Rolex Pepsi Steel Jubilee Bracelet vs. Rolex Pepsi White Gold Oyster Bracelet

[@andrewholt3849]

The stainless steel 126710BLRO is a £7K watch. Rolex have their faults, but they make the best value; waterproof 18ct Gold sports watches: I also had the 116719BLRO and wore it every day as it looks like stainless steel and attracts less attention. The 116718LN yellow gold versions with black dial (green date wheel figures and green GMT 24 Hr hand and green GMT-Master II text) and Anniversary green dial (with yellow Gold 24 Hr GMT hand and black date wheel figures) were both cheaper than the white Gold version and looked nice but will attract more unwanted attention. I wouldn't buy a 126710BLRO/BLNR at double MSRP. I would get a Blancpain or Panerai as I detailed on other channels as their MSRP are around the same price as the inflated 126710BLRO/BLNR.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Excellent

[@andrewholt3849]

The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique are good and have just released 3 titanium models including one with a big date.

[@andrewholt3849]

Bear Clooney Watches www.watchtime.com/wristwatch-industry-news/watches/blancpain-fifty-fathoms-automatique-and-grande-date-emerge-with-new-titanium-bracelets/

[@andrewholt3849]

Bear Clooney Watches I forgot these photos of the blue dial 116719BLRO with 3186 movement taken mainly from Baselworld 2018. At the next Baselworld 2019 the model number became 126719BLRO and had a Rolex coronet logo placed at 6 between Swiss - Made both signifying the inclusion of the new upgraded Chronergy movement. The Rolex Coronet was absent in these photos from my Autumn 2018 Instagram post: instagram.com/p/Bq333F5HHc0/?igshid=xgtyunui0g2u

[@andrewholt3849]

Bear Clooney Watches kzbin.info/www/bejne/opDNqoxseriNhZY This Australian Channel is good and illustrates here quality control problems with Rolex. If you look back to a February 2020 post he did, using a 126710BLNR they have a noisy rotor. The watch belonged to UK channel 'Clockbait': kzbin.info: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q16Vq2Bsd8l_Y8U This watch is from Mr X from Sydney: instagram.com/therealmrxsydney?igshid=lj6pt9s7snj3

[@DESCENDINGDR]

Glad to hear that Charles Bukowski is sponsoring your channel! Another Bukowski quote- 'I don't hate people. I just feel better when they aren't around'.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Excellent one Bob!

[@BeautyofScent]

Hi Mr Clooney. What happened with you and Ac3?

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

AC3 is not independent channel about watches any longer. Unfortunately it's dog trainer's platform for promoting his lifestyle.

[@BeautyofScent]

@@bearclooneywatches4186 Ac3 was never independent. He was a watch dealer from the start. All the watches he ever bought/shows on his channel are for sale. But I do get what you are saying. He is a schmuck.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

@@BeautyofScent I like Archie and I enjoyed his humor and his channel. But I can not watch anything with freddy crouger with ugly toupee

[@yashav2949]

Bear Clooney Watches Tend to agree. Watching his content requires more and more reading between the lines. But he’s a character for sure.

[@geroldatlarge1841]

Piotr Konieczynski a

[@david.9633]

Great video Bear, and good points in favor of owning a white gold piece. I personally prefer yellow gold but that is simply my taste preference when it comes to color. If it's ok, can I ask, what is your opinion on the Submariner 116618LB? I'm considering buying this model as my first precious metal piece but am going back and forth between that and the Day Date 228238 in yellow gold with Roman indices. Which do you think is the better buy when considering value retention and versatility?

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

I am not fan of yellow gold sub but I certainly like yellow gold with Roman indices! Cheers David.

[@david.9633]

@@bearclooneywatches4186 Thank you for the response. How about when considering value retention, what do you think is the better buy?

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

@@david.9633 about the same

[@david.9633]

@@bearclooneywatches4186 Good to know, thanks.

[@scottt.4596]

Great video. What changed on third generation of the ceramic Pepsi bezel?

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Here is link Scott www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=698687

[@scottt.4596]

Bear Clooney Watches , thanks! Appreciate it!

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Loved that quote at the beginning. So true.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks! My sponsor very cool guy!

