Why This Is The BEST Rolex To Buy Right Now

[@Dirtywesterner]

Ive gradually coaxed my wife into watching your reviews with me, after she accidentally caught the "what the wife said" segment and it's been invaluable. Now SHE wants her own, a win-win if you ask me. Thank you again , your channel and your choice of watches is spot on , I'm not a casio guy but I love your dive watches-first aesthetic

[@grneal26]

not a win for your wallet, haha

[@airtiger360]

My take on Explorer is that it's a great choice for someone who wants just one watch to own and wear for the next 30 years, but for most watch enthusiasts with multiple watches in their collection, it's just too plan and boring and it will never get worn. Great content as always. ❤

[@etebol]

I agree. Spending this kind of money on an everyday watch doesn’t jive with me.

[@jaysterling26]

Well, I have several watches and I'm plain & boring , but more so as I'd choose an OP (34- classic size (ahem)) instead.

[@greatchalla3799]

Sell the Explorer……or trade it…..it’s a boring watch….buy a Sea Dweller! A least it has a bezel to fiddle with and is a classic piece.

[@anonimushbosh]

@@etebolSome plain watches, this included, can look exquisite because of the simple but perfect proportions & design. There’s a reason they so incredibly popular. Not for everyone obviously, but for that we have air.

[@apageii]

Plain and boring is a good thing. I don’t want to flash all the time. I have other watches for that and as a collector history, movement and complications are a part of it. The Explorer has so much to offer just not to the naked eye. I will say the 36mm can be worn for just about any occasion.

[@johnt2694]

The newer 36 would be my choice. Has all the upgrades of a modern Rolex. Great vid. Thanks!!

[@MyRetroWatches]

What’s a twin lock crown mate? Not heard of that before. Thanks

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Hi matey! Basically there are 2 sealed zones so that if one zone fails there’s another one to save the day! ;) there’s a little wiggle required after the unscrewing in Oder to pop the crown out

[@MyRetroWatches]

@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR thanks Russell. Well explained

[@natusMCMII]

I love my 124270, I think it's the best watch in the current Rolex catalogue. The ultimate "go anywhere, do anything" watch imo.

[@JohnSmith-ef8nr]

The best go anywhere do anything watch is a F91W.

[@natusMCMII]

@@JohnSmith-ef8nr It’s a good watch, but you wouldn’t catch me dead wearing it with a suit and it’s not made to be worn while swimming either, hence why I see the Explorer having the edge in the “go anywhere, do anything” category. Can be worn while swimming in the ocean, going for a posh dinner, while skiing, climbing, or gardening, but also on a wedding or funeral. Wouldn’t wear a F91W for the more formal occasions mentioned earlier.

[@45graham45]

​@@natusMCMIIF91w is actually fine for swimming - & all of the other occasions you mentioned apart from the posh dinner. Both are great watches but I can't justify spending big money on a watch. Nothing wrong with those that do imo. If you have the money & it makes you happy then why not?

[@natusMCMII]

@@45graham45 I absolutely agree, watches (for true enthusiasts) are never about money, no watch is automatically better than another just because it's more expensive. For me it's just a style and preference thing, like I said, I like the F91W, but I'd never wear it to a wedding or funeral, but that's just me. I just love the fact that us watch guys can appreciate all price categories of watches, people that belittle anything that isn't worth big money are no real enthusiasts.

[@wesleywalker1594]

This is probably my favorite Rolex model. It's stylish, understated and classic. It says that the wearer appreciates style without the need to flex or be a poseur. The 114270 is a hell of a bargain and the 36mm size works for a range of wrist sizes. Great video. Loved the comparison to the newer model.

[@americanlegendswatches]

When I saw a 14270 used for just under $4k, I had to go for it. Perfect everyday wear and the most under-rated feature is the enamel dial. Love it!

[@danielthompson803]

9th quarter in a row that Rolex prices have come down (Morgan Stanley). Hold off buying right now might be a good idea.

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Well you aren’t fun at all?!

[@danielthompson803]

@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR research is always worth while, I'm sure you agree.

