The Unexpected Evolution of the New Rolex Oyster Perpetual

[@M123OCT]

I own one Rolex watch, a 41mm Oyster Perpetual with black dial. I don't want or need another Rolex. It is a watch of quality, it is subtle and understated, and it defies the Rolex stereotype of ostentation. Perfection.

[@ID-Guy]

Beautifully said, Michael. The Stereotypes and Ostentatiousness of the professionals has soured a lot of peoples tastes and these, bringing us back down to earth is very refreshing. Clean & elegant. Thank you for the comment!

[@craigwatson6368]

But surely mentioning that you have a Rolex is being obtuse!

[@M123OCT]

@@craigwatson6368 A comment of support on a video about the Rolex Oyster Perpetual mentioning that I have one. Yeah, that's unusual. 🙄

[@craigwatson6368]

@@M123OCT I never said it was unusual! By mentioning that you have an OP; that could make you ostentatious. - not unusual!

[@M123OCT]

@@craigwatson6368 Yes, I mentioned that I have the 'cheapest', plainest, least ostentatious Rolex. If you're trying to make some point, let's just agree you've made it. This is getting a little tedious, so I'll leave it here. Thanks for your interesting and constructive comments.

[@Treetopflyer777]

Got the navy blue (Rolex calls it “bright blue”) 41 in September. Absolutely LOVE it. I went regular blue because for me it’s more traditional and less at risk of me getting tired of it. The new OP line is fantastic.

[@ID-Guy]

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[@yourydavydov5680]

Own 41mm OP silver dial 2020 model line and I love this watch

[@jeanlefranc3817]

Preferred the single rather than double markers at 3, 6 and 9. But the yellow, turquoise and red dials are extremely desirable.

[@ID-Guy]

My ideal combo would be the extended batons of the 114200 in a larger size (even with the new colour combo) I so wish I could influence Rolex in some way... sigh... Thanks for the comment Hervé!

[@marcoTOcom]

Agreed - the single batons look much better balanced, both in pics & in real life. I was very lucky in being able to get one of the new 2020 OP's from my AD, when it got released a few months ago. The single batons look fantastic in the metal. I suspect one of the reasons we respond well to the single baton version is that we see that classic dial design everywhere in airports & big cities which have Rolex AD's. The single baton dial is what's used on those big, oversized clocks in front of a Rolex boutique or in airport waiting areas. I like the OP dial single baton design over even an Explorer dial. The design is UR Rolex, whereas I find the typography for the current Explorer is already looking dated. The single baton design, on the other hand, has held up admirably, over the decades. If the 36mm fits you well, but you don't like the double batons, try the 34mm. I tried the 36mm and 34mm of the previous generation OP's before my current OP 34mm arrived, and I was surprised at how much I preferred the 34mm. The 36mm fit me fine, but the 34mm was even better. Fits under the cuff nicely, I barely notice I'm wearing it throughout the day. The size difference between the two is barely distinguishable. Also, the 34mm OP case apparently wears more like a vintage 36mm Explorer (1016). The case is, relatively speaking, beefy. And the lugs don't slope a lot, until the very last mm or so. Since I got it, the 2020 OP has become my daily work watch. It's a tasteful, understated, very under the radar piece. Highly recommended.

[@nathanf3230]

I agree, the single batons are nicer than the doubles. But the 3,6,9 dial of the Explorer (especially the 36mm) is the bees knees. That Explorer dial lay out, plus the Mercedes hands is 🤤

[@boboso648]

that white 39 is an instant classic. love it.

[@moneypots3037]

Green all the way!!

[@thepariswatchmaitresse5423]

Brilliant VLOG IDGuy, you are a true master at producing quality journalism & breaking down content very much enjoyed this 😍

[@ID-Guy]

Thank you Meghan, the opportunity to get another written video out again really drove me this week. Didn't expect it to run over 18 minutes BUT I've been told that these vids are perfect us insomniacs ;)

[@juantravis8832]

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[@graysonaydin916]

@Juan Travis instablaster =)

[@jeremydahm2124]

41. I haven't seen one wrist shot or roll of the OP 41 where it doesn't look too big. We focus on lug to lug but the dial size and bracelet size make such an impact. Hafitz compared the maxi case sub to the Explorer 39. The Ex 39 looks basically the same size despite the girth of the Sub case/lugs because of it's 2mm larger face. He did the DJ41 and the OP41 as well and the DJ looks fine but because of the 33mm dial, the OP heads into pilot watch territory. The 36 OP is it and looks properly SUBstantial because the bracelet and dial are the same dimensions as the Sub. Looks right, is right. Cheers. Great video.