[@h111551]

The channel sponsorship of Charles Bukowski made me chuckle. The Canadian dollar is currently .76 in relationship to the US dollar so it took me a moment to convert the prices into USD. I like white gold and platinum for their stealth qualities in this day and age when places like Central London are not totally safe for those who are wearing fine time pieces. As a collector seeking representative specimens of the great tool and sport watches of the modern era, I would go with the stainless steel reference. As an individual who enjoys luxury watches, I would go with the white gold reference.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Howard, my dear friend, our thoughts are as usual in sync. Thanks for support, watching and feedback

[@blueshirtbuddah1665]

Great video as always Bear. Quite an interesting question. For me, if I were going to spend that kind of money, it would only make sense to buy the watch in white gold.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks for watching and comment

[@billclifton731]

Loved the intro to today's video Bear. Good job on syncing the seconds hands too! Take care!

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Glad you liked it! I appreciate you notice small details Bill

[@Mark..P]

Great video Mike. I would love either, but if I had the option it would be the white gold. It has such a gorgeous lustre 😁 Love that quote by Charles Bukowski 🙏

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks Mark

[@barrygellert2374]

Mr. Clooney, I really enjoy your videos. I’m building a Rolex collection myself. I buy the watches that I love and that’s how I make my decisions. Thank you for the the time and thought you put into your videos.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Very cool Barry! You certainly picked great brand to build your collection! What do you have so far? What is on horizon? Thanks for supporting my channel

[@barrygellert2374]

Thanks for asking. Like many, I started with a Datejust back in 2014, then a No date Sub C, then the Explorer 1, and I just bought a ceramic Bluesy which is such s beautiful watch. My next piece will either be a Daydate 40 or the Rootbeer two tone GMT. Also love the Pepsi!

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

@@barrygellert2374 i love your collection. Beautiful organic Rolex collection.

[@mrp9498]

I’ll go with the white gold. But I am hoping my AD gets me the steel Pepsi soon. Maybe December they said.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Oh at retail it's must have! I hope you get it! Thanks for ongoing support of my channel

[@kuperlen]

Hi Bear, good conversation starter as always. I don't currently have any precious metal pieces in my collection, but had an opportunity to try on a white gold Blancpain 50 fathoms. I was shocked at how much heavier that watch felt compare to a SS! Completely different shade of color (much softer and more beautiful in my opinion) and there's something with how gold conducts temperature, which just makes it feel more comfortable on your wrist. So, if I could afford it, my choice would be the white gold all the way. I wonder what your thoughts are on Platinum watches? Could that be another interesting conversation? Thanks, -Leon

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks a lot Leon

[@kfung4]

I actually found it strange that they use white gold instead of platinum

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Why?

[@kfung4]

Bear Clooney Watches from my knowledge and experience in jewellery, in general platinum more durable than white gold, especially in a long run, they might look similar in the beginning, but white gold required recoating in rhodium every so often, otherwise it will become dulled and look a bit yellowish while platinum only look dulled but reminds its color. And replating cost on white gold is nearly three to four times higher than platinum, which we suppose to do every three years on jewellery, and the cost just adds up. But I guess they might also have to take the weight into account, pure platinum might just be too heavy. And Rolex fans love the how the watches showing its age, all those discolouration and the cracked dial on the old sub are being hyped like crazy.

[@Utoob8]

@@kfung4 In addition to that platinum would be much more expensive, just compare the price of a white gold day date and a platinum one.

[@1967plymgtx]

Great video! That indeed is a very difficult choice to make. Although I fully appreciate the value of the white gold, and love the color, I would probably go with the steel. My reasoning is that I do like the bezel colors a bit better, but the tie breaker is the wearability. Those polished white gold center links would drive my crazy because I would obsess over my concerns for scratches. Not that I can afford either one.....I don’t have to make that difficult choice😊

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks Paul. I appreciate your analysis

[@robboyer6448]

I have the Batman/Batgirl on jubilee which I love and intend to keep, but would love to add the Pepsi in steel on jubilee to my collection as a great dailywatch(although if I ever come across a white gold version would find a way to make it happen). You are a lucky man to have both!!

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks Rob! You are right, Batgirl and jubilee Pepsi make awesome pair. I hope you get it!

[@nelsona.7950]

Hey Bear , never noticed the difference in the color of the bezel. Thanks for pointing it out. Also someone told me your related to George Clooney. I see a slight resemblance. Are you related ?

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Of course Nelson! lol

[@terrybeach9930]

The Smurf is my grail. I love white gold. But also SS and platinum too.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Terry, Smurf is exceptional choice! Cheers

[@george-izzagroup3706]

White gold at discount beats the inflated cost of stainless steel model. But if you get steel at retail price I would go for that.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

George, i simply can not argue with that. thanks!

[@BobbyLegs]

Hey Bear! Love the video and love the comparison. The white gold pepsi gmt is gorgeous! congrats on having both!

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks so much Bobby! i am glad you liked it.

