The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is the PERFECT entry Level Luxury Watch | Jenni Elle
I am giving you 4 reasons as to why the ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL 39m is the perfect entry level luxury watch and what issue you should be aware of before buying it!
LITTLE DISCLAIMER: I am not saying, that the OP39 is an entry level watch for beginners. But in terms of luxury watches, the OP is a great piece to start out with (what is a luxury watch anyway :-D?)!
REASON 1/4 THE QUALITY
The case and the bracelet are both flawlessly finished - the sides of the case as well as the bezel are polished and its complimented by the smooth brushing of the bracelet and the clasp.
The color of this dial on this watch in the video is called Rhodium, which is a deep, rich grey with contrasting blue squares on the edge to highlight the hour markers. With the immaculate sunburst finishing on the dial, you get some amazing color gradients.
The stick hour markers are made from 18 karat white gold and are still being placed on the dial by hand! Also made from white gold are the seconds, minutes and hour hand that sweep across the dial. For better legibility in low-light situations Rolex has added superluminova onto the Minute and hour hand as well as on the hour markers at three, six and nine o clock.
The Oyster Perpetual has an hour, minutes and seconds hand - nothing more, and nothing less. There Is no date display or anything else whatsoever. And Second, there is no quick adjustment on the clasp.
REASON 2/4 SUITABLE FOR DAILY WEAR
Rolex is known for improving their watches incrementally, perfecting them step-by-step so to say. And they definitely succeed here in terms of wearing comfort. Not many other watches wear so comfortably on your wrist like a Rolex and so does the Oyster perpetual with its 3-links- oyster bracelet!Number 2 is the robustness: It starts with a water resistance of 100m. The built in inhouse caliber 3132 is a real work horse of a movement and with its maximum of 2 seconds per day not only super accurate but can also absorb hits or knocks.
Reason number 3 is the understatement of the Oyster perpetual: You could definitely tell that this must have been a rather expensive watch but the more contained design with the domed bezel is not immediately a dead giveaway for a typical Rolex. And then there’s also the added Bonus that the Oyster Perpetual is available in different sizes and dial variations.
REASON 3/4 PRICES & AVAILABILITY
First let me say, that with a price tag of 5.700 USD, the Oyster perpetual is by no means a watch to start out with. It’s a lot of money, especially for something that is definitely not essential for survival ;
But often times with Rolex its not only the price that’s the issue but also the availability - but here´s where the OP is kind of an exception to that:
You could say, that there are three types of Rolex watches when it comes to availability:
Number 1 or those models which sit in the window displays that you’ll see whenever you walk past pretty much all ADs. They are ready to buy and mostly very expensive full gold models or random ladies watches.Opposed to those are the watches in categorie 2: The Daytonas, the pepsis, the Hulks etc. In other words: Basically unavailable models, especially when you are a new customer at that AD. But there is a third category, a third type of watches from Rolex - of which probably not many might know - and that is including the Oyster Perpetual: Those watches might not be sitting in the window display but most of the time, ADs have those watches in stock at the back or available every now and then.
Especially with watches in this category, chances are good that you get one of those even if you might be a new customer or this is your first watch ever without having to wait forever CONSIDERING that you are actually serious about the purchase and let your AD also know that you are!
REASON 4/4 VALUE RETENTION
Generally, the Oyster Perpetual has not only held its value in the past, it even increased it. And I would assume, that it’ll at least hold its value pretty steadily in the future, because it is a watch in the lower luxury price segment with high demand. But your actual price when selling it first and foremost depends on how quickly or not you need or want to sell it.
But in case you, after some time, just kind of fall out of love with your watch or you plan on changing your collection - you would then be able to sell it with no time pressure at all and probably get the money back you spend on it - and of course sometimes you get lucky and get even more than that!
But if you spend within your defined budget, then Rolex watches and their value retention are definitely a solid PLUS on the pro and contra chart when buying a watch for your collection - considering, of course - that you also like all the other things of this watch. Because you can update or change your collection without losing too much money when selling a watch.
Thank you for watching :-)
- Jenni
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What was your first watch? Thumbs up if you overspent on watches like I did :-D
@anarchyseeds4406
4 жыл бұрын
Goofy watch from disneyland. Like the character Goofy on the dial and his arms and hands were the hands.
@JenniElle
4 жыл бұрын
Anarchy Seeds that’s actually really cute :D do you still have it?
@ricchrono5907
4 жыл бұрын
omega speedmaster automatic, loved it a lot, gave it my brother when he got his first job.
