The Rolex Submariner In 2023 - Complete Review & What You Need To Consider Before You Buy
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In this video, I'll share my detailed thoughts on the modern Rolex Submariner. Using a 126610LV as an example, we'll talk about the Submariner's impressive history juxtaposed against the watch's unparalleled hype in 2023. What do you guys think of the Rolex Submariner in modern times?
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0:00 - Intro
2:37 - Fit & Dimensions
4:11 - Bracelet
5:24 - Case Architecture
6:26 - Crystal & Dial
8:04 - Movement
9:12 - Closing Thoughts & Should You Buy This Watch? - Jak na to + styl
I have always admired Rolex from afar. I will never be able to afford one, but that doesn't make me angry or hate anyone who can. Buy what you like and can afford. Same goes with cars, boats, homes, etc.
The people who always say they will never be able to afford one end up being able to afford one in the future.
You will get there one day. Whether it be 40 years old or 70.
Why not? You can do it if you put your mind too it.
Just buy a watch you can wear, & won't get mugged for - its just a timepiece, after all?!!
Well, on a long enough timeline, any goal can be achieved? What’s yours?
I just got my Sub yesterday. Unequivocally, the best watch I’ve ever owned! Fits amazing, looks amazing and a lifelong dream of owning one! :)
I have an LN and absolutely love it. I’ve owned 2 prior iterations of black sub dates over the years and feel this does very well. You just can’t go wrong with a simple black submariner date. It’s basic yet robust! A permanent member of my collection.
I can't stop wearing mine. The other watches are neglected.
@@PapriceP Same. It goes with everything and I love the glidelock. I think my datejust on a jubilee looks nicer, but it's not my daily driver.
@@dzr7709 rolex should put a shorter version of the glide lock on all of their clasps! I hope Tudor adds the T Fit feom the Pelagos 39 to the BB 58 models too
I just put a deposit on one.
2023 11k gbp going to pick up this week! My first
Used to have 5digit and first super case ceramic. This one is keeper
I’ve loved the sub all my life. My grandfather used to repair them for clients. So was smitten as a young kid watching him work on them. A timeless classic.
I never really understood the hype behind the submariner until I tried one on the other day. Is it a bit overpriced? Yes. But would I buy one if my AD offered me one right now? Also yes.
It's not overpriced at retail
@timcarlstrand5890 Whether or not the watch is overpriced at retail is debatable, but it is certainly overpriced on the grey market.
@@timcarlstrand5890i’d say yes, it’s overpriced. But so are many other things that we’d still buy. It’s not so overpriced that i wouldn’t buty it (and this is a bit contradictory) that i would say it’s not worth it. IMO the adequate price would be 5-8 thousand and not 9.5k
@@timcarlstrand5890 even at retail it's overpriced for what an essentially is a watch produced by machines, it costs $2-4k to produce most Rolex
@@timcarlstrand5890yes it is… 12k usd retail for a sub is crazy money
How would anyone hate this iconic watch is beyond my understanding.
Because it’s not exclusive. It’s a super pop model that pretends to be luxurious and exclusive, while it is certainly not. It doesn’t mean it is a bad watch.
Simply, it is meh… I don’t see anything extraordinary with it. I would want one in titanium, black dial but with a navy blue bezel.
No. It’s amazing. If you owned it. You whoukd know.
@@BOOGIEBRAT1 that only means you never held another luxury watch in that price segment or above
Their whole AD distribution/grey market price hiking is really annoying...I can't imagine having to go in and beg someone for a year to pay 10-12k for a wrist watch...It is basically the same reason why Jay Leno says he will never buy a Ferrari...You basically have to beg them for the pleasure to get to spend obscene amounts of money on their product....
Yeah, 10-12k just to tell the time lol. There are many quality options under 100$.
@@justboostit9508or get a superclone
Another fantastic review, thanks Teddy. On a side note, would you be open to doing a review of Bremont watches? In particular the MB II model, great boutique watchmakers and great history behind the MB.
