Why I'm Done with Rolex | Rolex GMT-Master II aka "the Batman" Review

My review of the Rolex GMT Master II ref 126710BLNR aka the Batman. Spoiler alert, I love it, but I'm so done with Rolex...sorta.
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[@IrishScribbler]

Who knew that Lionel Richie was such a fountain of knowledge regarding watches.

[@BrandonMenancio]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@seang2822]

😂

[@richieb6998]

LR I’ve seen wearing APs so I bet he knows his onions

[@anthonyr.3799]

Savage😆😆

[@andybell1983]

Hello..... Is it a rolex your looking for? 🤣

[@eggsII]

I was just talking bout this sentiment yesterday. I don’t want to feel like I’m a part of an exclusive club where I have to maintain relationships to own or buy anything. It feels unnecessarily elitist and stupid. I can admire the design, innovation, and quality without that nonsense.

[@BrandonMenancio]

Couldn’t agree more! Thanks for tuning in.

[@jolin8493]

I have had Rolex for decades, still use them daily. Its just the last few years the prices have gone record high, because of social media. In 2017 I got 10% discount from my AD when I bought my Rolex sport steel.

[@retailnashville684]

I will say not all AD’s are the same. Some appear to be focused on building relationships with local buyer interested in owning vs flipping.

[@eggsII]

@@retailnashville684 Likely, this is true. I will say that I know a women who owns a Rolex who received really snotty service because the person who purchased the watch for her bought an after-market, diamond-studded bezel for her watch back in the 80s. Mind you, she was taking the watch in for a major service (shattered crystal, etc). That type of elitism is pure garbage.

[@robertrindler2080]

I concur

[@jushuf1]

“Silly friendship games...” - 😂 Brandon throwin down hard facts. Love it. Great video.

[@gizamlukeable]

Mom wanted a nice watch to wear and decided on the OP 36 Turquoise blue. Yep, you guessed, was told no inventory by the AD. I’m not interested in playing their games. We are paying customers giving them money not the other way round. This is not customer service or luxury at all.

[@junkyardparadise]

imagine if you walk in an AD to order an OP, and 3-6 months later you are guaranteed to receive your watch. That would put an end to the flippers for OP.

[@Hellspawn256]

Went into an AD in Sept to inquire about a Polar Explorer I'd been wanting for a couple of years. The saleswoman went to ask her boss if a special order could be made since requesting them from Rolex was not always a slam dunk. She got the go ahead, I paid for the watch and was told it could be 6-8 months before it arrived. I got the call on Monday it was in, and am going in tomorrow to pick it up. Never done business with that AD before, but was never bullshitted about the wait and the supply issues. It'll all depend on the AD you go to. Some want you to show them love before they take care of you, some will be honest with you and hope to win your business that way. I'm yet to see any specific hard evidence that Rolex themselves encourage their dealers to act that way. If you have a bad experience at an AD that's the AD/salesperson's issue, not necessarily Rolex.

[@rshvkkt91]

There was a time when a young professional could save up for a few years and reward himself with a stainless steel sport Rolex at an AD to commemorate a job well done. Not anymore. You have to be a celebrity or filthy rich to be even on the waiting list for these watches. I like Rolex watches but absolutely hate the manufacturer for their shady marketing tactics.

[@rockysahota1]

@rishav kakati try to get yourself a ap or Patek. 10x harder

[@mikec3454]

It's not Rolex to blame ... it's the ADs. Rolex "sells" 100% of the watches it produces to its ADs. Why would they produce anymore? Think of the effort and money involved even to produce 10-15% more watches, for what? They don't have to. It's the ADs who are selling their watches out the backdoor to greys that is driving this market up. Walk into any Rolex AD and the shelves are empty, it's embarrassing for the brand really.

[@solefreak2]

@@mikec3454 And what about the actual Rolex stores, are they also back dooring the watches? When did this silly game begin?

[@rhine2y6y]

@@mikec3454 Why is a shortage embarrassing? It's deliberate. Scarcity drives up demand. If they thought the market could absorb endless watches without a drop in price, ever, I'm sure they would expand productive capacity.

[@steelsteez6118]

@@mikec3454 "why would they produce anymore?" To make more money? 🤔

[@defenestratedone]

I feel this. I got my Explorer 1 about a year ago (preowned, of course) and that would be my one and done with Rolex, but I am still tempted by that GMT. Tons of other brands make great divers and everyday watches, but I'm still looking for a proper travel GMT (independent local hour hand, rotating bezel) and rolex seems to make the only one that isn't huge. I'd go with the Tudor but it's just too chunky. Other brands, please step up the GMT game!