[@TheJackPhillips]

Don't buy a watch for it's value. Wear it

[@DanRC69]

@@TheJackPhillips 100% Enjoyment is 'NUMERO UNO' in my book and that's the goal with watch collecting.

[@manchetajr]

Why did you choose that reference versus the 114270? That’s the one I currently have and love.

[@shakotanZ]

Love the Explorer! Got my 124270 after a 2 month wait, it easily became my most worn watch in my collection.

[@Pavlandia]

This is undoubtedly my favorite watch channel. Jolly good times, mate. Very nicely done, love it!

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Thank so much my friend! Comments like this keep me going!!!

[@JaxWatchesandEDC]

My wrist is 7.25”-7.75” depending on the temperature and I wear an OP 36mm with the blue 369 dial. I’ve been collecting over 20 years and am leaning more towards smaller watches as I get older. I don’t understand people that need a dinner plate on their wrists to feel “masculine.”

[@liquid_metal]

I don't understand the childish "dinner plate" comments where the 36mm EX1 is now clearly targeted at females with its true size being nearer 35mm and the dainty bracelet that tapers to 14mm. Rolex released the larger 40mm - which is actually 38mm - because the 36mm wasn't selling. They are masters at marketing and sales. As for being clearly an older gentleman and still commenting like a teenager, Watches of Switzerland do some $2bn of watch sales a year. Their own data has 42mm as the most popular mens watch size. So it seems the majority of men do in fact want to wear "dinner plates" on their wrist, while you enjoy wearing something the wife could also borrow without it looking out of place. Each to their own. We all like different things and watch size/preference is a very personal thing.

[@dannyg6592]

I am a fan of all 36mm Explorers and I own a 124270. Would love a 1016 but they've become too pricey. Cheers!

[@petermoore5480]

Is £50 too cheeky. Good job you were talking Russ, you kept me awake, the watch was boring me to sleep 😴 😀

[@orangeyellow-me1pz]

So I'm not alone

[@adk7962]

I think it’s cool, but for the money, there are way too many new watches I would want instead. Thanks for showing to us! “You’re not about to buy another watch that looks exactly like the watch you have now are you???” 😆

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

No no no;)

[@stephenmorrissey1254]

A guy I work with has one of these. He's 63.

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

He’s a top lad!

[@Mark-sd7fc]

@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTORtranslated to American- he’s a happening unit

[@HM12703]

TOP LAD🗣❗️​@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR

[@DanRC69]

@@stephenmorrissey1254 Quite young, for a Rolex wearer. 😂

[@KeepingWatchUK]

Love an Explorer. Prefer the 39/40 sizing though as the 36 looks & wears tiny on a 7”+ wrist.

[@3316xtendedmedia]

“Conspicuous consumption of valuable goods is a means of reputability to the gentleman of leisure.” Thorstein Veblen

[@hajjcomb]

Didn’t you do a video about how you were done with Rolex?

[@sylvanacascade3775]

I can only afford casio

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

No bad thing

[@orangeyellow-me1pz]

Eh, I can't say that you're missing anything here.

[@DanRC69]

@@sylvanacascade3775 Can never go wrong with a Casio, one of the best watch manufacturers in the world, if not THE best (just my opinion).

[@jackdavis7438]

That’s all you need

[@anonimushbosh]

Takes seconds to polish scratches from acrylic plus it’s stronger and much clearer than sapphire. Very underrated material for crystals.

[@AR-hw9zi]

I get the stronger argument but what do you mean with clearer? The dial is more visible?

[@anonimushbosh]

@@AR-hw9zi Yes because acrylic’s less reflective. Although having said that I have a 1yr old Grand Seiko Heritage quartz which I assume includes lots of anti-reflective AR coating - and a Seiko SARX057 that I think might have a crystal made entirely of AR with a sapphire coating. Both dials are plain black but next to the GS the SARX looks like it has no crystal.