My Rolex Oyster Precision ( manual wind) had solid links in the bracelet the same as the current models, I bought mine in 1982! So the fold and clasp links were earlier.
I love the sub and I’m a watch nerd. You need to recognize greatness when it’s there.
I got my hands on the updated green submariner for 2023 last month from my Rolex Boutique (I have a few videos on my channel about it if anyone is curious). I love this watch. It quickly became my favorite watch in my collection. I also love the new green bezel. This is a fantastic video, as always.
Nice just hit the same watch
Great take. Hard to avoid the hype, but not fall prey to the anti-hype hate either! Hype aside, the Sub is a great watch, no doubt. The current ref is the best tool diver yet, but the most expensive; the least dress versatile, yet the most luxurious. Odd paradoxes. Also, for all the clasp and bracelet get a lot of love (and they are exceptionally well made) the large amount of adjustment is included to fit over a wetsuit, but it won't fit over a wetsuit if you've used the micro adjust to get the fit. It needs independent adjustment. Half link helps, but not perfect.
yep I think some people forget that not letting your opinions be dictated by hype also means not hating on something just because it's "overhyped" or what have you. Not that there aren't many reasonable gripes people can have with rolex, just there's definitely a lot of sentiment which resembles the former.
Great review and spot on. My LV is the best watch in my collection and the one that gets noticed the most often. It is a fantastic watch.
Do you fancy doing a video on vintage rolex buying guide?
Thanks 🙏🏻
I enjoyed this video Teddy after thinking I've seen every video possible about subs. I do have a question about another Rollie, will we ever get an option for an oysterflex on an Explorer II ? I think that would be great pairing. Thanks
Nobody knows. But so far the oysterflex has only come on precious metal watches, for what it’s worth.
The Submariner deserves the respect simply because all other watch brands have tried to replicate it one way or another. I’m a Grand Seiko fan, but I won’t buy their diver watch because it feels too much like a knockoff of the Submariner. I’d rather strive for the real thing.
But the Submariner is replicated of the Fifty Fathoms. It's simply marketing. That being said, it is a good watch. (I own a Cermit) My preference is the Seamaster. But that's a personal choice.
For 12.1k you’ll be better off paying a little bit more for a Fifty Fathoms. And If you don’t want to spend that much money, go buy a SMP300 for half the price.
What can you say....the Sub is the single most iconic watch in the history of watch making.
No way, speedmaster is a much more iconic watch. Yeah submariner became the archetype of a modern diver watch but because of that there are thousands of models that look very similar to it. Meanwhile you can recognize a speedmaster from a mile away and there is not a single watch that manages to imitate it.
@@januszbujnowski5870 Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery and recognition. Like it or not, the Sub is the archetype by which all other dive watches are measured and instantly recognizable...for more than a Speedmaster. My mother knows what a Rolex Sub is. No one is trying to immitate the Speedmaster, which speaks volumes. Omega and Swatch have dialuted the Speedmaster to such an extent over the years, I don't think anyone takes it seriously anymore.
@@januszbujnowski5870ask anyone who don’t know much about watches to name brand watches, omega never comes out.
SpeedMaster you can buy at AD and with discount. Sub, a lot harder to buy at retail if you can get one. I would think iconic is harder to obtain.
@@johnt2694 huh being iconic doesn't have anything to do with being hard to get. Exclusive, that's the word you're looking for. McDonald's and Coca cola logos are iconic but their products are extremely easy to get 😉
I feel like the timing of this video is so perfect. I am currently waiting for the call for my very own submariner. Purchased a DJ41 3 months ago. Fingers crossed it happens sooner rather than later 😅
I think if Rolex really tried.... they could get a little more text on the dial...
They did, but they called it a Tudor Pelagos. And I own and like them both.
😂
There is too much text already, why is it all not engraved on the back.
