"The joy you are missing is far more than the scratches you are saving" Something I am having to come to grips with regarding my GMT Batman. It's true. Great advice
The weight difference from the jubilee to the oyster is considerable! Hafiz, your attention to detail and points of reference on describing key points, on the Rolex Pepsi! Is above and beyond education perfection, I enjoy and admire your amazing Blogs, thank you!
Great video as always Sir! I loved the wrist shots, they really showed off how the colors of the bezel change depending on the lighting! I am supposed to get my Pepsi later this year or early next year, and I have opted for the jubilee bracelet version, mainly because it was the countless pics of the Pepsi that made me admire the Jubilee bracelet to the point that I traded my Oyster bracelet white dial DJ41 for a Jubilee version in blue (sprung for the fluted bezel as well this time). My Rootbeer and Bluesy also already have the Oyster bracelet, so it will be nice to have 2 of each type.
Yes I feel the same way. The polished center link suggests this a watch for special occasions and not for daily wear and tear. But that’s the whole point for a GMT - Daily use. I’m sure the polished links are easy to polish though? this can be done at home. Forgot the name of the stuff I use, but feel free to message me and I’ll find out for you bro
Thank you Hafiz. This is indeed a fine watch, if you can obtain one. Your reviews are so good that I have this feeling that companies like Rolex will follow your work closely, and respond to any criticism offered. You are doing us a great service! I agree that we watch guys look at the watch before we look at the time! 😀
Hafiz, I may be early enough that the 4K version of this video hasn't fully encoded yet but the quality seems to be stuck at 360p while other videos I checked are running higher resolutions (so I don't ~think~ it's anything on my side). Might be worth checking!
Many thanks for the feedback. RUclips unfortunately can take a couple of hours before the vid is available in 4K after uploaded and processed. Can you try again now and let me know if it shows in 4K? It does show for me as 4k. Thanks again.
I bought the Pepsi Oyster I also tried the jubilee Pepsi dude the jubilee is horrible so horrendous bracelet I’ve always liked the Oyster better than Jubilee The jubilee belongs to the date just that’s it too feminine as well
@@RecordSisi hi, sorry for the late answer…the problems were poor finishing on dial and bezel. Furthermore the red and blue colors of the bezel in sunlight looked like plastic. It went to RSC to replace the poorly finished parts. I thought I would give it a second chance after it came back, but the initial disappointment always followed me -like a curse I guess.
@@RecordSisi Oh, and I have the feeling that QC has seriously gone down the drain at Rolex. I also own a 116710BLNR, and none of the above QC issues are true to my BLNR. Also, when comparing the bezel action on both, the BLRO always felt a bit “scratchy”. You can tell Rolex has upped their production and trying to meet the demand with quality obviously suffering.
@@EscapePlan97 no worries . The notification system doesn't help haha . It's weird because the latest statement of Rolex was that they wouldn't decrease QC in order to provide more pieces . I also know that the Pepsi Bezel is pretty hard to do therefore the color is not as clean compared to the oldest versions ...
Another stunningly produced and detailed video, you and the TWC are my two “ go to” channels. I spent weeks choosing between the Batman and Pepsi, went for the Batman, but I am still wanting the Pepsi 🙄
Thanks. The GMT was indeed introduced in 1954. The first Pepsi GMT was introduced in 1959. I wasn’t talking about GMT in general in this video, rather the Pepsi version. Thanks for watching.
@@Channel-io1di correct, the gmt pepsi was made in 1954(it was a pepsi) with the red/blue bezel so pilots can distinguish the difference in time zones from day (red) and night (blue)
Perfect review as always 👍🏻 I picked up my Pepsi last month. Wanted the Oyster, but got the Jubilee. Well, getting it from the AD @ list, I can’t complain 😄. After this review, I have decided to order the oysterband additionally
@@desmostradale actually haven’t done it yet. Kind of busy right now with work, so no time for visits to the shop, but my AD already got me a new additional Oysterband last year for my Sub, so I am confident I will get another one for the Pepsi
@@desmostradale I’ve asked the AD, and no they will not supply me the additional Oyster. Seems to be against Rolex policy. So if you know a way to get the Oyster bracelet for a reasonable price, please let me know
حافظ .. السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته. أنت رائع والمحتوى الذي تقدمه رائع ، لم أشاهد أحد يقدم محتوى مثل ما تقدمه أنت ، لن ينافسك أحد. الى الأمام، وفقك الله وبارك فيك. 👏👏👍👍❤️❤️
HJM , I have a BATMAN on a jubilee ( retail ) which I like very much. if we could purchase Rolex pieces - I would like to add this. - your close ups - just artistic .love the way the red & blue marry on the bezel . be safe ~ JDS/CT
i bought mine because of your video. As per you said, steel for a long run and i chosed pepsi instead of the batgirl that i asked before. One request please, i heard there are colors difference on the pepsi ceramic bezel from 2018 until now? maybe you can make a comparison video for me and us as a fans. thanks a lot and best of luck for you always.
