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Grab a coffee as this is a long one. I got hands on with a the what's dubbed as the entry level or affordable Rolex. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm 114300. Although is Rolex doesn't cost as much as the other, it still packs one hell of a punch. If you're thinking of buying a Rolex Explorer 214270 then compare it to this Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm 114300. This Oyster Perpetual is cheaper!
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I have to say, despite not having a date function it's one of the nicest SARB033 homages I've seen.
tayf85 I see what you did there.
Lol
Haha, that's always one. ;)
My thoughts, precisely =D
Joke aside, I believe it's a beautiful simple watch
😂 yep agree. Actually just sold my sarb033 to stop being reminded
I agree it is the perhaps the best Rolex to get... Simple, no date so easy to set, and the stick hands for those whomdon't like the mercedes hands, 39mm is perfect for many people.
I love the Rolex crown at 12 O’clock
Still have my Oyster Perpetual from the 1970s. I like the simpler dial and overall design.
Just a mention on the Explorer which has been made practically perfect in its latest guise with the hand length corrected. It’s awesome value. I have the (ubiquitous... yeah yeah) Date Sub and the ability to change the bracelet length on the fly is very practical and something I use a lot. It’s interesting how your wrist expands slightly going from a freezing day into a warm room. The easy link extension on the Explorer is perfectly adequate. You only need to go up and down by a couple of mm in most cases unless you go skiing up a mountain for example or fly to a foreign beach over 30C. I’d say if you are torn over the pep 39 and the Explorer 39 go Explorer every time. It’s not much more cash and you’re getting a much cooler more practical product that will also hold or increase in resale potential over the coming years, especially if it’s a limited run and they discontinue its production for another iteration.
Honest review . " Their is no entry level rolex . It's a rolex " 👍
'There'
I keep trying to make the same darn point: “If you call them entry level maybe you don’t deserve one.” After all they have the same base movement as their other watches and who wants to announce they’re wearing a Rolex all over the place. I just want a handsome and reliable timepiece I feel good wearing!
Entry level only in price.
@Lucky Strike not the correct meaning. Entry level means as a starting point. This could be due to its simplicity but more importantly its availability new from an AD.
Hammal Amiri hi what’s an AD I keep seeing this around Rolex mentions thanks
I can remember looking at a new Rolex 5513 back in 1989 (I was 22 years old) and it was £695. Oh, how I wish I’d bought it!
A Speedy Professional was slightly more expensive. I may buy an Oyster Perpetual as my 25 year mortgage has finally come to an end. I bought an Omega Speedmaster Professional new 3 years ago and another decent watch would allow me to alternate a bit. Love your channel, by the way.
I bought a Air King in 1987 for 750 pound brand new.
I wonder what will be the price 20 years from now.
lol...my dad has 3 and to change the band on one 2 tone recently was about usd 2500......he said that was crazy since he paid about 1200 for thew watch back in the day. He ended up buying a non rolex band because he couldn't justify that price
I bought a house in 1986 for £30,000. Its worth around £210,000 today, a 7 times increase.
This has best looking dial of any Rolex, maybe even any watch. It is so elegant in it's simplicity. Your friend must be really happy with it. Loved the review as well.
I bought a Air king in about 1998 never let me down does lose time every few days but this was the basic, not the certified one now.. amazing
Send it in for service, or take it to a reputable master watch maker. If you go to Rolex, put a note in it to not replace the original parts. Like the hands,the face,the "glass",etc.,or you could make an expensive mistake.
Your friend is right - that old Air King looks roughly 6 million times better than the new model. The new Oyster Perpetual is a nice addition too - I have relatively small wrists but I still doubt I could pull off a 34mm watch.
Rolex's best watches are simple and refined. Two tone datejusts and gold subs are really not my taste and are responsible for the mixed feelings many watch lovers have about Rolex - ie. people will think "does that person love watches or are they just posturing?".
