Bro. It’s a book. It’s not Wikipedia getting updated on the daily. The production numbers for the 12 references will be correct upto a few months before publication of the book. Calculate the numbers from there.
@@oysterman962 who knows? There are way more hulks out there than people think. It’s just that those looking for a black sub have so many options. Not that this is proof, but there are 540 116610LNs on C24 and 548 116610LVs !!!
@@oysterman962nah I don't think so tbh, 22k units of the Hulk would be too rare, I still see them pop up all the time in the secondary market. I think the 228k units sounds believable.
@@lettuce1305 Maybe Eric has misinterpreted the numbers. Could 415k just be the no-date Sub? Surely it's not including the date version? There must be much more black ceramic date Subs made.
@@RonR227 You need a back up in case your watch fails at 3900m? Why don't they just make a gigantic version of it so humans can fit inside it to dive that deep.
When calculating your ratios in the instance of hulks to subs you need to sum the totals then calculate the % of that derivative from the total. Hulks to sub isn’t 2:1 it’s more like 3:1 closer to your perceptive assumption of 4:1.
Thanks for the unboxing! I'm interested to see if they come out with these books for other models. Could we see one for the GMT or Daytona in the future?
@@oysterman962I'll be looking forward to that I've always wondered how many 1655 were made. I also it would break down the numbers between the black dial and the white dial for the 16550, 16570, and 216570
This book will spike demand for some early models and overall modern Subs imho. A PR game from the king of branding. Amazing the SD4K was only 27,000 models. Fairly scarce given the hundreds of thousands built of other models.
Given the SD4K is a modern steel Rolex, 27k units is actually rare. It's made in an era where Rolex already makes 1 million watches a year. There are hundreds of thousands of subs made from the same era and the 5 digit preceramic 16600 has a production number of 177k. It's not even much higher than the 1665 in which 22k units were made.
The last black 40 mm ceramic Sub 116610 LN was produced around 415,000 times, while the 116610 LV Hulk was produced around 228,000 times, or about half as often. 😮You see them much, much less often than the black one though. Could the much more frequent occurrence of a black one be an indication of the mass of fakes that exist? We know that the black Sub Date is the most counterfeited Rolex of all.
Reason Bond wore Rolex is the original book (Ian Fleming - "Casino Royale" - published in 1953) So 007 wearing Rolex was in the novel from the get-go, not a later "paid promotion" thing. (Ian Fleming himself wore a "Explorer" model)
As an example: Zenith‘s entire production in a year is 12,000 and we think a Sub is „rare“ if 22,000 were produced of a single model. That’s also pretty much the annual production of Vacheron Constantin…. Crazy world.
They're rare in the context of Rolex overall production numbers and demand. Although other brands may make fewer watches, there could be fewer demand for them.
@@cookingwithwatches Honestly I think the Italian Mondani Collection series is a better scholarly and useful publication for serious collectors. This authorized publication is more a coffee table photo book. The only useful information I find is the production numbers. Otherwise just go into a Rolex AD and pick up a complimentary copy of the Rolex magazine.
Eric, what an amazing and insightful review of the book and how it goes into the amazing history of this watch. Watching your review made me go order the book.. can't wait to get my own copy. Thanks for your review and input on my favorite Rolex model..
Got mine in the mail last week. Awesome coffee table book and a real collector’s item for Submariner aficionados but the one thing that bugs me is when you lay down the book facing up the text “Submariner” on the side of the book is upside down. Why 🤷🏻♂️
Thanks Eric! Looking forward to receiving my copy. Sounds like a great read. I like the fact it's not just the Sub, but also the Seadweller and Deepsea. Very surprised by the Hulk production figure. I suspect most of them ended up in Asia. Green is a lucky colour in China I read.
As the book is authorized by the manufacturer, many people will have to revise "their number". I would have like to hear the ration Sub/Sub Date? Thanks Eric
Rolex has always been keen on marketing, originally a retailer. The overall slump in luxury now, I find the timing of this book to be planned and executed with purpose.
Thanks for the info. Don't know how you got the book already because I had to pre-order it for October 28 release. I'm looking forward to receiving mine. Bought my 16610 back in 1991 and still wearing it to this day.