This is my holy grail! I'm on the dreaded "waiting list" with my AD. It will probably be the last watch I ever buy, if I am lucky enough to get a call back.
I was hoping you would make a video of this one. I didn't phuchase this one yet as I will choose from Pepsi and Daytona steel. Not both. Thanks, excellent review 👏🙂
I love this watch, and with oyster bracelet. White gold looks fantastic but SS is a much wiser choice, IMO. I love the watch so my I bought one from Shenzhen City. Saved a packet. Fun fact: No one knows any different. And when it’s all about looks and telling the time mine does the job. 😂 I saved so much I bought a Submariner as well. Ain’t life great! 😂😂😂
It's good to reward ourselves sometimes . While I'm not one to spend on high-end watch (I spend too much money on travel, lol), I can appreciate your gorgeous and timeless watch. I love how it's a symbol of all your hard work.And i choose nkuwan every time honestly
My AD offered me the previous one on Jubilee and I hadn’t seen it before and when I went in to pick it up I saw it and said no. I’ve never been into the coloured ceramics. And the jubilee bracelet the way Rolex do it now is a bit too chonky. Aluminium bezels have such a better colour and sheen.
I want it 🤪 i received my daytona 6 montgs ago but i am still hangry and i can forget this pepsi on oyster bracelet. Your video is awesome. Rolex must pay you for doing a such review😉
Many thanks Hafiz always a pleasure consume your content! Just one point about the dial, it’s not the same black of a regular sub; in the Pepsi the Dial is a black matte, more vintage effect, I really enjoy it with the new blue and red tone and the oyster brazalete. It’s like the very first Pepsi released in 1955 ( I only missed the polish center link…)
I appreciate the content, but this is a watch MANY people can afford. Many guy will never buy because Rolex AD's receive very few GMT's per year. They sell them to a few select VIP clients (who usually flip these watches), or watch flippers/independent dealers.
@@nomansland120 Not here in Chicago. We have very few AD's and one Rolex flagship store for a tri-state area. Huge of demand and younger guys are getting into Rolex. Do the math/population ratios. So our waitlist lines are long. Even wealthy guys can't get what they want. They buy what is offered, and what they can take to stay in the good graces of the AD for a Patek or AP. That makes the scarcity worse. Add wealthy tourists that drop thousands on watches & jewelry, corporate clients, concierges, and independent dealers buying stock for their stores (flippers). This is only for Rolex, Patek Nautilus/Aquanaut, & AP one trick pony Royal Oak. Everything else in the world you can find right now at a discount.
@@Milofchg I am well aware of the situation, I'm just telling you that larger AD's get probably 50-100 of GMT's per year. On any given day they will have at least a GMT Master + a Submariner hidden away in the back, available for anyone with comes in to spend serious money.
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"The joy you are missing is far more than the scratches you are saving"
Something I am having to come to grips with regarding my GMT Batman.
It's true. Great advice
The weight difference from the jubilee to the oyster is considerable! Hafiz, your attention to detail and points of reference on describing key points, on the Rolex Pepsi! Is above and beyond education perfection, I enjoy and admire your amazing Blogs, thank you!
That last line was perfection 🥰
So very true... use your watch and enjoy!
My Favourite GMT, especially on the Oyster ❤
What a beautiful timepiece!!! I want one…. Jubilee or Oyster… it doesn’t matter 👌
Hi Hafiz, do you borrow these from AD's or do you purchase them all with your own money?
Hi. Mostly none of the two, sometimes purchase, and many times borrow from friends/collectors around me.
The best professional model from Rolex. Absolutely stunning.
Superb as always, I can see me watching this one many many times!!
Great video as always Sir! I loved the wrist shots, they really showed off how the colors of the bezel change depending on the lighting! I am supposed to get my Pepsi later this year or early next year, and I have opted for the jubilee bracelet version, mainly because it was the countless pics of the Pepsi that made me admire the Jubilee bracelet to the point that I traded my Oyster bracelet white dial DJ41 for a Jubilee version in blue (sprung for the fluted bezel as well this time). My Rootbeer and Bluesy also already have the Oyster bracelet, so it will be nice to have 2 of each type.