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

Bro this is EXACTLY what I was discussing with someone the other day. Awesome points. 👏🏾 There is one exception to this particularly here in the Middle East, where majority of men tend to view wearing gold as an issue for religious / cultural reasons. But this too is changing.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thank you my friend

[@daveopincar2469]

Great comparison of both watches Sir. Steel only at retail. White gold at retail or below. Steel watch has a cooler silver color and shine. White gold has a warmer silver color an shine. In my next life I maybe able to buy steel Pepsi. Real men do not need to wear yellow gold F off watch. White gold is the look for me. Thank you for your videos. Stay healthy and safe.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Dave, thanks my dear friend.

[@yashav2949]

Waiting for you to finally get that meteorite dial gmt ))

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Yasha, you and I both!

[@ianjones739]

Great video Bear 👍 Definitely a difficult question, to me it depends what you can afford, I love the precious white metals, white gold and platinum I think that they are amazing, but they are too expensive for me, that's why I am glad that I am a steel Rolex fan, whatever Rolex I get whether it is precious metal or 904L steel, the pleasure and appreciation of high Rolex quality is enough for me🙂

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Well said! Tanks Ian, my dear friend.

[@ianjones739]

@@bearclooneywatches4186 I changed my comment I added a bit more, I meant to say a bit more.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

@@ianjones739 thank you

[@ianjones739]

@@bearclooneywatches4186 Good luck with finding the Meteorite dial GMT👍🙂

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

@@ianjones739 thank you my dear friend!

[@pureblood8307]

AC3 had a Gold Sub and says in the review video “Gold is like frozen chocolate “ buy steel

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

AC3 changes his mind more often than underwear

[@peterbrimer1271]

Another excellent review Mike I 100% agree with your honest comments . Thanks again

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Glad you enjoyed it! Much appreciated Peter

[@klaushaunstrupchristensen7252]

I love the glow of the white gold. Beautiful

[@TheLumeRoom]

Great comparison sir! 2 beautiful watches 👍🏻

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thank you kindly!

[@oldenglish91]

I have hard time paying premiums as well but I think there is one major point you missed... I believe people can rationalize premiums if they believe the watch will hold value at that premium. Steel has been so hot for so long now and if the trend continues they’ll be in the money in 6 months. Gold watch prices have been flat more or less. Just my 2 cents.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Frankly, you are making strong point. Thanks

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

@Piotr Konieczynski i was thinking the same

[@oldenglish91]

Bear Clooney Watches i agree that there has to be a ceiling just like anything else in this world. We have also heard from so-called experts that this is a bubble. I used to agree but not so sure anymore. If a pandemic cant slow these prices down, not sure what will.

[@Sams911]

I want the Meteorite dial version of that... looks like the old school Albino, only better

[@aminreviews2311]

Interesting discussion, Bear. As I said in HT, the steel 6-digit Pepsi is one that I would consider against other watches up to 18k USD street price. In other words, if I had 18k to spend, I would give it real consideration. On the other hand, I wouldn't look at any Rolex if I had 33k to spend. I'd be looking at Breguet, Lange, and Laurent Ferrier. So for me, the steel Pepsi is a better value for money at secondary prices.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Amin, my dear buddy, from that perspective there is no debate! Thank you

[@gromit1996]

I really like that Oyster Bracelet, and not having known one from the other, I was drawn to the white gold Pepsi right away. However, the price difference limits me to steel. :)

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

I am glad to hear your opinion Clay. Thanks buddy

[@carsonnguyen4423]

“I heard one douchebag recently..” 😅😂

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

😂

[@b.2221]

Didn’t come here to listen to poetry, and nor would I in any shape or form. I come here for enlightenment so as I can get more of a slant to form my own opinion, and you never disappoint Sir 👍 Tam.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Lol Thanks Tam

[@sigitwarawari5719]

Thank you very much indeed,Sir, I also have Rolex submariner, watching from west java, java island,Indonesia

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thank you my dear Sigit! Big love for beautiful Indonesia

[@bobbysmith3433]

Bear great video the white gold has a special glow to it. On that note thats the one I would pick if I had the means to do so.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks Bobby!