@@oysterman962 that's a great observation. It was assessed and by the report it made it sound like junk, everything needed replacing. For a 20+ year old watch, worn daily, what would you expect. No I did not go for case refinishing, dial/handset or bezel/bezel insert. However the bracelet clasp, did need replacing, it was cracking, not something I was aware of. I am trying to keep it as original as possible, there is some pleasure in owning a watch that looks worn in. As handsome as the 124060 is, I am not certain that it is for me.
@@james-t1l3eIt's a watch that will last many lifetimes. They say 'the last of the best' of the pre-ceramic Subs. It's arguably the most notable one watch collection piece, versatile for all occasions. I own the tritium 14060 and I love it. I have over 30 watches but whenever I'm in a hurry and can't decide which watch to wear, I always grab my 14060. The weight, the size, the fit and design goes well with a suit just as it does with shorts and tshirt. Initially my grail watch was always the 116600 Sea-Dweller. However they are relatively rare and expensive so I bought a very well priced 16600 in unworn condition. A few years later I had the opportunity to purchase a pristine full set 16613 Bluesy from a doctor who received it as a Christmas present from his wife but never wore it. Still has sticker on the back. Unpolished. The purchase invoice is dated 23rd December 1997! Funny to think it was probably a last minute Christmas present purchase back in the days when you could just rock up to a Rolex AD and buy watches on the spot. Also, the papers had the doctor's address on it. I looked him up and discovered he still practices in the same New York address. Talk about provenance!
I pre-ordered this book on Amazon but it will no be released until October 28th! I wonder why. I didn't realize it was available now from other retailers.
My man…you answered your own damn question…how can they put a number on a piece that still in production?….easy peasy,..the numbers are based on the date of the data capture for the book….it doesn’t take much imagination to figure that one out 🤔 I would bet if you actually ‘read’ the book, there will be a mention of it…my guess is, exactly for those unable to figure it out for themselves 🤣
Great video. This just shows how much of Rolex is just hype and how much of a great marketing job they have done. If you bought another brands watch which they said was limited production and the said they made 27,000 you would feel scammed. Rolex, not rare, not special and definitely not worth the money.
The book doesn't break down the dial variants within a reference unfortunately. So there's no way of knowing exactly how many Double Red 1665 have been made.
You can really tell how much this guy reads. He’s surprised a book doesn’t come in a box? I have thousands of books never in my life has one come in a box. What do you expect from a guy who wears sunglasses and a hat indoors?
Bond was *not* the first Rolex brand ambassador, Mercedes Gleitze was back in the 1920s, her story is even on the Rolex website - your knowledge of the brand is shocking 😂
Eric's title of this video is clearly misleading since he NEVER read the book! Eric takes out the book as soon as it comes in from DHL. He flips through the book pointing our large print & pictures like a pre-K child. He never takes off his dark sunglasses. I am not sure what his gig is, but before he entitles the video "the shocking truth about the new Rolex book", don't you have to read it first? Makes me wonder if this RUclips star turned watch trader ever verifies that the watches he sells are authentic or not.
This is now my favourite watch channel on RUclips , such great content and done superbly, well done sir and I got my favourite watch at MAMACOO，it hasn’t left my wrist for weeks
Bro. It’s a book. It’s not Wikipedia getting updated on the daily. The production numbers for the 12 references will be correct upto a few months before publication of the book. Calculate the numbers from there.
Literally
I think the Hulk numbers are an oversight or misprint. More like they added an extra digit in error.
@@oysterman962 who knows? There are way more hulks out there than people think. It’s just that those looking for a black sub have so many options. Not that this is proof, but there are 540 116610LNs on C24 and 548 116610LVs !!!
@@oysterman962nah I don't think so tbh, 22k units of the Hulk would be too rare, I still see them pop up all the time in the secondary market. I think the 228k units sounds believable.
@@lettuce1305 Maybe Eric has misinterpreted the numbers. Could 415k just be the no-date Sub? Surely it's not including the date version? There must be much more black ceramic date Subs made.
