BUILD A PERFECT 3-WATCH COLLECTION | ROLEX/CARTIER/TUDOR
Vložit
- čas přidán 18. 06. 2024
- In this video your host answers a horological question from a viewer.
If you would like to become a Patreon of the The Chap's Guide channel and help with the funding of future content, please consider becoming a regular contributor via the easy to use Patreon website: / chapsguide
If you would like to support future content, a donation would be deeply appreciated via the 'buy me a coffee' website - www.buymeacoffee.com/thechaps...
Don't forget to check out my Instagram feed for daily chap updates: chapsguide
If you have a question to pose The Chap's Guide, please send it to: ash@chapsguide.uk
=============================================================================
Equipment used in this filming of this video (Amazon links):
Camera - Canon Eos 250D: amzn.to/3bFaY7F
Lens - Cannon EFS 24mm f/2.8 STM: amzn.to/3aFT0kd
Tripod - K & F Incept Tripod: amzn.to/3eR5BEy
GorillaPod - Joby: amzn.to/35cJW5d
Shotgun microphone - Rode Video Mic Pro: amzn.to/3aKoSEw
Lavalier microphone: amzn.to/3cOEuYM
Studio lights - Neewer dimmable 2-pack LED studio lights: amzn.to/2Y6BsLB
#chapsguide #ashjones #mensstyle - Jak na to + styl
Explorer 36mm is iconic and remains an all time classic. It would be a shame to let it go. Good luck.
I can only imagine doing this and regretting it later.
Another great video, thank you.
IMO, Explorer has to stay, let the Tudor go….DJ for more formal and Explorer for recreational settings, they don’t clash.
Another subscriber from Sydney!
If we are talking about price, then the Santos is very expensive considering the movement inside (compared to the Explorer). I agree about the DateJust, but: if you need a Rolex that is flying under the radar, then it can only be the Explorer.
My 3 Watch collection:
1) Omega Speedmaster moon watch
2) Yellow Gold Rolex DayDate presidential, 36, Fluted bezel , Silver dial
3) Patek Phillipe 5196P
This is close to my ideal 3 watch collection. But I'd actually prefer a DateJust to the DayDate (as much as I like it) if only for daily wear. And I would prefer the 5196 G or J (just a preference for the Dauphine hands and stick indices vs the Breguet numerals. I have the Speedmaster currently, and I wear it daily, but when I get a Datejust, that will be my daily.
@@joeschlicht agree with you about the 5196G and J . I have seen them in person and they are really nice . Since I already have a 5196, I didn't get those . In the year 2000 , I had purchased my very first Rolex - Datejust SS with white gold flute bezel and jubilee bracelet. I traded that in 2 years and then got my second Rolex- Black two tone yellow gold and steel Date submariner, then after 3 years , I thought it was too flashy so I traded that and got the 5196P. And bought a seamaster which I traded for a Speedmaster. Recently 2 months ago I bought a Rolex again - 2024 Datejust , SS oyster bracelet, blue dial . It was two big for my wrist so I gifted it to my nephew who has BIG wrists.
Now I have those 3 that I mentioned earlier . And off-course a G shock . The recent purchase of presidential DayDate yellow gold May be because I am older now and don't mind a "flashy" watch on my wrist:)
My 3 watch Collection: Rolex Explorer II, Rolex Explorer I, and Cartier Vendrome Jumbo (Paris Edition). There is absolutely no way that I would trade away my Explorer I for a Datejust.
Nice!
Very tough decision!! Honestly I'd probably just hold firm with where I'm at if those were my three watches! But it's a very tough choice. I'd probably drop the Cartier personally since a DJ would provide some overlap there, but the Cartier is a beautiful watch.
You have a nice collection. While I have a Rolex and a Cartier in my collection. I have the Bulova’s “My Way” watch from the Frank Sinatra collection along with other Bulova watches. If Bulova was good enough for Frank they are good enough for me!
I think the way the watch market has gone in recent years brands like Rolex are not wearable for me anymore. I bought a Rolex Datejust about 15 years ago but I sold it a few years back because I realised it had become a burden. I now have a very modest two piece collection: A Longines Conquest Heritage (35mm) and Tissot PRX quartz. I wear them without care, and for me that is how watches should be worn...
