ROLEX SUBMARINER OR ROLEX GMT MASTER 2 | WHICH TO PICK?

[@kamelthorn]

As pilot, I bought my first Rolex GMT master 2 (Coke) in 1998, I wore the watch continuously for 18 years, never being let down! I saw the Batman and fell in love the the blue and black, being more representative of day and night and popped into the AD here in Qatar. I walked out with the Batman and it’s been a daily wearer since, it also lead me down the rabbit hole of watch collecting, where will it stop 😅 thanks for the video….

[@petrolhead007]

What did the AD in Qatar make you do to get the Batman, like buying other watches or jewellery? If you don't mind sharing.

[@kamelthorn]

@@petrolhead007 The AD had the watch in the display cabinet, and they let me buy it, without any questions. At that time the Batman and the whole stainless spots model madness had not yet reached Qatar.

[@the_shadow_realm5110]

The GMT is worn by the chap, the worldly gent and dapper businessman. He is happily married, and a dutiful father. He gives to his community and he is liked by all. The Submariner is worn by his wife’s boyfriend.

[@Macm73]

😂

[@michaelgibson4705]

A Rotter’s watch 😂

[@PhilbyFavourites]

Marvellous sir - Terry Thomas would have worn a GMT Master ll George Cole in Minder would have worn worn a Submariner and Terry would have worn a G-Shock

[@jfdomega7938]

Don't tell me? You own the GMT! 😂

[@the_shadow_realm5110]

@@jfdomega7938 That’s right! And I bought the Submariner for him for his dutiful services!! When I get home from work, her hair may be a mess, her lipstick smudged, and she may smell like Creed aftershave (which I don’t own), but it makes my life easier knowing she’s too tired to talk/complain. I’m a simple man. All I want is a hot meal and some peace and quiet. Luckily for my wife and I, Tyronne is the best pool boy we’ve ever had! He pulls into our driveway on his motorcycle every morning as I’m leaving for work with a big smile on his face.

[@AutobahnVault]

Love my 2004 two-tone, black dial Sub. Use it daily while on the water, working cars/bikes, driving race cars or at the office.

[@sebastiengissler3554]

My Favorit is still the Explorer I.

[@whereRbearsTeeth]

I have the 39 explorer and the 41 submariner. If I could only keep one it would without a doubt be the Explorer.

[@WrongTimeWatch]

@@whereRbearsTeeth I have both now as well. I am curious why you would keep the explorer over the submariner? I think I would go the other way.

[@whereRbearsTeeth]

@@WrongTimeWatch I find the Explorer to be far more balanced and overall more comfortable to wear on wrist. Also, it’s more versatile than the submariner. It can be dressed up or dressed down easily. The submariner is an all out sports watch aesthetic. Finally, the Explorer is just more low key. Outside of watch enthusiasts, nobody even knows you’re wearing a Rolex. The sub on the other hand screams Rolex. The one and only thing I prefer about the submariner is the glidelock clasp. The easy link on the Explorer is basically useless.

[@jdwxflyer]

My Explorer is just ‘right’. But I still long for the GMT Master II, 5-digit of course!

[@alyw.7491]

vintage, (smaller), Explorer ll white dial is the only Rolex I like.

[@MrHav1k]

I agree!!! I also love how the Sub has more two tone combinations.

[@lupino1414]

I agree. My first Rolex was a Sub in 1978. I got a job which required a suit a couple of years later and traded for a Datejust. Fast forward 40 years later and I got a new ceramic Sub. Love it. I got the call from an AD on the Batman and picked it up. Fantastic watch but ultimately I got rid of it. I’m seldom traveling through international time zones any more so don’t need the GMT function. I’m not a fan of the cyclops, I love the glide lock oyster. I love the non PCL Oyster. The GMT is a dressier watch and I’m not that guy anymore. I’m more often in remote locales getting dirty. I have to agree with the Chap!

[@edo7052]

I owned the same Submariner you’ve presented here Ash. Personally found it a bit uncomfortable to wear. I sold it and now wear a Speedmaster Professional which I’m very happy with.

[@nash9625]

Speedy for the win! I have a decent collection but the sub is no longer in it, Speedy stays forever.