The Rolex Deepsea is the best watch in the world. I have 2 so far, working on the new gold one next
So so true
@@RonR227 You need a back up in case your watch fails at 3900m? Why don't they just make a gigantic version of it so humans can fit inside it to dive that deep.
@@oysterman962 that was called the Titan
When calculating your ratios in the instance of hulks to subs you need to sum the totals then calculate the % of that derivative from the total. Hulks to sub isn’t 2:1 it’s more like 3:1 closer to your perceptive assumption of 4:1.
Thanks for the unboxing! I'm interested to see if they come out with these books for other models. Could we see one for the GMT or Daytona in the future?
The author has announced the Explorer will be published next.
@@oysterman962I'll be looking forward to that I've always wondered how many 1655 were made. I also it would break down the numbers between the black dial and the white dial for the 16550, 16570, and 216570
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
This book will spike demand for some early models and overall modern Subs imho. A PR game from the king of branding.
Amazing the SD4K was only 27,000 models. Fairly scarce given the hundreds of thousands built of other models.
Given the SD4K is a modern steel Rolex, 27k units is actually rare. It's made in an era where Rolex already makes 1 million watches a year. There are hundreds of thousands of subs made from the same era and the 5 digit preceramic 16600 has a production number of 177k. It's not even much higher than the 1665 in which 22k units were made.
The last black 40 mm ceramic Sub 116610 LN was produced around 415,000 times, while the 116610 LV Hulk was produced around 228,000 times, or about half as often. 😮You see them much, much less often than the black one though. Could the much more frequent occurrence of a black one be an indication of the mass of fakes that exist? We know that the black Sub Date is the most counterfeited Rolex of all.
Reason Bond wore Rolex is the original book (Ian Fleming - "Casino Royale" - published in 1953) So 007 wearing Rolex was in the novel from the get-go, not a later "paid promotion" thing. (Ian Fleming himself wore a "Explorer" model)
As an example: Zenith‘s entire production in a year is 12,000 and we think a Sub is „rare“ if 22,000 were produced of a single model. That’s also pretty much the annual production of Vacheron Constantin…. Crazy world.
They're rare in the context of Rolex overall production numbers and demand. Although other brands may make fewer watches, there could be fewer demand for them.
@@lettuce1305 Yes indeed. But I am still amazed of how massively produced these watches are and hence how high the demand is for them.
Yes but nobody wants zenith that’s why they only make 12000. If there was any demand they would make alot more of them
@@TimothyKasch-fm7bn Yes absolutely but I was more thinking about the rarity aspect. Obviously huge demand is there for Rolex and not for Zenith.
Rolex is 20% of the entire Swiss watch market. Of course the “rare” models are still higher numbers than brands who sell 10% of Rolex’s totals 🤦♂️
Thank you for the review. Hopefully they will authorize books for the rest of the watches
Yes they will. The author has confirmed the next book in the series will be the Explorer.
@@oysterman962 This is great news, thank you for sharing. The author is probably keeping the best for the last, Daytona and GMT.
@@cookingwithwatches There will be a waitlist for the grail models
@@oysterman962 make sense
@@cookingwithwatches Honestly I think the Italian Mondani Collection series is a better scholarly and useful publication for serious collectors. This authorized publication is more a coffee table photo book. The only useful information I find is the production numbers. Otherwise just go into a Rolex AD and pick up a complimentary copy of the Rolex magazine.
Eric, what an amazing and insightful review of the book and how it goes into the amazing history of this watch. Watching your review made me go order the book.. can't wait to get my own copy. Thanks for your review and input on my favorite Rolex model..
I'm genuinely impressed with how close MAMACOO were able to replicate every aspect of this very very goofy looking classic watch.
Got mine in the mail last week. Awesome coffee table book and a real collector’s item for Submariner aficionados but the one thing that bugs me is when you lay down the book facing up the text “Submariner” on the side of the book is upside down. Why 🤷🏻♂️
Watching this video and wearing a submariner. My favourite Rolex model.
@@skyworks1621 We now talk in production numbers. Are you wearing the 415k, 228k or the 298k version?
Thanks Eric! Looking forward to receiving my copy. Sounds like a great read. I like the fact it's not just the Sub, but also the Seadweller and Deepsea. Very surprised by the Hulk production figure. I suspect most of them ended up in Asia. Green is a lucky colour in China I read.