[@markp9416]

I was was one of those lucky people that managed to walk into an AD and leave with my explorer. I felt like I hit the lottery. lol

[@vianouche1]

Me too!! Well, I waited for 3 weeks and got one ordered for someone that didn't want it anymore. Yep we hit the lottery 👊🏻

[@thetheo5309]

same here!

[@brandonnickerson8934]

Nicely done.

[@brandonnickerson8934]

In my life, like many of us, I have pi$$ed away money on enjoyable toys, vehicles..but that feeling you get walking out to your vehicle with an item that increases 40% in value vs losing value, is a once in a lifetime experience. The Crown is powerful.

[@SkyNikita322]

@@brandonnickerson8934 Exactly what a REAL watch lover shouldn't think or be excited about. The more I hear this shit the more I'm tempted to give my money to Grand Seiko. Fuck the rolex snobbery !

[@samsonnava5450]

The same Ben bridge I was a customer where I bought my two tone GMT, and my Batman GMT all of a sudden started playing games and giving me the run around asking me dumb questions when I inquire about the new Submariner Kermit, I looked at the sales person and told them I was a customer for 20 years and I was wearing a Lange when spoke to her, really disappointed

[@ignacyk4585]

display case backs are good if there is something to exhibit, should you design movement with efficiency in mind you would also keep the lid closed on it

[@TheSH1N1GAM1]

Are two tone or solid precious metal configurations more available? You mentioned steel specifically being hard to get. This would just surprise me if it’s the case.

[@Matthew-wn8oq]

I thought the difference between Batman and Batgirl was the bracelet? Jubilee is Batgirl and the regular 3 link is Batman?

[@davidoletep]

Socal resident here. Awesome vid. The AD game can be frustrating. Especially if your contact leaves the company. You'd almost have to start back at square one. I've shopped at an AD rolex boutique, where all they sell is rolex, no other brands or products. Establishing a purchase record can be hard if all you can do is drop by and drop 10k during a visit because all they do is sell rolex watches and nothing else. Most normal people can't do that. Keep the vids coming. Glad I found you via crown and caliber.

[@rts5580]

Feel ya, on the having to play the “silly friendship game to maybe earn the right to buy a watch at a later date”. No thanks!

[@beerkegaard]

It’s not friendship. It’s just money.

[@apt62]

It got so much easier during the pandemic.

[@SaiiTube]

Great video like always! Im really enjoying your watch content, but I‘m also looking forward to other stuff in the future :) I‘d love to see a video about the JLC Master Moonphase (Silver Dial) if its possible🙏🏼

[@HarryBunnGRVOTV]

I agree 100%, i could afford a rolex at the rrp but an ad will never sell one to me as i’m not into begging & i am not prepared to pay double the price. I am so happy with Tudor and Omega and am currently saving for my next Omega.

[@AK-pr2nk]

You just on a waiting list and pay the RRP, in the UK anyway

[@cashinhand]

The idea that Rolex is still a brand for the average middle class consumer is just plain incorrect at this point, that’s not the case anymore and hasn’t been the case for a number of years. The market for the casual and average Rolex consumer is the gray market now (that's the sad truth). Rolex ADs are now fully reserved for preferencial clientele, this fact is for sure annoying but at this point it is indeed fact.

[@mjinzarli]

100%. I feel that 99% of the Rolex buyers are grey market dealers and flippers. Just look at all the Facebook watch selling groups

[@562mjohnson]

It was never that. I think you're mixing up Rolex and Seiko.

[@user-oc8cl9rd9y]

False, been buying Rolex since early 2000s, my dealer gets every SS I want. Because I have built my relationship with them through the years, and I know plenty of people like me. We don’t flip.

[@mjinzarli]

@@user-oc8cl9rd9y mate, with all due respect your not the majority. I'm the same I don't flip either. But majority of people who rush to buy Rolex are flippers

[@zhan9207]

It is acceptable to have one o two models difficult, but not when every models are freaking difficult.

[@BrandonMenancio]

I feel ya!

[@sergezerkin]

who says ? who are you to judge .. they make millions of watches and people still want more. so you go make millions of watches.

[@osmannathanie1461]

Hey Brandon, loving the videos so far and loving the anime vibes you attach to your vids and your sense of humour, I crack up when you put that ridiculous wig on lol . Don't know if you'd be willing to answer this but what is it that you do for a living? Just curious... Thanks

[@cwpetty]

Great points made! Do you like the GMT Master II more than the Explorer?

[@aln4244]

I bought a watch from an AD for my partner, a datejust two tone rose gold 36mm. I have been on a waitlist for an explorer. He told me that basically I have no chance. I told him to take me off the waitlist. I was so annoyed. The AD told me its because supply issues etc etc. I saw another AD and he said if anyone tells you anything about supply or manufacturing etc, they are lying because Rolex does not tell anyone - no AD what their plans are.