Respectfully sub is more generic than explorer being the most popular watch in the world. You see so many of those in the wild you start to wonder how many of those are real.
My trio is; Credor Signo, Longines Ultra-Chron and a Piaget Altiplano. The Credor for smart-casual daily, Longines more as a sporty daily and a solid gold Piaget as a dresspiece for special occasions
Love that watch collections are such a personal journey. Not many other 'possessions' can reflect our life journey such as a good timepiece.... interestingly enough, marking the times.
I agree that the Explorer 1 in its current reference 124270 may not provide the best value at it's price point. However, I own a 2000's 114270 (my #1) which I purchased along side my 124270 and still own and wear (daily) the older reference. LOVE it as my daily GADA piece. I moved on from the newer model and it is no longer in my collection. The older reference is perfect for me.
#2 watch for me is the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch. However, in black, it doesn't complement my other watches (notably my Explorer) as much as I would like. So... have the white dial version on order and on the way (hopefully next week) from the Omega boutique. Both of the above watches hold a personal story behind each and that is also important to me.
#3 timepiece has not been purchased yet. BUT I believe this may be the Cartier Santos Galbee in the XL size. It has always seemed a bit more utilitarian than newer offerings from Cartier (with the fully square bezel) but still has the slightly dressier refinement for my third watch. Another possibility may be the Omega Constellation in all steel w silver dial in 39mm (I actually kind of like that this watch doesn't get much love, I don't see it around much where I live). I intend my third piece will be slightly more dressy to round things out.
There are my top three, FOR NOW. I'm sure #3 will be a journey I will enjoy in the coming year. Cheers all!
Ash seems like a nice guy: cheerful, informative & pleasant. But does he really have all his financials sorted? Because seeing him now hanging by his figurative finger-nails for dear economic life, starving & subsisting on grasses and weeds on a narrow road-side verge does not bode well at all for future happiness.
That’s pretty funny…I’m thinking you’re joking??? I advise quite a few retired LE personnel, and if they planned well they are some of the most financially stable people I know. There is something very powerful about a healthy lifelong pension and excellent fully paid healthcare. Add on any additional resources in an investment portfolio and that’s icing on the cake. If you have a fully paid home and no debt you are living a good life.
Believe me, Ash is financially stable and fiscally wise. You don’t need to concern yourself about his financial status.
What a great collection….I wouldn’t part with any of the three. I would save and get the other Rolex later.
Hey, Ashe.
I'm a bit torn by this mental exercise. On the one hand, I'm a fan of the Explorer 1. It fits my aesthetic, and I think it better fits the idea I have of the brand: a tool of equal luxury and robustness. None of the other Tudor or Rolex watches have really caught my eye. On the other hand, your thought process does make sense: exchanging Rolex for Rolex, the value proposition, etc. The review of each individual watch was also helpful.
Despite my personal tastes, I must concede this Tudor would have more functionality, and the Cartier has a certain "x" factor to it, something that makes it unique. I must also concede this viewer is coming from a different place in terms of tastes and collection size. Only three watches? Ha, I can only imagine!
If it were me, I'd move along the Tudor, but your logic makes sense.
Cheers.
My most unpretentious watch for which I get the most compliments is
The Casio G-Shock , Multi band 6, Tough Solar .
Other than the 3-watch collection which I have mentioned.
From the title and before actually watching the video, those are three watches I thought I would choose for myself (with a 6.5” wrist). I also love the blue DJ.
The DJ model you have Ash has the super case with the more square lugs. I think this makes it wear larger than the current DJ which has gone back to slimmer lugs. The BB54 is 37mm but because of the dive bezel the dial is small and it wears smallest of three he has. If you had to twist my arm I would sell the Tudor because he will still get quite a bit back for it and he can buy it again or a classic Submariner in the future. The 54 is a very sweet watch with nice proportions. Don’t sell any and especially not the Explorer!😂
My initial thought was to say that the Santos should go since I am not a big fan of it. However, your logic makes sense in switching a Rolex for a Rolex. I own an Explorer but not a DateJust. Tudor, Cartier and Rolex is a rounded collection. The Santos offers the ability to easily swap out the bracelet for a strap to make it more formal. The Rolex is very diverse in its use and the Tudor is the rugged daily wearer.