😂😂😂
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Great episode. I own a Supercase Sub that I bought 7 years ago and I have literally never taken it off. It’s the most comfortable watch that I own.
Sounds like it might be worth taking it off briefly to wash your wrist mate ;)
Jokes aside, congratulations on scoring such an awesome timepiece
I've got a pair of undies like that.
iconic design of course, a bit too big for my 6inch wrists, althougth that generous glidelock system would make it fit. As you said, I totally agree, for the retail price, they are fantastic luxury watches. But given the demand, the pre-owned market prices, and the terrible AD buying experience, I would never buy one unless I had masses of disposable income. The swiss luxury watches I hope I can attain in the future is that from brands such as omega, breitling and even tudor. I feel like tudor is becoming what rolex once was.
I would be happy with a Black Sub-Date (at retail) for the rest of my life.
I just paid over retail, fuck it. Wear it every day and love it. Yolo
@@beerkegaard I just don't like to pay over retail. It's just the principle of the thing...
I just got mine yesterday at retail price. Shame on dealers selling them at a markup!
@@stevelucero7922 Did you have to buy a few other models before getting the Submariner?
I watch this video with such attention like i can afford one
A beautiful watch. Aesthetics and quality. The aura of success? Thank you Teddy!
I went for a 116900. Good size, pop of colour, added heft due to the Faraday cage, and the case is a much nicer shape than subs imo but it's still a sports professional model
What size?
They're 40mm
@@tungstentickler nice...whats a nice gold rolex model? i dont like the fluted top
Hello Teddy, let me tell you first that I just found your page and I love it completely, already subscriber. I just bought a big bold irony from swatch, they just released but I just noticed that there is no review of this model anywhere on CZcams. Could you make a video of it as a review??
I've got a Hulk - it's an awesome watch; looks beyond incredible on a CNS premium green nato strap
Can someone please explain why the power reserve being longer is important on something that’s not super complicated to reset (like a perpetual calendar)? The way I see it, a lower power reserve means my watch spends less time ticking (and slowly wearing down it’s internals) when I’m not wearing it. Isn’t that a good thing?
Absolutely love this watch and, fullly understanding the waiting game have the batman, believe I'm close to getting one.
Love your channel Teddy.
Cheers from Boston
Hi Teddy! Big fan, been watching your videos for years. I was wondering why you haven’t reviewed any Yema Watches considering the history and great value for dollar. Would love to get your take!
Tedddyyyy we are waiting for the Longines hydroconquest GMT review please!
It was my grail watch. It started my love for Rolex. I got one, but eventually I didn't feel the love anymore. Eventually, I sold it and got a Deepsea instead. That one will stay with me forever I hope.
The sub is the ultimate icon
14060M 2 lines ! The best sub ! ❤
Love it - still prefer the new Deepsea blue 136660 - more interesting I would say
I seriously want this watch more than any other Rolex!
I own a 2019 SubC and I love the super case design. I find the Tudor BB58 to more properly represent the vintage submariner esthetic and design. It’s also an outstanding value.
When you decide to grow up and stop playing with Tin-can Sport Rolex models; you will find that all roads lead back to the Rolex Daydate. There is no feeling in the world like precious metal Rolex on a real man’s wrist. Stay thirsty my friends,
@@VmanStudioz no argument there - I love the DD40 in solid yellow gold - its epic. I just don't have the budget for it! One day!
@@BLR653 🙏🏼⌚️
@VmanStudioz spoken like a true loser - inadequate man 😂
@@VmanStudiozI totally agree! I received my first Rolex Datejust jn 1986, as a college graduation present. I wore it almost daily for decades. Since then I have bought several watches from Seiko, Omega, and Breitling, and like each of them for different reasons, but my sentimental favorite is still my nearly 40 year old Rolex. I retired a couple of years ago and treated myself to a Rolex Presidential. While I love the watch, I live in an inner city, and hesitate to wear it out in public because of it’s value, and how much crime is in my city, so it spends most of its time in my safe:-(
I think it's definitely worth its $10k asking price IF you can ever get one at msrp. But with Rolex CPO charging well above used and grey market prices, I've lost interest.