[@user-do8ef4np7q]

They lied to you. They probably had the explorer in the back. When i bought my explorer i asked about a sub to buy in the near future They said no chance. After buying the explorer i left the shop just for coming in half an hour later to fix the bracelet a little better... they were giving a guy the new sub 41 they had in the back. It was akward for them cause i made em clear i saw what they did there.... and also, they gave me the explorer just because they knew me...

[@martinharrison4245]

Totally agree with you Brandon. The big difference is rolex watches hold their money, so if you get bored with it, your 10k stays in your pocket. If it's a grail watch that's an important aspect to many buyers. If you buy an omega for 7k say, then you might only get half back 5 years down the road. It's shit and all that , but it's true. If you could go into an AD and buy the rolex just like that , then they wouldn't hold up in value anywhere near as good as they do now. It stinks , but they get away with it, because they are so desired. Personally when you get one in hand ,they are rather bland in some ways, but always seem to wear well. Omegas are nice but always quite chunky, I like my rados, because their quite elegant and always well made. I've got a captain cook and it's similar in design to the omega 3oo bond watch , but slimmer in profile. It's also incredibly light to wear on the leather strap for an automatic. And under 2k it's not going to break the bank either !!!

[@matthewdavis8199]

As a fellow recent SBGJ235 owner I've grown through the same process of Rolex, then Omega, then GS, and also with an eye on the future with Moser. You my friend are absolutely spot on!

[@nandodiaz2197]

thanks to Rolex fans for raising the prices of Rolex watches, because of this I can buy other better watches at a lower price, keep up the good job Rolex fans.

[@endlessrage4062]

Batman/Batgirl was the names from the previous models. The Batman on oyster bracelet and the Batgirl on the jubilee. Now the name difference is less relevant as you can specify the watch with either bracelet option.

[@miurakun23]

I just have one question, where do you get the music!? So awesome lol

[@BrandonMenancio]

Epidemic Sound. Are you a Slam Dunk fan?! It’s my favorite manga ever! They’re releasing a movie this year. So excited.

[@jimlittle5769]

And now, to go along with the z-blue Milgauss I got from an out of state AD in July, I got the Batman on jubilee (The Bruce Wayne, featured in this video) in October from a different out of state AD, and the Polar Explorer II this month (from the same out of state AD I got the Milgauss from). The longest wait was for the Polar at four months. I've been incredibly lucky since these are my first three Rolex ever and I had never bought anything from these ADs before these watches.

[@omar1818]

Similar. My first was a Milgauss (Black), then a Batman (on Oyster). But after watching this channel, I had to get the Minamo

[@ski3504]

Great video! I bought my GMT Master II 10 years ago and didn’t have to play any games. Surprised(well maybe not..) that this is going on. I’ve owned a Seamaster and would buy again instead of playing games with an AD on a Rolex.

[@manishdalamal9007]

i own a rolex 126711chnr and am unhappy to note that the accuracy is +3seconds per day.

[@andyt6819]

I hear the 114060 bracelet could fit in the 127610blnr, if this is true that would be my grail

[@vianouche1]

Curious to have your opinion on the Tudor P01 Brandon!!! It would be an original review 😉

[@lipinglin1994]

Rolex should be a great tool watch. That is it. By marking them up to that of a higher level, when their craftsmanship is not as good as A Lange and Patek (or even Montblanc's Minerva) is basically insanity.

[@sidneyt1016]

I agree with you !00% and feel the same way. If it’s totally the ADs which I feel they are mainly responsible, why are Rolex Boutiques empty too then? Are they being selective too?

[@MrLukeeld]

Your sentiments on Rolex are precisely why I walked straight past the Rolex AD into Omega and bought my SMP 300 NTTD. Great video thanks

[@BrandonMenancio]

Awesome! I loved that watch. It’s so light and the bracelet it’s very comfortable. Thanks for tuning in.

[@jeremyeagles3237]

Omega is no better now

[@Rommel1988111]

Skip to minute 6 if you want to avoid all the generalities and watch specifications

[@humbledone749]

I felt this to the core! Imagine begging someone to take your 10k. Really wanted to buy my father a watch for his retirement, with no relationship with an AD this is impossible

[@kelbyvaldez4141]

The waitlist is imaginary. Just find an employee at an AD that you vibe with, leave a Google review with your name, and hype them up. Get their card before you leave, and send them a text message thanking them for taking the time so that they have your direct line, and you stand a good chance of getting a watch whenever they get one in. Also take the time to go into the store once a month, or send a follow up text saying “Hope all is well, just wanted to let you know that I’m still in the market for (reference number), whenever you get one in” I’ve purchased many Rolexes from an AD included a Pepsi, Starbucks, Root Beer, and standard black sub. It’ll all about your approach, and leaving a lasting impression on the employee behind the counter. Hope this helps you get a watch in the future!