[@nairncumming360]

Brilliant overview. I was very lucky 4 weeks ago when I was given the opportunity to buy the new OP41 in black dial. It's my second Rolex and I have to say it has immediately gone on my wrist as the "daily" watch. It's such a timeless classic already.

[@Mark..P]

Great to see you partnered with Chrono24, brilliant combination 👏 Personally I like the new OP and colours, something for everyone, fun and an attempt by Rolex to attract a new audience to the brand.

[@a.j.e4349]

Your voice is so captivating. The attention to detail in your video is spot on! Keep up the great work. Stay safe and Merry Christmas!!

[@chief_energy5404]

I agree, the 36 size allows the dial and bracelet to best harmonize on the wrist.

[@jacintaarthur4822]

Loved 🥰 this VLOG IDGuy, you did an amazing 🤩 job on this covering this range of Rolex’s it was beautifully put together my friend 🥰❌⭕️🙏

[@ID-Guy]

Thank you Jacinta! The subject has been on the table for months and the releases just helped bring the discussion around full circle. Great to have one final writeup before the end of the year ;) I hope you're all well and soaking up some rays!

[@reedgrabowski8314]

Your point made at 6:27 about "the essence of good design being as little design as possible" has foretold the Oyster Perpetual's longevity. And I agree with your closing point about "the basic organic function of telling time" serving as the principal characteristic of the OP. I have consciously decided that a future Rolex for me will be an OP. My preference has always been the 116000 with Arabic numerals. Yet now, the 34mm is drawing my attention and desire. As 2020 comes to a close, your story about the OP and its design IDGuy is a masterpiece to shutter this year of tribulation and thrust the community into hope for the New Year.

[@jhb072]

Hello. Your analysis on timepieces is extraordinary. I agree that the 39, especially back and white, should not have been removed. They are timeless. Your mention that the new OP is more of an accessory is on point. I was on a list for a white 39 and cannot fathom paying the grey market prices right now. Hoping they will soften.

[@ID-Guy]

Thank you Jonathan. It was great looking into all of these in more detail. As for the 39's... such a fail... and I'm sorry that you were one of the victims. Thinking about it more, maybe, just maybe the white dials were removed to make way for the debut of a new white dial Explorer come 2021? The only white dial OP sounds a lot more appealing than multiple (but this is all guesswork) ;)

[@WatchmanNiel]

@Strangely Brown I have been weighing these up, and find it hard to decide. Why do you feel the Explorer is that much better?

[@_sr]

Very good assessment of the op. Thanks.. Silver dial with yellow gold hands and indices look awesome!

[@eglantinefrancoisg.9243]

Great content @IDGuy: sharp analysis, very nice footage and great writing! Looking forward to the next one! And did you see the 5517 featured on your last week's live made 550K+ at the Phillips HK auction? Crazy but well deserved for this piece.

[@ID-Guy]

Thank you both so much. It's a subject I've wanted to address for a long time (and hope to get a lot more of these thought pieces going over the next few months) As for the auctions, I haven't been following any of them lately! Just been reading numbers on the McQueen Monaco and Paul Newman from today's Phillips auction. Imagine, A Milsub going for 550k... Just unreal. Mad world we're living in, right? I hope you're both keeping well in France!

[@Readyteddygo]

I’m a man and I wear an OP 34 in white. I went to the boutique specifically asking for the 34 and the SA asked me to try the 36 as well for comparison. We both agreed that the 34 looked better on me. I made the decision to buy it in about 5 minutes. I love it

[@Leventgursoy11]

Good decision if you like it. I personally like op36 black and white dials but double button model

[@russell996]

Great presentation, professional and inciteful are your trademarks. Keep up the great work and congratulations on the partnership with C24 - well deserved. 👍

[@timeless168capital8]

Well said & agree 100%.

[@zulu6ix290]

Most ppl that think 36mm is too small haven’t tried one on. Almost same for the 34. It’s a lot about the case, lug presence, thin bezel. I don’t like the 41mm size nor do I like the new colours. But I guess I’m the odd man out here. I’ve always liked the 36mm white grape or rhodium.