[@AR-hw9zi]

@@anonimushbosh true true

[@JacobLawrenceCanning]

Get yourself a 224270; a little larger but similar proportions to this old Explorer. Part of the odd look of your 39mm comes from how large the head of the watch is in relation to the 20mm bracelet and little button crown. The new 40 looks proportionate with the wider stance 21mm bracelet.

[@jeffwaters5633]

36mm?...how do you keep those tiny wrists from snapping when you play tennis? Excellent video as usual!

[@jeffwaters5633]

@StruanRobertson2911 The first part of that would have been humor. It would be ridiculous his wrists would snap. Second, I did not insult his taste. I questioned 36mm but I don't see an insult there. I'd also mention he made fun of a 35mm watch, only 1mm less. He even says it's the size of a kids watch. He does that in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3nJcp15o5d6ors&ab_channel=THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR The second part...I love his videos, he's quite creative. So yes, it was an excellent video as usual.

[@Alex4all]

Fun fact: the watch worn by Christian Bale in America Psycho is actually a Seiko that looks like a datejust as Rolex didn't want a bad guy wearing one of their watches

[@darthbandi3026]

8:54 - We all geting old so this watch is perfect for you🤣

[@sananselmospacescienceodys7308]

What's the Rolex box made of? Is it lacquered wood?

[@ryanthomas9306]

I’m going to Hawaii in three weeks I’m interested in tudor black bay monochrome and burgandy I may go up to omega aqua terra if it looks good

[@NickABQQm]

I have the burgundy one and still want a 38 aqua terra 🤣 I can tell you it looks good. It isn't on my wish list anymore though.

[@outlaw_203]

I picked up at 14270 from 1994 earlier this year and I couldn't be happier with it.

[@user-lx7fj7rl3f]

Get the MIDO Decompression Timer just to get the wife's reaction.😂😂😂😂

[@gileswaite9832]

The 1016 is also chronometer rated

[@AnotherDaveInParadise]

Nice watch no doubt, but I'd struggle to pay anywhere near that with a 2024 124270 just a few £100s more. I got mine last October in under a week, and they're still easy to get. Embrace the small watch and you won't regret it.

[@andyguy0610]

I can never understand how Rolex get away putting a very expensive watch is a cheap plastic box!

[@KeepingWatchUK]

You don’t wear the box…

[@Beltane63]

That's better, imo, as the huuuge wooden crates Omega use. These only eat up space in my basement.

[@hattyfarbuckle]

The only Rolex ("don't do it etc"- courtesy FGTH) I want is the 41mm Oyster Perp with the celebration dial. Not subtle and no doubt a mugger magnet

[@andrewegan1732]

That clip of a "yuppie," presumably Patrick Bateman from American Phsycho is somewhat ironic as in the film Rolex would not allow their watch to worn by Christian Bale so a Seiko lookaike was used instead .

[@anandmorris]

He should've worn a hublot.

[@dukirps]

Mate, would love to see a video on everyday watches that are brushed for smaller wrists 36-38mm. There seems to only be Seiko 5 field watch options. Most smaller watches are too dressy so come across as "dad watches" when worn with a t shirt and jeans.

[@twoedc4202]

I think you just might like the 114270 more with the 3130 and solid end-links.

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

I do love the hinges though on that endlinks my friend! I’m not a fan of the oyster male endlink .

[@twoedc4202]

@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR yeah, normally I’d prefer female end-links but with the 36mm case they wrap around the wrist nicely. Cheers!

[@elp3035]

Have a tone of watches and the Explorer gets the most use. Absolutely love it. It’s def a iykyk watch

[@Taylorripsharleys]

My dream Rolex. I’d like a 91 year model as it’s my birth year

[@base853]

Lovely watch. I have its successor, the 114270, from the year my wife and I got married. Love that era of Rolex.

[@apageii]

I have both a newer 36mm and the discontinued 39mm. I love the Explorer model and the 39mm is my everyday. For $5000 that’s totally worth it for me. I’m glad I’m not the only one.

[@scollyutube]

Congrats. Never could get into the Explorer, but lots are. I do wish the Exp 2 was smaller though as would prefer that over the GMT Master also.