@clintlanier8534
4 жыл бұрын
Pepsi Seiko skx. Wore it every day for 8 years
@anarchyseeds4406
4 жыл бұрын
@@JenniElle Unfortunately I lost that watch the first day of owning it...I was playing at the beach and it must have slipped off my sunscreen covered, tiny 8 - year - old wrist.
I hate that expression, “entry level.” It’s the term that salespeople use to make you feel cheap and basic when you’re spending thousands of dollars.
@m2pozad
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, the concept has me wondering if maybe my wife is entry level.
@j.burgess4459
4 жыл бұрын
You're dead right - there is often an implied sneer to the term "entry level". What is more, you will never hear it said if you go into a dealer to look at a so-called "entry level" watch while wearing a 20K+ piece. In that case they will be full of how it is "unbelievably good value at the price-point" and how it makes a great "vacation watch", etc. But if any customer is spending 1000s on an over-priced factory mass-produced item (sorry folks, but that's what Rolex IS, when all is said and done) then they really have no business trying to make that person feel cheap...
@MarcSchmitz1979
4 жыл бұрын
Well, it is the entry level Rolex. But otherwise a > 5k watch is not entry level at all. Not even in the world of luxury watches. Personally I would call every mechanical watch up to around 3k entry level. This includes most watches of Seiko, several by Union Glashütte and even some by Longines, Nomos or Oris.
@jukebox1794
4 жыл бұрын
you know your girlfriend described you to her friends as her entry level boyfriend. dont be mad.
@jukebox1794
4 жыл бұрын
@@j.burgess4459 the angst is strong with this one.
The OP 39m with the white face is perhaps the most perfect watch I have seen in a VERY long time! its subtle, stunning and elegant.
The white dial variant of this watch in 34 or 36 is literally my grail right now. Love your videos, and I'm so happy you're doing a video on it.
@ams914
4 жыл бұрын
I have the white in 39. It's arguably a perfect watch. Forget entry level, just overall it's perfect. And the value is actually tremendous when you compare it to a submariner with the same movement.
@sunshinesuen6998
4 жыл бұрын
ElliotDrinksWater I bought my dad white dial 36mm，it is georgous. The dail is amazing！perfect size also.
@izzythomas848
4 жыл бұрын
@@ams914 Totally agree about it being a perfect watch. Looking at pictures, watching videos only tells part of the story. Wearing an owning it for quite some time is another.
@izzythomas848
4 жыл бұрын
@@ams914 OP has the same movement as the Explore (3132), not the Submariner.
@ams914
4 жыл бұрын
@@izzythomas848 Even the no-date Sub? Because otherwise I think the movement is identical beyond an added complication. I'm pretty sure Subs still have the "old" movements in them.
Never overspent, went for the budget BB58, but the humble Perpetual and the iconic Explorer i are my favourite Rolexes, would go for those over the fancy stuff: love the no-date thing.
This was my first Rolex and I absolutely loved it. However I sold this to help fund a BLNR. Totally agree it’s a great first watch but the Rhodium dial can be difficult to view in various lighting.
@joshstef2579
3 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking about getting this. Could you explain what you mean by that?
@tristanditobias4111
3 жыл бұрын
@@joshstef2579 Dial is the face of the watch. The rhodium color tone makes it hard for people to see the time in various lighting because it has a greyish color.
@nijooo5480
3 жыл бұрын
@@tristanditobias4111 I mean let's be honest, no one just buys these watches to look at the time. It is more like jewelery.
@neoblackcyptron
2 жыл бұрын
I agree I got mine in white champagne sunburst dial. It’s a bit hard to read.
@SUPERMAN-pn7dm
2 жыл бұрын
@@neoblackcyptron lol. Who even buys a Rolex in that crap colour option. Lol 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I’ve subscribed to this channel only because of how humble and child like you are about the excitement of watches. Great video.
My first Rolex was the Batman GMT. My second Rolex was a white dial 39mm Oyster Perpetual which I just got. I simply love it for it’s elegance and simplicity. It flies under the radar for everyday wear. And since it doesn’t have a date, I don’t have to fiddle with the date when and rotate watches to wear.
This watch is really one of my favorites that Rolex offers. 1-Great size at 39mm for my wrist 2-Large crown at 12 position 3-Fun dial colors-I like the grape. 4-No date window. 5-Minimal text on dial compared to other models. 6-Great price 7-Not impossible to get.
@piipoo147
2 жыл бұрын
:D
@peskylogicchillinsky6007Futube
Жыл бұрын
The grape 🍇 is beautiful
@adamr9570
8 ай бұрын
How about now? Is it still “great price”?