[@ID-Guy]

I concur, the smaller sizes feel much more "considered" to me. Less for the sake of presence and more for the sake of a relationship between the case and bracelet (you're not the only odd man out) ;)

[@reedgrabowski8314]

You are not the odd man out in my book. 34mm and 36mm are classic sizes.

[@louisholland3057]

Go back 20 years and 36 was normal dress size and 39-41 was big and sport/utility size and almost only pilot watches were above that. Go back 50 years 37-38 was called jumbo. No doubt 34-36 is the classic dresswatch size and 39-40 is the modern dress size

[@dappolajon7008]

@@louisholland3057 lol mans said go back 20 years for what??

[@louisholland3057]

@@dappolajon7008 to see how case sizes have evolved

[@underachievingwatchcollect1878]

Great video on the OP 👍! It seems Rolex hit this out of the park and can do no wrong! I think collectors are “hoarding “ the new OP’s fearing some of the dial colors will be discontinued in short order. Best regards

[@mjolnir9030]

I would like to thank you for compiling an excellent video on the history and design on the Rolex OP model. I recently bought a 39mm OP in black for many of the points you cover in this video. I have a collection of professional series Rolex models, but wanted a timepiece that captures the essence of simplicity in a modest case size. In my mind the 39mm OP is that perfect watch.

[@vidalaguilera7603]

The OP is a timeless watch to me.

[@ID-Guy]

And the least pretentious by miles (bonus points) ;)

[@midas1929]

@@ID-Guy Because Rolex has a special issue that other brands don't have that much. It is like driving up in an A-class or an S-class. Whereas with a PP you just have a PP and with an Omega you just have an Omega. The double batons are a deal breaker for me. Explorer stays favorite.

[@neelsengupta662]

Excellent video as always! I don't like the latest releases, but it's my personal preference as I don't like the loud colours

[@ID-Guy]

They have shifted into a different area with these. I'm wondering if it will leak into their other models in the future (like the datejusts) - There's a market for everyone now though, the young bloods and those who prefer the traditional approach. Thank you for the comment Neel!

[@truebluemiata]

Thank you! What a beautiful lineup, all the way up the last versions. They're the only Rolex I'd consider. But the new colors? Reminds me of the new Seiko 5 line, and. not in a good way. (And if I never heard the words 'Submariner' & 'Daytona' again it'd be too soon.)

[@tubingforever]

The new colors are a home run! Just got into a waiting line for the coral red 36mm. Hottest watch I've EVER seen!

[@davidr362]

the green dial is stunning!!!!!

[@davidr362]

and underrated compared to the tiffany dial

[@treehugger3615]

The "Tiffany blue" works amazingly well.

[@_baller]

I have a 1960s Oysterdate manual, it's fantastic and not "small", very classy

[@JiTamp]

One of the reason I keep my 214270 Mk II as the 39mm fits me well. Great video as alway. Cheers...

[@ID-Guy]

Gotta love the 39mm's... Soon they will all be a thing of the past. It's quite a shame, but hey! Rolex has a new agenda (whatever it is) - I hope you'll be getting some time to rest over the holiday season before the flying kicks off again!

[@JiTamp]

IDGuy Thanks IDGuy, actually i have to work during the Christmas. You take care, my friend.

[@masoncnc]

As a one and done OP41 owner I can attest that the what seems like a bold choice of Yellow dial, it really blends in with surroundings and is quite natural. Not bold or loud at all.

[@DonLee1980]

39mm rhodium dial with blue accents was the best looking OP. Shame they don't make it in 41mm now.

[@kevincrawfordphoto]

Well Crafted. Well Delivered. 👍

[@ID-Guy]

My pleasure and thank you Kevin. Had to end the year with a decent writeup, right? ;)

[@tl7535]

Fantastic take on the OP line. I opted for the white dial 34mm, and you’re absolutely correct, it does wear like a 36. I call it “vintage fit”. The case and bracelet are very well balanced on my 6.75” wrist. As far as difficulty reading the time at a glance? Not at all, very clear, easy to read dial. Only trouble telling time is in darkness when the lume isn’t fully charged.

