I really like your choice of the Nato strap. Really flies under the radar. I knew oyster bracelets were recognizable but I didn't expect how your watch presents. Very cool. That reference was the first Rolex I ever handled. I didn't "get it" until then. Every tactile element of it is so refined. Every edge is well defined, machining so regular and precise, the sound and feeling of the clasp, the feeling of the crown when winding or setting the time, all just so refined. Enjoy it in good health.
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
It truly is refined. Like you described, every aspect of it is meticulously designed. It’s so simple, but has enough substance to captivate you when you look at it.
@timemycollection6 ай бұрын
Great video, I have Explorer 2 and the 36mm - I think they cover everything for me. Thank you for sharing. T.M.C
@mikearkous83798 күн бұрын
@@WornDownCrowngreat video. I’m torn between this watch and a 41dj
@tigelliott360125 күн бұрын
I just ordered the green NATO strap for my polar dial
@the_shadow_realm51106 ай бұрын
Did this hunk once do a Hodinkee vid? I’m sure I recognise him from one of those short Hodinkee pieces.
@tigelliott360125 күн бұрын
I love mine.
@mkyhou11603 ай бұрын
Nice vid. I just got same watch - I’m a one watch guy, this black dial fits in anywher for me, the office or casual. I think it is formal enough, but I get it, it could pair nicely with a datejust, Cartier, Patek or similar.
@WornDownCrown3 ай бұрын
I dig it man. Rock that watch everywhere, keep being the one watch guy. I used to only own one watch for 7 years, and it was a cheap automatic Fossil watch. I beat the crap out of it and wore it during so many significant times in my life that I can’t help but keep it.
@jragadio6 ай бұрын
It would be better if the music wasn’t so loud. It competes with your talking too much.
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
Sorry man, I’ll try to work that out in editing. I put the music at 2% volume. I think I need to max out the volume on my original video
@davewilton31013 ай бұрын
Actually i like your choice of music and the volume level. That said we are all different.
@jragadio6 ай бұрын
Any scratches on the explorer 2 after you dropped it in the grail watch video?
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
I dropped a watch strap, thankfully I didn’t drop the watch, so no 🤣
@GregShieldsOutdoors5 ай бұрын
Awesome brother...I have an EXP II Polar Dial on order from AD set to arrive soon. I prefer the stainless bracelet however. But great show there my friend.
@Giannis0206 ай бұрын
Great thoughts. I find myself switching between a nato and the bracelet quite often...wears well on both. Technically speaking no watch would be appropriate for black tie events as one historically should not be bothered with the time at such an occasion.
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
That’s very true as well, black tie events are for being present, and where it’s encouraged to lose track of time. In 2024 though I think most of us would view this attitude as antiquated, hence why we wear sports watches in formal attire.
@Giannis0206 ай бұрын
@@WornDownCrown true. Just how many view brown shoes as appropriate formal attire.
@jermainewilliams30384 ай бұрын
Would you recommend the Explorer or Explorer II? As a one-watch collection?
@WornDownCrown4 ай бұрын
I can’t say for sure. What do you want out of the watch? Do you want functionality or do you care more about aesthetics? My best advice is to try both on and buy whichever one makes you feel better. Be conscious of the emotions that arise when you wear each watch, and decide based off of that. This is all subjective.
@marianorivera36396 ай бұрын
Great video! Where did you buy the rubber strap, do they offer a rubber butterfly version too? Thank you
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
The strap in the video is a NATO strap from Artem. They also have rubber straps with Richard-Mille style butterfly clasps. Check them out 🤙
@Workingmanlifestyle6 ай бұрын
Great vid, thinking about getting one whats your wrist size?
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
6.9 inches. Fits perfectly
@coronetmag6 ай бұрын
Great video. I have the same watch. I agree! Love the NATO on it. Did you get the 21-22mm size? I want to buy the same strap!!
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
Yes, the NATO is the 21-22mm variant. Fits perfectly 🤙 I love rocking this combo
@coronetmag6 ай бұрын
Thanks! Ordered! Artem should give you a cut, haha 😅
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
@@coronetmag i know right? I’ll have to start asking at this point 😂 hope you enjoy your new strap!
@Totti79826 ай бұрын
between the seamaster and the explorer 2 which one do you like better
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
I can’t say. I liked my Seamaster for different reasons. Its gone now though
@madprod3696Ай бұрын
Elle est super belle avec le cadran noir
@patricko91706 ай бұрын
Thank you for the detailed review!
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
you're very welcome!
@RxGhost56 ай бұрын
Hey man, have a question for you. Finally got my grail watch that I actually originally had 15 years ago but was taken from me. Negotiated with the AD from $11,900 retail to $9300. After paying they accused me of fraud. So i gave them very real cash and they gave me an apology and offered a $150 refund to which I said not enough and so they offered a check for $318 for my troubles. Just curious what you think. Fair resolution? Should i have demanded more?
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
What grail watch was this? I’m surprised an AD would give such a steep discount to begin with. 2600 dollars off is pretty huge.
@RxGhost56 ай бұрын
I negotiated quite a bit but it’s a limited run Breitling Navitimer
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
Okay that makes sense, I think it was a fair resolution. I mean they gave you 318 off an already discounted price to begin with. I’ve never heard of that happening ever
@RxGhost56 ай бұрын
@@WornDownCrown yup super weird situation with the fraud accusations. Thanks for your insight! Love the channel man! Can’t wait to see it grow!
@davidhobson78512 ай бұрын
Polar 2, is my daily...
@mrfrisky58876 ай бұрын
make sure your watch is covered with the sleeve of you shirt or coat .. if your wearing a watch for your self then people do not need to to see you are wearing a watch
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
I live in Hawaii, where wearing long sleeves is pretty impractical
@kevinh53496 ай бұрын
Is there a watch youtuber on earth that doesn't have at least one Rolex? LOLOL.
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
Now that you mention it I struggle to think of one 🤣
@Al_Prazolam6 ай бұрын
Have you ever considered wearing an inexpensive homage backup "stunt double" of your Rolexes when you're out in more sketchy public situations... to minimize the fear of losing an expensive watch to theft?
@WornDownCrown6 ай бұрын
I have, but there are a few reasons why this doesn't work at all in my opinion. 1) Wearing a homage watch that looks almost exactly like the real deal makes you just as noticeable to criminals. You assume the same amount of risk of being spotted, while reaping zero benefit. 2) My experience with homage brands got off to a really bad start. I bought a STEELDIVE 1953 over a year ago that had a faulty movement right out of the box. the date wheel was screwed up, the watch wouldn't manually wind, and something in the movement was preventing the seconds hand from tracking across the dial. Granted, this was one watch, and many other people I've spoken to love their homages, but in my personal experience it didn't work out well. 3) I think it's safer to actually buy a less expensive watch with an original design from a brand that isn't as highly coveted. Think Casio G-shock, F91W, seiko 5, Garmin, or timex. Many of those watches have their own designs and they're clearly not Rolexes. I think that's the safest option when you're in a sketchy place.
@Al_Prazolam6 ай бұрын
@@WornDownCrown thanks, I appreciate your thoughtful reply and I enjoy your content!
@Runner8625 ай бұрын
40seconds comercial, no thanks, skip next
@WornDownCrown5 ай бұрын
KZbin can place ads on any video, that doesn’t mean I as the creator get any compensation. My channel is not monetized so I’m sorry but I don’t know what to tell you. I don’t control what KZbin does with the content on its platform