[@uwsblue]

@@kelbyvaldez4141 This is useful constructive advice, but the fact remains that it's bananas that you have to go to these lengths to persuade them to take thousands of dollars of your money from you.

[@WestCoastAce27]

@@kelbyvaldez4141everyone does the brown nosing with the salespeople, proving you’re not a flipper, showing you know watches and have a collection. They get that every day. I finally bit the bullet and bought a Batman - met someone at a watch show, got a good deal but still over retail. Unless the whole world goes into recession steel sports Rolexes may never again be obtainable at MSRP. And even then - there are a lot of rich people in the world, some will weather the storm and still have dry powder.

[@ejjrl1ify]

Well said. I think many of us are feeling the same. I did manage to buy a BLNR Oyster back in Oct 18, the experience was terrible.

[@gcklo]

The new Batman is such a gorgeous watch!

[@kawasaki9167]

The way how Rolex is traded nowadays, looks like it is going down for sure. I agreed 100% that we should not succumb to this “relationship” game by AD. It is simply ignorant and stupid !Get other watches that are far more superior than ROLEX.

[@562mjohnson]

Lol how's this prediction turning out?

[@jamespalsson746]

Even DJ36 with blue dial is difficult to get from the AD at this point q.q

[@562mjohnson]

I scored a 41mm stainless sub date and a Pepsi yesterday from an AD. I stopped into 4 or 5 stores and hit it off with the staff. They didn't have what I wanted as was expected. I ended up buying a thousand dollar gold wedding band while I was at it. I obviously let them know to let me know about any steel sports models that come in. They called me 2 months later with the sub date. Went and grabbed it. I had stopped into the store a few other times after that visit just to say hi. Literally only a few times and within 2 weeks I got the call. Caller ID said "AD company name". I answered the phone "What do you got for me?". They said they had the opportunity to sell me a Pepsi. I was walking out of the store with the watch within an hour. These watches are special not only because they are awesome but because they are rare and hard to get. They are also one of the best ways to store value with something that you actually wear and use. Once you mix in the Grey market values of either of the two watches I mentioned I would consider the 3 hours I spent driving to and from the store and time in the store worth the investment. Also when you look at the long term value increases on these watches its a bigger no-brainer.

[@user-hk1cc6jc2v]

The name doesn’t change just depending on who you ask. The watch you are reviewing is the Batgirl as it has the jubilee bracelet !!

[@drbop6951]

My AD account handler in the UK offered me the Batman, the red line Sea Dweller and an Air king all on the same day. I'm just respectful and pleasant with her, I've bought a few watches from them, but nothing ott. Also an explorer, two two-tone daytoners and a JC D Blue last year. I didn't realise that was possibly quite a thing. It's a strange world.

[@actnaturally388]

Yup 💯 agree I think Rolex intentionally control the supply of SS professional model to support other good watch brands (now I’m a big fan of GS, JLC) Buy new watches above retail doesn’t make sense to me. Thank you Rolex marketing team

[@brois841]

100% agree with you. I was one of those "average" people on the street that finally became successful a few years ago and wanted to get a Rolex as a celebration of the success. Went to the Rolex dealer and was politely told to pound sand. So instead I bought a much less expensive Oris Aquis Date with a green dial (love the look) and I've been happy ever since. Now that I know more about watches, instead of Rolex, my next watch will be another Oris or a Grand Seiko.

[@BrandonMenancio]

GS and Oris are brands! The green Aquis Date looks great btw 👍

[@Judah.Rosenthal]

You might not say it, but if you want a Rolex, you want a Rolex. I have had many and the only thing I regret is selling before the current price pop. Kinda crazy. But great timing for some.

[@brois841]

@@Judah.Rosenthal I knew nothing about watches or Rolex. I wanted it because I knew they were expensive and I wanted to commemorate an achievement. My co-worker had a gold Rolex and that's what basically drove me to look at them. I don't regret getting the Oris one bit!

[@Judah.Rosenthal]

@@brois841 That’s great to hear. My personal experience is that if I buy an “alternative” it eats at me until the watch I did buy I don’t enjoy and the watch I didn’t buy takes on unrealistic expectations and desire.

[@rosskaske6357]

cope forever

[@kissmyairs81]

I have to admit, I went to AD and they offered me the datejust Rhodium, but I wanted the black dial. So I didn't buy it. I couldve flipped it but I DIDNT! Two months later, they had a white datejust, I didn't take it, still waiting for the black dial.... I didn't buy and flip but I couldve done it twice. I am stupid....correct?