2:35 "And a Santier de Cartos medium"
😂
Sounds great to me. 😅
The three for me. Datejust 36 fluted, on my wrist right now for everyday. 20 pound casio digital for any time I'm forced to go to any major UK city these days. Vacheron overseas full gold blue dial, for special occasions and assuming my current lottery ticket plays out in the same way the previous thirty haven't. Failing that, a second hand daydate or vach patrimony would do for for me.
❤ the new haircut, looks really tidy. Great advice too.
Thanks so much! 😊
I’d go: Explorer 36, Yachtmaster 37mm instead of Black Bay 54, and Datejust 36. 😅
My current collection:
Explorer 36 two tone as my everyday piece, Yachtmaster 37 in rhodium as my sports/ dressy piece & a DateJust 36 on a fluted bezel and jubilee as my dress/ sporty piece. I have a 7.25 inch wrist. I prefer smaller watches.
Great Choice. Why Explorer two tone?
Because the regular Explorer is too “white bread” for the price you pay. I’d rather get the Oyster Perpetual with a silver dial for that. The two tone Explorer just gives it a bit more character. It’s a great everyday piece. Sporty yet dressy. I don’t wear my Rolexes to swim or do any outdoor stuff. My Casio is made for that. 😂
Wow, what a collection! A dress watch (Santos), sports (Tudor) and everyday (Explorer) makes for a perfect 3-watch collection.
With a Datejust coming in, to me that would take the part of the dress watch, so it would replace the Santos. That said, all are out of my budget, so I'll just imagine and live vicariously through the idea of this collection.
I would add a Casio - probably a W86 or F91W. The F91W is £10, a design icon and perfect for moments when you might scuff your watch up.
I’d keep the Explorer. Thats the most iconic in his collection. I’d let the Santos go for the Datejust. Besides, my ethos only trade a Rolex for a Rolex. 🥂
I always love your videos, especially because you don't correct the video when slip of the tongue 😊
For me the 3 essential watches are 1. Patek Calatrava 3537J to go to concerts, restaurants, receptions, etc. (or similar Patek in yellow gold), 2. Cartier Santos large in stainless steel to wear every day (being SS doesn't scratch as easily as gold) and 3. Polar or Garmin smartwatch to do yoga, sail, swim, etc.
I agree about replacing the Explorer with the DateJust 36. They are somewhat similar.
I'm quite happy with orient-seiko-citizen-casio, did you explore these brands ?
I gotta disagree Ash... imo he should flog the Tudor and keep the Santos and Explorer. But you're spot on about the fluted bezel/blue dial/jubilee DateJust. It's a ripper!
Agree. Current Tudors are not suited for the „intentionally well dressed Gentleman“.
I would have skipped the DJ and stayed with the current trio. The Santos and the DJ is the most overlapping. The Santos is the dressier and most versatile hands down. But if I had to sell one off it would be the BB54.
Hi Ash. I appreciate your videos. I recently bought a used but still pretty Cartier Tank 2413. I inherited a Rolex datejust from my late father last year. And I just gave myself a Tudor BB58 as a gift to myself because I graduated from the university as a conflict mediator. I believe these 3 brands are all iconic, versatile, unique and can be enjoyed and appreciated over a lifetime. Cheers from Morten
What a great topic! I feel your advice is spot on considering what the gentleman is working with, even if my 3 would be completely different. He made a very important point in his question; that is that for a watch nut tastes and preferences change over time. I think you should do this topic annually, where you list YOUR current top 3 watches whether in your collection or not
For me my 3 watch collection is:
- Rolex Sea-Dweller 43mm
- Omega Speedy Moon 42mm
- New Tag Heuer Carrera Chrono Calibre 02 Gray dial 42mm
I have a Nomos Club Campus 36 in green, a Casio G-Shock 5600, and a Lip Churchill T18. If I were to buy a Swiss watch, it would either be a Longines heritage sector dial or a vintage Omega de ville.
Great advice Ash. Brand balance and diversity maintained 👍
Always entertaining, Ash.
Enjoyed that but for your information spinel is not an artificial sapphire -- they are two different gemstones. But the spinel on the Santos is indeed synthetic.
I'd keep those three and cancel the order on the datejust.😂 If you must have the datejust, wave the expolorer goodbye. You can always replace it with a Grand Seiko if you really miss that look.