If (when, haha) I get a Rolex it will be a vintage Datejust, Explorer 1 or maybe even one of these but I think I'm leaning towards the Explorer. It's subtle which I like.
(One gripe - I wouldn't describe Sinn as entry level).
Punches way above it's class... Personally appeals more to me than the Explorer
G1234 X the fact is that the Exp1 has a personality of it’s own while this one.. Besides being pretty.. Not that much in my opinion. But it’s personal taste. Have a nice day
The domed bezel isn't as nice as the explorers flat in real life
I prefer the Explorer. However, I do love them both.
Right? It punches at the Seiko Sarb level.
The OP is the real first Rolex up Everest (not the explorer). Makes it even cooler imho :)
Daniel Adrian no one gives a single s**
@@machaineyoutubeaxel Consider the entire Explorer following is built on summiting Everest, I'd say a lot of people give a shit
Residential Leasing you’re barking up the wrong tree buddy, i’m not making this an OP vs Explorer comment. Read more carefully.
And actually, not that i was arguing this to begin with, but since you bring it up: it’s not the same watch. The clasp on the Explorer is better for a sports watch, the bezel is flat and more popular, and the dial is more legible with the hands & 3-6-9. Speaking of 3-6-9, it’s also the more iconic watch, despite what “technically” happened all those years ago when Everest was summited. OP is to the Explorer, what the Fifty Fathoms is to the Submariner. Wasn’t the one that did the deed, but it’s the one that’s the icon. That’s very important to Rolex fans, don’t act like it isn’t, now that we’re comparing internally.
@@rousseau327 yup, the OP is intact THE original Rolex sports watch - hence the name; Oyster case + perpetual rotor = Oyster perpetual, in which every other Rolex model bases its name. So under rated... I actually find the Explorer a bit over rated. So much so I sold my 214270 last month.:D
I’ve got a 34mm silver dial with Arab quarters! Not a day goes by without me admiring its beauty and yet its still not too loud!
I would agree, it's not fussy but looks great on the wrist. I love my 114300
5:59 "I'm not gonna say affordable" * looks at title *
As you mentioned Rolex got back on track with this one. Would love one of these but can't justify it. My Tudor BB 36mm (Not as prestigous granted) is filling that space at the moment.
Is the bb36 still scratching the itch
This watch makes justifying the purchase of an Explorer so much more difficult. Not that I wouldn’t get an Explorer, it just makes buying an Explorer so much more difficult. What an absolute beauty. Excellent review! You hit it on the nail with your argument.
The oyster has more dress appeal.
I agree that the Oyster is a bit more dressy. Would look very nice if you are wearing a suit.
Think the black and white dial 39mm from Baselworld 2018 are the best values in Rolex now; they're the OP's for grown ups.
I totally agree. Rolex lost it a bit with their over hyped Pepsi, but have won me over a little with these OPs.
Clyve Watch-Wrangler No, they aren't. The best value Rolex is the sky-dweller, because it's the only one(besides the YM2) that isn't replicated well. The OP is on the RWG list of super reps, meaning a fake 400 dollar watch is practically identical to the 5000 dollar real one.
Well, my opinion is that if you want a Rolex, buy a really nice fake superfranken(a term for a watch with some fake parts but also many real parts that is literally indistinguishable from the real thing for ~1/4 of the price), or get a Sky-Dweller.
Thats right guys, it's an amazing piece. Why is it considered less sporty than the Airking or Milgaus? It has a better movement. So why pay more for the other models, for the clasp and dial? Forget it. This is the perfect everyday all around watch. Entry level? Nope. It's a Rolex and its beautifully designed and esthetically pleasing. 39mm is a perfect modern size.
@gmansplit buying a relatively cheap replica is one thing (sub 500) but I never understood franken watches other than for the purposes of tinkering and modding. With Gen parts you ending up spending a lot of money and at the end of the day it’s still fake. I’d much rather save up and buy the real deal. much more classy to go buy a seiko or other ‘entry’ level brand with history #fakewatchesforfakepeople
Dude, couldn't agree more. Awesome video Adrian.