[@dl14say67]

Nice video, well presented but can’t let you get away with getting the reference number wrong of the watch you are reviewing! It’s the 126710 BLNR, not 126701. The 0 at the end of the reference signifies the material of the watch, O being stainless.👍

[@BrandonMenancio]

lol I know...I caught it as soon as I uploaded it! Thanks for tuning in.

[@dl14say67]

@@BrandonMenancio no worries, keep doing what you do. It’s good content👍

[@michaelmarkey9302]

Great video. I think we’re all going to start talking a lot more about Moser soon. As for Rolex, although frustrating the waiting game pulls a lot of us in. They’ve kept a lot of us chasing that phone call.

[@NEROROYAL]

Love Moser but they’re damn expensive and there’s the entry level price is high too.

[@Mr24NOFX]

Batman is on an oyster bracelet batgirl is on a jubilee bracelet

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Another great video man! I completely agree with you on the topic of Rolex playing games, total BS. Nice to see you included my friend Dale’s b-roll on here! @mracekproductions !! Keep up the great content man!

[@BrandonMenancio]

Thanks Miguel! Oh, Dale is the man!

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

@@BrandonMenancio tune in for tomorrow’s podcast, he’s our special guest!

[@bryanbeckett869]

Hey dude! Just found the channel yesterday, so apologies if you've said this ad nauseam at this point, but what's your wrist size? You make that 40mm Rolex look kind of perfect, but you can tell you don't have tiny wrists. As a bigger wristed dude, I find a lot of popular watch KZbinrs have 6 inch wrists and I can never tell how a watch would look on me. EDIT: HAH. Next video I watched you said! 7.5! Same as me. I am looking at the Black Bay 58, and only got to try the 41mm version last time I was at the AD. It looked fine, but that thickness was the issue. The 58 looks great on you, so I am booking an appointment this Sunday to see it myself.

[@BrandonMenancio]

Thanks for tuning in! So after checking multiple times since starting this KZbin thing, i concluded that my wrist size is actually 7.25 inches. I was measuring wrong early on. Nonetheless, the BB58 wore like a dream! Great size and way thinner looking than the BB 41. I actually ended up selling my bb58 though 😅 I decided to move away from vintage inspired pieces. Something about it being a vintage vintage inspired watch in 20 to 30 years threw me off.

[@bryanbeckett869]

@@BrandonMenancio Hah I will check in the AD if it suits me. I still love the look of the 58, but I do get what you mean about the vintage look. I don’t think it bothers me so much. It was a consideration I made. Let’s see how I feel a few years after owning it hah. I need to just keep my eyes off the GS when I’m at the AD because if I see a Snowflake I don’t know what I’ll do hah.

[@SteveDion]

Another great video. Refreshing from “other typical” watch review channels. Humble, funny, great shots. Keep it up!

[@BrandonMenancio]

Thanks Steve!

[@mikecausey7778]

Rolex must do something about the flippers that are driving up the secondary market. Lots of people are sick of the crowns games and as you state there are lots of great alternative options right now.

[@jolin8493]

You go buy Omega instead if you don't have afford to buy Rolex for the market price, and stop complaining!

[@jolin8493]

@@Mint-cb2vc No, Rolex havent "created".. How/why should they? Did PP an AP create it too? Why should Rolex bother to risk increasing production costs, maybe loose money, while they make good money today? If anything Rolex should increase their prices instead..

[@donald1983]

What reference is that H Moser please?

[@larsstougaard7097]

I like the Batgirl, but yes hate the waiting lists, dealers approach towards customers and the grey marked flippers. Rolex has just lost me with their "new" business model, I will never beg them to take my money. Thankfully there are many many other options.

[@tim462]

What are your Thoughts on the nomos Club Campus? :)

[@actnaturally388]

IMO gorgeous watch 👍🏻

[@foryoubene]

Schlag zu! 👌🏼

[@BrandonMenancio]

I like it...especially at that price point

[@tim462]

Brandon Menancio Thank you! :)

[@winstonthecuttlefish5352]

I thought the difference between 'Batman' and 'Batgirl' is whether the BLNR is on the Oyster or Jubilee bracelet?

[@marianobergamino8104]

Well said, Brandon. Rolex deserves disapproval, not hype, for the way they treat they potential clients. No matter how good or bad their watches are, their marketing strategy is perverse and should not be validated. Keep on with the great work!

[@562mjohnson]

Rolex isn't treating their customers like anything. The supply is limited. You're not buying from a Rolex employee. You're buying from dealers. Rolex knows what they are doing and they do it well.

