Thanks to COVID-19, I am currently using my GMT Batman only to track the time zone differences between my living room, bedroom and kitchen. #stayhome

Eric’s voice has now replaced the white noise machine in our nursery.

@ericwind4651

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha thank you. Your baby is destined for great horological things!

@kevinbermingham3135

Жыл бұрын

@@ericwind4651 you are a legend Eric. Love this video.

Here is the content we want...

@vacheronconstantin7

4 жыл бұрын

Not rlly

@closer71

2 жыл бұрын

Except for the only white dial GMT ever made by Rolex!

The excitement in his voice is just contagious 😂

@DerekRyanTwo

2 жыл бұрын

Makes Ben Stein sound like a morning- show radio DJ.

Whoa easy there. Please don't blow me away with all your enthusiasm.

I bought a GMT with my first real job in the world....it was around 2001....bought in Toronto from Swiss TIme.... remember cutting them a cheque from $5000! A few years later ran into some difficulty and had to sell it.... and to this day I don't regret much but I do regret selling that. To me one of the most iconic watches in history. Thanks for the content guys.... makes life a little better in this really depressing time.

Eric Wind needs to chill. I know he’s excited but geez. It’s hard to focus when someone is so amped.

Love the car horn at 5:17

Eric is a secret 1950'ies time traveler, picking up some interesting timepieces along the way !

This has made isolation that little bit better top work as always

Hodinkee, please return these Reference Points series. I think the Explorer line would be appropriate considering it’s the 50th anniversary.

Eric Wind is great ! A wealth of knowledge ! Don’t let these people who complain about the tone of his voice prevent you from including him in your vids!

@ericwind4651

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@saynototheborg

4 жыл бұрын

Eric Wind your knowledge is really amazing and appreciated. I was curious how do you guys get a hold of all these watches? It’s amazing to be able to showcase the history of these watches.

Bless you Hodinkee, needed this today

@scampoli25

4 жыл бұрын

5L no but you will be soon boomer

Great video guys. The GMT is my favourite offering and it's great to see Eric talk us through them. He knows his stuff!

Amazing video. This is what great Hondinkee content should be. Keep them coming!

Hey @Eric Wind. You did a fine job and I love that Hodinkee is showcasing its talented contributors. All the best to you and hope to see you in more videos.

Eric is one of the most knowledgeable people in the watch community and an incredibly kind individual. Viva La WIndster!

@boombringer4078

3 жыл бұрын

isnt he just? hes like a walking encyclopedia but way more charming.

Shoutout to HODINKEE and shout out Eric for a doing a great job!

Very cool review. I own the latest controversial Batman on Jubilee and enjoy wearing it daily (Dress down/up, etc.). Jubilee Bracelet does not show nearly as many scratches as the Oyster Bracelet. Also, with new movement and longer power reserve!!

Best GMT collection I've ever seen!

A video of enormous value and importance ! THANK YOU ALL !

Finally after ten years Hodinkee ... Eric Wind is the man to do this ... 1970 - 2020 is 50 years Rolex-in-space since Jack Swigert wore his GMT-master on Apollo 13 ! #MoonwatchUniverse

I remember in 1999, our local jeweler had a lot of trouble selling the 16700. Most guys wanted the submariner and any takers on GMT went with the 2 model. I didn't like how pink the color was on the bezel. Retail at that time was $3000

@MarcusMinnesota

4 жыл бұрын

@leicanoct Used dealer in town would sell Rolex sport models for $2500 and buy them back for $2400. So in other words, you could wear all kinds of cool models for $100. I did. I do regret selling my new SS Daytona from 1998. I paid $6500 and had to sell it for same. What we know now...huh?

The one omission I see are the transitional models from the early to mid 80’s….the 16750. One of my personal favorites, because it has the “new” quickset date but still retains the plexiglass crystal and doesn’t have the independent setting for the GMT hand. The best of both worlds, and my eyes.

This meeting looked like quite a hoot

Eric Wind is brilliant.

Close to $1M on that table ......... 900,000 ......... ok 750,000.

@turtlepenguin1494

4 жыл бұрын

I know right? I can't believe that they have $500,000 worth of watches on the table

I love the modern GMT with the blackface and bezel and green hand. That is such a great look. Awesome video guys!

