I just bought the rose gold version. Beautiful

Congratulations! I've had mine for 6 months now and absolutely love it. You are right to be concerned about the scratches, but don't let it spoil your wearing pleasure.

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I am trying to keep it under the cuff while desk diving.

@thejacksonles

Жыл бұрын

@@sc1 How is it holding up with the scratches?

@sc1

Жыл бұрын

@@thejacksonles only on the clasp. I can see superficial scratches there. Slightly more than my steel Milgauss clasp, but not excessive.

@thejacksonles

Жыл бұрын

@@sc1 Thank you.

Classic beauty. Congrats!

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

Congrats on this piece and your epic collection 👏🏻

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

Stunning piece congratulations. I would not of been happy with the watch not being fully stickerd maybe that’s just me great purchase wear it in good health 👏🏻

@sc1

2 жыл бұрын

I’m not too upset about. I would have preferred to see it with full stickers, and taken some pictures, but I know they are required to remove all stickers, and I know it’s brand new by the date on the warranty card. Maybe they removed them ahead of time to speed up the transaction.. Maybe they offered it to someone else who declined it, but I highly doubt that.

You see, I was just starting to like you. We had a number of watches in common, cameras and photography, ex military etc and then you go and get a Pepsi (I have one), but no - you have to get the gold one with a stunning blue dial 😂 Congratulations man, really great purchase. Wear it in good health 👏

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Didn’t know you were in the military. I’m still in the Reserve. Love wearing a Rolex with my Navy uniform! Usually go with the 40mm Submariner Date or 36mm Explorer.

@Mark..P

3 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 Yes. Ex Royal Air Force

I just purchased the new Pepsi 2021 on the Oyster Bracelet with the polished center links. Absolutely love it, until I saw your watch. Thanks for sharing your buying experience along with showing the watch in the daylight.

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, the Steel Pepsi on Oyster is a great watch too. And very hard to get. How were you able to purchase it?

@petemcginnis

3 жыл бұрын

I have a good relationship with my AD with consistent purchases. We talk at least once a month depending on what’s available whereas they have my wish list.

Congratulations!!! Your story of your sale transaction and I believe you, sounds so contradictory to what is actually going on with a lot of other ADs selling their Rolex watches to grey market dealers and wannabe dealers. This video also makes me take to heart your advice to me in a later video of you encouraging me to build a buying history with the AD.

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! It's a great watch, and seems to be under-rated. It went down exactly as I said, they agreed to pre-order it for me, maybe to reward me for buying the SD43, two-tone Daytona, Milgauss, DJ36, and EXP2, but also because I always visited them wearing one of these on my wrist, and they believed me when I said I wasn't a flipper. It just came in much sooner than expected. My AD is family-owned, in a smaller market. I can't know for sure if they are doing anything unscrupulous, but I highly doubt it. I think they have just enough customers to move all their pieces without bundling, and they don't want to risk losing the AD license by selling over list price. Much of it is just being lucky to live close to an honest AD. Just to give you an Idea of how much purchase history you need, I'm actually not a true VIP yet. None my of purchases are valued vastly above retail on the grey market. I won't know if I am a VIP until I am offered a steel GMT or steel Daytona...

You’ve taken it to the next level, your watch journey has been amazing. Wear it in good health sir🤜🤛

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely took it a step further. There’s no other feeling like it!

Beautiful piece. Congratulations

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening. One of my most wanted pieces.

Game changer❤️! That blue dial is gorgeous. Congratulations watch collecting buddy! Now I fully understand your downsizing plan. I bet you will get what you want from the AD going forward. I would go visit them with a bottle of wine periodically wearing that watch to ease their concerns.

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you caught the video! This will form the Iron Core of my Professional collection (along with SD43 and EXPII). I'm in a good position with the AD, fast approaching the Endgame. They've been very good to me, but they are just very restricted by supply, and my store managers need to follow what the owner says. I don't deal directly with the owner, but I'll definitely wear this one next time I visit them in a couple of months. I always try to wear one of the pieces they gave me. I'm not in the steel Daytona echelon yet, but I'm getting less attached to the idea that I absolutely need one. Might end up ordering a white gold Daytona, or just let go of the whole Daytona fixation. I'm thinking to maybe just cap things off with a 36mm Day-Date in 1-2 years and stop there.

@ALLinHerMovements

3 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 I wouldn’t give up on the Daytona. Once they see you still have the GMT, you will seem like a safe bet for that. But getting a 36 DD is also a classy move.

Beautiful watch. I also prefer this one over the steel model.

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

You and me both! Much more premium.