Hi Ash, the watch that Sir Edmund Hilary wore to the summit of Everest was a Smiths and has been donated to the Science Museum in Knightsbridge, by the family. It is in the horology section. Rolex, did capitalize on this and used the event for great marketing for The Explorer, which is a really great watch and would be my choice. Smiths still exist and actually produce an ‘Everest’ field watch in small quantities. Nice video as usual and very pleased with the choices.
Thanks for the info!
I see the logic in your advice but I wouldn’t let the Explorer go. It’s a much more do-everything watch than even the Santos. For me, I’d for for the Explorer and add in a chronograph (Omega Speedmaster is the most obvious but the IWC Portuguiser is another sexy option) and a GMT (I’d got for the Longines Zulu Time which looks sporty and ticks the Black Bay niche too but you could go for a Grand Seiko instead). That gives you three different brands. If you want a Cartier, ditch the GMT option and the Santos and go for a Tank Must instead (ie the quartz one so that you also have a variety of movements)
Funny you do this video I am planning on the new tudor black bay black released this year / explorer ii polaris gmt and cartier santos
Great advice
Every gent should own a JLC
I happen to agree with your decision re: these three timepieces, Ash.
The Rolex Explorer, while a beautiful watch, is just too generic-looking for my tastes. -To my mind, it doesn't even look like a Rolex.
Unless I win a lottery, I'm going to be sticking with my two watch collection, which consists of a Rolex Datejust in steel and gold on a jubilee bracelet with a black dial, which I bought 16 years ago, and the vintage Omega in a 14k gold case, dated to 1953, which I inherited from my maternal grandfather.
I personally don't feel the need for a third watch, although I have to admit that I am admiring your new Cartier.
Good video ❤
I agree but I also don’t like having multiple of the same brand in a small collection.
A three watch collection must contain a proper dress watch. That must be precious metal. Then you have to have a super tough beater / beta watch. Then a travel watch.
So 1. Moser in gold
2. Pelagos 42.
3. G Shock with interchangeable two time zones.
I have a santos, Explorer and a Speedmaster. If I want something for the water I’ll just use the explorer or put on one of my Seiko divers. I personally wouldn’t replace the explorer with a
DJ. Not needed with Santos
Already IMO.
Us Ozzie’s follow too ! Dave 36mm DJ is a good choice,
Current three watches are 👌🏻
There is too much overlap of the Datejust and the Cartier. Let the Cartier go. My 3 watch collection is my Birth year Datejust, my 214270 Explorer 39 and my 16713 Rootbeer GMT. Then again my collection is much larger than 3 because watch collecting is a disease I’m fully in the grips of.
Agree 100%; still just need the Root Beer to match you! Your taste is impeccable.
The Santos and the Datejust are vastly different. So, that’s not a good recommendation. And why should one limit oneself to 3 watches, in the first place?
@@christopherstombaugh6004 It’s a chameleon watch and a pleasure to own. It gets attention and makes a Pepsi look boring.
@@herbtube7824 One need not limit to 3. But the underlying premise of the video was a three watch collection. I’m a proponent of buy what you love regardless of what others think and wear it in good health. 3 or three thousand they are yours to wear and love.
Tough choice ...I think the explorer and date just are both outstanding. I think it depends on your personality and which suits your style the best.
We have similar taste, so I’m wondering if you’ve ever considered a pre-owned Patek Calatrava? I’ve been shopping for one lately and I’m at about 80% likely to follow through.
Hello, have you ever considered omega among watch brands? Such as diver 300 or constellation? What is your opinion about quartz? It would be great if I could get your opinion. Thanks
I would also sell the explorer. He already has a casual wear watch with a black dial in the Tudor and there is some redundancy with the Explorer. And the Datejust brings a little more refinement. The Cartier with the white dial and Roman numerals brings a different look as a dress watch.
100% agree
I own 3 Rolexes - Explorer 2 Polar, Explorer 1, and Submariner. I love them all. 16:26
I have 41mm datejust steel & gold & 16610 submariner 😊 & others .
For *most* people, if one has Tudor BB54, Cartier Santos and the 3rd is between a DateJust and an Explorer, the DJ would be the one should go, since the Santos is more than taking its place as the dressier everyday option.