[@andrewholt3849]

I remember the 116719BLRO coming out at Baselworld 2014 together with: instagram.com/p/BsLPNKHHA6G/?igshid=1kfbzeq89xyh9 116600 Sea-Dweller 4000 40mm 116400GV Z-Blue dial Milgauss 116660 James Cameron D-Blue Deepsea I also remember this Ariel Adams ABTW video on the 116719BLRO taken in the Rolex booth at Baselworld 2014: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZi1YoKmmqtrfsU I had the 50th Anniversary 116718LN GMT-Master II from Baselworld 2005 with green date wheel figures; green GMT 24 Hr hand and green GMT-Master II dial text. It was the first supercase; maxi-dial; Easy-Link GMT-Master II with movement upgrades: Parachrom Blue hairspring Paraflex shock absorbers 3186 GMT-Master II released in the previous 5 digit non-ceramic watches: instagram.com/p/BR0bDFdFQ3B/?igshid=1vnymzg9n6io5 The Baselworld 2014 116719BLRO with 3186 movement lasted only 4'years: 1 more year than the 40mm 116600 Sea-Dweller 4000 which was discontinued at Baselworld 2017 with the introduction of the SD4K 50th Anniversary 1967-2017 Sea-Dweller 43mm 126600 with the new Chronergy 3235 movement. The 116719BLRO with 3186 movement was discontinued/ modified at Baselworld 2018 upon the introduction then of your 126710BLRO which had the new Chronergy GMT movement 3285: instagram.com/p/Br-QSkrnj2C/?igshid=wytpqzjsgd26 Rolex also introduced the two Everose GMT-Master II at Baselworld 2018: Rolesor/ Bi-Metal 126711CHNR Full 18ct Everose Gold 126715CHNR which was introduced at the same 'reduced' price as the 116719BLRO with 3186 and blue dial: £28,250 The 116719BLRO kept the 3186 movement but was given a blue dial: This version was selling for £45K on Chrono24 and was in production for just 1 year. It was upgraded to the 3285 movement at Baselworld 2019 (with the addition of a Rolex coronet logo between Swiss - Made at 6: which Rolex began doing at Baselworld 2018 with the introduction of the 126710BLRO). Also Introduced at Baselworld 2019 was the meteorite dial 126719BLRO which shared the same model number with the blue dial version from Baselworld 2019 now that it had been upgraded from the £45K 116719BLRO blue dial 3186 to the 126719BLRO blue dial 3285 Chronergy. Baselworld 2019 also saw the introduction of the 126710BLNR which was released with the same 3285 Chronergy GMT movement (which has noisy ceramic rotor bearings): instagram.com/p/BsccQRonPIy/?igshid=1ovg8vzqufn0p instagram.com/p/BvOtmVznIy-/?igshid=wuc9b8d4lm3c instagram.com/p/BvOusOFH882/?igshid=1qqtr01pp36b6 instagram.com/p/BvOxGEPHOcK/?igshid=17o1lpeamps0v

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Andrew me too! Thanks for great reminder buddy!

[@andrewholt3849]

More to come: just editing it.

[@andrewholt3849]

Bear Clooney Watches that's it edited. I'll check it.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

@@andrewholt3849 pinned

[@andrewholt3849]

Thanks: details other GMT you can get.

[@galaga8834]

According to my Rolex AD in Sydney the Pepsi GMT is only second to the Daytona as far as desirability is concerned. I agree with him and believe the GMT has now overtaken the Submariner. Without doubt it has the most useful real world complication.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Oh for sure!

[@maynardjoseph]

I'm full of doubt, but either will do for my broke ass.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

I hear you! Thanks for watching and feedback.

[@thestefsterbun1820]

I always struggle to tell the difference between white gold and steel on watches. For me it’s only visible under certain lighting conditions and even then... maybe I need my eyes checked :-)

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

lol I am sure your eyes are fine

[@backintimewatches]

Great video and two very nice watches 👍 I have never owned a precious metal watch and I probably never will. But seeing these two side by side makes me perfectly content with that. There is something special with this watch on the jubilee that just clicks. That just seems right, if you know what I mean. It’s like the watch was born to be on that jubilee, or the jubilee was born to be on that watch 😊 And one thing that always made me doubt when longing for a watch on the oyster are the polished center links. I have nothing against scratches on my watches, but I’ve seen horribly scratched up oysters and that’s because the polished center link is actually quite big and takes all the hits on the bracelet. The jubilee also has polished center links but because of the small size of these you can barely notice scratches. I think (don’t know, just think) that the jubilee will look better after a couple of years and will need far less polishing in the long run 😊 Anyway, great job. Love the intro 👌

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thank you kindly! I really do get your point on polished center links and how you feel about fact that there is something special with this watch on the jubilee

[@berlintimepieces4594]