[@mikegeary2112]

Well done. The OP certainly is coming on. I couldn't agree more about the loss of the 39mm.

[@jamesarthur9615]

IDGuy you are becoming such a master at this, a Horology Genius, your work goes from strength & no one on KZbin comes close to telling a story in the way that you do, all I can say as a person who has watched you develop from day one to your journalism now I am so very proud 🥲 of you and know that while your journey may of just begun your professionalism while staying true to your integrity is such a unique thing to find in a person.

[@ID-Guy]

This means so much to me, especially coming from you. Over the last few weeks even with a bit of fatigue, I’ve felt so inspired to get back into it again and work on it better. Rekindle the passion again by looking at it from a different angle. It feels like a lot of us have been struggling with finding a balance between this hobby and our lives (sounds like many have been dedicating all of their time to it) and repetition is draining. Sometimes all it takes a few distractions and less overthinking to bring that enjoyment back again. Watches to me have always been a conduit for so many other things and I cannot wait to dig deeper. And if life has taught me anything, being true to yourself will mean that you’re never alone - hopefully I’ve been able to bring some positivity into someone else’s world ;) Ralph Waldo Emerson's “Success” said it best. Keep taking care of yourself, James.

[@danielkatz7516]

@@ID-Guy love this , thx for sharing .....that’s why i watch The kaminsky method , alan arkin. Mike douglas , that is real, ...that’s why i’m doing stand up workshops , at san francisco comedy college on zoom , on writers circle with friends on zoom , that’s why i enjoy my Ming 17.06 copper and Monolith

[@sparrowhawk5485]

Refreshingly simplistic. Functionally accomplished.

[@English2Elvish]

Before the Explorer, there was the OP. I think it serves as both your first Rolex (entry) and, if a itch persists, your starter Rolex. But can indeed serve as a only Rolex needed.

[@ID-Guy]

It just feels like one of those watches that you'd never feel the want to replace. It just does all that a simple Rolex needs (also just love how it is what made the modern brand what it is today) Thanks for the comment, brother!

[@bboooobbyy]

That presumes that any Rolex is 'needed' hahaha

[@English2Elvish]

@@ID-Guy Cheers. Been following along for about a yearish. I landed on your channel from desperately looking up info on the white dial 116500ln, it is, unobtainable. I have talked to my AD, in the works for the Tudor Chrono S&G which I love! I seriously really like it alot - and I normally don't like yellow gold, or two tone, or black dials - but it just works. The dial dots I don't mind, but my only critique I can add to is yes, the snow-flake hour hand is a bit much. I otherwise am trying to (in lieu of waiting sooner for a 116500) hoping to get a 116519ln, the WG with grey(silver) dial on a Oysterflex, which has won me over even more than the 500ln! I think in obtaining that, it may be down to a "one-watch-collection" for me - though I'll love the Tudor (even eyeing the BB58), would love a OP, Explorer, and eventually a Sub ND, and a Sub Bluesy... and a Patek 5119g... but then, we're talking too many and too much. I'd be happy indeed with the 116519 - just as 116500 at retail, but for the grey market prices (and my conversion rates [CAD] ) I might as well try for a WG at retail vs SS on grey.

[@shaheenevans]

Great insights into OP line thank you, ordered 36mm silver for Mrs and 41mm Tiffany blue for me, adding to my collection and more daily than my hulk like my bb58 navy - love the color expression. The Mrs only wanted one watch so the silver and gold it was. Keep up the great work.

[@Chris_BQ]

I am on a waitlist for the 41 yellow OP and SO excited, granted it couldn't be my only watch, but the combination of Rolex's truest essence with that fun pop of colour makes this one so desirable...

[@ID-Guy]

I'm starting to get it more and more. Took a bit of time for the idea of these colours to settle in, but I could see myself rocking a Tiffany blue. Why not? I hope you manage to grab one soon, man. Something to look forward to in the new year! Thank you for the comment

[@Chris_BQ]

@@ID-Guy same here, when released I wasn't invested a lot. But they started growing on me. The Tiffany blue also is such a cool summer watch... All the best Chris

[@timeless168capital8]

Brilliant VLOG IDGuy, Genius.

[@Landmantx]

My wife got the 36mm and I got the 41 and we both love our OPs. Major leap forward for the OP both in movement and design imo.

[@herbmerced7780]

Love the green dial...