[@nash9625]

@@SaintWill70 my comment wasn't a knock to the sub but an encouragement to the first commenter on his decision towards the Speedy. Rolex makes incredible bracelets, extremely comfortable. I work in the space industry so that's why I'll always have a speedmaster in the collection. Which ref do you have? I haven't owned the 124060 so I'm curious if it wears better overall than the 11

[@phildo864]

I’ve never tried one on. I’m intrigued that it was a bit uncomfortable because everybody raves about the clasp and bracelet. Can you talk about why it was a bit uncomfortable?

[@peterspring895]

Hello Mr Chap! I'm a Brit' living in Virginia, USA. I have the Pepsi GMT Master II, with Jubilee bracelet and the Black on Black GMT Master II - with the Oyster bracelet. The last one is constantly mistaken for the Sub. While the 300m depth of the Sub is fantastic, the 100m depth of the GMT is way more than sufficient for a normal person's use. To be honest, the Black on Black can be worn in more situations than the Pepsi. It's just more subtle. Thank you for your channel. I miss the British accent over here! Peter

[@roelvandenbergen611]

I understand your reasoning dear Sir, my main watch is a Pelagos (two liner) and i use the bezel daily. I find it is an excellent compagnion in life and am sure the sub will give the same for most. Thanks for all your content.

[@JasonMilner]

Interesting decision. As a sub owner, I suspected you'd go for the GMT - but maybe that's because we always want what we have not got? I guess the ideal solution is to own both :)

[@cjmcaulay]

Breitling Chronomat GMT: 200m, date, gmt, lume pip bezel (bidirectional 3rd time zone or unidirectional diver), chronograph, and you can retrofit the bracelet to have an adjustable clasp. It’s a bit bigger, sure (for some, that’s a plus), but it combines the functions of a Sub, a GMT Master, and a Daytona into one. My “collection in one” if I had to get rid of the rest.

[@chunkychinn]

Excellent. Love Breitling. Can't say I have much time for Rolex watches far to small for me.44mm upwards and I'll have one eye open 48 probably 50 and above definately. Terrible getting old and can't see small watches anymore abd I lije to feel something on my wrist. Favourite day to day is Invicta very robust, two time zones day and date and a range of colours to suit. But great video Ash thankyou, nice vack yard as well. Which Park did you set up your stall in?😂😂😂😂

[@michaelriera6277]

Fantastic Breitling!

[@budg8522]

Owning a Batgirl GMT2, Fluted bezel blue Datejust 2 and a Panda Daytona, I opted for the Submariner’s poor cousin…the Pelagos 39 for a couple of reasons. The Sub is heavier…the Tudor in titanium less so. The Sub is comfortable…the Tudor a bit more so. The Sub is a bit trickier to acquire…the Tudor a bit less so. The only downside is the lume on the Tudor’s minute hand is more a concept than a reality…whereas the Sub’s lume is flawless and sun-surface bright for a considerable number or dark hours. Lovely comparison and yours is very high quality work sir…as is consistently the case. Cheero.

[@PhilbyFavourites]

Do you really need, or use, the lume in today’s illuminated world. About as much used as the Seamaster Diver 300’s helium escape valve….

[@MikoTheTomCat]

Same here mate. After owning the 41 sub date as a Daily for almost 2 years I now wear the Pelagos 39. Much more comfortable and wearable! Only thing I really miss is the date function:(

[@Frakaphoto]

all these are too bright, too big and cut with no softness. pélagos is better

[@deskdiversthlm]

Great video. I think the watch and choice is what you make out of it. To me both the GMT or Submariner pre-ceramic gives that right feeling.

[@markcassels8654]

I think you liked the older sub because the five digit Rolexes have aluminium bezels. I think the ceramic is too flashy. The masculine choice is the aluminum bezel five digit watches. 16710 (Coke) for me.

[@mattd-p9720]

Thanks for describing the function of the GMT so clearly Ash. I was struggling to visualize how this complication works but you have illuminated the matter for me. Smashing video 👌

[@jethrojacinto2798]

From someone who's had both watches (126710BLRO and the 124060) I decided to sell my Submariner only because the GMT Master offers so much more - beautiful iconic bezel, date and GMT function, can be dressed up and down if you have it on the jubilee, bezel can be used to time like the Sub. I'm genuinely shocked you went with the Sub especially with everything you've said against it like how it's the most replicated watch in the world.