Cheers Alex. 🍻
Just bought a 36mm silver face.. my first ever Rolex.. I'm so happy with it! Cant believe iv actually got one. Worked hard for it!
good for you
Thanks for this review.
What I like about this is that it is one of the more appropriately "least expensive" new Rolex and it is the perhaps the bare essence of Rolex in the most understated and underrated fashion. I like the fact it is also one of the least mainstream watches so it is actually something different from the mass collected Rolexes.
I REALLY like the new monochromatic colors for the 39 OP. I personally would want the white dial version. I'm not sure if I would go 36mm or 39mm. I am leaning towards the 39mm, but would like to see how the 36mm fits and wears on my 6.875" wrist.
I can see this being my one and only watch for a long time. I inherited my father's Rolex 6426 and it was his one and only watch basically forever.
As such, I really want the new white dial OP, but then again the 6426 is basically the same watch in original 34mm vintage manual wind fashion. So, IDK? Do I need one? Would it be doubling up in the same basic watch design?
Damn you! Now I really want one!
There's something cool about going after what I would consider to be an underdog in the Rolex catalog. Although having more prestigious backstory and iconism is great, this OP line of watches doesn't need to ride on its own laurels, fame or mainstream popularity to be very nice watch to own. It is a pure Rolex in quality and design that does all a watch really needs to do.
Fyi, the only "colorful" version I liked most was the Grey ish rhodium dial version with the light blue pips. Most subtle but the color combination and small highlights were nice and tasteful. I'd still go with one of these newer monochromatic versions, though.
I have the entry level Rolls Royce !!!
Agreed. It’s like saying entry level Bentley or Rolls Royce. No such thing.
Ehh, more like entry level Audi or Benz... Bentley or RR in the watch world is Patek and VC.
Nah rolex is more like bmw . Almost everyone can afford an entry level one . Patek is rolls royce .
Tried on the 34mm OP recently--can't recommend enough. Wears quite large for its size, very similar to a vintage 36mm Datejust. 19mm lug width and larger lugs help quite a bit. Extremely handsome watch, especially in the soft white color.
This is my favourite Rolex regardless of price! Mind you I do like the black face with red hour dots! It’s a classic design but the splash of colour just sets it off for me!
WOW I was looking up videos on the OP on CZcams a few days ago but didn't find good quality videos and I was wishing the main watch CZcamsrs like you would make a video on it
Thank you Adrian for some how knowing that this is the video I've been looking for!
I tried on a couple of Aqua Terra’s but as soon as I saw the Oyster Perpetual I went straight in and bought it. It was a cancelled order. Mine is “fun” blue and I love how understated it is. Great accuracy, great quality and finish, no regrets.
Such an elegantly simple watch. This is Rolex at its understated best and a really carefully crafted video too. This channel deserves a lot more subscribers!
How things change in 3 years. The one constant is that you've always been very upfront about being a Rolex fanboy. That puts you in a unique position of seeing all the good points while being able to admit the bad. I'm on a waitlist for an OP 41 with a yellow dial. I check in every 6 weeks or so, but I know it's going to be a waiting game. Despite being primarily an Omega collector, it's what I want and since it's a want not need... I wait.
Thanks for watching Tom. And I’m completely with you in the thought of “it’s a want” so I can wait. 👍🏻
Amazingly understated but beautiful watch. Very versatile. You cannot go wrong. An instant classic very reminiscent of the Oyster Perpetuals of the 1960s.
I agree. I think Rolex has executed this one perfectly.