[@lonegroover]

I bought mine in 1986, before you had to bow and scrape for the privilege of being allowed to own one. I certainly wouldn't buy another one now. I'd rather have a San Martin thanks!

[@malcpilling7935]

I own a 2005 114270 it’s my go too watch now having owned several luxury makes and models over the last 20 years a real GADA watch a one and done imho 👌🔥

[@malcpilling7935]

@@lonewolfemcquade8133 perfection right there 👌🙏

[@grahambowes756]

I had the chance to put this, about 10yrs ago for £3k. Wish I had. Currently awaiting a call on the current 36mm. A great GADA watch.

[@Bisley1]

The hinge on the endlink is indeed a benefit on the older 40mm models and on Tudors, if you have a smaller wrist. As for the 36mm Explorer, it’s really only a benefit if you have an extra small wrist, as most people will be able to wear a 36 without a problem. It’s moetly beneficial to women on „such a small“ watch. I love 36 but my girlfriend is the only person I know who can’t go bigger than 34mm (lucky me😁😅)

[@vince.r]

my cousin has a swiss made 14270. i like it so i got myself a 124270. both are very nice

[@timcutugno6998]

Lovely clean looking watch, I really wish Rolex did more watches without the cyclops.

[@einfachglauben]

Is it possible you confused Tritium with Radium?

[@scrhunter3901]

Tomorrow i will get mine 224270😊!!!! Waiting long and cant believe it till i got it in my fingers!!! Best coolest watch the explorer. You know we got the samte Taste like TGV😂😂☝🏻 good video thx. Wish me luck for tomorrow

[@Spartacus-hc9xt]

I have a 214270 and love it, I don’t even mind the 19mm lug width. I do hate the way Rolex “mills?” The case now so straps get ruined when you put them on instead of the bracelet. I guess they don’t want us swapping out the bracelet… or they just don’t like us.

[@uleertel]

is it an empty box?

[@mordeth1964]

It might be just me, but I'm turned off by unaffordable (for me) watches on an affordable watch channel.

[@KeepingWatchUK]

The thing is, lots of people end up amassing loads of ‘affordable’ watches thinking that’s a better choice than just buying one really good watch. Quality over quantity imho.

[@BetamaxBabe]

That's the oldest I'd be willing to buy. And if you trade the 39mm in, you can make new memories with the other one.

[@tezzanewton]

I bought the Baltany. It’s great

[@whodey59]

It's so TINY!! It would def make a nice kids watch.

[@WoodshavenPatriot]

Keep the 39mm!! I love mine.

[@ads-porewealth96]

Your 39mm is the nicer watch bro. Fits you better dial is nicer. If you have any other questions about your wrists do let me know x

[@favoritethings3065]

We have the same wrist size and I also had the mark 2 214270 and sold it before picking up my 114270 which I feel is the perfect combination of modern and classic. I posted a video at my channel.

[@hammalamiri12]

Explorer 1 40mm, there is nothing else like it / compatible on the market imho. Also it’s only trades slightly higher then rrp

[@danobrien7118]

I have a 2001 14270 and it really is fabulous. I much prefer it to a modern one, even like the hollow link jangle! The good news is, I didn’t have to put any money into Rolex to own it! I do also like the 39mm but feel the 36mm is just a bit classier to wear… only my 2 cents.

[@24nathan]

Just get the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra

[@l0calsheeppharmer704]

I love my 14270 but I will pick up the 124270 in a couple weeks from my AD. I just like the 124270 better for som reason, even though the 14270 is a REALLY charming watch

[@zambonidriver42]

214270 for me. That’s my favorite Explorer.

[@Seffsqautch]

Man!!! I really love that watch!

[@66ott7]

So i have both of these. 214270, 14270. Do what id do. My 39mm stays on the bracelet. My 36mm is on a vulcanized rubber strap. Choose the the strap of your liking. The 36 on the right strap is magnificant. i have 3 watches. These are 2 of them.