Great video. I agree with you and want to disagree at the same time. Basically, the decision depends on even more aspects. For example: what does your collection look like. Most Rolex sportmodels are on the oysterband. The stainless steel Pepsi on the Jubilee is therefore a nice contrast. The material value of the gold in no way justifies the high selling price. Neither at list price nor on the secondary market. I believe that you and I appreciate the gold models from a very privileged situation. I have 3 Subs in my collection. The Sub no date, the Hulk and the Smurf. I love the no date, I have the Hulk because I'm a collector and I wear the Smurf when I'm feeling particularly comfortable. Not to feel special, but when I feel special. The weight and the special sheen of white gold put a smile on my face. But if you don't have the money for such watches, then I would still recommend the steel version. The effect is then the same as for us with white gold. However, I would always buy from an AD and never on the secondary market. And believe me it is possible. But you need to develop a relationship. You must be passionate about watches and not about making money out of it. But who I‘m telling that. Keep up the good work.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks Berlin! The Sub no date, the Hulk and the Smurf; what an exceptional trio! and you truly gave nice perspective on this subject!

[@marcopanti1017]

Love you channel bro.... legit sir, spasibo.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Spasibo marco. I really appreciate your support

[@josephknecht4272]

"There is enough treachery, hatred violence absurdity in the average human being to supply any given army on any given day" -- The Genius of the Crowd -- Bukowski

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Amen to that Joseph!

[@anastasevp]

Another excelent video. Love Bokowski!

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Glad you enjoyed it brother! Bukowski is marvelous

[@Maarten_official_account]

People who know their watches will notice a white gold version. People who don’t know their watches will only notice yellow gold but at the same time probably think it’s fake anyway. You buy gold for yourself since the gold in the watch will only represent 30% of the value of the watch. The rest of the price difference between gold and steel is just extra money in the bank for Rolex. Bottom line: who cares what other people think 😉

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Interesting point Maarten

[@geezer8294]

If secondary wg... if retail, ss.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Agreed Geezer!

[@steveottavaino3804]

No one says douchebag better than the Bear, no one. If someone buys yellow gold over white to be noticed then they are somewhat degraded enthusiasts. Buy what you love cause 96 percent of the population could care less what you’re wearing, with some of the remaining 4 percent it’d be best to show some discretion as to where you go and who sees it. Just saying... Best to you and yours Bear!

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

LOL Thanks Steve! Thanks a lot

[@christophersmith4278]

Magnifique 🌞

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks

[@EscapePlan97]

The real deal is steel

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thank you Ring

[@parkerfly2177]

Steel, white gold and even platinum has no visual difference may be true BUT that is for those who value aesthetic rather than substance. Again Papa Bear revealed a character of a watch enthusiast simply on how he choose his metals. great video Papa Bear. Let me just add that the Glengarry Glen Ross "watch that costs more than a car" is a full gold rolex president. it wasn't a steel datejust.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Glen Ross "watch that costs more than a car" is a full gold rolex president. it wasn't a steel datejust. LOL Awesome illustration Parker

[@parkerfly2177]

I just added the Glengarry Glen Ross quote because i firmly believe that the quote was not about the Brand Rolex. The quote was about the value of a gold watch. So why white gold? because yellow gold is for retirement.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Great video, Bear. LOL at the douchebag comments. It’s crazy how high the Pepsi Jingly Jangly Jubileeeee is trading.

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

I know, right? That made me think! Thanks for ongoin support of my channel

[@986C]

Not a fan of the jingle jangle jubilee. It still looks like the old man datejust two tone bracelet to my eyes.

[@sprocketdog6303]

It’s funny listening to a senior citizen saying the word douche bag

[@arqjavierobregon]

Jubilee bracelet is like looking at those body builders guys with thin legs, Oyster bracelet looks proportional in each and every way!

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thank you Javsolo

[@oceanblue5794]

@javsolo: You offered a unique perspective. That's a great comparison. I think jubilee bracelet's should be relegated only to the date-just. It just feels right. When you put a jubilee on a submariner or GMT, it's like putting pineapple on a pizza. It's just wrong, but that's completely subjective on my part.

[@arqjavierobregon]

Oceanblue With the older GMT cases it looked proportional but with the bigger maxi Case they look very disproportionate. believe it ir not the Batgirl was for my wife so it looks nice! I wonder why they called Batgirl!

[@AIKXXVII]

Oyster

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks

[@Dr.Sheffield]

Thanks and it could be Rolex inventory policies bring all bad attitude to the hoppy taste especially if you needs to waits years of your life I means it’s not straightforward analysis what happens last few years harm Rolex lovers

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks Dr

[@strapped2time]

You’ve earned even more of my respect for knowing and quoting Charles Bukowski. 👊👊

[@bearclooneywatches4186]

Thanks a lot

[@sprocketdog6303]

This video didn’t age well.