[@Nmh2el]

The GMT just doesn’t make sense in a small collection, nor in a single watch collection. It’s way too blingy as a single watch collection, yet it tries to cover way too many areas without excelling in any in a small watch collection. People try to treat the GMT as an industrial tool watch one day, and as a dress watch the other. Even at msrp you could basically get a new 124060 and a SBGW231 at grey, and cover both the need for a tool and dress watch much better.

[@MD-qp8gj]

I have the Sub because its more subtle.

[@WaterJake]

It excels as a GMT, which obviously the Submariner does not. If you want a GMT, then the decision is clear. If not, then it's up for debate.

[@whereRbearsTeeth]

Sub over GMT all day long. The glidelock clasp is a huge upgrade over the GMT clasp.

[@williamumbach592]

If you want to move the GMT Bezel you can track 24 time zones.

[@jimlittle5769]

Very easy choice. GMT Master II. I was offered a Submariner by my local AD (who after a year of trying to get a specific watch, I gave up completely trying to buy anything from there). In this case, I came in just after a customer declined the Submariner he had ordered. The sales associate that worked at the AD offered it to me. I had never asked for one nor shown any interest. I politely thanked him and then declined. His look was priceless. That was 2021. That year I got a Batman on jubilee from one AD and in 2022 got a Pepsi on jubilee from another. It was a fun and expensive couple years.

[@FightArena8]

The variety of color options and bracelet choices is impressive

[@Twangstarr]

Woohoo Ash you’ve read my mind. I’m about to be offered a green sub within the next year so this is very pertinent

[@Bjartone]

How about wearing those professional range Rolex watches with a shirt? Will they slip under the cuff? Will the rotating bezels prematurely fray the cuffs?

[@Buffmafia84]

Ironically of my 3 watch collection (was wildly hard to narrow down) I find myself with a 41 Sub date, Batman GMT , and IWC Portuguiser. Great video and comparison!

[@TubeYouDSilvy]

Which Portuguiser? I love the classic automatic - but they are all beautiful. You have very nice taste.

[@Buffmafia84]

@@TubeYouDSilvy the IW500705 Automatic

[@TubeYouDSilvy]

@@Buffmafia84you, sir - have excellent taste! I believe that is the exact one I’ve been eying for a while.

[@Crazy_Joe_Davola]

I admit your answer surprised me. I own two subs, an early 90s Bluesy and a current LV bezel mk2. I still have yet to get my grubby hands on any GMT. The search goes ever on... 🍻

[@lesliesmith4846]

Forgive me Ash if I missed it, but I didn't hear you mention a major (IMO) feature that the GMT possesses that is absent on the Sub, and that is the 'jumping hour hand'. This is a deal breaker for me in favour of the GMT as it is so convenient to be able to change the hour hand without disturbing the minute hand which of course means resetting the time. I want function over looks and for that reason it's the GMT for me.

[@aalabbasi]

I bought my sub in 2005 when I was 32. It's a TT blue face watch. I wanted to buy another a couple of years ago and was met with an obnoxious salesman at Heathrow airport that put me off. Maybe in the future.

[@mrd.cooper5481]

I totally agree. I have owned both but felt the GMT was a bit July the 4th . I Also brought a black Daytona but I find all Daytona's look better in photos them on the wrist they just don't pop .so the only Rolex for me is the Submariner.

[@cdeaker]

The Rolex dealer experience has taken the fun out of Rolex ownership for me. I went into an AD to put my name down on “the waitlist”, I popped in 5 months later only to find they hadn’t recorded my interest, they then made sure I was on the list: that was about 2 years ago, so that’s nearly 2.5 years (and counting) waiting to be able to purchase an entry level Oyster Perpetual 36 black. The last time I was in an AD, the assistant was surly & condescending, so the brand & their ADs aren’t really living up to the luxury purchasing experience.

[@TheChapsGuide]

They really do themselves no favours with their haughty attitudes.