Credit where credit is due, and I think that even though this video is almost 15 minutes long, you managed to keep it interesting and fast paced. I see some watch channels making videos that could be cut a lot shorter due to rambling about uninteresting things. Not to name drop but *cough* the urban gentry *cough*
Yeah half the time that dudes talking a load of absolute shite about random movies
From a pure design point-of-view, I think the OP trumps a lot of the other Rolex offerings. It has a similar form to the Datejust but the symmetry it lacks - the same thing that makes the Sub no-date better than the date.
I disagree on the coloured hour markers on the pre-existing versions. The bright red and signal green aren’t my thing, but I’m sure they work for other people and personally I think the light blue on the grey works very well.
Good video - thanks.
My favorite Rolex. "Not messing about" sums it up... Beautiful proportions, form follows function, and a purity of purpose. It's a toss up between the white and black dial, but these are killer pieces.
It is a great watch, very in tradition with what Rolex was originally-a solid, very well made, understated item, much like pre 1990s Mercedes Benz. That is a watch you could buy and wear for a very long time then pass to your son as his first great watch. In the US in the mid 60s the Lincoln Continental was a very fine car and their ads often had the tag line of "Understated elegance is a Lincoln Continental". I think this Rolex fits that well. Thanks for the vid.
nice video. its the best looking Rolex in my opinion. i have the Blue faced one and admire it every time i look at it.
I may pick this up as my second Rolex. Its simple and not over the top. I can casually wear this everyday.
The Air King was my first luxury watch purchase in 1998. Twenty years later and a lot of watches bought and sold again I have an Air King. Obviously I am in the camp that likes this watch, I think the the dial design with the numbers and dash of color makes it look great. The Oyster 39 looks like a great watch but the AirKing is not that much more expensive and should be considered for a first Rolex purchase. Really like your videos. relaxed feel to the video and insightful comments and opinions
I have a "old" Rolex 1501 OPD from 1972 with a solid oyster bracelet and an engine turned bezel. I am really happy with that one.
That's what you could call understated quality.
When I retired, I received a package, a gift from my brother. It was. Oyster Perpetual. I wear it every day. I love it. I don’t want to wear any other watches.
Nice review however, why not opt for the 36mm OP with 3,6,9 dial? It's cheaper than the 39mm OP and looks nicer with the 3,6,9 Arabic numerals!
I ve got mine. Pretty happy with it. But when i can afford again, will consider upgrade to datejust 41
I've just bought an OP39, Rhodium dial.
Perfect watch to tell the time. I find it more beautiful than any of the Rolex sports watches. There is beauty in the simplicity of its design.
Have watched this video 3 times in as many days. Looking forward to purchase my first Rolex. Went in loving the Explorer I, but the more I see the OP39 in black the more I love it. The price is the icing on the cake. Thanks for the video!
I think they should put bright pink pips around the dial.
Give it some flair.
It's beautiful. I have the Explorer 39mm which I love. I would head for this watch and at the last second would buy the Explorer...History that 3,6,9 dial and the fact that I would be keeping the watch for the long game. I would always be looking at the OP and wishing I had got the 39. E. That's just me. The OP is a fabulous piece though. NO ROLEX IS EVER ENTRY LEVEL AND THAT OP IS PURE CLASS. Stainless sports watches from Rolex are the epitome of a refined sporter for every day of your life ,for all your life, best-reserved for hard work working humans who have earned a nice, dare I say it , a magical machine as a constant life companion. Done.
Great video Adrian! And congrats on 15k
I would have had a hard time to decide between the new black OP and my rhodium dial OP. Perfect every day watch.
Claus-L. Müller rhodium is better more to give than the plain black
Got my Rhodium, due to the sunburst effect, it is sometimes silver, black and grey depending on the angle at which light falls on the dial ! It’s watch porn !
I definitely agree, a 5400€ watch can never be seen as an “entry” thing. Many of us are watch enthusiasts, but perspective must never be lost.
Great review, great channel, with a simple an authentic philosophy, about pure essence of watch making.