[@blueshirtbuddah1665]

Another fantastic video IDGuy. Rolex has breathed new life into their core entry level watch, which was getting a little stale. I do like the new 41mm, but the 39mm will be missed.

[@ID-Guy]

Great to see you Blueshirt! I hope they're not working you to the bone over there! Looking forward to our catchup on the 20th and take care of yourself in NYC

[@JiiHate]

The diameter of the 41mm is actually about 39.5mm.

[@boboso388]

OP’s are in a great space now. The 39 was perfect. It’s a shame they discontinued (especially the white dial….perfect) it.

[@advertusmedia]

Nice, but when you see the gray dealers on Chrono 24 looking for twice the retail for these... PASS!

[@g.b.4488]

Great Video! Thank you 🙏

[@mgb1971]

Another great video from IDGUY. He loves to spoil us with great content and has a voice that will bring your blood pressure down. BTW 2.2 million for the Tag Heuer "Le Mans" Monaco and 5.4 million for the Newman Daytona.....Phillips Auction.

[@ID-Guy]

Hahaha "bring your blood pressure down" - You flat(line)ter me, sir ;) Haven't even been keeping tabs of the Auction going on today... getting this video prepped behind the scenes has been manic! I'm so keen to check out the results! Thank you for reminding me, B Dev!

[@Valera_Scotland]

I really wanted a 36mm OP ("steel" or white dials with arabic numbers - pre 2020)... But the way this Rolex craze is going, by the time I manage to save up (a few years at least), it is likely to be out of my price range again! It's frustrating and makes me want to stick with Hamilton / Omega and micro brands... It's a shame that prices can't be steady, and at some point when I see a mark-up of 20-50% on the grey market, I start to wonder "What else could I get for £6000 ! Is that really worth it??!??!".... Frustrated with this brand to be honest. Yes - beautiful watches, but also a lot of stress trying to even see one in the flesh ! Maybe that's why so many people are going crazy for them - the harder it is to get, the more you want one...

[@styleiteverywhere114]

Got the op36 green..love it☘️

[@PINKFL0YD-s2h]

Always loved this especially in the 39.The purity of the design is perfect with no date. If they would get rid of the damn 2nd hand...

[@mr.sirhoffer5553]

Just got the OP 41 with silver dial....love it....depending on the lighting it ranges from champagne to silver to white....can't take my eyes off it. While I do enjoy the larger size - larger wrists than most people, I do feel like they should have kept the 39 as I agree that it's "the perfect" size for most....but in my case, I'm glad they went to a 41.

[@andymac5749]

U missed the new 124200 34mm which also got a new movement. Latest pick up so feeling hard done by! 😆 Nice vid

[@impexRQ]

Great video/ outstanding 👌🏻

[@ID-Guy]

My pleasure Rodrigo and thank you as always, brother!

[@realrockrolla]

The new OP 41 is the best Rolex ever made

[@mdtaylor2274]

My Holy Grail will be the OP41 with the fluted bezel. I love the smooth bezel but it'll show scratches. Nice video mate 👍

[@MarkMphonoman]

You brought up some excellent points. 👍

[@Z900RSHinotama]

Thanks for good video. Recently I bought OP candypink 36mm:) It’s my first Rolex. Now I became big fan of Rolex:)♡

[@pkhuang]

White op 34 checking in, glad I was able to buy it before the refresh. Thanks for your insight!

[@cca1354]

3:29 what year and model is it??

[@tyarnold4088]

The oyster perpetual is the best Rolex watch. Simple with class.

[@blessedlion5329]

Debatable

[@lobos887]

Hey Idguy a question, Since you are into guitars do you see watch manufacturers going down routes of "relicing" watches? With faux patina and older case and dial design being somewhat in trend at the moment I wonder if we will see companies take steps to recreate popular watches all the way down to the fine details. I know when it started on guitars it was highly criticized but now companies like fender have special divisions dedicated solely to making high spec recreations. I even saw some micro brand that pre-"damages" watches. would like to hear your thoughts on something that would probably never happen.

[@ID-Guy]

There's such a similarity between guitars and watches in this area, it's uncanny. just got back into them recently and started watching a lot more guitar content - considering starting a channel for guitars as a sideline gig ;) But the "Relic" and "Heavy Relic" and "Vintage Reissues" feel so true to what we see with watches. Imagine they do go to the length of literally beating them up and selling them as new? Something tells me that brands wouldn't go that far for watches... we are dealing with "jewellery" here instead of "instruments" but a fascinating notion! I'd love to make a video about it! Thank you for the question around this!