[@usmanshahid8277]

I would go to a different dealer. Some ADs will help you same day. I was waiting with an AD and literally following up once every three months - decided to just try another and I got the piece within a month. I checked on Reddit they did a poll asking people how long it took them to get their watch - something like half the people said within the month the other half over a year.

[@lettuce1305]

2.5 years for a black dial OP36? You should just go to another AD. Black/Silver dial OPs are typically the watch that the AD still gives a chance to buy for first time customers. The black dial OP36 is nice but it's not as in demand as Subs and GMTs or even other colored dials OPs.

[@cdeaker]

@@lettuce1305 I tried another AD 2 years ago: nothing from them either 🤷‍♂️

[@cdeaker]

@@lettuce1305 I also put myself on another ADs waitlist 2 years ago - no news from them either 🤷‍♂️

[@philw4053]

I've owned both (although my sub is the ceramic date model). I was lucky to get both at retail but sold the pepsi when they hit £20k (a ridiculous price for that watch). I don't miss the pepsi - it was too "showy" and I was always very self conscious when I wore it. Now a vintage GMT pepsi (or preferably coke)? That might be the forever watch for me.

[@allan1302]

A great video, thank you for taking the time to put it together for us! I always enjoy your content. I would go sub; the classic Rolex look and can never go wrong with one.

[@caseyzaft6734]

114060 is the best of all time.

[@RoryMacdonald-pfff]

No-date sub - it’s all-time. Though the current retail price is bonkers.

[@Anonymouslyme1]

Flying to Tenerife for a week tomorrow and had to choose a watch from my collection of Rolex & Tudor pieces. Grabbed my black Sub Date as I usually do for holidays it’s just such a great all rounder.

[@Anonymouslyme1]

@@SaintWill70 I’ve worn a Rolex to Tenerife many times and never had an issue

[@ronaldpoppe3774]

Ash the sub would be my choice as well although i would prefer the 36mm Explorer. Cheers Ron

[@TheChapsGuide]

The Explorer is a much better option in my opinion.

[@Thomas-vq5pb]

Will you do a video on your personal watch journey? You've hinted at regretting some Rolex purchases, and possibly like the JLC reverso? Would be interesting to know how you plan on managing your collection going forward. Many thanks!

[@TheChapsGuide]

It's in the works, coming soon.

[@jeepn392]

Have both and love them both. If I had to choose only one it would be the pre-ceramic Sub date. Love the subdued brushed bracelet on the Submariner.

[@peterwilliams6188]

Rock on Ash, I’ve just registered my interest in a Submariner with my AD. Just gotta wait and save up.

[@justinehayward2553]

The Explorer 2. Well, that's the choice of a 56-year-old adventurer who is often on the road. The submariner is commonly worn by many here in Hong Kong, my base, and by quite a few ladies too. When on and underwater, it's the Omega Planet Ocean chronograph.

[@jimlittle5769]

Last Year my Polar Exp II was my most worn watch. Worn more than my second and third most worn watches combined. I wore the Polar roughly 25% of the year.

[@stephan3500]

exactly the same here, in Germany, an Ex II plus a Planet Ocean and some Speedy :-) Greetings to HK!

[@justinehayward2553]

@@stephan3500 All the best Stephan.

[@DigitalJunior2003]

It was great to meet you in Thursday night in London. I visited every Rolex dealer I could whilst in London but only all gold pieces available 😂

[@TheChapsGuide]

Hello sir, pleasure to have made your acquaintance in the last week. Rolex will always be in short supply for steel pieces, but keep the faith and keep looking!

[@DigitalJunior2003]

@@TheChapsGuide and will definitely be looking for clothes on EBay as nothing on Kings Road Chelsea!

[@stephenstoller5125]

Rolex president gold

[@MLacewell85]

Ash, one thing I haven’t heard mentioned is the cost of upkeep on an automatic watch. I wouldn’t suggest wearing a watch of this caliber in the water unless it is less than 5 years since its last service. With this comes the cost, I just had my submariner serviced at a cost of $1000. Mine was in good condition and they only replaced the main spring and seals along with the teardown and cleaning. If water gets into the movement, the cost for repair can be more than the watch is worth.