Nice, but I think the Explorer is a better value proposition. Try and get some face time with Bremont - they're opening a new store in CW and I'd like to see the Supermarine
Last week I got one, it's full of quality. If you don't own one, you will never know what is Rolex.
“This is more expensive than a Speedmaster - that’s not an entry-level watch...!”
Brilliant.
I love my Omegas as well, and you’re absolutely spot on with this analogy. Keep the great content coming, sir.
Thank you very much for a great review, the OP is a nice classic watch and I like the black dial. One important point to be aware of, if you purchase a watch or Rolex Tax Free at the UK Airport when flying outside the EU (would be TAX free price), you would need to declare the watch and pay back the 20% TAX when returning back to the UK, so this means no TAX free savings.
I agree with you and find the term 'entry level' quite condescending. Same goes for those "Bought my first 'real' watch" comments that suggest anything less than £XXXX isn't a real watch. One man's entry level watch is another man's collection. For the price of the Rolex OP, I could have a Tudor Black Bay 36, a Monta Triumph and a Sinn 556i, some of which come with excellent finishes, date wheels and adjustable clasps. At the true entry level end, e.g. Seiko, Hamilton, Steinhart, Christopher Ward, Archimede, Maen, Lorier, etc I could have a whole plethora of watches for the price of the entry level Rolex.
B & J: Nice review! The watch here is an homage to the original Rolex they produced when they first came out with the Oyster cased Perpetual movement in the 1930's, period. This is the one! This is the only one that captures the essence that made the Rolex brand Rolex. Make no mistake. If you want a Rolex in all it's former glory this is the only one you need to buy. This would have been the main Rolex watch that so many POW's in WWII (while still in prison camps) received from Rolex when Hans Wildorf decided to give credit to (until their release and back on their feet), without knowing if Rolex would ever receive a dime back after the war. All the other Rolex models should bow down and and pay homage to this great model from Rolex.
Bought one the other day, and I just can't stop staring at it. Movement is superb, and aesthetics second to none. It's really a great watch. Your video helped me decide to get this, thanks.
Example of the word "Oxymoron" = Affordable Rolex :)
I was looking for a review on a Black dial 114300 model. A channel called JazTime small demonstration/review videos on all of the dial variants of this watch. Another one called "Bear Cooney Watches" has a brilliant review on the white version.
This is a beautiful watch. The white indices on the black dial provide much more visibility than on the white dial. This is a perfect example to mention on forum threads with topics such as "If you could have only one watch". A timeless classic design (without any stupid colours).
I know I am not a big fan of the Rolex explorer 369, I know you love it, but I do really like this. Not the obligatory diver but beautiful on stainless steel. You are right the different colors they tried to add also ruin those for me , but your buddy hit the jackpot with this one for me, as it is a great watch!
I like the OP better than the Explorer and one major reason is I like my crown in white gold (or any other material) at the 12 o'clock position and not a triangle.
I live in Berlin ... Actually the Explorer 39mm is in all the display cases, but the black Oyster Perpetual 39mm is hard to find, sold out everywhere.
Another nice watch that sits under the radar. Looks like a Seiko on the wrist to keep attention away- and I mean that in a good way. Also gives you the 36mm option if that’s your preference.
I've got the black dial version (the one shown in the video, great video BTW), and honestly that's is one of the main reasons I like it so much: doesn't grab unwanted attention and I can wear it to work, yet if you pay a closer look it's a Rolex and a very high quality piece. Love it, what can I say.
Why not just buy a Seiko?
@@eyeeyeoh because if you can afford one every man needs a Rolex at least once in their life
Jarrod Lee What are you talking about? Every man? Probably less than 1% of global male population can afford ANY new Swiss watch. Within this 1% you guys are free to afford anything. You are also welcome to help those who were not as fortunate.