[@lobos887]

@@ID-Guy Thanks for the reply! You are right they're are quite a bit of similarities between the two, popular designs dating back to the 50s-70s that fit well in modern styles. I would agree that it would be hard pressed to see anyone beating up a fine piece of jewelry to match a popular product of older days, but it would be interesting to see if anyone had the idea or the nerve to try. Hoping you start the guitar channel it would be nice to hear your thoughts on those too!

[@JinKee]

@@lobos887 were you thinking of the “shipwreck” watches and faux patina tropic dial watches that have colors that look like they have already faded?

[@vilas4265]

Fantastic video brother, very informative and right balance of pictures and content. I was on the waiting list for the white 39 and was gutted to find out it had been discontinued. While the new colours are nice, are they timeless? Probably not. But then those who buy the extravagant colours probably don’t consider this is as a requirement!

[@ballaz7307]

Damn i saw the OP's with the Tiffany Dial are already by 12-15k 🥺 they going down sometime because they restock or they only going up? im new into watches and wanna get a tiffany one 😩 i don’t want homages or fakes

[@tiongloo5310]

Looking forward to an Explorer 1 in a white dial, new movement with 72 hours power reserve n at 39 mm. Cheers.

[@ID-Guy]

It would be epic. 2021 is the year... everyone seems to feel like the Exp and Exp2 will get a refresh. Better start coming up with concepts now, right? ;)

[@tomclowes5874]

I would be tempted to pick up a 36op if it wasn't for hoping to see a few updates to the explorer

[@tiongloo5310]

Not happening this year. Sighs.

[@Nefville]

Congrats on your engagement IDGuy, you're definitely marrying UP! 🎉🥳🥂🍾

[@ID-Guy]

Haha! Oh, I wish I was getting engaged, Nefarion ;)

[@_baller]

I would say yes it's using the apple scheme of three off-colors to choose from, but normally Tudor would handle the risky color choices

[@Jimmy-ik9is]

We miss the white dial so much .. I hope it will come back in 41 ... 😞

[@ID-Guy]

It really is one of the biggest shames that they disappeared. Hold on, maybe this is telling us that we will see a white dial Exp released this year? The ONLY White dial OP? interesting...

[@nestopoeta]

I wanted a sub my whole life I now want that Tiffany dial op!!

[@thetaingsto]

I want that Rolex with the light blue dial. It has grail potential for me. Bad to see the prices climbing sky hogh on this one :/

[@ID-Guy]

I'd also love one of the tiffany models... but it looks like they're the most in demand... Just our luck again, right?

[@thetaingsto]

Yeah :/ looks like I have shift my Fokus back again on buying a 1016 haha

[@lanesplitter8836]

love this video!

[@myr0nalter]

Awesome video, looking forward to get the OP 41 in silver

[@erikwitkowski]

Another great video. I believe you mean secondary, not gray market. Gray market means new watches being sold by dealers who are not authorized dealers.

[@luisdiazsantana00]

Great video, thanks!

[@mkphilly]

Bought the 124300 white dial rose outline batons.... soo nice

[@smitty923]

I love my 39mm Black OP. Will be picking up a 41 as well.

[@Leventgursoy11]

I agree with comments. Although I tried 39mm and 41 mm models ( there is no size difference between them), I bought 36mm op black dial. Especially watch itself elegant however if you really want a pure sport watch, my first choice always be omega aqua terra 38mm or Rolex explorer 36mm.

[@kevinadishian3687]

Well done, cheers!

[@Thomas-vq5pb]

Great video thanks! I think the Stella (esque) new dials on the Oyster Perpetuals come on the back of Rolex’s lawsuit against La Californienne, that offered bright colorful dials on original Rolexes. They won the lawsuit and either they wanted to tap into that very successful market and get the Californienne clients back to the home brand?

[@Romanellochw]

These 41's may not last long. I can see them stepping the size down to a 39 and anyone who was lucky enough to get a 41 in a wacky color is going to see 1 color from now on....gold. they will be worth a ton.