The way the Rolex AD treat their customer, I've lost interest too.
Got my Sub after 18 month waiting list for retail price, absolutely love it!
Did they make you buy something else before?
@@MrCentrax No, they didn't even ask.
i just bought the VSF k25 7gj no date sub (114060). Great watch for a fraction of the price .
I really like your intro. Beautiful shot.
Got the call from my AD after 11 months. Happy owner at retail msrp
My wife is a proud owner and loves this watch like crazy. Believe it or not, It was purchased from an AD this summer at retail and was offered in three days after our first visit. Good AD'S still exist....BUT one in a million.
Take your wife to buy lottery tickets next 😅
Nobody ever tells us about AR coatings on a Sub. Yet for every other watch seems to be very important to mention.
I think the same stock video is used 10-12 times. I wish you could get your hands on the watch for reviews.
I'm on the list for no date sub, let's hope I get it soon
Really wish they'd go back to the old size, 40mm non-Maxi case. Or do what Tudor does, make a 39mm Sub and a 41mm Sub. I'd camp out for the former!
I would want a Smurf (if i could afford it) because i love blue and love the weight of the gold case and bracelet
Stunning
I’ve got a Submariner and GMT Master II that I bought from an AD from the window in the shop and managed to get a discount. How times have changed.
And how many years ago was that if I may ask?
In 1998, I bought my first Sub for $2750, and that was with a 20% discount...I'd walked in to buy a used one they'd had on display, saw it wasn't there, and turned around to leave. The owner caught me before I got to the door and asked me what I was looking for...after I told him, he said, "I've got five new ones in stock and it's almost Christmas, let me see what I can do." Wore it hard for over 15 years before it gave up the ghost and I traded it for a GMT...got $2850 for trade-in value. How times have changed.
@@wda-59-14 That’s my birth year! Indeed, this sounds incredible!
Wish you goodness ahead.
Best.
17 years for the Sub, 7 years for the GMT. I think I got the Sub for about £2000 and the GMT for £5700 (got a free Rolex wallet with it too).
@@mickyday2008 In 2023, a free Rolex sounds impossible!
I decided that I wanted to get a luxury watch to celebrate some work milestones and holy cow I’ve gone down the rabbit hole on watches. I had no clue there was such a following. Likely only able to get the wife to approve one purchase so I’m leaning towards the submariner over the Omega moon watch and aqua terra. Now I just want them all! Also, being new to this I’m blown away that you can’t just walk into an AD and buy a watch. You would think the price alone would make it exclusive enough. I didn’t know you also had to sell yourself to the AD in order to have the option to buy one.
maybe go trusted grey market. 3-5k premium but still well worth it in the long run. Rolex datejusts from the 1990s are still selling for 4-7k. A sub holds value even higher. Good luck!
It’s a wonderful hobby, but just pace yourself and don’t forget to enjoy what you already have,
Update: After 4 months I was offered a black submariner date after getting some spend history up at my AD. So happy with this watch and never want to take it off. Also, I underestimated how much I would use the glide lock. It’s really nice to be able to make on the fly adjustments.
I just want to see a darker red submariner!
I would love to own a submariner. Its just a little too spicy for my wallet at the moment. The only downside I have with the submariner's design is simply that it's so iconic that almost all other dive watches seem like copycats to me. I don't want to get another watch that every time I look at it reminds me that I don't own a submariner. I'm currently considering in the submariner design space is the Aquis Date by Oris.
Save for the Sub. Don’t compromise. You’ll only buy it later anyway so save your money on the ‘placeholders’. Just my advice having been there & done it.
@@KeepingWatchUK Thank you! I appreciate it
Love Rolex, but have really become more of a Tudor fan boy. For me the value for money is better.