@roofchees9
8 ай бұрын
@@adamr9570 I got mine in Dec 2017 with a 33% discount off list before the hype train. Only you can determine what is a great price for you.
This is one of my favorite Rolex watches. It's beautiful in person.
Just got this watch as a 40th gift from my wife. It’s a stunner in person. Love these videos. Please keep them coming.
@PS987654321PS
5 ай бұрын
Ok, bot.
Never really been a Rolex fan, but I bought an OP39 with the white dial as I loved how classy, understated and elegant it is. Couldn’t be happier
Very disappointed that the 39 has been discontinued. The Rhodium dial is just gorgeous. Its disappointing that they did yellow, red etc on the 41 but omitted the Rhodium dial. A crying shame...
The oyster perpetual line is super overlooked imo. Most people gravitate toward either the submariner or date-just, but there's something special about the simplicity of it.
I have the OP39 with the blue dial. I chose this model not because of the price but because I like the simplicity of it which is my preference.
@AlwaysBolttheBird
4 жыл бұрын
I love the OP39 look and blue is my favorite color but for some reason I just don't like the colors for some reason. The blue looks weird on the rodium dial and the green looks weird on the blue dial. I'm not a fan of the black in general. I really want one but just wish the rodium one has a different second color
The OP is really versatile and will last a lifetime on one hand, and really keep value well (if and when you want to sell). I’d say that if you work an office or desk job, it’s really fine option
@paulhanson6008
4 жыл бұрын
Can’t disagree👍
@yashav2949
4 жыл бұрын
japanwatchconnection It will loose about a third of it’s price in the resell, and the market for Rolex is strong so the sell will be easy. Betting on a watch gaining value is generally unlikely and not recommended
@yashav2949
4 жыл бұрын
japanwatchconnection That’s your personal preference. If it’s your one and only, get the one you really want. Value retention and resell ability for any steel Rolex is about same. Sure the new 3255 is a nicer movement
I have been watching watch channels and following along but just came across your channel! Amazing content and style. Where the heck were you (on my feed) :-) Subscribed!
Great vid ! Have this one as my one and only and enjoying it for the last 1 year !!
White dialed 39 is, in my opinion, one of the best 2 Rolex watches made.
@joeskeptical4762
4 жыл бұрын
dean uga: ⬅️◀️ Agreed, the while dial 36 or 39 are excellent. The steel dial 36mm OP is the best looking of the entire OP range.
@ABC-nv8ly
4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you 100% Rolex watches are very ugly besides this one
Lovely review. I've just bought this watch, having been on the waiting list - and then it was discontinued! So I had to snap it up as quickly as possible. I couldn't agree more - a beautiful classic elegant timepiece in Rhodium with blue.
The Rolex OP is the perfect Rolex for everyone who loves a watch with a clean dial, since not even the company’s famous date cyclops is disturbing its simplicity.
@chuckschillingvideos
4 жыл бұрын
There are loads of far more interesting Rolexes without the stupid fisheye.
@MarcSchmitz1979
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, but those are not as dressy and do not have such a clean and simple dial design as the OP.
@chuckschillingvideos
4 жыл бұрын
@@MarcSchmitz1979 I have a 30 year old Seiko quartz that is every bit as dressy, every bit as pretty as the Oyster. You can pick them up on eBay for thirty bucks. The OP is about one thing and one thing only - being the cheapest way to put a Rolex on your wrist.
@MarcSchmitz1979
4 жыл бұрын
chuckschilling That is why I said that the OP is the perfect ROLEX for everyone who loves a watch with a clean dial - not the perfect WATCH for everyone who loves a watch with a clean dial. 😉
@samgeurdi6351
4 жыл бұрын
chuckschilling Cheapest! Compared in price to other Rolexes perhaps, but craftsmanship and value over time it holds up to any other brand and exceeds it’s retail value. You should also realize the OP has the same movement as the more expensive Rolex watches that has different gold colors or any other extravagant uses. Having a Rolex submariner doesn’t take anything away from the Rolex OP.
this is definitely my fav model from rolex i love how subtle it is with the rolex crown at 12 i can't wait to someday buy one
@AirAdam13
4 жыл бұрын
I love the applied crown!
@ricchrono5907
4 жыл бұрын
spot on, people who got drawn to this are mostly because its relatively understated, and that's the true beauty of it.
I love your perspective and advice, going beyond watch qualities and encompassing how it may fit in your life. Appreciate you.
Thank Jenni for the thoughtful, well-reasoned video. Please keep up the good work!
Beautiful. Love the color scheme on this OP.