@@eyeeyeoh I can and im not rich. Baker by trade could pay cash tomorrow. Am 43 and single though
Brand new subscriber. I have to agree with you Adrian. It's a Rolex! I think it's absolutely beautiful. I've only been collecting for three weeks now and have eleven watches so far. As a regular working guy (I'm an electrician) I'm not in a position yet to buy a really nice watch.... yet. I just got my Seiko SNLK23 and love it but it is one of my dream watches to one day own a Datejust Rolex or possibly one of these Oyster Perpetuals. Thank you for sharing. I really enjoyed it.
Hey buddy, thanks so much for subscribing and I’m so glad you liked the video.
Good work with the Seiko, I have 2 very similar 👍🏻
This OP has made my love rolex again. They annoyed me with their sports models being too luxury, but this OP is awesome.
Agree with all your points. Beautiful, understated...will last a lifetime. Maybe 'attainable' is a better term than affordable.
I agree with you. There are no "affordable" or "entry level" Rolexes. There are models that are less blingy but thats not the same thing. I have a Tudor North Flag and many people call it the "poor man's Rolex" I couldn't disagree more. Made as well as a Rolex by any reasonable definition and although they share "DNA" with Rolex, they have their own unique thing going on. Just my few thoughts cool video.
Bit late to the party on this video!!!! But I've been looking at Explorers and watched your other vids on them and you mentioned the OP with the 3,6,9 dial. Thought process....new OP with 3,6,9 V 14270, at least 20 years old now. I'm 54, want my watches to go to my kids, so a new watch now will be at least 20 (hopefully more) years old when they get it, a 14270 will be 40 years old, at least. They've got to then maintain it and hopefully pass it on. My kids are a teacher, a Police officer, a sports therapist and a kitchen designer, amazing jobs, but not Rolex maintenance jobs!.So, you got me thinking, and I love the idea of the new OP with the 3,6,9...another great vid, cheers, will be after some of your straps in the near future...Bear
I'm happy to see your chanel growing !
Thanks buddy.
love the simplicity of this watch
No one says it better Adrian. Love the review. Had mine 2yrs, still love it: understated, solid, pure. Rolex.
Watch goal for me this one, another step up the ladder, just a matter of time.
This is Rolex. They started as reliable well built watches. Style was added later to compete, and flash was added for the show off. I like reliable and well built always. Great video 👍
The OP is a great watch for someone that wants a great all around watch. It's the perfect one watch collection. Personally, I'd happily pony up the extra cash for the Explorer. Great video as always.
Dark rhodium one is my favourite.
Got my Rhodium, due to the sunburst effect, it is sometimes silver, black and grey depending on the angle at which light falls on the dial ! It’s watch porn !
The dial is more balanced than the Exp1. Instead of triangle + crown logo + Rolex at 12 o'clock, it *uses* the 5-point crown *as* the 12 marker, then matches 2 lines of text above, 2 lines below the handset. Wish it had the easy-link clasp, then it would totally rock.
Love this watch! Saving up my money - I really like the white dial version of this OP.
No date... Love it... Plein and simple...
I tried on today the new date just 41 Wimbledon, astonishing model! But surprisingly it had the same "cheap" bracelet clasp as this oyster perpetual in this video, however the price tag was 11k euro
I love this watch and it's on my list of must have. I love how simplistic, and clean it is.
Thank you so much for making this video. I have actually purchased the same watch and just took it home today. Absolutely in love with it.
Congrats Joe. It’s an awesome watch. 👍🏻
Hi, great video... again.
I agree with the things you say, and personally I really don't like the expression 'entry level'. To me that sounds like you should aspire to buy more expensive pieces in the future... which to me shouldn't be a goal in itself.
I started out with buying a Rolex Submariner 116610LN, but then found out that I also wanted a Rolex that would fly under the radar. I liked the Explorer, but thought that the dial looked too much like the Submariner with the triangle at twelve o'clock and the Mercedes hands. Also I really would like a blue dial, so I decided on the Oyster Perpetual 116000, 36 mm with the blue dial, which also has the 3, 6 and 9.