[@TheChapsGuide]

A good point.

[@Sebastian-z1h]

I own both of those except my Pepsi is on an oyster. Such an interesting comparison and I’m not surprised at your decision however I disagree that the Pepsi is less rugged I think they’re both take-anywhere watches. If I had to keep one it’d be the sub and ONLY because of the glide lock clasp it really does make the watch fit perfectly all the time which is so important for me especially as it’s quite a chunky watch and I’ve got thin wrists.

[@waynesilva3129]

I’m 72 yrs. Old and have been wearing a Pepsi since October 1967. I have a 2022 Pepsi and a 2022 sub. For me it’s the GMT. The GMT does everything the sub does. I lap swim five days a week with my GMT. Rolex’s are VERY waterproof weather it’s a day date or the other 100 meter watches. For me the sub is very boring next to my GMT. Even my All black bezel GMT is more tasteful than my sub. Soon as my AD rings me that a Daytona came in. The sub is gone. The best watch on your wrist is one that runs.

[@resjon7981]

If one can afford it I'd definitely keep both. Hard to choose just one. The GMT for sunny days and the Subby for the evenings.

[@ikinc507]

Great video as always Ash. I think you overlooked the Submariner’s functionality to measure elapsed time. I would hazard a guess that this is more useful to most members of society-not to time dive duration more to assist with cooking, parking etc…

[@ROKuberski]

Nice video, but your conclusion is wrong. They both are great watches, but as you note, I'm not diving 300 meters, but I do cross time zones. As to looks, mine is the GMT Master II, stainless/gold, 16713. While the colored bezels are okay, the black and gold really pops. Look for me at Heathrow June 16th, I will be in the line going through customs with my GMT hand set on Mountain Daylight Time and the hour hand set on GMT.

[@Jonathan-Incognito]

I have both. Glidelock is literally SO superior to the adjustments on the BLRO. I always feel like I am a half size wrong on my Pepsi and the Sub is perfect, ALL the time. I know the GMT is worth double, but until its got glidelock(like the new oyster flex Daytonas do now) it’s just inferior to wear, im sorry.

[@TheChapsGuide]

Absolutely agree!!

[@rdero4]

Agree 100%

[@EllisDavidRees]

100% agree on your choice.

[@Leo-gh7nz]

I own both as well (41mm Sub and BLNR) and I would actually say the GMT has better tool watch bonafides. An airline literally asked Rolex to develop the watch for their pilots and worked together with them to do so. That's about as tool-y as it gets. I'm also surprised by how few of the GMT I see out in the wild, while I see the Sub all the time. Of course the flip side to that is the GMT is a watch that stands out a lot more and is a lot more noticeable, which might not be ideal. Having said that, I would agree with you that I'd take the Sub if I had to choose one. The glidelock makes it easier to dial in a perfect fit whenever and wherever I am. And I like the fact that it blends in more, makes me less self-conscious about wearing it. It kinda disappears on my wrist. And because they sized it up a bit (esp the bracelet) with the 41mm, it just feels like a tougher and more durable watch.

[@florianschaefer2527]

If you ever really fell in love with either one of these watches, it is a keeper. For me, I bought my Submariner right after I finished my studies and working at the local supermarket. Also this watch has been present on my wedding day and the birth of both of my children. That is a long way to go for any other watch, be it Rolex, Omega, Moser or any other brand

[@thehunt226]

Great comparison, as usually. As it´s Roley way, we´ll never understand why they refuse to add a "on the fly" adjustment to all their watsches, a shame really....

[@steves8322]

Definitely need both…they wear completely different and I love them both

[@sachinl611]

Both are iconic wristwatches.. fortunately I own both of them. But there is something about the sub which draws my inclination towards it more than my GMT or even my daydate RG CD with diamonds. One watch for your entire life . No doubt about that.

[@crimclay1077]

I go gmt for my lifestyle but understand someone choosing sub. It’s also a little more versatile with the colors.