I would trade in all my watches for that single Rolex. Take them all! Just give me that watch. IT IS BEAUTIFUL!
Great video. Good, useable knowledge and advice. I picked this up in black, 34mm last year and I still absolutely love it. In the world of many over-bedazzled time pieces and kitsch, few brands still do classic models well and the OP carries that standard of timeless simplicity and quality. Thanks and keep up the good work.
Great review and covers the same thought process I went through when purchasing my 36mm white dial OP.
Love this watch and slightly shocked it’s now discontinued... got mine in June and brilliant everyday watch. I’m not a fan of the new OP 41 colours and like the three white lume markers at 369 as stands out nicely against the rhodium.
I believe an Omega Seamaster is an excellent choice for a starter luxury watch. It doesn't maintain its value compared with Rolex, but you get high end quality resembling if not better than Rolex for almost half the price. My 1st watch was an Omega Planet Ocean which I bought around 8 years ago. I still love wearing it. My 1st Rolex was a Datejust 41 bought 2 years ago (with the 3235 movement and 70 hours reserve) with a black dial, a great watch for formal occasions.
@ricchrono5907
4 жыл бұрын
brands aside, omega trumps rolex in quite a lot of ways to be fair. but that's just the way it is, theres so much about marketing and it affects how people who don't care much about watches greatly. when all they want is a good solid watch, they know rolex and they buy them... after so very long, took up quite a bit of market share and subsequently came the good preowned pricing, rolex can ride on that and increase their listed price further.
@Megalosmalakas1977
4 жыл бұрын
@@ricchrono5907 omega are for bums
@jaycowper
3 жыл бұрын
If I got the Planet Ocean first, I probably would've never gotten a Submariner. It's such a great watch.
Detailed, fair and honest review ! And those words of cauton at the end of review are of utmost importance !
You do nice work Jenni on these watch reviews some of the best information out there.
This has to be one of the most beautifully simplistic design i have ever seen
@vika0194
2 жыл бұрын
You could buy a similar looking watch for 500 dollars. This Rolex is the most boring one they have.
@Manc-fh5we
2 жыл бұрын
@@vika0194 That is just your opinion. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
@vika0194
2 жыл бұрын
@@Manc-fh5we It’s way too simple looking. Rolex make nicer watches.
@Manc-fh5we
2 жыл бұрын
@@vika0194 maybe you can’t read? Like I said that’s just your opinion 👍
@vika0194
2 жыл бұрын
@@Manc-fh5we Maybe you need to learn how to show respect. It’d not an opinion. It’s a fact. Dumbo.
My first automatic watch I bought Was a Tudor Tiger Chronograph, New in 1998 because I couldn't afford a Rolex Submariner. And still have today. Great reviews 👍
@ricchrono5907
4 жыл бұрын
great watch, imho no lesser than any rolexs.
@itsallrobbish
4 жыл бұрын
Woah, that’ll be worth a small fortune, now.
Thank you for your content Jenni! I’m in search of my first luxury watch and don’t just want a “jewelry” piece. In my short amount of research it seems like watch makers believe women don’t prioritize quality or movement and just want something pretty. Which is definitely all good, but I’m hoping in the future they design beautiful quality watches for smaller wrists and not necessarily super feminine.
I bought 2 of this Oyster Perpetual last December, blue dial for my wife and rodium dial for myself as our 5th wedding anniversary gift. I made this decision after reading the history and introduction of Rolex as a company and each Rolex model. I like the history of this OP and most importantly the classic look. This is also my first Rolex... really love it!
Wonderful video as always Jenni! The macros just get better and better! I have to disagree with the title on this one though, $5,000 is definitely not entry level, especially when talking about Rolex. My view of this is more along the lines of Mid-Tier. Luxury entry level is more along the lines of Sinn, Tag Heuer, and Longines. Still though, beautiful watch that everyone should consider for their first large purchase!
She works so hard on her script.. This channel is going places..
I just recently subscribed to your channel and I really enjoy your watch reviews and appreciate your down to earth approach to introducing the watches under review and your analysis of them. Please keep up the great work and I look forward to seeing many more reviews in the future. Would you consider doing a review of perhaps the top three or top five traditional (non digital) watches suitable for military use? Thank you so much!
You do a top notch job at this - from content to presentation. I’d be really surprised if you didn’t have 50k - 75k subscribers by the end of the year.
Wanted to buy a white OP36. Walked into a Rolex AD, let them know that I had the cash available and was serious about purchasing it. They said they didn't have one and would waitlist me. 2 months later, still no call. So I just bought an Omega Sapphire Sandwich. Happy with my decision and never going back to that AD now.