The only thing more perfect than a Pepsi on an oyster, is a Pepsi on a all-brushed oyster
Yes I feel the same way. The polished center link suggests this a watch for special occasions and not for daily wear and tear. But that’s the whole point for a GMT - Daily use. I’m sure the polished links are easy to polish though? this can be done at home. Forgot the name of the stuff I use, but feel free to message me and I’ll find out for you bro
@@ph1loto brush the polish off?
What do you use?
Cheers!
Absolutely gorgeous watch produced by Rolex…one of my favorites 👍
Finally, waiting for this since April 2021 !! Perfect Hafiz bhai
Me since march 2021....
Thank you Hafiz. This is indeed a fine watch, if you can obtain one. Your reviews are so good that I have this feeling that companies like Rolex will follow your work closely, and respond to any criticism offered. You are doing us a great service! I agree that we watch guys look at the watch before we look at the time! 😀
Rolex listening to its customers and responding to critiques? Yeah good luck with that!
@@gmshadowtraders "Good luck with that???" It's in the same category as being able to buy one then! And I saw a unicorn the other day! 😉
Fantastic vid as usual!! Congrats Hafiz!!
Rolex GMT Master II "Pepsi". Beautiful watch no matter what bracelet it is on. And nice review with sound and valuable advice in closing words !
My favorite macro watch channel, excellent video once again
Hi, I see in most of your videos you have a film protection on your watches. Can you tell me what film they are? Thx
Once again, the best watch content videos on RUclips! Great work!
Just ordered one from my AD to go with my SD 43 after watching this video. Thanks!
Hafiz, I may be early enough that the 4K version of this video hasn't fully encoded yet but the quality seems to be stuck at 360p while other videos I checked are running higher resolutions (so I don't ~think~ it's anything on my side). Might be worth checking!
Same here. Maybe just wait a bit.
Same here
Many thanks for the feedback. RUclips unfortunately can take a couple of hours before the vid is available in 4K after uploaded and processed.
Can you try again now and let me know if it shows in 4K?
It does show for me as 4k.
Thanks again.
@@HafizJMehmood Working as expected now! Great video as always.
Amazing quality as you would expect but an even better review. Great work as always Hafiz
As usual, great content! From the Master Narrator of Ultra High End Horology!
IMO jubilee bracelet Is nice only on the datejust. I prefer Oyster all the way..the Pepsi Is beautiful and Iconic , love It!
I bought the Pepsi Oyster I also tried the jubilee Pepsi dude the jubilee is horrible so horrendous bracelet I’ve always liked the Oyster better than Jubilee The jubilee belongs to the date just that’s it too feminine as well
Love your videos and honest watch reviews ! Greatings from germany!
Great job as always! Love those macro shots - keep them coming!
Not sure whether or not I prefer the Pepsi on an oyster or jubilee bracelet though...
It’s strange, Pepsi looks better on jubilee and batman on oyster. Imo anyway
@@yasarmo that’s my preference right now as well.
Your videos are masterful. There should be an Oscar for this kind of thing
Too kind 🙏
"And the Oscar to the best watch review goes to ..."
Owned the 126710BLRO. It wasn’t even close to meeting my expectations. It left my collection after 3 months.
Could you please elaborate on that ? What were the reasons ?
@@RecordSisi hi, sorry for the late answer…the problems were poor finishing on dial and bezel. Furthermore the red and blue colors of the bezel in sunlight looked like plastic.
It went to RSC to replace the poorly finished parts. I thought I would give it a second chance after it came back, but the initial disappointment always followed me -like a curse I guess.
@@RecordSisi Oh, and I have the feeling that QC has seriously gone down the drain at Rolex.
I also own a 116710BLNR, and none of the above QC issues are true to my BLNR.
Also, when comparing the bezel action on both, the BLRO always felt a bit “scratchy”.
You can tell Rolex has upped their production and trying to meet the demand with quality obviously suffering.
@@EscapePlan97 no worries . The notification system doesn't help haha .
It's weird because the latest statement of Rolex was that they wouldn't decrease QC in order to provide more pieces .
I also know that the Pepsi Bezel is pretty hard to do therefore the color is not as clean compared to the oldest versions ...
The king is back! In steel, on the Oyster bracelet.
Just got mine from the A.D. Absolutely breathtaking watch.
Good video, but slight correction, Batman was introduced 8yrs ago, 2013. Watch collectors attention to detail😉
Great sentiment at the end! I've always struggled with this tradeoff.