Still favor Rolex however love Tudor as well and the Pelagos 39 is my beater/daily wear. I have the pro but my iconic explorer 39 full lume, SD 16600 and 116600 (40mm) see little wrist time. Not a fan of the cyclops so I sold 4 Rolex during the late insanity late last yr and early this yr. Do not miss them
Aka fake rolex
How is Tudor a “fake Rolex”? It’s a separate company that Rolex owns. It’s definitely its own brand. Nothing fake about it.
@@p10rambolol so aka you're a dumass basically . Got it 😂
@@shaneswann2452 just my opinion
I want the LV next. I do wish R would have taken the sub to 39 instead of 41.
Firstly, Starbucks suck big time nowadays. Secondly, the 41mm Sub is too big for my wrist size. Who makes the lug width 21mm?? Stupid decision!!! The clasp is so huge for no reason.
I really like the previous generation 40mm. I am considering buying a pre-owned 40mm from 2017.
San Martin and others do great homages of the 16610 case shape subs but with modern ceramic bezels and quality glidelock clasps. I wouldn’t pay for a Rolex 16610 and put up with the jangly bracelet and aluminium bezel, and the risk of getting a frankenwatch. The Ginault Ocean Rover II is also a great option.
As for the clasp - there is a reason. Rolex Oyster links are really long and without half links, you need a fairly substantial clasp to ensure that everyone can get a good fit. If they made their links shorter or included half links, then they could get away with a shorter clasp. I think they’d keep it long though so that it can extend over a wetsuit.
The 41mm wears similar to the 40mm. I’ve tried on both back to back and I actually preferred how the 41mm sat on my wrist. Felt more proportional
@@beerkegaarddisagree, the 41mm is very clunky with 21mm lug width and massive clasp.
Hey Teddy, I know this isn’t the purview of this video, but I’m looking for a vintage 1979 iconic watch to coincide with my birth year. This vid is most recent and I do have a few great watches that you’ve helped me with. Crucial is 1979 year. Any input is greatly appreciated and keep doing what you’re doing because this is the spot I start with any time I’m contemplating a new purchase.
Please do a review of the Breguet Hora Mundi!
It's a very beautiful piece
Wish there was a sub-40mm version (outside of the vintage models). I really don't think I can swing 41mm. Incredible and iconic watch for sure but for me, I genuinely think the BB54 is the better buy. Which feels crazy to say.
The BB 58 or pelagos 39 are the utility watch that the Sub once was and to the prmium price that is still appropriate. Go for it!
It’s less than 1 mm more. New one is 40.5mm, old one was like 40.2mm
have you been able to try one on? I own both the 40mm and the 41mm models. they wear exactly the same and i have a 16.5CM wrist. The 41mm has a slightly larger clasp but thats really the only difference i feel
Try a 14060M. You can still get watches produced / sold in 2012. It's a thoroughly modern Sub with a 3130 movement, blue parachrom hairspring, and superlative COSC performance, in the old school 40mm case with aluminium bezel insert.
1 mm? LOL
Just walked into a rolex this past weekend, put in for a batgirl, no date sub, and sprite! Whichever comes first ill get lol. Im excited!
Yeah not how that works but please keep us updated!😂
Which one is your first preference
A nice watch- but I prefer the GMT II. The sub is nice- but it’s not twice (or three times) the watch the Seamaster 300 is.
Still No 1
A real class leading watch. I think that if you are lucky enough to be able to buy this timepiece in your say twenties or thirties, with servicing you will still have this piece on your wrist into your seventies and still not bored of it.
Been wearing my sub since 2002 and you are correct. I’ve bought others watches since then but I still wear my Sub.
I had a Rolex sub and got bored with it with a year and sold it. I wasn't impressed with it.
@@bigmacdaddy1234 it’s a timeless watch. Like most classics it might not be trendy but it will stand the test of time.
Read my converging comment.
I like how this watch looks but honestly I don’t see what this watch has to offer what my 1200 euro Mido watch does not. Even the power reserve is better.