It's a beautiful,simple and a must have.
Fantastic review Jenni, thank you...I particularly liked the maco shots :)
Picking up this exact model after lockdown . Hope it’s as nice as you say Jenni
I hate the term "entry level" for a luxury item and that goes for cars as well, it's clearly a term used to try and bastardize people who want a lower costing luxury item disregarding the fact that maybe they prefer the look of that item...
@luxurreview
Жыл бұрын
It's the cheapest Rolex, so it's the entry Rolex. Like Niko said, everyone can afford a Rolex, just save some money for a few months.
@_baller
Жыл бұрын
@@luxurreview did you not read what I said or do you need my foot to make an entry level route up your ass
@alekhidell7068
9 ай бұрын
Having the means to buy a Rolex does not mean that you can “afford it”. By the same reasoning, the average person is only years away from being able to “afford” a 7-Series and a yacht.
@_baller
9 ай бұрын
@@alekhidell7068 whotf wants a 7 series
@izzuezmusic
Ай бұрын
You are now speaking the consumerism language… if we all are watching this video it is because we consume beautiful watches and beautiful women in watches. Entre level doesn’t mean affordable or attainable.
Despite it being "entry level" Its easily my favorite Rolex. Clean, minimalist dial and that Grey dial is fantastic. Definitely my grail watch
@zogzog1063
3 жыл бұрын
Agree. This is the only Rolex I would consider. The others have silly features like a tumor over the date.
@Manc-fh5we
2 жыл бұрын
@@zogzog1063 I agree. The cyclops is an abomination!
Excellent content as usual! The OP is such a fantastic watch. Gotta be one of the best 3-handers out there
I love watches, I love watch channels and I love your commentary
34mm for me, hate the double baton dial on the 36mm OP. And the 39mm wears way too large.
I wanna get the Tissot Seastar 1000 with the metallic bracelet...it’s probably an affordable watch and not a luxury but it would be the most expensive watch I ever bought. Do you have any suggestion or tip about it?
@eat-your-food684
3 жыл бұрын
Its a good watch👍
Just got this one and I think I’m keeping it. My first was a 36 datejust but wasn’t really feeling it. This watch is absolutely beautiful.
Love this channel, such great reviews. I was going to buy this oyster perpetual as my first Rolex but decided to buy the dark rhodium datejust 41. However I do love the brushed oyster bracelet, I may buy the op36 with the champagne dial as a daily wearer
This was my first high end "luxury" level watch. Have had it for 3 years now and it could easily be my only watch. Honestly, I think it beats a lot of the other rolex sports watches in looks. Only wish there was anti-reflective coating on the sapphire, you miss a lot of light play on the dial because of glare.
@SUPERMAN-pn7dm
2 жыл бұрын
That's because you are a poor working class millennial Lol. I have 4 Rolex. But the real ones. Not the poor person entry level one lol It sucks to be you
@AlexTalksTwo
2 жыл бұрын
@@SUPERMAN-pn7dm Can't tell if you're being serious or just trying to get a rise. Either way, it's apparent it sucks more to be you than me.
@SUPERMAN-pn7dm
2 жыл бұрын
@@AlexTalksTwo awww Are you writing your shopping list for Lidl .. where the poor people get their food shopping . Lol 😂🤣😂🤣😂😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣 i
Great review and a great watch. Breitling, Omega, Hamilton, and Oris all have great $1,500 -3000.00 watches.
@yahyas
3 жыл бұрын
None of them retain value like this one though.
I'm partial to a watch with a date complication but this piece has tempted me in the past
Superb video. I completely agree that the OP is a nice piece, actually one of the coolest pieces in the whole Rolex range in my opinion. Very pure and simple. Quite unisex as well. I considered buying the 36mm blue 3-6-9 but opted for a white date just instead.
I was so excited for this channel when I saw the video about the first all steel watch from Lange. Then it seems that focus has been mostly on Rolex like almost every other watch channel...
@chrisbrown6494
4 жыл бұрын
Check out theWatches.TV, not much love for Rolex over there!
@jimmyjay122
4 жыл бұрын
Chris Brown They have quite a diverse and unique content. I might have watched a few of their videos in the past. Cheers for the tip 👍 I just watched the Zenith Defy Lab video. Watchmaking heaven 👌 Too bad this escapement has not made it into their commercial product lines yet.
"Entry level" sounds like an insult. Great review, thank you.
Great video Jenni, keep up the good work 👏🏻
Ok. I think I’ve found my first luxury watch goal and forever watch. Thank you!