[@Shogunsen]

Great video again and thank you for this cool comparison. I’m a few steps ahead trying to get on a list from my local AD since these models are incredibly sought after. In this process I had the same feelings about the Sub that you are expressing. On the other hand, the Sub is the watch everyone knows and the entry Rolex for all young consultants I know that just want to brag and are not really into watches. This is why I will probably try to get my hands on a GMT Batgirl since it has a great heritage as well, is not the Pepsi, has a useful complication and is at least one step above entry consultant watch. So far my argumentation for myself. Problem: the market says I won’t get either and sit at Omega in a few month. Greetings from Austria/Germany.

[@Ben-yw8be]

I’d pick the GMT Master II. It has more utility. You can dive with it as well. Although if I was to keep one, I wouldn’t keep any of them. I would actually get the Rolex Oyster Perpetual. I like how simple that watch is. That watch’s design is also timeless.

[@jpwphotographicstudio3891]

I used to use my 16710 GMT2 for diving only sport diving 20 -30m on holidays. I had the choice of the Sub, Sea-dweller and Daytona in 1989 from memory none of them at the time was a month's wage. I had the Coke bezel changed for black about 2000 ish still though have the original bezel. My dad had a Rolex Sub, as a child never seemed anything special remember though in the 70s divers watches the in thing and, I often used to wear it for school...😂

[@1114gabby]

Both beautiful watches. I would probably choose the sub. They are a bit cost prohibitive for many of us and although I could buy one it would be quite a stretch. Currently I have a Tag Heur and an Omega 300 Professional. Still I look at watches all the time!

[@hemtet5500]

I still don’t know which is which but that probably won’t be much of a concern if I’m honest.

[@johnbrock6248]

My Batman is my daily watch. It’s great! A bit more understated than the Pepsi. A little classier, I think. I also have the Sprite which is quite whimsical and one you don’t see often. I opted for the Sea Dweller over the Sub because it’s like the Sub on steroids. Great watch.

[@Greggieboy76]

Loved the vid - thanks for the great content!

[@gtcih]

I was lucky enough to recently acquire a new Rolex Sea-Dweller 43mm from an AD. If I had to choose one watch from either my Omega Planet Ocean, Doxa 1500T or Sea-Dweller, I would choose the Omega. That watch is eye candy followed by the Doxa.

[@TheChapsGuide]

Wow. You must be a really accomplished deep sea diver with that collection?

[@DanSchrimpsher]

Speedmaster. Everyday and twice on Sunday.

[@desireless4092]

I own both. The 3861 Sapphire and the 124060. The bracelet of the Sub is untouchable compared to the one my Speedy came with. And let's not talk about the excuse of a clasp Omega chose to put on. Only one micro adjust and safe but the style of the clasp itself, I am not over the moon about it (no pun intended). The Speedy itself is awesome, but came with out of the box defect I am trying to resolve with my warranty.

[@dees9502]

I sold my Speedy last year. Never wore it. What’s the point of a chronograph if it’s never used?

[@DanSchrimpsher]

Chronograph sonograph. It's about the moon landing on the back 😊

[@desireless4092]

@@DanSchrimpsher sure, all about the show and no substance

[@DanSchrimpsher]

@@desireless4092 That's an interesting take. I would say its all about the history. I live and work with NASA as an engineer and space stuff has a place in my heart. I love watches (I am currently looking at a Breitling Navitimer 36 (pistachio) which is more my style in watches than either Rolex).

[@brunom6153]

You are a Star! Big hug from Portugal!

[@TriforceRich]

I’ve owned both and now I just own the Sub. The bezel is much more useful on a daily basis, I think the case is nicer (41mm Sub), more comfortable, and glidelock. The Pepsi is cool because you get the color and it’s a lot rarer in the wild but I have a white gold Sub, so I get my color and almost no one owns it.

[@georgiosdedes]

Fully agree with your conclusions. Both desirable for all the right reasons, have them both although my Sub is newer, ceramic with date function. For me the glide lock system is something I could not live without due to change in temperatures and humidity having a life travelling between north and south Europe. Nevertheless, I love my GMT Pepsi but I would never part with my steel black dial Sub date ceramic.

[@riccardotrevisiol6901]

The GMT fixture is essential for my life style. It is my everyday watch. The Submariner is a gorgeous watch, I have a vintage 1965 James Bond which I use in special occasions.