[@tillist1]

I don’t if they would really be your style but have you ever considered a Nomos review? Their watches they got something special IMO.

[@guenthermarschall01]

Totally get you. I sold my Explorer 1 and the Air King (both with a ridiculous plus) because people are so/too f**ing crazy about the damn crown. Then I got myself a JLC Polaris - and guess what? I love it! It's the better watch with the better image for a reasonable prize. Plus: not every blondie knows it. ;)

[@renaud_]

I also can’t deal with this list and purchase history bs. I can understand when it’s a hand made product or really limited edition but here we talk about a brand that makes 1 million pieces a year, come one! Great video 👌🏻

[@michaelostermann4198]

ID on the t-shirt? Like the fade. Another great video. Thanks!

[@manny655321]

Great review. I love my Batman, as an airline pilot it is a genuinely useful tool only matched by smart watches. But getting one at MSRP was a huge PITA. On the other hand, my Grand Seiko GMT is just as good if not better and I got it at a large discount at the Narita airport. Subcribing.

[@Deez_Nutz510]

Hopefully you read this. Im flying to Japan the end of March. How were you able to get the GS for a discount at Narita? Thats the airport Im flying into.

[@USMCRonin]

@@Deez_Nutz510apan has a duty free tax. Just have your passport I bought 4 GS in my recent trip thru Japan at the boutiques. It’s about a 15 minute process they’ll make copies of your passport and run it in the system. Saved me over $1k in taxes altogether also if you get the chance go to the Ginza flagship store they have an upstairs museum and a nearby museum it was an awesome experience.

[@straden79]

you see, those "games" are whats keeping the values of the watches or even be able to sell for double or more in used market...

[@BrandonMenancio]

I don’t wanna sell for double. I just want a nice watch that retains decent value.

[@MainerInJapan]

This is the first video of yours I've seen. Happy to subscribe! Great stuff! By the way, I'm also Brandon. =D

[@BrandonMenancio]

Thanks 🙏 more to come!

[@user-xh5pi2nf9q]

Right there with you. I saved up for years to get a Rolex Sub. But then decided to propose to my wife. She said if we ever inherited money that I could use it for one, by the time that happened we were married for 5 years and looking at having a baby. I have my own business going now and doing decently. I started looking at watches again and the Hulk that I listed after for years is unobtainable for me....

[@BrandonMenancio]

Yea dude! It’s crazy now. Check out a lot of the other great brands out there.

[@user-xh5pi2nf9q]

@@BrandonMenancio honestly top of my list are Zenith El Primero 38mm, Omega Seamaster 300 Master Coaxial, and Tudor Black Bay 58. The Omega is one that I want to try on most.

[@Sams911]

Trust me, you're never done with Rolex... I've tried 3 times.... not Patek, not AP, not anything makes you feel the way a Rolex does. And it's not just stainless... it's two tone and solid gold models... even the stainless AirKing is hard to get... supply=demand.

[@mariobotti1952]

Come on, a PP aquanaut or nautilus will smoke any Rolex on this earth

[@markjosephbudgieridgard]

Well said I agree with everything you say regarding Rolex the way this company treats watch buyers is an absolute disgrace I absolutely loath this brand now... Ridiculously over priced, overhyped and overrated.... Just look at the fantastic watches you can buy at a reasonable price from brands like Longines, Eterna, Zenith, Oris, Breitling, Eberhard, Ball,Tutima, just to name a few these are brands with real heritage... Don't pander to Rolex this brand is taking you for a mug.... They don't even provide a beautiful leather Box for your so called luxury watch... Its vinyl come on ROLEX show a bit of class......

[@jamesevanscovers]

Yet here we are, all still talking about them 👀

[@gmshadowtraders]

Love the 80s music my man!

[@razvanyke]

Man, your video editing skills are awesome! Enjoyed the video and I agree with the off-putting situation with ADs etc. As if saving 10k€ is not difficult enough, then the chase starts. Instant sub!

[@Rsolanzo]

I can't seem to love GS because of their lackluster bracelet. AD game is definitely frustrating. I put my name down for a 114060 in 2019, I called the AD again and visited and told them I've been waiting for a no date submariner and their response was, we don't do lists.

[@JJDITALIA]

Yeah GS dials are insanely nice. The bracelet is horrible though. Those two stupid tiny screws on either end of each link I loath. Whoever decided to go that direction should be beaten with a stick haha. If they would use solid screw pins it would be so much better.

[@christophertrapp4195]

How do I establish a purchase history when you won't sell me a watch!?

[@oceanblue5794]

Very much like a fresh grad wanting to work in a law firm or accounting firm. If you don't have experience, it's very hard to get a job there.