Congratulations on the watch. I have a 2014 with the black dial. Sent it to the Rolex service center (Lititz) in PA two months ago for servicing and swapping out the black dial for the blue. Got it back last week and wow it’s like a brand new watch. It’s my daily because it’s so under the radar and yes the polished links will scratch, but it’s a watch meant to be worn. Prior to sending it to the Rolex service center I weighed the watch which was 209 grams. I was curious how much white gold the polishing would have taken off. When I got it back I weighed the again on the same scale…it came in at 208 grams. Only 1 gram of difference! All the scratches were gone…looked brand new. Very impressed. The only difference was the dial and all the hands (seconds, minute, hour, & 24 hour) were swapped out not that they needed to be. It was recommended meaning the hands. Regardless you’ll love the watch. Wear it in good health.

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear your experience. I think I heard about them swapping out dials to the new blue dial, but I didn't know if they still did that. Does your new dial have the crown between "Swiss Made"? Has your bracelet gotten stretched at all? I'm really enjoying the watch, it looks great. It's only about 2x the price of a grey market steel Pepsi, and I was able to get it at the AD! Just got some scratches on the clasp and don't know how that happened. It feels pretty heavy on my wrist. Not sure if I could wear it as an everyday. I like to rotate it with a lighter Rolex. I just sent in my 2006 Oyster Pepsi 16710 to Lititz 3 weeks ago for an overhaul. The winding was getting gritty and bezel was stiff. They recommended replacing the hands and crystal, so I gave approval, and waiting to get it back. (I didn't notice anything wrong with the hands to my eye). I hope the bezel action gets fixed. I asked my AD to purchase an extra jubilee bracelet for it, but they said no. They said they are not allowed to make modifications. Still makes a nice pair with the White Gold GMT.

@MC-qf6ms

3 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 Actually no…the replacement blue dial does not have the crown symbol between “Swiss Made”. The original black dial didn’t either. Interesting. Yes they still offer replacement from black to blue on the white gold models, but with a fee and they keep the original black dial. I asked if I could keep my original black dial and they said no. I asked about the meteorite dial and obviously a no from Rolex. I think the blue dial looks and is more legible than the meteorite, but the meteorite dial so unique. After a week with it I actually prefer the blue dial more because it compliments the bezel better in my opinion and also subtly distinguishes it from the stainless steel oyster version. My bracelet feels just as tight when I bought it. As mentioned before, the bracelet will develop micro scratches which aren’t really noticeable unless under intense/bright lights such as those at the AD. It’s a watch; it’s meant to be worn and not to be a safe queen. Eat dessert first…life is uncertain. Cheers!

Lucky dude I wish I could buy one someday

Congratulations on the trio! I was guessing from your last video that you were going to get a Root Beer to add to your GMTs...

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking about the Root Beer too. Looks great, but I wasn’t sure about the rose gold. The WG Pepsi doesn’t stand out as much and feels easier to wear for me. And the white gold GMT actually had better availability to pre-order than the Root Beer.

This is awesome! Congrats!!!

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your support from the very start, when I was just beginning! I'm trying to get better with my videos. Very satisfied with this watch.

@whitepony101

3 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 I remember!! And of course my friend, I can definitely see the evolution of your content. It just gets better and better! And to have a gold piece in the collection must be so satisfying I am looking myself for a white gold piece. Do you have IG as well?

I dont like colored bezel GMT but this one i make an exception.

Congrats on the new purchase, really looks good . How do you tell the difference from the steel that look the same except the dial ? Anyway do your thing ..

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Not much difference in appearance. Other than the blue dial, there is a subtle difference is shade and color tone of the white gold case and bracelet. Also, the white gold is significantly heavier than steel once you pick it up.

The perfect Rolex 😍 congrats 🎉🎊

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was very fortunate to get this.

super helpful. thanks

Great piece! What's your "endgame" piece? And are you also looking outside of Rolex?

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think I will ever look outside of Rolex. I tried out Omega and Tudor, but they didn't sing for me. PP doesn't appeal to me much, and AP is not in the cards for me yet. I thought this GMT might be my endgame, but I think there will be just one more to grasp at. I'm hoping to celebrate my next milestone promotion or milestone birthday with a classic yellow gold 36mm Day-date champagne dial. I think I could stop there. After that, a steel white dial Daytona would just be icing on the cake, but not really a necessity...

I'm getting this one for sure

@sc1

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck, it is totally worth it

great video!

@sc1

Ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Wow!! Congratulations and thank you for sharing… very informative and helpful. It’d be neat to see this dial next to a smurf 116619 dial. I’ve only seen this watch once recently and love the depth of blue of the dial. Reminded me of a puddle of beautiful wet blue paint accentuated by the ceramic bezel and bezel inserts colors. Seems like AD’s are different nowadays.. everything is different. Sounds like your ad either has integrity or is guilty of something but that seems a bit much imho. I’d be pissed if they removed the stickers, not to mention them basically sizing you up. *My AD will sell you oyster/jubilee combos with any appropriate Rolex at retail. I almost bought a used (new) Pepsi and asked that specific question. Actually just ordered one for my datejust that’s getting serviced. Happy to ask, they’re really good to work with and don’t even laugh at my beaters. 😅. Could talk watches all day… thanks.