[@EssexJames65]

A potentially controversial opinion, but I don't think Rolexes are gentlemen's watches at all. In my mind they're for used car dealers and other spivs. How about a subtle JLC, Patek if the budget runs to it, an older Omega, Longines, Grand Seiko, or a British-made (Swiss movement) Bremont. In general, I consider straps to be preferable to bracelets as found on the Tudor I'm wearing right now.

[@comeonman7423]

Love this, have to agree you can’t go wrong with either.. I think I’ll have both 👌🏽

[@adamg393]

The Sub goes with anything your wearing but I prefer the date

[@michaelriera6277]

Same here. Something very special about the cyclops.

[@Kaitios]

I'm hoping at Watches and Wonders they release the Root Beer on a Jubilee bracelet. I'm going to get the Root Beer after April even if it remains on the Oyster! It's a beautiful watch, and I can't wait to make it my very first luxury watch purchase. It's going to memorialize the first 2.5 years of my successful business, and also to celebrate the birth of my son come June.

[@Ali-h3d2i]

I completely agree. My choice is Submariner👍 The masculine energy of this watch cannot be compared with any other watch

[@voilatc1619]

Interesting video, I’ve owned and sold both the Pepsi GMT and Submariner. While I have agree that they are both great watches, over the past couple of years I’m just not comfortable wearing any of my expensive watches in London. I still have a nice collection, including a Rolex Explorer 1 and 2 but I tend to wear my Baltic Aquascapthe Bronze or my 1980’s CWC Field watch on a daily basis. I can relax and enjoy them without worrying about someone trying to pinch them. It’s a shame things are like that but I still enjoy my watches.

[@TrumanBurbankFE]

First-time buyers tend to go for a Sub, as common people all know about it, while collectors always will vote for a Pepsi.

[@05Rudey]

I don't own a Rolex, only ever held one in my hands for a few seconds - delicately like a new born baby, as I have never held anything that expensive in my life. That was a brand new Submariner belonging to my brother in law. I nearly got one about 3 years back, I saved up for a 36mm Explorer for a number of years putting a little aside a month (I prefer to save up, take my time, i dunno it just feels better when you have worked and saved for something, it gives it more value imho) but I bottled it at the last second in favour of 3 other watches (Squale 1521 50 Atmos, Omega Speedmaster 39mm automatic version, Cartier Tank ) My thinking at the time was that I wanted a Casual, Smart Casual and a Formal watch, but not a day has gone by that I wished I just got the Explorer now, maybe later on. Picking out of these two? I prefer the Submariner. It's one of the most iconic watches ever made imho.

[@SteveMrW]

I would go 100% for the GMT2.

[@SteveMrW]

Couldn’t edit my post, I wanted to add that I have a 14060 non date Sub.

[@tedg.8026]

Greetings from Washington D.C!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸Great video as always! Chad. It’s tough to choose between those two great timepieces. It’s like asking who’s your favorite child? lol I agree that I would choose Sub as well. I do have a Sub Starbucks (Green lover).

[@jimf7654]

The Sub has that James Bond kind of vibe…I totally agree👍

[@leekindell9937]

Both great. Although the sub is like the bmw 3 series of watches. Really common everyone has them but they are good. I do have sub no date but mine a vintage now 24 year old. I have a batgirl and a black ceramic Daytona. I do mix them all up. I admit I do love the fully brushed oyster strap on subs more than any other straps Rolex do

[@VicFlange]

Ash, have you seen the Omega Seamaster Worldtimer? That’s a beautiful piece. Ever thought about putting your Submariner on a rubber Everest strap?

[@spsmith1965]

I happen to be picking up my Rolex Sub today. But plan to get a GMT2 as well.

[@dees9502]

I have both. And a Tudor GMT. Easy button.

[@umq5147]

But… would you choose a submariner with or without date?

[@TheChapsGuide]

Personally, I don’t like the cyclops bubble, so the no date is for me.

[@Greygoose3130]

The GMT MII and Daytona are the two Rolex’s I long for but I’ve never felt that way about the Submariner. To me it’s always been the Rolex that my friends and colleagues who know nothing about watches seem to have. For a dive watch I just really prefer the Seamaster.