[@Portland_Living_Life]

Start simple, ask for an Explorer I, Air King, Datejust or Tudor. Then wear the watch, visit the AD, show them that you're not a flipper.

[@BrandonMenancio]

@Christopher Trapp Catch 22 fa sho!

[@christophertrapp4195]

@@Portland_Living_Life Explorer 1's are one of the hottest Rolexes right now, everybody covets the 39mm size. Not all Rolex dealers sell Tudor. I'd wager Rolex is banking on people buying a Tudor instead of a Rolex because the Average Joe will think it's "good enough". The real Rolex buyer will keep waiting and searching.

[@gizamlukeable]

Start by buying other brands that the AD carry. That’s if you are willing to “play” their game with no guarantee that eventually you’ll be offered the Rolex.

[@danielh2226]

I have been screaming the same for years!! Thank you for speaking facts!!! Love your content sir!

[@MarkMphonoman]

“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Agree with you 100%.

[@jasonhall10]

Are steel Tudors as hard to get as a steel Rolex?

[@stewester]

Absolutely not. Freely available at MSRP, or below in some cases.

[@jasonhall10]

@@stewester Thanks!

[@ronpower7790]

Well said...just waiting for the right GS to spent my money on...besides a classic 36 mm Datejust, Rolex hasn't got any model that is of interest for me anyway. Had the 39 mm Explorer from the current catalogue and even this simple watch is too maximized for my linking. Really these games of exclusivity and begging for a watch...they should go and f*** themselves.

[@actnaturally388]

Yeah and some Rolex AD salesman are pretty rude, a bad representative of the brand. That said the new SGLH005 is pretty amazing 🤩

[@nkoonkukoo]

Waiting for a 36mm explorer...

[@ronpower7790]

@@nkoonkukoo already have a 114270 👍

[@joepena9205]

Just picked up my Batman at my AD this week! Was in a waiting list for 4 months. Beautiful watch!

[@solefreak2]

And did you have to spend a shit load of money on other watches to get the call for the Batman?

[@watchyourstyle]

Brandon great to see you again brotha. Incredible video as always. I’m on the wait list for a batgirl myself 🦇

[@matthogan506]

Obviously to a lesser extent, but Tudor is the same way now too. I wish omega made a modern seamaster I liked cause I’d be all over it.

[@joshnatal73]

Hey Brandon , what you think will happen if rolex makes the Joker vessel ? Just a thought . Joker does bring flavor to anything involving batman . That love and hate relationship between the two can revolutionized the watch world . Just a telemarketing thought lol !!!!

[@steve-mb7us]

Hey i was wondering would you recommend crown an caliber as a legit rolex used seller thanks for your time an opinion

[@BrandonMenancio]

Of course! They even have a pretty good return policy.

[@steve-mb7us]

@@BrandonMenancio thank you i really appreciate your response have a great day/night.

[@perudolux]

Greatest video on the Rolex subject on KZbin. You just summed up my current opinion about Rolex. happy Snowflake owner here 😎👍

[@josiahschaffer9652]

I’m done with Rolex but let me make a video about them even though I’m done. Trust me I’m done. I’m really done. Let me tell you more about how done I am with Rolex.

[@algernonwolfwhistle6351]

Absolutely correct. There's something strange going on with Rolex, it seems like they're not interested in selling watches to first time customers or maybe the AD's get a better deal selling to people they know and don't need new customers. If Rolex aren't interested in your money there are a lot of other luxury watch makers out there who know how to treat new and potential customers. Great post.

[@beerkegaard]

It doesn’t work that way. ADs let you buy the desirable watches (Rolex steel sports) at retail if you spend a ton of money buying the less desirable watches (ladies watches, IWC, Panerai, etc) or buy jewelry. You can be a brand new customer and get a Batman if you also drop 100k on a bunch of less desirable shit.

[@ocb05]

@@beerkegaard And the way you meant, is total garbage that we all have been referring to

[@algernonwolfwhistle6351]

@@beerkegaard How many watches is a potential customer supposed to purchase before they are deemed to have enough credit with an AD for them to 'allow' a customer to buy a Rolex? I've bought other watches, Omega Seamaster for example but I still haven't got any further with my AD. I don't think that a customer should be treated in a way that Rolex AD's do; effectively holding customers to ransom with the kind of unwritten policy that you have outlined here. I've lost all faith in them and would rather shop elsewhere.

[@beerkegaard]

@@algernonwolfwhistle6351 Yea I think it's BS too. I also think it's the best possible marketing for the Rolex brand at the same time, since it's literally "For VIPs only." For every Omega buyer who is turned off by this, there's a "new money" playboy in Miami or Shanghai who wants Rolex and doesn't even know what Omega is.