I love it and there is absolutely no reason to call it an entry level piece... The quality is just as good as the Submariner.
Excellent point about the different bezels (domes vs flat angled) between the OP and the Explorer 1. I never noticed that until you pointed it out, and now I can not unsee it.
Better than the day date for the symmetry and no cyst on the glass. It's a work of art
Orchams razor. Everything is stripped and leaves the important things
Blue dial looks best.
I ended up with the
Blue one but I now
Think that all 5 variations
Are great.
Thanks for your reply - I was referring to the OP in my question.
I went into my AD today. Was quoted a year wait list for a black dial 39mm, assuming I paid a £500 deposit today.
I look in their window a lot, seen Explorer 1 in there twice, seen Tudor GMT twice, never seen a 39mm black dial OP
In this age I'd say its the best Rolex out there. Subtle expressions of quality say more than bling.
The version for men (41mm) of the OP looks very good.
I have the Rolex OP 39 Am and it is a beautiful watch. I bought thus one because I didn't want to pay for rotating bezel that I will not use. I like my watches clean lines not full of gimmicks
Beautiful and minimalistic watch!!!
I own the rhodium dial OP and feel it has something extra compared to these. Yes it may be because I am younger (which is clearly the target audience), but having handled the new OPs in black and white, I found them to be a bit lackluster compared to mine. It may just be the sunburst on my dial but great watch!
I agree, the rhodium sunburst is gorgeous - and I like the gleam of the non-lumed hour markers!
The blue one hooked me.
Black and white seem a
Bit staid.
It's my favorite Rolex
I wear a Submariner or my Gold President every day and they are worth every penny for the pure joy they bring me.
I like that one a lot. I would in no way consider that one a entry level or cheaper Rolex. Classy watch that will provide decades of satisfaction to you and one day your family when you are gone. If the stock market perform I will get a Sea Dweller or a OP.
Agree 100%. I think we should ignore such silly statements. This is the least expensive Rolex and thats the only way to put it.
I am really happy with my new 39mm Explorer and still prefer it to this new OP which is a fine watch. To me they are very similar, else the OP would have been my second Rolex down the line.
I am so glad Rolex offers this as an option to people to get the Rolex experience. It is a such a satisfying feeling to wear a Rolex - a well made watch that does the job day in day out for years and years!
Agree with you almost 100%, but if we agree that "entry level" is not a synonym for "cheap" (or "poor man's watch"), so it is actually an entry-level watch WITHIN Rolex range. I mean, a Porsche Boxster actually is the entry-level car in Porsche's world. No matter how much money it is still worth. A 6-million-pound yacht it is still an entry-level "boat" if it turns out that that one is the cheapest boat in that super expensive yachts brand's range. Entry-level does not mean "cheap" or "un-expensive", it just means that the first price at the base of that range's pyramid. I know that most of the people give "entry-level" a negative connotation... but it shouldn't work this way. This entry-level Rolex (within their range of watches) is totally not a watch to enter the magic world of watches, because it actually costs a fortune to most of us. So it's not an entry-level watch in general. But it is in Rolex range ('cause it's still the cheapest).
Must say i prefer the OP.really like the logo at 12 o’clock😎🇬🇧
I own the OP 39mm with Rhodium dial. It's gorgeous.
Carlo best version.
Got my Rhodium, due to the sunburst effect, it is sometimes silver, black and grey depending on the angle at which light falls on the dial ! It’s watch porn !
I have the blue face. It was between the blue and black face. I love the blue which works well with the steel..I wish it had batons at everyday 10 like the black face.
I agree 100% on this. Rolex does not equate with affordable.
Well said my friend . There is no such nthing as an entry level Rolex . You were spot on about the true entry level watches.
"Highly likely that this will be hanging in the shop window"? Excuse me... none of the 7 Rolex ADs in my city have any in stock