Another stunningly produced and detailed video, you and the TWC are my two “ go to” channels. I spent weeks choosing between the Batman and Pepsi, went for the Batman, but I am still wanting the Pepsi 🙄
Your videos are extremely well made and your narrative is spot on. Well done
Gorgeous piece…Excellent review as always. I do believe the GMT Master was introduced in 1954 (not 1959).
Thanks. The GMT was indeed introduced in 1954. The first Pepsi GMT was introduced in 1959.
I wasn’t talking about GMT in general in this video, rather the Pepsi version.
Thanks for watching.
@Hafiz J Mehmood the 6542 had the red and blue bezel in 1954, though...
@@Channel-io1di correct, the gmt pepsi was made in 1954(it was a pepsi) with the red/blue bezel so pilots can distinguish the difference in time zones from day (red) and night (blue)
Great watch!! Great Content....NIce Video MAte :)
I love the Pepsi, but I love the Batman on jubilee a bit more.
Perfect review as always 👍🏻
I picked up my Pepsi last month. Wanted the Oyster, but got the Jubilee. Well, getting it from the AD @ list, I can’t complain 😄. After this review, I have decided to order the oysterband additionally
hey robert! I noticed you're dutch as well! was this possible?
@@desmostradale actually haven’t done it yet. Kind of busy right now with work, so no time for visits to the shop, but my AD already got me a new additional Oysterband last year for my Sub, so I am confident I will get another one for the Pepsi
@@desmostradale I’ve asked the AD, and no they will not supply me the additional Oyster. Seems to be against Rolex policy. So if you know a way to get the Oyster bracelet for a reasonable price, please let me know
@@robertvanderpoel7721 hey robert, I have a near mint condition oyster still and if your jubilee is the same we could trade! let me know :)
Great video as always! Your video production and narration is 🔥
Great video for a great watch. Your thoughts and impressions are interesting to listen.
Excellent opinion off my favourite watch
Keep up the good work
حافظ .. السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته.
أنت رائع والمحتوى الذي تقدمه رائع ، لم أشاهد أحد يقدم محتوى مثل ما تقدمه أنت ، لن ينافسك أحد. الى الأمام، وفقك الله وبارك فيك. 👏👏👍👍❤️❤️
never been to rolex fan until this video wow !!! amazing video
Stunning… another dream watch!
HJM , I have a BATMAN on a jubilee ( retail ) which I like very much. if we could purchase Rolex pieces - I would like to add this. - your close ups - just artistic .love the way the red & blue marry on the bezel . be safe ~ JDS/CT
i bought mine because of your video. As per you said, steel for a long run and i chosed pepsi instead of the batgirl that i asked before. One request please, i heard there are colors difference on the pepsi ceramic bezel from 2018 until now? maybe you can make a comparison video for me and us as a fans. thanks a lot and best of luck for you always.
Your videos are so good it makes me like watches that I hated 😂
Haha. Thank you, I think 😅
Bravo as always! The comment about scratches is bang on! Buy it and then love it by WEARING it! Every scratch will tell a story of adventure!! 😎
Wonderful review, Hafiz, thank you. Watch is good looking.
Nice video, I'm glad you've changed that strange face logo,👍
Could you get your hands on a Chronomaster Original 38 in black on bracelet?
I wish they would have given you the option for a glidelock clasp on the Yacht Master and GMT. Besides that, they wear great.
Polished center links are becoming dated to my eye. Would prefer a plain oyster option.
If your Rolex gmt master 2 turns only anticlockwise,what's up?
Very good review, I like how you review these watches especially the voice and under the macro views. Good job sir.
This is my holy grail! I'm on the dreaded "waiting list" with my AD. It will probably be the last watch I ever buy, if I am lucky enough to get a call back.
Likewise, except my Pepsi will be on jubilee as I already have the discontinued 116710 LN all black.
It won't be like this forever
I was hoping you would make a video of this one. I didn't phuchase this one yet as I will choose from Pepsi and Daytona steel. Not both. Thanks, excellent review 👏🙂
If I can get the Daytona at retail sell it and it’ll pay for the GMT at grey market lol
Did the font on the “Rolex” get a bit bolder or larger than the previous models?
I love this watch, and with oyster bracelet. White gold looks fantastic but SS is a much wiser choice, IMO. I love the watch so my I bought one from Shenzhen City. Saved a packet. Fun fact: No one knows any different. And when it’s all about looks and telling the time mine does the job. 😂 I saved so much I bought a Submariner as well. Ain’t life great! 😂😂😂
I wish the GMTs were 42mm so the explorer 2 could go back to 40mm. Anyway Rolex still not slimmed the GMT lugs, it's still using the 2010 super case.