Can't feel excited through his voice lol

I've rarely seen such a lack of enthusiasm or passion in the presence of such an amazing collection.

@fungus_am0nguz644

3 жыл бұрын

Thats just his style but let me tell you Mr Eric Wind has a ton of passion for watches. A walking encyclopedia of knowledge. I personally find his voice very soothing and he is a top tier seller.

I’m not a Rolex person. But seeing the whole family of GMT masters is awesome.

My favorite watch. Own a 16710 personally, perfect balance of cost (as far as Rolex GMTs are concerned), durability, function, and classic proportions.

Love these videos, very informative.

Hooray for new reference points! Thank you Hodinkee 🙏

Wow, what an amazing collection. I would be very happy with just one.

Wow, what a collection.

Waited so long for another Reference point serie!

Had to buy the 39MM Steinhart GMT on a jubilee...it allowed me to own a GMT and keep my wife.

@ericwong4364

3 жыл бұрын

what

@NazimUddin-yk2tz

3 жыл бұрын

Simp

@stemikger

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, my watch habit has been the topic of a few arguments over the years. lol In an indirect way, it forced me to do well financially because I had a few grail watches I wanted. So I made sure I brought that up. lol

@leeweisiang9038

3 жыл бұрын

Just tell her you got it at the price of a Steinhart

That gentleman knows his stuff ! Great video

everything i've ever wanted to know about GMTs. Thanks Hodinkee 💪🏼

7:31 'blueberry'....many myths and strong opinions....Interviewer doesn't ask him anything about those...no elaboration...was he bored?

Eric dedicates some of his time to share a huge wealth of knowledge on the greatest movement in Rolex history, and people attack him for his voice! Disgusting. On behalf of watch enthusiasts everywhere, thank you to Jon, Eric and the HODINKEE team for pulling this together, it must have been quite difficult to get all these pieces on one table.

I really enjoy the Reference Point series along with the Boutique Visits. I have long harboured aspirations that look to acquire said piece. The 1675 appeals on a sentimental level. However, the new pepsi in steel, cumbersome in its sizing it may be, projects a certain contemporary appeal which may be down to the significant upgrade in used materials. Who knows. The heart wants, the mind dreams, the wallet opens. Such are the complexities of life and the most pressing issues at the forefront of this individuals agendum. Thank you for the wonderful content ... adieu!

great and useful vid. i own a 16710 and i love it!!

Eric is like socially awkward and introvert version of Ben Clymer!

@mikejones-dx8bx

4 жыл бұрын

that's what makes him likeable

Absolutely beautiful displays of what I believe is the best vintage watch as well as modern watch to own. I'm always impressed with someone whom elects to wear these Gmts

the voice of that dude is exactly that kind of teacher who makes you sleep like a baby in the classroom.

@ericwind4651

4 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you

Live the gold versions. Thanks to Jon and Eric Wind for this great video.

What a fascinating video. I had no idea there were so many variants.

This GMT reference points is on point. Very good thanks!!

I LOVE this video, so informative and enjoyable. Nice job Hodinkee!

No one can travel. Hodinkee: “Let’s release a reference video on the most iconic traveller’s watch.”

@ericwind4651

4 жыл бұрын

lol, well we filmed the video in October. How the world has changed since then!

Oh Man, that Pink Panther made me drool on my computer.

Great job Eric !!👍

Great stuff again Hodinkee! Love to see a reference points on the Explorer!

YES!!! Thank you, Hodinkee.

Amazing video. I’m impressed you managed to go through all those amazing watches in just 15 minutes.

A couple of people who wore and still wear Rolex GMT is Franklin Graham, Edward Graham,Will Graham, and delta force founder, Charlie Beckwith.

This guest's voice sounds fun, exciting and energetic and I couldn't wait till april 1st to say so.

This guy couldn't exude any less charisma if he tried.

This episode is a classic.

Ironic timing for a gmt deep dive lol

@ericwind4651

4 жыл бұрын

Too true

Always nice to learn about Rolex gmt’s. Especially the old ones

I'd love to see one of these for IWC mark watches

@raksh9

4 жыл бұрын

They need to find a suitable collection and expert, I wonder how many of these there are.