Not bad and same 3 brands as are in my triplet:
Tudor Black Bay 58 black
Rolex Datejust 16234 silver dial with roman numerals
Cartier Tank Must large solarbeat
Agree with your suggestion here.
In watch world must consider brands like: jlc, iwc, ... Omega
For him, I think the Santos and the DJ are too similar in their dressy do it all every day ability. His collection is actually better the way it is if you ask me.
I disagree, his Explorer is the mirror of the Santos, whereas the DJ offers a date complication, as well as visual interest in it's unique stylings.
One diver
One pilot chrono
One GMT, that's my choice 😉, and no Rolex btw. 😁
My three watch collection would be:-
1) Cartier Santos ADLC Black
1a) G-Shock MRG-B5000B-1DR DLC
2) Omega Speedmaster Moonphase 18k Sedna Gold
2a) Rolex GMT Master 2 "Rootbeer"
3) Grand Seiko Snowflake Spring Drive
3a) Grand Seiko Tentagraph
On the wrist... A.Lange & Söhne 1815 Up/Down Rose Gold
I always thought the Subby was a bit over the top, but the Black Bay is right on the money. I don’t have any practical use for the Cartier, but for someone who needs the perfect watch for a formal dinner, yup. But as regards the DateJust - yes, it’s the archetypal Rolex, but by the same token it’s been copied so frequently it’s nearly corny, while there’s only one Explorer, so for a one-and-done, that’s what I’d go for.
But while I’m here: Omega was the official watch of the Royal Navy, which makes it the perfect watch for Bond. Furthermore, Princess Diana bought one for William - a 36 mm. 300 dive watch which he still wears, and which apparently isn’t made any more, so it may become a collector’s item. Given your military background, your knowledge of things Bond, and your respect for the Royals, I’m surprised that you’ve never added an Omega to your collection. If I ever win the lottery I’ll buy one ASAP. Heritage aside, they have more PIZZAZZ than either Omega or Cartier, at least to my way of thinking. Any thoughts? Maybe it just didn’t occur to you to think about the Constellation instead of the Cartier? The Constellation is GORGEOUS. It would have looked perfect on Macron’s wrist at the D-Day commemoration.
I would take an Explorer (40mm) or Explorer II over a Date Just any day of the week.
But given that this is a 36mm Explorer, I agree with the advice given, the 36 wears too small.
I agree with you on the datejust/explorer thoughts. What are your plans with the GMT and Submariner?
Static at the moment. The Pepsi will be moved on at some point, as I prefer the Rootbeer. My son loves the Sub, so it will stay and be passed on eventually. I haven’t worn a Rolex for a month now and really don’t have the desire to wear one at the moment. The overexposure of the brand has killed off my interest to be honest.
@@TheChapsGuide I have looked to build a collection around iconic watches (which I guess might easily be defined as those where you don’t need to name the brand - “Sub”, “Speedy”, “Reverso”) although perhaps this means the collection doesn’t have the ‘integrity’ of one that, say, focused on steel sports watches.
Hey Ash, what do you think of the 36mm Explorer 2-tone? That's one I really like the look of and it's one of the only Rolex models I have any interest in
If you like it, it's the perfect watch for you sir. Regardless of what others say!
I would sell the Santos, for a three watch collection if he want to have a datejust. Tudor as a beater, Explorer as a daily and datejust as a dressy.
If he wants to keep the Santos, sell the Explorer. Cheers from Brazil
Thanks
Thank you sir. Much appreciated
Tudor is okay, they make a good beater (mine's a BB58). Rolex is... well, it's Rolex. But Cartier is more jeweller than watchmaker, at least that's how it feels to me - I'd prefer spending that kind of money on a bit more horology, and a dress watch comes on a leather strap, in my book. But I too would release the Explorer from that collection, and for the reasons you gave. Since I got my Tudor (5 year back) I hardly wear my Explorer II and I'm considering moving it on.
I would get rid of the Cartier and Tudor. Make the explorer your EDC watch and the date just as your dress watch. IMO.
should i get a submariner 124060 for my 5.8inch wrist as i've always wanted one, or should i get a bb58 and a santos dumont in 2 tone?
feels like i wont be happy with the bb58 as the sub is always been the goal
Perhaps the BB54 may be a better fit for your wrist, or have you considered the Yachtmaster 37, bit great options for people with smaller dimensions.