Entry level just means "You can't possibly be satisfied with this watch. Make sure you come back and buy a more expensive one!'
@cartierwatchnerd
3 жыл бұрын
I sold my 41mm Sub and purchased the OP36 instead. I’m very happy with my decision
Such an underrated Rolex. Great bang for buck too!
Loving this watch channel! Subscribed!
You have such high-quality videos. I would love to see a studio tour and how you take great micro shots.
Brilliant. Can we do the Speedmaster Moonwatch?
@bradleyj5514
4 жыл бұрын
I want that
@gmshadowtraders
4 жыл бұрын
Women can't operate chronographs.
@wataki_watcheswatakiwatche3160
4 жыл бұрын
Wow. Is their anything left to say?...
The 36mm version is the only watch you will ever need, the OP is Rolex at its purest
@paulhanson6008
4 жыл бұрын
My choice too...I own a 36mm 3 6 9 blue dial. A great everyday watch for every situation.
@arbogash1852
4 жыл бұрын
Geord Doesn't have the paraflex shock absorbers, fwiw. 39 does. To me, that does matter, plus the 39 dial+hands makes a distinctive statement I like. 36 would be my ideal size however.
I saw one in the window of my AD the other week. It is a nice looking watch but completely agree with everything you say in terms of reasons for wanting a watch 👍
Loving the channel Jenni. Keep it up.
Nearly went for this model but instead went for the 34mm olive green dial
@mortgages_by_jason
3 жыл бұрын
I've got the same one. Beautiful dial. Orange is the perfect contrast.
Could you make a review about the Omega Seamaster 300 Master co axial?
@jimmyjay122
4 жыл бұрын
Tim K she already did... labeled as the cheaper alternative to the “mighty” sub... Even though it is the better watch. kzread.info/dash/bejne/gH2o2dmIpcXYY84.html
@MultiLuc28
4 жыл бұрын
There will probably be one soon. If you folow her on Instagram you might have seen she showed a white dial model on the rubber strap.
@tim462
4 жыл бұрын
jimmyjay122 thats the Professional Model... I mean the Master co axial
You are my shero! Your passion is contagious! Landed my first OP
Back in '97, my first entry level watch for my entry level job as a staff accountant was a Movado. I was enchanted by the utter simplicity of the dial. It was beautiful. Fast forward to 2014, I got a date just with the rose Roman dial and jubilee bracelet. Just got it serviced recently and looks brand new. In 2017, I purchased a submariner 114060. This was right before the crazy hype on SS Rolex's Now I'm setting my sights on either a GMT master II two tone root beer or the Rolex Hulk. The accountant in me says to get the Hulk due to better value retention. My sensible side says to get the root beer. The root beer is so stately looking and the color scheme is pleasing and soothing to the eyes.
@ricchrono5907
4 жыл бұрын
I ran into the similar dilemma a year or 2 ago, I ended up with a sinn U2 and I must say I am a happy man.😉
Before the current Rolex price hike I considered this model and went into the city centre to look at one and try it on for size. The watch came out of the display case and the assistant handed it to me. As soon as I handled it I really just could not get my head around where they got that price tag from. It did not feel cheap just not special and didn’t look or feel better than my Seiko Saab. Fast forward a few hours and I’m looking at a Damasko in another shop and a Grand Seiko was left in a tray from a previous customer. I explained I had never been up close and personal with one before and here is the difference as soon as I handled it it shouted quality, the polish the bracelet the hands everything was way way better than the Rolex OP and what’s more it was around 2/3rds the price. In conclusion if you really have to have Rolex on the dial go ahead. But if you just want a lovely watch perhaps it does not have to have that brand name on it!
@ricchrono5907
4 жыл бұрын
well said, bravo. proud owner of damasko and sinn here👋, while I do have couple of rolexs in possession, my sinn, damasko, seiko and many others are earning way more waist time than my rolexs😅…… might end up flipping them lol, okay beside the OP I got, that's a keeper.
@markplayford5836
4 жыл бұрын
Ric Chrono Both a Damasko (DA43) and a Sinn are on the list. Damasko could even be this year! 😁
@itsallrobbish
4 жыл бұрын
Mark Playford Someone talking sense. Seiko, Damasko and Sinn are intriguing to me, but I have yet to handle any of them, with the exception of lower end Seikos. I’ve bought loads of Seikos over the years, decent build overall and I have NEVER lost money on them. My SKX007 that I have modified is built like a tank, but I must admit, the accuracy is going off a bit at the moment, though.