An EXCELLANT review !! Well done !
I'm on month 12 of waiting to get a green sub from my AD, it took three years to get my blue sky dweller, I hope I dont have to wait three years again.
A beautiful time piece.
How do you think will fit the no date Submariner on 6inch wrist? Thank you appreciated
I'd love for them to go back to the pencil style hour hand but thats not likely to happen. I see the functional purpose if the mercedes hand but it looks ugly to me. A very well made tool watch indeed❤
The quality of the new sub is just on another level. I own one and also the Omega seamaster and you can feel the price difference. Still Omega is my daily driver.
I know right, the sub is on a sub level. Was hold both recently, Omega fill the ceramic bezel engraving, Rolex doesn't and catches dirt. The case shape of the Rolex lacks dimension and creates boring shape, the lyre lugs on Omega creates more surface angles and shape. The sub still has a 1960's style flat lacquered dial, the depth of the engraved ceramic dial on Omega is fantastic. I noticed on the two I was holding Omega even get the logo on the crown to line up when screws down. Rolex do not pay that kind of attention. And then there's the movement, even if we ignore the problematic faults Rolex's are suffering, the METAS certification when you drill down is far superior standard
@@ALL-il1sw try holding and shaking the Omega and you will hear how loud the movement is. The bezel rotation is far superior on Rolex, when you knock with your nail on Omega bezel it feels empty, Rolex not. Sure style is more original and not changed every few years like Omega. Both are great, just Rolex has higher quality standard.
@@skyworks1621 aaahh, you think the Rolex is better. Just do some research on Rolex 32XX movement problems. That movement is a failure, It been and issue for over 7 years still no fix, still no reviewers willing to speak about it. Marketing is an amazing strategy. Makes you realise phrases like ' Bezel rotation superior' has no objective measure, just a bunch of biased people making a claim that can't be varified either way. Just compare a real Rolex with a fake Chinese one, their close aren't they, tell me, are the Chinese that good, or perhaps is the Rolex just that simple and average build quality. Rolex have mastered the marketing over build quality and business is good, because most people just care about branding
@@ALL-il1sw i can't argue with that, marketing is a powerful tool and they are the masters. We the people are more often than not blind and fall for that trap. In my case Omega has 80 % of wrist time.
I have one of these and a SM300 that I rotate daily.
Sub is more accurate, scratches more easily, the Omega has better lume.
is that the 2023 green? looks like the older darker green
Great vid. Was just curious, and am in the fortunate and liberating position of not feeling a need to aspire to own any Rolex 😂
I'm on a waiting list. But today I realized, I don't need one. What a great, liberating feeling :)
@@knezipero got nothing against Rolex. Just not for me. As someone else commented, if they brought out a new design for say 2k, they would sell 20 million pieces.
What are teddys glasses?
Even Keanu Reeves has a black Sub. That only gives Rolex enough moral redemption. Other than that, haters will hate.
Great video, as usual. Hype aside and haters aside, modern Submariners are great. I own a 114060 and 126610LV Mark 1 bezel so I am not speaking out of turn.
Are there in fact 2 bezel colors for the 126610LV now? Adrian was the one to release that info on his channel sometime this year when he saw the new one in Geneva, vut many online sources later claimed it was just the light and that the green was still the same. When i recently searched i found no evidence to prove that the green of the 126610LV had changed
I have seen it with my own eyes, yes 2023 has a lighter green
@@Shafiqsenin i guess I’m going to have to check this out for myself… not that it makes a difference, since i’ll get the mk2 when i do eventually get it🙃
I have those same two references myself
Love it but if you want a modern but still wearable like pre-ceramic Rolex submariner… the only option would be the Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 SD4K…
Not thrilled about the 41mm size but there’s probably just a (small) handful of us who are fussing about it.
My answer is NO if the AD forces me to buy other watches that i don't want in order to be able to buy this one.
