Rolex Submariner: The Ultimate Watch

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[googleaccount]

The Submariner has the most iconic design, king of cool 🤴

[roywallace]

Bought my 5513 Submariner in Vietnam and it’s been on my wrist to this day. It’s part of me and will go to my grandson one of these days. I just hope he wears it like I did and passes it down to his son. It is the most iconic of all watches. You can’t put a price on it.

[anthonybohan]

I bought one as an impulse buy just after I got divorced about 20 years ago and had about 3k to my name so I blew that on a Submariner. It's brilliant, I spent 8 years or so working in Afghanistan, Libya and Iraq and rarely took it off. It is currently getting (rather expensively) serviced so currently I don't know the time as it's my only watch. Looking forward to getting it back. PS Thanks to this really interesting video I learnt that it was introduced in 1953 - just like me.

[hyper_channel]

I have been in the world of watches for a few years, and like most, I got fixated with different brands and different models over the years, but in the end I go full circle and the submariner shines through the noise. The downside is the AD experience, that can vary greatly depending on your location, and getting robbed.

[themightysquid]

Got the latest model last year and am still in awe when I look at it! The perfect, iconic watch.

[the_shadow_realm]

Excellent video.

Yore the first YouTuber who (like me) loves a date on their watch, yet acknowledges that the cyclops only works when viewed straight on.

It’s still a great feature, but glare from lighting and the bubble itself make legibility of the date often difficult.

[Audittr]

I can confirm it is a perfect one watch collection. I bought my Submariner in 1994 and was my only watch until around 2012-13 when I started getting some other watches. It did everything from wearing with a suit at work to nights out on the lash in my youth to travels abroad.

[sheffanakookoo]

Although I like the submariner I find there’s just too many around and seems to be the automatic choice for people who aren’t watch enthusiasts. I recently got a SD43 with the mark 1 dial which I love but have been tempted towards a sub as it’s more wearable but I stayed loyal and now wear the SD43 on a Rubber B which it more comfortable and under the radar…, if I want I can always put the bracelet back on if the occasion arises, that is now my 1 watch collection 👍🏻 Great video Andy keep up the good work mate 👌🏻

[michaelturner]

I have worn Submariners since 1975 and I agree with your analysis.

[casperskestrel]

Sold my early 90s Sub and was able to buy 2 new Tudors (BB Chrono and Pelagos 42) as replacements. I don't regret it (yet) as I feel the modern Tudors are of equal or better quality and less common (and less copied) than a Sub.

[jjhaydos]

EX1 as a 1 watch and done. Understated, sporty, can dress up or down and not worn by every second flog chef on tv.

[dees]

I’d argue that one watch is not a collection, one watch is a watch.

[ToolwatchBoutique]

I own the No-Date model 114060 from 2010 because I prefer the symmetry and don’t like the cyclops that much. I think it is one of the most wearable and versatile watches out there and I’ve rarely worn watches that are more comfortable on the wrist.

[jameshoward]

Nice one! Personally, I'd go DJ, OP or Explorer as a 1 watch GADA. Unless you dive, they do it all. I think the modern 6 digit Subs have got a bit unrefined in an effort to look toolish. Also, I just don't find them comfortable. Yes, they're better made than a 5 digit, but not as versatile or comfortable. A 5 digit did me 20 years 24/7 as a diver, marine biologist and then forester. 6 digit with a suit? I've got one and I wouldn't! Beyond Rolex, I think the Speedy is more day-to-day versatile unless you do watersports or marine work.

[bidgooj]

I have a 50th Anniversary Sea Dweller that I managed to get retail last year. Perfect for my 7.5” wrists. It wears that little bigger than a sub but on my wrists no one would notice the difference. I love it. Like the submariner It would be my only watch if only I didn’t feel vulnerable wearing it these days. So always careful to cover it when out in the UK. I will never sell it but its a shame that it doesn’t get the wrist time I want to give it. So will have to continue to use my original Omega Seamaster 300m (Pierce Brosnan version) and Seiko Proplex King Turtle Diver for most of the time.

[jamieopulence]

Rolex Sub Date - often referred to as the one and done. Am also of the opinion that this is correct.

Though - I’ve yet to find a man whom has executed this “one and done” strategy.

[billcore]

Personally, I feel the Omega AT is a better option as a one watch to do everything instead of a dive watch. The AT is a true swiss Army knife and can be dressed up and down. The AT is also 50% cheaper than the Sub and attainable.

[romp]

I don’t know if I could settle on just one watch. However, the Submariner plus a Cartier Tank would likely suffice for a two watch collection for me. Everyone is different though. I would be interested in hearing about different individual ideas for a two watch collection.

[daniell]

Such a tough question b/c so much depends on the individual’s life and lifestyle. If you’re retired, daily wear is dress casual, and you’re frequently at the pool, then I can absolutely see a sub (although I prefer the sub vs the date sub) checking 90% of the boxes. If you’re in a suit&tie every day but still want the option of taking it to the pool, I think a DJ, VC 222, or Omega AT checks those same boxes better. Suit&tie every day and no need for water resistance? The rabbit hole gets deeper and deeper.

[christopherhead]

Andy, the quality of your videos is really coming along nicely. Appreciate the improvements you've made to lighting and sound over the past few months. Feel your subscriber count is about to go on a hockey-stick climb! Nice work