Can you read in those sunglasses indoors?
flippers dont need to know history!
He's actually blind.
He’s blind and the GOAT troll.
🐐 🧌
You new here chump ?
Can he read without them either?
yes we forget skuba diving is pretty new really and it only become possible for most people really in the 1960s
I wish they didn't do this. Half the appeal of Rolex is the mystery
Ceramic hulk was released in the Fall of 2010. I bought one for wife when released.
As the book is authorized by the manufacturer, many people will have to revise "their number". I would have like to hear the ration Sub/Sub Date? Thanks Eric
Rolex SD4K 116600 is "My Masterpiece"...........Many Thanks Bro for all your Contribution and Info given to the Watch Lover
Rolex has always been keen on marketing, originally a retailer. The overall slump in luxury now, I find the timing of this book to be planned and executed with purpose.
The fact there are more hulks than two tone subs is crazy
Maybe the current models already have a set production number, which isn’t yet reached?
Thanks for the info. Don't know how you got the book already because I had to pre-order it for October 28 release. I'm looking forward to receiving mine. Bought my 16610 back in 1991 and still wearing it to this day.
The silk bound version is available already. Normal version to follow 28th October.
I got 01 October in UK by amazon
There's a free PDF version on the Rolex website?
link?
Is there hell
I requested the PDF link from my AD and am currently on the waitlist.
@@simontvrner Now that's very funny...
@@simontvrnerhaha 👍 I’m still on the wait list for a returned call
On page 113 in picture of 4 comex one on bezel has only 3 instead of 30... wrong rendering and printing in book?
I have just submitted my 14060M, 2 liner, for RSC movement overhaul, this is a timely reminder of what a great watch it is. Well done Eric.
@@undermuscled7381 hope you didn't ask for a full polish, redial and new handset?!!
@@oysterman962 that's a great observation. It was assessed and by the report it made it sound like junk, everything needed replacing. For a 20+ year old watch, worn daily, what would you expect. No I did not go for case refinishing, dial/handset or bezel/bezel insert. However the bracelet clasp, did need replacing, it was cracking, not something I was aware of.
I am trying to keep it as original as possible, there is some pleasure in owning a watch that looks worn in. As handsome as the 124060 is, I am not certain that it is for me.
@@james-t1l3eIt's a watch that will last many lifetimes. They say 'the last of the best' of the pre-ceramic Subs. It's arguably the most notable one watch collection piece, versatile for all occasions. I own the tritium 14060 and I love it. I have over 30 watches but whenever I'm in a hurry and can't decide which watch to wear, I always grab my 14060. The weight, the size, the fit and design goes well with a suit just as it does with shorts and tshirt. Initially my grail watch was always the 116600 Sea-Dweller. However they are relatively rare and expensive so I bought a very well priced 16600 in unworn condition. A few years later I had the opportunity to purchase a pristine full set 16613 Bluesy from a doctor who received it as a Christmas present from his wife but never wore it. Still has sticker on the back. Unpolished. The purchase invoice is dated 23rd December 1997! Funny to think it was probably a last minute Christmas present purchase back in the days when you could just rock up to a Rolex AD and buy watches on the spot. Also, the papers had the doctor's address on it. I looked him up and discovered he still practices in the same New York address. Talk about provenance!
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
You should to merch tee with the watch Eric logo!
Gouging, how ironic. Isn’t that exactly what the gray watch market is all about.
For real
“16:02” only the real ones know. My grandfather had a Sub my dad has a Sub i was indoctrinated by my family without them even knowing.
I pre-ordered this book on Amazon but it will no be released until October 28th! I wonder why. I didn't realize it was available now from other retailers.
It’s the special more expensive (silk bound) version that is available now.
Ah, okay. Thanks!
My man…you answered your own damn question…how can they put a number on a piece that still in production?….easy peasy,..the numbers are based on the date of the data capture for the book….it doesn’t take much imagination to figure that one out 🤔 I would bet if you actually ‘read’ the book, there will be a mention of it…my guess is, exactly for those unable to figure it out for themselves 🤣
For that price they better show me how to make one.