@markplayford5836
4 жыл бұрын
robert bishop Thanks Robert, then you really should both Sinn & Damasko are built like tanks both built from fantastic super hardened steel, and some technically brilliant models. Seiko Presage models are fantastic value for money on the way up to GS or even perhaps Credor.
She calls it "entry level" And here I am hoping I can afford it one day without selling a kidney
@cliveo181
4 жыл бұрын
Then you shouldn’t even thinking about a Rolex.
@olivesurace9471
3 жыл бұрын
Lol
@JHEVR
3 жыл бұрын
thats why it says "entry Level Luxury Watch" and not just entry level
@Noah-Lach
3 жыл бұрын
@@cliveo181 I’d argue middle class people trying to look rich are exactly Rolex’s target market
@219garry
3 жыл бұрын
@@Noah-Lach I golfed with the ceo of Nike. He was wearing an Apple watch. When you're that rich you try to look middle class. LOL
That sunburst gunmetal dial... 😍⌚✨
Thank you for making this video. It was informative and enjoyable.
this is the only rolex where i see good value.
I bought the 34mm in December and I adore it
@ElliotDrinksWater
4 жыл бұрын
@Tom The Fish 34 OP is not a "women's" watch 🙄
@ElliotDrinksWater
4 жыл бұрын
@Tom The Fish maybe if you feel the need to compensate, it is.
@autonomy_
4 жыл бұрын
Tom The Fish Sorry to hear about your fragile masculinity. Wear the watch that makes you happy, no matter what size :)
@jimmyjay122
4 жыл бұрын
ElliotDrinksWater unless we magically went back to the eighties a 34mm case makes it absolutely a women’s watch.
@Readyteddygo
4 жыл бұрын
Tom The Fish you said “I don’t get the obsession with watch size” but you’re the one who’s adamant that the 34mm is a “woman’s watch”. Are you insecure in your masculinity? Can you not afford one? 😢
I have been on and off about this model, but this grey version is a really compelling reason to chase one.
I just love the simplicity of the op.
Nothing 'entry level' about this!!!! However, it should probably more accurately be called 'the best value Rolex' without having to sell your house to buy one.
@CachCraftCach
3 жыл бұрын
Cmon Graham we all know in the future you’ll be getting one with pocket money man 😌
@grahamyoung622
3 жыл бұрын
@@CachCraftCach My pockets ain't deep enough, if they were an Omega of a similar cost for me over a Roly anyday.
@Makendu
3 жыл бұрын
Since when does a house cost 8k lol
@Justin-jy6fu
3 жыл бұрын
@@Makendu well there are some rare ones that are auctioned
imho, the 39mm is on the big side, I much prefer the generation before this, the 36mm OP with the 3,6,9 dial.
@LMGLUDA
4 жыл бұрын
There are still 3-6-9 36mm OP in blue colour, the champagne was also available but I think right now only on the 34mm.
@nomansland120
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed. The 39mm feels more like 41mm bevause of the large dial. I wanted a 39mm explorer 1 but it just felt too big on my thin wrist. Went with the black sunburst dial 36mm op and im even more thrilled about it than the day i bought it
@paulhanson6008
4 жыл бұрын
I agree, the proportions of the 39 don’t look right {IMO)! I purchased a 36mm 3 6 9 dial a couple of years ago. It’s my only Rolex and is an outstanding “every day / all occasions” watch
I have the 39 with the blue dial. It’s my daily and I love it!
Hello Jenni, thx for the great Video about the OP. I think that is a good watch for a Rolex beginner. I like your Videos with the fantastic details 👍👍👍
No excuse for a $5000 "luxury" watch without a quick-adjust bracelet.
@crackhead187
4 жыл бұрын
@@snapascrew it does not, you need a tool to adjust it.
@IlIIIlllIlIlllI
4 жыл бұрын
Agree! It's my favourite feature on the Hulk. Also it does not really save that much on costs. There is no crazy materials or anything used, its just an extra stamping...
@wataki_watcheswatakiwatche3160
4 жыл бұрын
For this money you’re lucky it’s on a steel bracelet.
@Tendomcgoobin
3 жыл бұрын
This guy fucks.
Interesting how people talk about watches and value retention, you get zero with most cars, yet we dint give it a second thought, buy what you like, enjoy it.
