Any day date in 36mm is simply amazing.
Lovely collection and great to see your watches get worn as they should. Have a good 2022, Jason (redbarbristol)
Cheers Jason
Funny. I chose the 16234 Datejust with Blue dial as my first Rolex in 2003 as well. Recently added the 124270 to my collection and it is now my favorite watch. You need a Day Date 36 in yellow gold for this collection!
I wish!
Great collection! Love the jacket too, what is it!?!
It’s just a cheap working jacket I picked up in Costco in 2021 for £16. A bargain.
Another great video. If you could only keep either your non date Sub or Explorer, which would it be for a simple three hander Rolex ?
Sub - Sorry Explorer, but it has to be the Sub.
Def. move on the Tudor. Reverso would make sense, also you're missing a Chrono. from the collection but have the GMT and divers. Maybe try a Speedy Pro?
Lovely collection and a lovely gentleman.
Thank you kindly
New subscriber! The root beer is the most gorgeous out of the collection.
I absolutely agree. My favourite by a long way.
Consolidate everything and keep the 114060.
That Pepsi was a steel, beautiful collection. 🇬🇧
That's a wonderful collection of watches
i have the sub no date, 14060, for the same reasons you stated! i actually like the super case, it looks more masculine than the new model......not sure about the new 21mm bracelet on the 41mm
Pepsi gmt white gold and meteorite Pepsi are my favorite. Omega is a great watch having all different types and 3rd is tag heuer skeleton either 43mm and 44mm.
Rolex has managed to create a false shortage just like the toilet paper shortage of a couple years ago in the USA, I refuse to go on a ridiculous waiting list or pay extra money for one, that’s why I have a Omega, it keeps extraordinarily good time, 0.02 of a second fast per day.
#1 i like your channel...keep doing vids.
#2 as (you) owner of multiple Rolex pieces yet you still have appreociation for Quartz even the el-cheapo Casio...speaks volume of you.
Thank you sir.
have you had any issue regards the date function on the tudor gmt ?
Mine is a Q series model and apparently these may have been manufactured post the date issue, so no issues so far.
Thanks for sharing and wear them in good health 🎩
Beautiful collection 👍🏼👊🏼
Great video. Wondering what your thoughts are on the Yacht Master 40? Looking to get my first Rolex, but given the difficulty getting one from an AD, trying to balance something I like with something that is feasible to grab at retail price. Any thoughts would be much appreciated. Thank you.
Firstly remember that all watches are subjective in their appeal, many chaps love huge watches and many love digital watches, it's all about your personal preference. As regards to the YM 40, I am not a huge fan of the YM range, as they have always struck me as being softer alternatives to the Submariner range. But they do offer greater variety in regards colours of dials and other aspects. A very nice watch in almost all respects, but it would be a Sub for me.
Lucky to get your Pepsi when you did……the price rises today are quite substantial!
Absolutely, the GMT range has taken quite a hit. Looks like I saved the best part of £1K. That was a close run thing!
@@TheChapsGuide Yep! I’m still hoping to pick up a Submariner or Datejust this year, despite the price increase I still think they are worth the retail price…..just.
Great vid. I’m still waiting for my 124270
Great collection , what do you think of citizen.
I’ve had a few. Great brand, on par with any of its Japanese contemporary brands.
I would love to hear the story about visiting a member of the royal family at Windsor castle.
A happy new year to you and your family! 🍀
My congratulations for building up such a respected collection in only three years! You’ve worked hard and you’ve been lucky enough to get the opportunity to purchase your Rolex timepieces at retail.
For my personal taste your collection is leaning a little bit too much towards the Rolex brand. But I could understand why it is what it is.
As you’ve already mentioned I could see a JLC as another more dressy watch in your collection. I love my Reverso Small Second mid size. There is one more JLC timepiece I personally like very much - the Master Ultra Thin Moon Phase.
I’m not a big chronograph fan. But I’m convinced a watch collection should contain such a complication. There are only very few chronographs I really like. One is the Zenith El Primero Original in 38mm. This timepiece might be a long term goal for your collection as well.
My favourite watch of your current collection is the Explorer. I tried it on a couple of weeks ago and find it in fact a bit too small for my 18.5cm wrist. I had the chance to compare it with a Datejust 36 and a Tudor BB 36. And the Explorer wears a bit smaller than the other two. But maybe I have to give it another chance because I own a couple of vintage watches with only 33-35mm. And I wear them occasionally as well.
I’m looking forward to see how your watch collection is going to develop during the next years.
Best regards,
Claus
I agree, the new Explorer does indeed wear smaller than the DJ36, but as a small watch lover, I rather like its classical proportions.
@@TheChapsGuide The Explorer suits your wrist very well! 👍
Amazing collection!!!
Glad you like them!
Hi there. Just wondering what you think of Omega?
I think Omega make outstanding wristwatches of amazing quality. It is merely my personal preference to favour Rolex at the moment. I may consider Omega at some point in the future. James Bond must be right!
@@TheChapsGuide I have DJ36 and am wait listing for some kind of GMT Master II. On the Omega side, I have a James Bond Titanium Bracelet, a Speedy Hesalite and my AD is keeping her eye out for a Snoopy. 🤞🏼on the Snoopy.