Can’t wait to have it in my collection
I would like to get one! I know what I'm asking to my wife for Christmas this year. Thanks, great video!
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
I know you are a rolex man but man i have seen the omega seamaster green dial and its stunning
When did the first dive computers appear on the scene?
1:32 - complaining about shipping in a bag & suggest to ship it in a box while opening said box… 🤦♂️🤣
Hopefully this brings the price of the Hulk down even further. lol. I want one.
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
I'm waiting for the book on the Daytona, we'll be surprised I think...
Even the book will be an exhibition model only
Great video. This just shows how much of Rolex is just hype and how much of a great marketing job they have done. If you bought another brands watch which they said was limited production and the said they made 27,000 you would feel scammed. Rolex, not rare, not special and definitely not worth the money.
I love the Rolex submariner it’s a beautiful watch
Nice looking book. Hell of a watch
Bought today, looking forward to it ❤
Book’s wrapped better than a Kilo !
Did they give any production numbers for Serti Dial Subs?
The book doesn't break down the dial variants within a reference unfortunately. So there's no way of knowing exactly how many Double Red 1665 have been made.
Dope!
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
More marketing by Rolex, book is no doubt full of more lies
Nice 911 book there, Eric. Maybe a new Porsche video soon?
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
@@greenrush4313 Sorry what happened?
Glad I bought my 116600 kinda ticks all the boxes😊
Bro needs a bigger coffee table😂
Must be really bright on your set
Does the new Rolex book has anything about the new Rolex Deepsea 18k gold?
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
What happened?
@@maxvanrossem He almost choked to death in a sandwich shop. Crazy
@@maxvanrossem A friend of mmine knows Tim one of hes guys. He almost didnt get it out of his throat. hes lucky.
@@greenrush4313 that’s terrifying but also hilarious. Glad that he s ok
Thank you for all info
Got mine on order..
You can really tell how much this guy reads. He’s surprised a book doesn’t come in a box? I have thousands of books never in my life has one come in a box. What do you expect from a guy who wears sunglasses and a hat indoors?
he also wrote the official patek history book
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
Steven Spielberg directed Jaws
i'm too broke to even afford this book, yet a watch. lmao
Any mentions of the 5514 Eric?
Eric my man ☀️👍
A Rolex Sub is the best watch in the world?
🤔😒😂😂😂
Just sold my Hulk...
I’m on the fake wait list for this book,can’t wait to not get one
I love this new book
Jaws was directed by who?
Jaws 3-D
Peter Benchley wrote the book Jaws.
Concreted the submariner? Did they bury it?
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Bond was *not* the first Rolex brand ambassador, Mercedes Gleitze was back in the 1920s, her story is even on the Rolex website - your knowledge of the brand is shocking 😂
Did you miss the part about being a Sub book?
@@WestCoastAce27 No, did you miss the bit about him saying Bond was the first Rolex ambassador?
@@Graham-rc1cpyou knew what he meant.
@@WestCoastAce27 Ahh, okay, it’s not what he says, you have to interpret it 🤡
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
Eric's title of this video is clearly misleading since he NEVER read the book! Eric takes out the book as soon as it comes in from DHL. He flips through the book pointing our large print & pictures like a pre-K child. He never takes off his dark sunglasses. I am not sure what his gig is, but before he entitles the video "the shocking truth about the new Rolex book", don't you have to read it first? Makes me wonder if this RUclips star turned watch trader ever verifies that the watches he sells are authentic or not.
You don't think these grey market dealers actually read do you
The Daytona book coming soon is better
And the GMT Book👍👍👍👍
How much is the book?
£70 - £100 depending where you buy it
100 pounds. About $125 USD.
From a tool watch to a “fashion” watch.. 😂
SO SHOCKING. ENOUGH OF THE CLICKBAIT TITLES & THUMBNAILS OF YOUR HEAD
The Mondani books are the best.
Eric i heard what happened i hope u will be ok. I will say some prayers u pull threw it.
The way he says Hans Wilsdorf
This is now my favourite watch channel on RUclips , such great content and done superbly, well done sir and I got my favourite watch at MAMACOO，it hasn’t left my wrist for weeks