[@algernonwolfwhistle6351]

@@beerkegaard Therefore the question is, what's in it for the AD's? If they are selling at list price then one person's money is as good as another's, including those you refer to as 'a "new money" playboy in Miami or Shanghai', and if they don't know what Omega is they shouldn't be allowed in a luxury watch dealers shop.

[@JackBarnes14]

Would be great to see some footage from out on one of your rides!

[@BrandonMenancio]

Definitely working on that 😁

[@watchguy8360]

Great Review! I have heard it called the Bruce Wayne as well (maybe include that in the title?)

[@fabricesimon9706]

I've seen a tones of Vida about Rolex hulk Batman pepsi root beer and so on. But is there a watch called superman; Apart from the Tema on ofcourse?

[@BrandonMenancio]

I think GS has one with that nickname.

[@andreasmolund]

I thought you had double standard because I'm a new viewer so i watched this vid somewhat first, and THEN watched your older videos. But I get it now. Subbed, my fellow mortal.

[@BrandonMenancio]

Thanks for tuning in and viewing the other videos. Much appreciated 🙌

[@LechonJames]

Dude, where did you get your flog gnaw hat?!?

[@davalex7100]

I actually owned a Submariner 126610LN after three weeks late September 2020 without having bought any Rolexes before. It was my very first Swiss watch. But I do understand what you mean and I will like your video.

[@pete6705]

I sucks. For the first time in my life I can afford one of these and I can’t get one. I am just learning about this AD situation and it’s not fun. I’ve been on a waiting list for months for an OP and I’m doubtful they’ll ever even call me. But there’s other models I’d like to buy too, and I realize it’s impossible unless I buy from grey market for 50% more. I’m not even sure what I’m supposed to do with this AD, should I send gift baskets to his house? Do I need to stop into the store once a week and tell him what a great guy he is? I feel like a guy waiting outside of a nightclub that never gets let in because I’m not cool enough and has to watch better people go in and have fun.

[@elefantrising]

I think the Rolex hate will subside because eventually people will move on. I have owned a few but no longer identify with the brand but the Laco on my wrist with no logo on the Type B dial is the jam.

[@PLitt]

Nice watch if you can get it. I have tried for 4 years now and no luck.

[@7979dennis]

Hi Brandon, question if u had to choose between this and submariner what are you picking?

[@BrandonMenancio]

Sub no date. That and the Explorer I are my favorite Rolex watches at the moment. Which would you pick?

[@7979dennis]

@@BrandonMenancio I have the explorer 1 Mk2 and want to add one more one day I’m set on the sub another day I come across a review like this see see the gmt on your wrist and think 💭🤔 that’s the one

[@BrandonMenancio]

You can’t go wrong with any of them IMO.

[@piertechinc]

But yet if the Rolex Ad called you to pick up a Batman, you would blow all the red lights to get there 😀

[@BrandonMenancio]

Yup, to resell. You gotta be crazy to pass up a $7000 profit. That's a free GS 😎

[@austincathey6890]

Most entertaining watch reviewer on KZbin. This channel is going to take off! Keep up the good work

[@jimw587]

I’ve owned and still have Rolex. I will never buy another simply because of their arrogance now and their sales approach. Omega have had my money twice on two great watches in last 6 months. Who’s losing? Not me 😀

[@BrandonMenancio]

Preach man!

[@romanmichaelhamilton8729]

Same with me, due to way Rolex is operating now, I gave up on them. I've bought five Omega watches in the last year and really have lost interest in most of the new Rolex releases.

[@rockinginafreeworld3256]

You will loose when you sell the omegas. Rolex go up , omega go down.

[@thegraciefighter102]

I’m also disappointed with omega due to their price grab and consumer fleecing on the new Bond NTTD watch and so many stories of poor QC and finishing. I think it’s GS and Tudor for me now

[@JamesandRibble]

@@rockinginafreeworld3256 fortunately I am wealthy enough not to care, so would rather have the technically superior watch (Omega in case you were wondering).

[@ruben619448]

You got a Tudor BB58. So I got it. Then came the explorer, and that’s what I got. You reviewed a sub, I went and got a sub. Now the gmt. So I order a gmt. (Now I actually traded all of the previous watches to move onto the next one).

[@BrandonMenancio]

Haha you were able to get all of those watches from the ADs? Lucky! Congrats too!

[@ruben619448]

@@BrandonMenancio I wish. I got them from crown and caliber and bobs watches.

[@jonathangalvis303]

Completely agree brother it’s a pain in the rear ! But !!! You buy a saiko or an omega and try to sell them, because of an emergency or whatever buyers will give you peanuts .. so if resale value means something to you, go for the Rolex .