@wataki_watcheswatakiwatche3160
4 жыл бұрын
Well not unless you buy vintage or super cars correctly...similar really... however buy a Citroen versus an Audi or Mercedes and see what they are worth in comparison after 3 years versus the desirability and longevity?...it’s also a question of how much you are prepared to pay versus the cash you lose. Take an example of omega vs. Rolex. A Rolex is twice the price with say -10% loss on a OP that’s -$600 down, versus -30% loss on an omega = that’s -$900 down. However you spent 3k vs shelling out 6k - if you have the cash great, if you’re borrowing, a different story. ...Unless you sell the watch yourself directly, you will lose money. No matter the brand. Are you buying to sell or buying to keep and wear? However Rolex retain/ gain so many buyers due to their value retention and safe bet, overlooking many cool and interesting, possibly better watches based on that rationale. Nobody can afford to lose vast sums. Rolex likes it that way. It’s what keeps them desirable at the top of the sales pile. You can’t say the same about other iconic and better made, more expensive watch companies. You will lose money on most way more expensive watch brands, JLC, Vacheron, etc. That’s why Tudor is growing in popularity (good quality same factory, and as affordable as what Rolex were 10yrs ago) you could buy 2 Tudors for one OP. Anyway I am rambling now but you get the picture.
i have a 34 mm olive green Rolex Oyster Perpetual , i'm a skinny guy and the watch looks fantastic
@paulhanson6008
4 жыл бұрын
There’s a great review of that watch on KZread..... a guy with a drum kit.....check it out
My first splurge was a Sinn U1 T, I too have gone overboard at times just because I truly like Wrist Art! My collection ranges from Kickstarter watches up to Rolex Sub, Datejust (Birth Year 1965), JLC Hometime Reverso! Too many times Heart over Mind, live and learn. Yeah Right! I really liked the look of this Oyster Perpetual 39mm, the nice clean look of this piece, and that dial just looks so amazing! Thank You for this video review Jenni! Keep those videos coming!
Could you review the Omega Aqua terra?
@_PGleo86
4 жыл бұрын
Especially in light of this review. I see the Aqua Terra as the main competitor to the OP. I love the OP, but I own an Aqua Terra instead for a reason ;)
@Toogoodtobetrue458
4 жыл бұрын
Love the aqua terra
@Valera_Scotland
4 жыл бұрын
I have the black dial from 2003. First edition, 2500 co axial movement. Absolute beauty for £2000
@JoshuaOoi
4 жыл бұрын
+1
@joeschlicht
4 жыл бұрын
@@Valera_Scotland The best one - black dial cal. 2500 👍 I'd like to get one someday.
After I get my entry level Rolex I am planning to buy an entry level private jet in a color that matches my entry level supercar. But first I am going to drink some Henri IV Dudognon Heritage Cognac Grande Champagne, my entry level drink of choice.
I just bought myself the Tissot PR516. I love it. Will be buying the Rolex Oyster Perpetual in the next 3 years
I got my first good watch in 1970.A Bulova Accutron Deep Sea Devil Diver.Brand new about $175.Those tuning fork watches instantly became my favorites even to this day.
Might as well go for a GS Snowflake at this price, if brands don’t pertain you
@bassoskat
4 жыл бұрын
That’s a gorgeous watch also.
@diogeneslantern18
4 жыл бұрын
@@bassoskat better by every metric as well
@AMogus-jr6qk
4 жыл бұрын
@japanwatchconnection bs
I love my white dial OP 39. However, at this price point, I’d take my Grand Seiko snowflake or my GMT SBGM221 over the OP 39.
My grape 39mm was the first luxury piece that I bought and I still love it!
@mohammedntarmal2961
3 жыл бұрын
same here! an underrated dial
Great clip! I spent 4000USD to get a brand new grey OP39 in Tokyo 5 years ago. And it is still one of my favorite watches in my collection.
I'll take this or explore i when I retired, no date needed...
Is that your husband hand-modeling some of the watches? I laughed at myself really loudly when I realized 😂😂😂
@joeskeptical4762
4 жыл бұрын
Martin Q: "Partner" not husband. S/he can be the spouse of any wo/man, and vice-versa.
@vincentvdl
4 жыл бұрын
@@joeskeptical4762 wife/husband is the only combo
@sms2588
4 жыл бұрын
@@vincentvdl that comment triggered me as well. Then I realized his name is Joe Skeptical and it is so PC that the intent has to be humor.
@Diepvries11
4 жыл бұрын
She uses basically all the macro shots and script of her husband.
I have a couple Rolexes but that Rhodium dial has me sold. A beautiful watch!
I already own 3 submariners, the OP 39 white goes well with any look in my opinion and very sleek elegant craftsmanship that no one should be sad to own as their first piece over any other Rolex watches. It’s a kind of a perfect watch that doesn’t scream attention. My collections are more of an investment that can be handed down and still retain its value.