[@danal9787]

Op39 whote for me. I sold my dj41 for it and have no regrets. I love it.

[@Joliaux76]

"Entry level models" ( I don't like the expression but let's say say) are on waiting list. Professional are unreachable, is there a remaining watch available on Rolex catalogue ? I have a 369 OP36 and NO WAY I exchange it against the new models (except the silver maybe).

[@MrJeronimo94]

The advantage of Rolex is that you can have the dial exchanged for anther colour if you don't like it anymore. So I guess it is always a good idea to get one of the more extravagant colours especially since they are so sought after right now.

[@Youcantleavethisempty01]

Black and white dial 114200s have always been the apple of my eye. I have the 2018-2020 black dial and it's a much better option than the 2020 black dial variant with the Roman numerals, larger crown, and smaller movement.

[@cookingwithwatches]

It’s a Rolex Oyster Perpetual, not OP34, OP36, OP39 or OP41 😊

[@wildgeeseod67]

I’m on the waiting list for the medium size in black. If I receive one, it will be my first and last Rolex. I opted for the medium size as it will be passed down to my daughter one day. I wanted a subtle heirloom watch, nothing flash.

[@basilgreenslade5471]

Have you gotten it yet? I put my name down for a 36mm silver dial OP. First Rolex very clean and low key.

[@giovannibucio]

Killer to this Omega Aqua terra and has gold with diamonds for the price of this simple oyster perpetual.

[@jisa98]

Love my dark rhodium OP 39, so comfortable, so minimalist, beautiful simplicity, so purely a Rolex.

[@waktosha7378]

The new OP 41 is a hard pass! I don't do anything over 40 mm on any watch other than divers, aviation watches, and G-Shock squares.

[@todoroki]

I have never purchased a watch on Chrono 24 as I generally find their prices uncompetitive. Not to say you can't find good deals here and there from private sellers, but due to their high fees they are hardly a fair barometer of the market price.

[@aditsachdeva4087]

hey, what would be the ideal case size for a 6.8 to 7 inches wrist size?? "I don't like big chunky watches" is exactly why I have been looking at the OPs, i mean even if i had the money for a different model, i would have still gone for an OP due to its subtle understated "not-in your face" design.

[@m.e5544]

Do you think the White 39 OP will continue rising given it was 39 AND white AND that this combination was only produced for 2 years? or will it go back to more reasonable prices once the "hype" dies a little? Should I hold on to mine or exchange it for a brand new Explorer 39 as I was planning to do pre discontinuation?

[@clarkskinner5586]

Thank you for this excellent and engaging video treatise! I have long wanted to make this comment, and I hope everyone will read and "get it!": Why are we always supposed to refer to the OP as an "entry level" watch? I resent it, and auger for the disposition of such an INSULTING moniker! It is a beautiful watch, nothing "entry level" about it.

[@rodamos7979]

Agreed... spending +5k for a watch is nowhere close to being an “entry level” watch

[@handsandcogs3171]

I think think the new colours are great , it may also entice owners to collect all the colours . It is also something new (disregarding stella) and possibly something to be introduced to the datejusts / daydates in the future??

[@thebritishindian1]

I love the 41mm Tiffany blue model

[@valentinhoerzer]

Genuinely debating whether I want to support Rolex‘ practices with scarcity .... However, this in 36 or the Explorer 36 are something I can’t seem to find equally as good! There’s always something missing with other brands I feel like... Any suggestions?

[@andreaiacolina]

The new ref in yellow and turquoise are really interesting to me, but it's incredible the premium you should pay to have them.

[@cuestion-de-tiempo]

Removing the 39mm was a mistake, I think Rolex knows they can play with the market no matter what they release, to me their advantage is eroding lately over other manufacturers that are more focused on things that matter than on colors / variations. Increasing the sub from 40 to 40.3 is a good way to cover the maxi case mistake, and coming out with this dial variations helps them do that, I think that the new ops (except black and silver) are competing for a luxury fashion brand (unfortunately); the didn’t need to get rid of the 39 neither get rid of the older dials entirely, but they own the market, they can do as they pleased and people are dumb enough to pay for that, great content, thank you!

[@TurnRiver]

The 36mm and most 41mm are par for the course for the most part. It's the 41mm in turquoise that shot up in value.

[@davidspin5353]

The OP in billiard green is the whip.