[@JustMeTalking]

If I'm buying these 'type' of watches, I buy Grand Seiko Spring Drive. Lot's of colour options to choose from and they're really nice. If I'm buying a Rolex, I buy the GMT Master 2 and Submariner range.

[@laststopwatchchannel]

This is the exact model Rolex (and the only model) I could see myself buying.

[@user-or9cj3vk6t]

I replaced the Explorer with the new silver ion limited edition dark teal Accurist Origin

[@vktravellog1242]

Although I hate what Rolex stands for I am here because of you mad watch 😊

[@chrisjackson376]

I watch these KZbinrs for a reason, not for reviews on Rolex not bothered pointless

[@ohbennyboy]

Exactly. This dude went down down down in my book. Blah blah blah Rolex, blah blah blah reference. Every second watch KZbin video. Seen and avoided countless times.

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

@ohbennyboy I’d love to see this book

[@beetlefang]

@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR I'm glad that you reviewed this...I just picked up my 224270 - my first Rolex - last Friday after a 17 day wait iirc...your positive explorer review definitely influenced my (meaning my wife's) decision making. I wore it all weekend as my frogman gave me cheeky looks everytime I passed the watch box.

[@TheJackPhillips]

I dont mind the mix up now and then. I prefer the affordable cool end of the MWC content like the G Shocks Seikos etc as you getvtruly brilliant watches you'd actually wear.

[@Steelslags]

If this was priced around £4k then great - I totally get the charm of a circa 90’s Rolex but for the same money you can get the latest 36mm which is technically far superior in every way. The margin on the grey market for these now is next to nothing. They aren’t going for much at all above list if you shop around.

[@Bisley1]

I have both the previous and current 36mm Explorer. I love the Explorer and would get a 1016 too if they were half the price they are now. I bought the previous 36 for fear of the 39 going up to 41 like the OP and 3 weeks later they released a new 36😂 anyway, I decided to make the new 36 my daily wearer although I prefer the 20 to 16mm bracelet on the old one and the new 19 to 14 looks dainty. But the new one has better power reserve, better lume, lumed 369 and anti reflectant coating on the crystal that makes it more legible - all of those things make it a better daily wearer🤷🏼‍♂️ I keep the old one on a leather or nato strap and occasionally still wear it though. I wish it would work as well with the new one.

[@ZomiPauBawiofficialYouTuber]

GW6900NASA24-1 can you review this

[@manuvns]

tudor black bay at 50% below retail .

[@joseluisesguevaespino206]

Explorer 39mm ❤

[@cxdec_1490]

Weird timing I just got mine like 2 weeks ago

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

You happy?

[@cxdec_1490]

@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR Very happy, I enjoy quite luxury and so far nobody noticed it being a Rolex. My speedmaster attracts a lot more attention

[@Workshop322]

I’m really close to saving up for this watch it’s crazy to see this video pop up hopefully its a sign I will eventually get it Updated so I ended up getting the 2022 reference and I’m really happy and blessed to have it

[@DanRC69]

@@Workshop322 Go for it, old man. 😂

[@emreisiklar]

The wife is the voice of sanity as always😂

[@David-m8z]

I bought the new 224270…. It’s absolutely perfect.

[@liquid_metal]

100%! It was the only Rolex I wanted other than a Sub, but then the latter is common and tedious, while the EX1 has something more refined about it. Purchased it as a walk-in at a Rolex AD in Macau. Wear it all the time, it's a beautiful watch! Felt the 36mm, which is nearer 35mm, was too dainty and feminine, even on my small/medium sized wrist.

[@Vinylguy67]

I'm supposed to graduate with an engineering degree in a couple years. I have been thinking about getting a watch to mark the occasion and I think I have made up my mind. I've always wanted an Explorer so I think I'll try to seek out a 2001 made 14270. 2001 being my birth year aswell it would also mark my 25th birthday :)

[@ChromeMan04]

Another Rolex video, that too an explorer. Is this a sign for me to buy an explorer? lol

[@kjstewys]

36mm supremacy. Love my 124270.