The lugs are ambit smaller I heard.
Looks thin like the new 41 sub case.
11:22 Wise words.👍
always love your videos! but i think you put too many links at 6 and too few at 12
Great Video! The only problem is one can never buy those watches you are showing at AD ….
Nice! Another watch nobody can buy from a dealer
Rolex got a free ad on this channel
Best watch video channel 👍🏻
one of my dream watches ! one day....
It's good to reward ourselves sometimes . While I'm not one to spend on high-end watch (I spend too much money on travel, lol), I can appreciate your gorgeous and timeless watch. I love how it's a symbol of all your hard work.And i choose nkuwan every time honestly
I prefer the jubilee bracelet.
Is this a Mk 2 bezel? Or3?
It's mk3..
Best Rolex with best bracelet 🥃
You videos are amazing man.
Another killer video!
Could you review the new Omega Seamaster Master Chronometer, please? The Heritage 2021, 41mm, time-only version, that is!
My AD offered me the previous one on Jubilee and I hadn’t seen it before and when I went in to pick it up I saw it and said no. I’ve never been into the coloured ceramics. And the jubilee bracelet the way Rolex do it now is a bit too chonky. Aluminium bezels have such a better colour and sheen.
You present perfectly .
Nice watch, but I would prefer the red to be 'more red'
I want it 🤪 i received my daytona 6 montgs ago but i am still hangry and i can forget this pepsi on oyster bracelet. Your video is awesome. Rolex must pay you for doing a such review😉
I cant find this its been 4 years
I feel the jubilee is only meant for the Datejust / daydate
Do a Milgauss review
I believe it’s micro. Not macro.
Hafiz, another awesome video!, can you please do a video with the Batman vs Batman video? Keep up the great work.
Terrific watch
what's the point? no one can get one. i was in a town today and the second hand watch shop had more Rolex in than the AD next door..
Many thanks Hafiz always a pleasure consume your content! Just one point about the dial, it’s not the same black of a regular sub; in the Pepsi the Dial is a black matte, more vintage effect, I really enjoy it with the new blue and red tone and the oyster brazalete. It’s like the very first Pepsi released in 1955 ( I only missed the polish center link…)
Make a video in the most perfect watch you’ve ever micro filmed, I be interested to know.
2:08 Not true. Rolex sports watches were easy to buy and not expensive back in the day. And they were discounted too.
Grail watch? almost.... slap that meteorite dial on it and make it of white gold and yes, then I'm done looking!
Oyster looks much better on the GMT
I still like rootbeer the most
Somehow, the blue/red Pepsi dial just isn't as stunning as the red/black Coke dial on the GMT!!!
I still prefer BLNR because of more natural black/ blue bezel colors which represents night/ day
All fine and dandy, but get me one at retail!!
Seiko Prospex SSC947 Pogue Speedtimer Special Edition Solar Chronograph
finally upload this hot oyster bracelet 126710blro
Jubilee looks 20x better on the BLRO!
No it doesn’t
We are still waiting for the DD 40 Yellow gold classic!
You missed the case thickness dimension. Otherwise great video
Imagine a world where you save up that 10k and just walk in the store and buy the watch ....
I appreciate the content, but this is a watch MANY people can afford. Many guy will never buy because Rolex AD's receive very few GMT's per year. They sell them to a few select VIP clients (who usually flip these watches), or watch flippers/independent dealers.
AD Boutiques probably get around 50-100 pieces of these per year.
@@nomansland120 Not here in Chicago. We have very few AD's and one Rolex flagship store for a tri-state area. Huge of demand and younger guys are getting into Rolex. Do the math/population ratios. So our waitlist lines are long. Even wealthy guys can't get what they want. They buy what is offered, and what they can take to stay in the good graces of the AD for a Patek or AP. That makes the scarcity worse. Add wealthy tourists that drop thousands on watches & jewelry, corporate clients, concierges, and independent dealers buying stock for their stores (flippers). This is only for Rolex, Patek Nautilus/Aquanaut, & AP one trick pony Royal Oak. Everything else in the world you can find right now at a discount.
@@Milofchg I am well aware of the situation, I'm just telling you that larger AD's get probably 50-100 of GMT's per year. On any given day they will have at least a GMT Master + a Submariner hidden away in the back, available for anyone with comes in to spend serious money.