Amazing content! Thanks for putting in the work. You guys are scholars

The two of you are so exciting and charismatic! Born to be on camera!

@amitkumardas390

4 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more! xD

Been waiting for this for a long time!!! Thx!

When my wife asks me why i spent 22k on a watch, I'll refer her to this video. The statement that ends at 1:37 explains it all. Well said Mr. Wind.

If 2020 had a voice.

@ericwind4651

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry!

I love these series

Out of all of them I'd chose the coke 16710 or the new Batman on an oyster bracelet.

Waiting for the Explorer reference points :-)

Eric love the display and your knowledge is incredible.

My 16700 from 1996 was supplied new to me by the original dealer with the black and gold bezel ring, which I think is quite unusual. I wanted the all black (black and steel) bezel ring rather than the ‘Pepsi’ which it was factory fitted with, but there was an order backlog of several months so I agreed to have the black and gold fitted instead. And it has stayed that way for 25 years.

I love how Tempus Machina uses a sapphire insert on their iteration of the 6542 to pay tribute to that fantastic look that had! I sure hope this is a thing that Rolex themselves will pick up on in future models.

This should be rated as +18

@raksh9

4 жыл бұрын

I know, right? I have to change my pants after watching this. 😁

Just me or did like 20 cars honks in the background? NYC baby lol

@ericwind4651

4 жыл бұрын

Good catch haha, we had to stop filming a few times because of that

The GMT is the best professional model; to me it is beyond criticism: the hands are broad compared to the diver range, which leaves me nonplus.

I was hoping they'd do this one.

Wow I love his enthusiasm!

Ceramic Pepsi Jubilee is THE best modern iteration with vintage vibes imho.

Dude seems like he hates talking about amazing watches.

Thanks for a great video 👌

Wow amazing watches. The Batman on a Jubilee... Simply Amazing. Great video..👍🏻👍🏻

I have a 126710 BLRO on oyster and I love it.

@muds1123

2 жыл бұрын

I picked mine up today. Incredible

Best video I’ve seen in a long time!

As always..... Fantastic

he sounds so excited

@ericwind4651

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry!

@DJSV25

4 жыл бұрын

Reading this comment was more exciting than watching the entire video.

Pair of dull duds, you can watch some of talking watches episodes with guests who don’t have half of the knowledge these guys have but they talk about it with passion and enthusiasm

@leekindell9937

Жыл бұрын

he is Reverent Lovejoy from Simpsons...lol

The QC on the painted GMT hands look better than the newer models.

@gmshadowtraders

4 жыл бұрын

Sssh don't say that here

@mathieuvaillancourt3219

4 жыл бұрын

@@gmshadowtraders you can't hide behind macro shot ;)

All these small variations of certain models are really for people with extreme ocd and extremely full pockets

I would like to see a review for the GMT MASTER 1675/3 1978 gold steel model.. as is hard to find any reviews

Just purchased a 2001 16710 and love it :D

@Chty-rice

Жыл бұрын

I wear that exact year coke. It is my favorite of all of them.

Awesome Content !! Loved it

Would kill for an aluminum bezel GMT Master II. Likely will never happen though as the prices are too much

@brucelee9941

3 жыл бұрын

I wish the prices of the 80s were still around, its ridiculous at how a $5k Rolex could now be $15k, for example I have a 1803 18k Rolex day-date President the original price was around $6k I paid $10650

Fantastic video, please do blancpain 50 fathoms reference points next

The video is spectacular

Thank you!

I love the reference points series but this one isn't my favorite. Eric is crazy knowledgeable but I feel like this one just listed off the reference evolution versus weaving a narrative around why the watch matters; let's hear about the Pan Am connection, why it was a popular model with explorers and NatGeo, how was it received compared to the Sub or other models etc. There's a lot of context around these watches that feels like its missing. Also, I could use a little more enthusiasm next time, it felt like a professor who'd already hit tenure and was just reciting facts versus someone who really wants to teach you about the subject.

@kyle618

4 жыл бұрын

i agree

@ericwind4651

4 жыл бұрын

I strongly recommend you read the article! Jon Bues discusses this in the text. www.hodinkee.com/articles/rolex-gmt-master-reference-points

dark blue dial white gold gmt is one of my grail watches