[@teenoso4069]

Recently, you asserted your journey with Rolex was done and there would be big changes with a video to follow. What month is the expected first video release of this much anticipate new direction?

[@TheChapsGuide]

I'm still working on that one, but it will be along soon.

[@mwiethoff]

I own 126710BLRO & 114060LN - the perfect pair!

[@paulhammal7231]

A great dilemma 😊 Nice you’ve got a Pepsi. They’re like rocking horse poo right now and used prices reflect this. I’ve just bought a JC Deepsea. Love it- getting loads of wrist time 😃👍

[@lonewolfemcquade8133]

Back in 2003 I went with the Rolex Submariner 14060m and followed it up with a Rolex Explorer 114270 in 2007. They been faithful companions since. Not really into Rolex modern offerings though

[@okidoki2952]

I’m always torn between the two…. IMO Sub is a tool, GMT a tad dressier due to polished centre links and clasp, nightmare for showing scratches…..much better size clasp on the GMT although you loose the handy glide lock🤷🏼‍♂️

[@Coolguy24686]

Finally another Rolex video! Good work!

[@hypnotoads]

To my mind it's a hard pass on both. I would go for the original Omega Planet Ocean 2500D and spend the change on a couple of nice suits!

[@cookingwithwatches]

I used to be a Sub guy. Now I lean more towards GMT

[@syedsabeeth7996]

GMT functionality any day ! also wears better !

[@emexokezie7796]

Love the Submariner from my pre-teen youth back in the 70s...before most knew of the Rolex today... However, the GMT MASTER II is far more useful for me than the deeper diver sub... If only Rolex would lessen the shiny glam of the GMT.. Mno polished centre links, concealed oyster clasp but less 'tinny' more volume.. We good!

[@kumadoken]

40mm is the best sub to get hands down.... 41 is really to big for this watch. GMT master 2 Pepsi is the best watch to get on grey market right now hands down. As to be honest they have already been discontinued. These 2 rolex are the only 2 watch anyone needs to have in their collection don't waste money buying watches yr AD is tempting you. You only can sell them at a lost as these 2 watches are the only ones going up on the watch index. End of! Also dont wear either of these in London especially the pepsi!

[@metro2171]

Both they serve different purpose . Have them both and love them equally

[@Sams911]

By far the GMT, but then then I’m an airline pilot so I’m biased.

[@entrepreneurinbusiness1031]

Love your feed - but confused as you always say u love the smaller datejust

[@thormusique]

Wonderful video, Ash! Beautiful watches but both well beyond my means. On the other hand, I love your navy pea coat and would love to know your recommendation for finding a proper pea coat. There are so many out there that are sub-par (and I've had some of them). I'd certainly be willing to pay a bit extra for a properly made version of this coat. Cheers!

[@ron74555]

Ted Baker pea coat...any model before the one they released last winter. Avoid the Billy Reid bond pea coat....it's terrible quality.

[@TheChapsGuide]

Mine is a US Navy surplus pea coat. £25 on eBay.

[@thormusique]

@@TheChapsGuide Seriously?! That's a terrific deal, certainly. The best ones I've had have all been navy surplus. The only 'fashion' brand I've had that was any good was an old Ralph Lauren, which cost about 10x the price of a fine surplus one. Cheers! 🙂

[@wristopia4101]

The new Submariner being 41/21mm kind of changes the dynamic a bit IMO. Also availiable without cyclops is a big bonus. I will feel sick when the Batman catches up to these dimensions 😭

[@nzkid07]

Rolex GMT is the watch to get after you've got the Sub.! Both are great watches.

[@jonathansmith283]

good day sir- I am lucky enough to have : a sub date & a 'batgirl' . I like the gmt batgirl , but the sub date is the daily wear rolex for myself - both from an AD ( two separate AD's ). be safe . ~. JDS/CT.

[@b_altmann]

Yes I was interested in the Sub for a while, but then I found it would attract too much attention and I would not wear it. So it needs to be something else. It’s a shame that the vintage ones (which are more subtle) are more expensive than the new models.