@sc1

Жыл бұрын

I've never seen a Smurf in person, but I suspect my Pepsi dial is a darker blue (midnight blue). Sticker removal is pretty much normal and required by Rolex these days, but I would have preferred if they removed them after I got there! I'm still confused why they wouldn't sell me a Jubilee bracelet!

@2K9s

Жыл бұрын

@@sc1 The ad here will sell you a jubilee. Dustin gave me a shpeel but it’s not a problem. The issues are dependent upon whom you talk to however.

I have a feeling you will get the call for a Daytona... congratulation on this piece.

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I would love to get the steel Daytona, but I'm not keeping my hopes up too high. I still think it is out of reach for me, even now. I might need to go in for a gold Day-Date before they offer me the steel Daytona. Or I might just need to settle for a solid white gold Daytona.

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe. I think buying a gold DD and a modest piece of jewelry will now probably get me the Daytona. But they only get 1-2 steel Daytona per year, so it still might be another 12 months more.

@babakganji1045

3 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 honestly whats the point? spending all this kind of money to get something that is quite hyped. I think youre better off spending 30-40k on a more complicated watch like a perpetual calendar. If you love the daydate then sure...but buying a day date just to get a daytona..

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

I just put in a pre-order for the yellow gold day-date 36mm. They took a 50% deposit, so it’s a sure thing Waiting for it’s arrival, but Daytona steel still out of reach.

@babakganji1045

3 жыл бұрын

​@@sc1 I really hope the AD considers you for the Daytona. Some ADs dont care though and are happy to keep your hopes up while you spend more and more money. To them youre a good client because youre spending money thinking you will eventually get it but they will never allocate one for you. A good suggestion would be to bundle your DD with a Daytona or since youre spending that kind of money on a PM why not just buy a solid gold daytona? You have about $110,000 in purchase history but its irrelevant if there are others that are spending 5x that and especially on lesser desirable pieces. When I spoke with one SA he told me that management def sees a big difference in someone that has a 100k history on only steel models vs someone that is buying 1-2 items like the pearlmaster with diamonds equating 100k. Regardless...looking forward to the DD review/unboxing.

Archie luxury would be proud of you

Wow, are both the Polar and Pepsi from an AD? If so, that wait time (or lack thereof) is incredible! Congrats! I thought I was lucky with Rolex ADs this year, but you're next level.

@sc1

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, both were purchased at retail from my AD. WG Pepsi was a pre-order and came in sooner than they expected. Polar Explorer was a surprise. I didn't request it specifically, but they offered it to me from the back. I think the days of availability of these sports watches are rapidly disappearing. I've still been asking for a Daytona and Explorer 36mm for a while now.

@jimlittle5769

2 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 That's awesome. I got my z-blue Milgauss after a six week wait and the Batman on jubilee (the Bruce Wayne) after a 2 month wait from two different ADs. I was blown away about how lucky I was. NEVER thought I'd get the Bruce Wayne. The Polar I've been waiting on since it released. Have a feeling that will take some time. It's the last one I'm shooting for then I will bow out of Rolex.

@sc1

2 жыл бұрын

@Jim Little It actually took me about 9 months to get the Z-Blue Milgauss, 4 weeks for the Pepsi, and (surprise) same day for the Polar Explorer II. Strange how different markets have such different availabilities. I've been waiting over a year for any Daytona, 6 months for the Explorer 36mm, and 3 months for Jubilee BLNR. Hope you get your piece (and peace). I always hope ONE MORE Rolex will satisfy me, then another craving always come along...

@jimlittle5769

2 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 Thanks man, and congrats on the pieces. That Polar situation is awesome! I originally tried for the Milgauss at my local AD last November, but after being told at that time I was first in line, May came around and nothing, so I branched to out of state ADs. Seven ADs in three states. Four ended up being duds, but two came through and another is very promising as well. So between those three, I'm hoping. Didn't feel comfortable collecting while I was active duty, but after fending off cancer three years ago, I decided to start and, so far, the collection is coming along.

@sc1

2 жыл бұрын

@@jimlittle5769 Thanks. U.S. Navy here, former Active Duty, San Diego and Camp Pendleton, now Reserve. I also put off spending for a long time, but now I see less days ahead than behind, so might as well go for it while still in good health.

I think the color of the bezel on the white gold is a bit different from the steel one, I’m I right ? Thanks 🙏🏼

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not so sure. I was looking for any differences, but the bezel colors on my new white gold look just the same as my steel Pepsi from 2020. I will look closer and do another video for comparison.