@@TheChapsGuide yes I have considered both, but I prefer the aesthetics of the 58 over the 54, as for the yacht master it doesn’t come in black like the sub, hence considering a 58 and the dumont for the price of one submariner, but I already have a santos
I just go w a 10+ watch collection ….😂
At 2:36 - A Santié de Cartos??? Is that a new Ali Express clone?
I just buy whatever Ash buys.
That is a commendable strategy, and one which I personally intend to emulate in the years to come.
Indeed, it simplifies my affairs.
I’d love to, but I can’t afford it.
I would get rid of the Tudor: If you have a Rolex already you feel underdressed with a Tudor.
I had one incident: I had y Tudor on when I was running into an old friend on the street, He had a Patek and I had the Tudor. I felt that the Tudor was not representing me despite it was an excellent watch. Then I sold my Tudor. Because I had so many Rolex in my collection, I started to wear them also in casual situations.
Omega Speedmaster, Rolex Submariner No Date, Cartier Santos Medium
No pocket watch?
You have to try the old Explorer. I agree with you that the new reference is a small watch.
Since it entered the collection the 114270 has become indispensable and has made me consider reducing the collection considerably.
I also have a Sub, a DJ36 and an OP41.
Remember to add “for you’.
More holidays than Alan Wicker.
I disagree. But it depends on the DJ that you buy.
Option 1: DJ with fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet: sell the Cartier
Option 2: DJ with domed bezel and oyster bracelet: sell the Explorer, or better still, don’t buy the DJ.
Option 3: Don’t sell any, just save for a few more months.
The Explorer leaves me cold. I agree with your picks 💯 The BB54 is a perfect everyday beater.
And, most importantly, remember that perfectly acceptable quartz replacements are available from Aliexpress.
Not only will you save a fortune but they will be infinitely more accurate...
I disagree. I would let the Cartier go while there is a market for it.
1. Rolex is timeless. Cartier is retro. There will always be demand for Rolex. Cartier was dead for years but recently enjoyed a resurgence. Imo the clock is ticking on the Cartier resurgence, and it will be dead soon.
2. The Datejust can do double duty as a dress and every day piece. Cartier is mostly a dress piece.
3. Keeping the Explorer gives the collection a theme. It says, this gentleman likes the Rolex design language. But the DJ and Explorer are different enough to avoid overlap. Put another way, it is more harmonious to have 2 Rolex’s and a Tudor, than to have 3 different brands.
Cartier de santos or santos de Cartier? Or even sartier de cantos? 😂
Replace Tudor with omega..probably a neo vintage speedy from the early 90s
Only 3 watches what type of watch are you definitely not getting , for myself I would exclude a dress watch.
Field or aviator/ diver / rugged
In a watch "collection " excluded speciality complications I think the must have is a field/aviator above a diver
If money is the concern, it will have to be the Exp. He’s gonna take a beating on the others. If it’s diversity, then I’d vote to lose the Tudor. Nothing the Tudor can do as a sport watch that the Exp can’t.
Rolex Date Just 41 Blue, Black Bay 41 Burgundy, Grand Seiko Snowflake. Perfect three watch collection
Snowflake is a beautiful watch. Can watch that dial and sweeping spring drive hand all day
The Explorer was the watch you should be wearing in your camp not a Santos.
I ditched that old stager a few months ago. It has not been missed.
Tudor and Rolex in a 3 watch collection? I’d consider that pretty pointless but, to each their own sir.
I would let the Santos go if I really had to let go of one watch.
You'll regret letting the explorer go....why dont you hold on for a little, save some more cash and then get the DJ
No real tool watch or sports watch? No interesting collector classic? Nothing out of the mainstream? No pilot watch?
A rolex and a cheap Rolex in the collection....
Drop the Explorer, other than its "history" there's nothing special about it. My 3 watch would be Submariner date, Tank LC, then smartwatch Apple or Garmin. Thanks for the vid!
Your opinion..I'm afraid I don't agree with. The exp is visually stimulating without being overwhelming, the way the sun catches and dances around the dial is something to behold. Conservative, sleek, elegant....it's easy for a gentleman to appreciate this watch