Thanks Teddy. I have had my black sub for 11 years now and I consider the best attribute of the watch is the fact that I can do just about anything with it on and not worry. I wear this watch every day and could get hit by a bus and know it would fair a lot better than I would. I always feels somewhat nervous when I'm wearing another piece such as my Grand Seika in the fear that it will somehow get scratched or damaged. This watch in my opinion as the most beautiful tank ever made. Thank you.
I am still kicking myself for not taking the opportunity to get a “Kermit” in 2004 from Wesley’s Jewelry in PHX.
Still my dream watch!
All true. One of THE investment icons of top timepieces.
Ok, l have a question. What is the deal with Movado watches? Understood, they are just a fashion brand. I'm not partial to them, but nobody ever mentions them. It seems they don't earn positive ratings if any. Same with Ebel. Why is that? Just asking. No varnish please. Cheers. BTW, congratulations to the newly weds 🎉
Let's do away with the cheesy nicknames for $10k + watches
I now this reference and well as the previous six generations and I love the evolution of this icon. Definitely a benchmark of watchmaking like it or not...
the intro sounding like a news channel
Submariner, the pikachu of rolex.
About Effing Time? 😊
I own a GMT Maater II, will get a Submariner soon - it’s the greatest watch ever made (not from a pure horological perspective) - it’s just perfection, iconic perfection.
I've worn a black sub every day for 2 years. It will be with me until I die.
The Submariner is the definition of coolness.
What's the difference between a 'price' and a 'price point'?
A Teddy SOTC will blow up the internet 👀
Rolex Submariner 124060 41mm
My favorite Sub
The most beautiful watch that money can buy
Beautiful Amazing Engineering
Cheers
Love my 5513
The calander date numbers are quite ruff
Any thoughts on the Rolex Forum posts regarding 32xx movement problems ? Seems to have a lot of data behind it
I've worn my LV every day for the past year and have had no issues. Still -2 sec per day
My sub runs -.8s/day after 20 months.
32XX movements have been in circulation for over 8yrs and quite honestly, the ones complaining about them, seem to be those who have the equipment to run these on and are extremely anal retentive over these types of variations. If the concern is a potentially dead watch...I have had a DJ41 for 4 yrs that hasn't died yet on consistent wear and/wind.
The average owner isn't worried about these deviations and still use their phones for time accuracy despite wearing a watch. I don't say this as an excuse, but rather as reasons why perhaps reports are isolated to a very small percentage of WIS on an even more niche Rolex message board in the age of Social Media.
Rolex also makes quiet minor adjustments to movements every year or so on new releases, as they learn more. So I'd expect those get worked into the movements as minor upgrades to reduce any issues.
Unfortunately, at a rate of 1 million watches per year being produced, and over an 8yr time span since the 32XX debuted, I'm sorry but "a lot of data" behind it with respect to the Rolex forum community, is a very small sample size in comparison to what's been produced. That's not how failure analysis rates are conducted in an actual manufacturer.
3230. 5 months, no issues so far 🤞. It’s actually running a little more accurately than when I first bought it.
I have this exact watch and am astonished at how good it is. Good looking, wears wonderfully on my 7.25 inch wrist, accurate, stylish etc. I wear it every day and feel privileged to have been able to buy one.
Are you still happy or do you wish you would’ve got the all black?
@@marketingsuccess2637 I still love it. It's a beautiful thing.
It's ridiculous. I've been waiting for a year and still nothing from the AD. Might as well just buy an omega seamaster diver and save the money for something else.
The submariner is basically the watch you think of if you were to just envision a watch. It is the watch that essentially all other dive watches have been based.
I have worn every iteration since March 1975. I have expanded my Rolex collection but the Submariner remains my favourite!
Same here.
Your a real connoisseur there Michael. You have great 👍 taste.
I won a Rolex Submariner in the 1993 Rolex Spirit of Enterprise competition. I have received two tours of Rolex Geneve HQ plus 20 other service centres.
Aluminum bezel??