@Bianuni

3 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 🙏🏼👌🏼

excellent, well done. good job! you are established. Looks like ADs do get them. and sell to certain people

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know if they are totally forthright about how many they get, but the newest salesperson has been there for two years and never saw one in person until now.

@miketorre16

3 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 or is that what she is telling you. I have been watching a lot of watch people on KZread. How do they get them? How do they stores on 47th Ave in NYC get them? (Grey Market). Either there's a shady side of Rolex selling to those people, OR The ADs sell to the Grey market 🤔 its very interesting what goes on. Nice ⌚

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

I’m suspicious about what my AD is telling me about supply. They might be overstating the scarcity of some models to placate me when I don’t get them, or make me feel better when I do actually get one. There is probably a good supply of these pieces, but the demand is stronger than the asking retail price. So the supply is shifting over to the gray market. I think it is due mostly to the individual customers buying from an AD then selling to the gray market, but also a few ADs selling back door directly to the gray market. Rolex is trying to crack down on both, while slowly raising their retail prices each year. IMO.

@miketorre16

3 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 yes, I believe that as well. I think they are not telling the truth. They have to be able to get certain models in, but chose who they sell to. Normies might come in an flip pieces for a quick buck. Like purchasing a scratch off ticket. I can see the AD being discret about it. But still curious how all the watches got to the Grey market. I have only been learning about this since December

Wooow you definitely doing a lot of money 🤯 wow ! What you are doing for living 🤯🤯🤯

The white hang tag should tell you which size box Rolex intended you to get with the watch. It will either say ‘S’. ‘M’ or ‘L’ to designate small medium or large. The box your AD gave you might not be the correct one.

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

My white hang tag has M before the reference number at the top left, then it says Oyster L at the bottom right. What do those mean? I assume medium box and large Oyster bracelet?

@TenTen32

3 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 The ‘L’ denotes the box size - your AD gave you a medium box instead of the correct Large box as denoted on the tag. I’m not sure what the M stands for at the top left - maybe google will have the answer??

This is the ultimate Pepsi

@sc1

2 жыл бұрын

It’s one of my all time favorites.

very nice. SC . where did this occur ? 3 weeks - lucky ROLEXER ! wear it in good health SC . ~ JDS/CT

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

small AD in PA. Very fortunate.

@jonathansmith283

3 жыл бұрын

@@sc1 yes sir , you are. SC - enjoy the buy . ~. JDS/CT

Is the meteorite dial even harder to get?

@sc1

Жыл бұрын

yes, anything in meteorite, much harder to find

She is a beauty.

Rolex can do better by making a Coke Bezel with a black dial for the white gold bracelet!!! Pepsi bezel and blue dial just doesn't cut it!!!

Dream watch gents enjoy it you lucky ducks

My next watch for syde

Totally sized incorrectly. Links need to be almost even to clasp falls to the middle when dangling.

The meteorite dial is way better in my opinion.

Waiting list from AD? 3 weeks is hard to believe, congratulations, this is hard to get piece

@sc1

Жыл бұрын

I had a small buying history from this AD. they agreed to pre-order this for me. even they, did not anticipate it would come in so soon.

Do u still love it?

@sc1

Ай бұрын

I still wear it, but I like to wear Patek Philippe more.

@greenrush4313

Ай бұрын

@@sc1 Im thinking of getting the white gold pepsi or the sub yellow 41 blue dial. Not sure hmmm

@greenrush4313

17 күн бұрын

@@sc1 i bought a timex harborside it awesome.

It's weird that they took two links off the 6 o'clock side. Someone was being a lazy trog sizing the watch for you. Regardless, amazing GMT dude. Enjoy!

What was the price ?

@sc1

Жыл бұрын

retail price in 2021 ($1,100 less than the current 2022 retail price)

@sc1

Жыл бұрын

I think 45K is a good deal if tax is included and watch is new. If not, maybe to negotiate, or wait to see if prices come down

@raylegend808

Жыл бұрын

@@sc1 unfortunately tax is not included

@sc1

Жыл бұрын

Unlike the meteorite, the blue dial was never super-hot, even during the run up earlier this year. But still very difficult to get at the AD. If you think it will be a long term keeper, it makes sense to pay a little more over 45K. But if you might sell it on, try to get closer to retail.

2001 yesterday 😂

@sc1

3 жыл бұрын

Yep, I misspoke on that one!

I cannot believe he owns a white gold rolex and calls a jubilee bracelet oyster bracelet.

@sc1

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for viewing. This is an Oyster bracelet in white gold. Check out my collection video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hH5mmZmNXZCTmpM.html You can be reassured I own Rolex on Oyster and Jubilee bracelets.