[@ZWNutters]

What do you mean, keep vintage in a safe and just look at it Russ 🤷‍♂️ You know I only wear vintage now and haven’t had any problems at all. Obviously I wear my Seiko Arnie to work though 😂😂😂

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Yeah you’re an old geezer now who doesn’t move about much anymore Simon!!;) your watches are fine hahahahahaha

[@ZWNutters]

Bloody cheek 😂😂😂

[@scottbroyles2114]

how about for us men that don't have chicken bone wrists, 8.5" wrist here and having a hard time finding a watch that doesn't look like a womans watch, a giant G-shock gwg-b1000 is taking up real estate now and it looks about right

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Scottbroy!!! Your mindset is totally wrong . The watch you wear on your wrist is yours! You! No one is judging your size of a watch on your wrist my friend. Back in the 60’s there was no GShocks and a thousands of men around the world with 8.5 inch wrists!!! Did they call their watch womens watches????? No why???? It’s programming! Youve been programmed to feel this way!!! Snap out of it son and be proud of of a 36mm watch!!!;)

[@chamixone]

Sell it and get the 40mm. Much better w the anti reflective coat. Better proportioned bracelet too

[@liquid_metal]

Concur. I own the 40mm. Perfect Rolex.

[@_KxK]

No worries, time will make you an old man damn soon 😁⏳️ Enjoy your old man's watch today!!

[@garethsigrist8714]

This is a really special one MWC! I’ve always gravitated more towards the 39mm 214270 but the 14270 has really grown on me and I think that’s what I’d go for now if I had the money. If my numbers ever come up in the lottery I’ll be on the blower to BQ Watches and asking for a 14270 Explorer and 14060 Submariner! Awesome show as ever MWC!

[@M3_86]

They’re all around 5-6k now

[@elrockerchido]

The Explorer is hella beautiful

[@TheNickGuy408]

Nah, need a date. Bought the Explorer 2 instead.

[@larx4074]

When I become an old man, a very, very old man, I might, just might get a Rolex............ oh, I recently turned 70..............................

[@Smudgedoodle1978]

You need to lay off the Bolivian marching powder mate! Lol

[@alecleamus3280]

I’m a great fan of your your work, Russell, and you’ve worked hard to get to the subscriber numbers that you have. I’m just sad that you boost your income with paid promotions from BQ Watches. I believe that they were complicit in talking up prices to their advantage through their collaborations with 4P and their own channel, at the peak, and then denying the subsequent bursting of the bubble until it became completely ridiculous and untenable. Paul Thorpe has now completely erased his watch content, partly because of the embarrassing predictions and misleading statements he made. He has now shown himself up for being the deeply unpleasant right-wing nutter that he is, whilst still associating himself with Spencer during the recent and dodgy video of Roman Sharf visiting London. I judge people by the company they keep, and frankly you’d do better than associating with these men of dubious character. But perhaps having your palm greased trumps any such judgment call.

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

This saddens me . Honestly if it was about greasing my palms , I’d have a sponsor for every show I do. It’s quite easy to take everything that’s thrown at you my friend. But listen , I’ve known these guys for 4 years, I’ve seen the way they work, the lengths they go to give 100% satisfaction to the customer. They go where the market takes them . This feels like an easy way to dig into a reputable business ?? Paul has decided to choose a different paths and that ain’t BQ’s fault? I’m keep with trusted honest businesses

[@cdeaker]

Paul Thorpe’s own line of watches has BQ Watches physical address & email address as the contact details. The Shopify page for Paul’s watches also has BQ Watches mentioned in various places

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

@@cdeakerwhat’s your point?

[@jrwitherite12]

My 214270 looks smaller on my wrist than the 36 looks on yours. You just have the smaller wrist not built for modern larger watches

[@AK-jl5xt]

OP41 for me all day long. That short little stubby hour hand and the ridiculous 3, 6, 9 on the dial….nah.

[@AndraJevtovic]

I am happy with my longines conquest untill I get the one that you own…

[@generalpatton272]

Goat watch

[@dtroutmann]

That's why they make Polly watch

[@dannyhampshire9077]

Stunning but cost more than my car but there you go that’s life