Atticus if you listen to it with headphones it's much more even. most people with this high of production use headphones when editing and then forget to listen to the audio without headphones to make sure all the audio is spread more evenly
Guys at the end of the day.... we might not like everything about the new changes... but it's STILL the TGV that's we've all grown to love. I'm extremely happy for him. He gets to live out his passion for a living. Something people rarely get a chance to do! Cheers TGV! Onwards and upwards!
But after peddling all those squale watches. I too fell into TGV'S tactics and thought that squale was a good brand. Thankfully I wasn't the only one and managed to flip the squale without losing. And now TGV " made it" after climbing up with the help of other RU-vid personalities only to turn his back. And now no more squale or seiko it's all rolex rolex rolex. Hilarious.
@@lisaschmidt9718 let's just see how many squale or seiko reviews come out in the future. Because I've searched the watch box and they don't carry squale
Ticker Aficionado dude, theres a spectrum of budgets out there... not everyone can afford a two tone sub.. squale is subjectively good for the price.. they are under 1k what to expect??
This is my dad’s watch, and the first watch I think of when someone mentions Submariner. I love it, it’s both durable and elegant. Truly a great piece for a collection.
I think this might be why it didn't seem right. Plus the music seemed weird. I guess I just like classic TGV because it sounded a bit more "every man" vs like a commercial.
In 2009 while on a cruise I walked into a Rolex AD store in Cayman Islands. As I was standing there and admiring this watch they informed me that this was the last watch they had left and the rest of them were new 2010 models which were for sale at much higher price(I believe they were about 9k). By this time I been thinking about purchasing a Rolex watch for about eight years and they did nothing but went up in price every year. The sales lady at the store told me if I was interested in this watch they were willing to sell it for $7100. After consulting with my wife I finally pulled the trigger and purchased the watch. For the next 9 years this was the only watch that I wore. In the last year I got more interested in horology and purchased other watches but this is still my favored. I never had the watch opened, serviced, or polished and it is still keeping good time. For me it’s been a perfect watch whether I am working around the house, at work, or night on the town. All I have to do is rinse it under water and it looks great! Best purchase I ever made.
Joseph Yi yo dude he got paid by those cheap micro brands ! He bought 1500 interstellar watches before he reviewed it ! Reviewing it as if it was a good watch ! Then the link in description was ( TGV) he had product placement ! Fortis is out of business ! Glycine made by invicta & oris almost bankrupted ! He buys them cheaply, then u dummies buy it ! Notice no tag heur or zenith, u can’t 500 at a time for pennies ! Wake up bro u just been sold to watch box ! Now he’s gonna push more expensive junk on u dummies
The video format a bit lost its home / friendly allure, but, nevertheless, good review! BTW, the narrator soundtrack lacks quality, it was better earlier. Thank you!
I agree. It is underrated and it does have a sophistication the steel ones lack. My very first real luxury watch was a two tone sub model similar to the one you are wearing. I purchased it in 1987. Still have, still looks great.
Alex Puffette he sold you to watch box. Now he’s gonna push 4-10k watches ! Fortis is out of business, glycine too ! Oris is bankrupted ! So keep listening to the watch pimp !
That 16613 will never be played out, and I think it's perfect for your age and up into your 60's. It's the perfect combination of sport, elegance, ruggedness and class.
I have this exact reference, only an older model from 1991, and i've been trying to sell it. I think you've now convinced me to keep it :) Thanks TGV! Keep up the great content! Love the new production
I can't quite put my finger on why, but for some reason the gold minute markers on the aluminum bezel look so much better than the ones on the ceramic, and definitely the non-supercase looks so much better. As for wanting a no date version, have you considered the Seamaster 300 Two tone (233.20.41.21.01.002), it addresses the nodate, has a much better clasp than the pre-glidelock clasps, and still has a more oldschool vinatage look. Only downside is the thickness though, but could be worth a look. P.S loving the new format & production value
Love the 2tone watch as lots of NHL players wear them due to their sophistication. Age 30 and up is perfect milestone to buy one. I have the blusey and love it. Gets so many compliments. It is a lot flashier than silver. Two tone is the best compliment between silver and solid gold.
Onwards and upwards tgv, the increased quality can only be a good thing, as I’m doing my English GCSE’s tomorrow to quote Shakespeare “don’t forget from whence you came.” Although the new format is great, keep that in mind, Ali
This varies the formula that's been used for reviews for the last few years. It's a completely new style of production on this channel, and I'm sure TGV and the team will tailor it as they move forward. Having said that; I've found the change really quite refreshing and enjoyed this.
The sub can’t be “played out” anymore than any other classic. That’s like saying you don’t want to watch The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly anymore because you know what happens...or getting rid of your vintage album collection because you’ve already heard Abbey Road. I plan on picking up a two tone as soon as my AD calls me, hopefully by mid September for my birthday. As always, thanks for the insight TGV. Keep up the good work. Give my best to Hugo. 👍👍
The two-tone is a beautiful look. Classic, neither understated nor flashy. Just timeless elegance. And the older ones have the more "reasonably sized" lugs that integrate better with the bracelet. If only Rolex was priced as it used to be in the 70's, and I've maybe felt like I had a chance of ever owning one.
How about a pre-ceramic Bluezy? Perhaps another half step towards the Presidential and as well a quarter step away from your ceramic Sub. Congrats on the new endeavor. With this decision before you there must have been a big signing bonus.
Personally, the Submariner still ranks top my list in divers. It’s an absolute icon, and its proportions are perfect for my sub-7 inch wrist. My choice would ivealllt be a no-date 114060 Submariner, but any Submariner will do for me. Cracking video, TGV!
Tbh i feel a bit alienated by reviews of 10k+ watches. Its a world of luxury i don't inhabit. Congrats if you can afford these type of watches but its the kind of watch that would make me feel self conscious a kind of look at me vibe i dont feel comfortable with. I am super pleased for TGV he is a great guy and i got into watches directly because of him, but i hope this level of ostentation is not the shape of things to come. I wlll not give up on the channel just yet but personally i have reservations about the kind of person who wears a watch like this. Maybe im too English and need to lighten up but its not for me.
Great video. Love the outside review idea. Also love the Philli background. I personally think the cyclops is just something that is expected when you buy a submariner... Like jam and toast.
Wow that camera quality! Not sure if it’s new equipment or whether it’s just good lighting with you being outside, but looks outstanding! Gorgeous shots with the flowers! Cheers, Oli
I don't worry too much about the hollow center links and the thin, old school clasp, these watches from the 90s to early 2000s are in fact considered modern vintage or neo-vintage, for me the sweet spot!
I totally agree. I was just telling one of my friends that the 99 is a sweet spot. It’s about to be vintage, it has the perfect sizing (I.e. case) and it’s a great everyday piece.
In terms of technical feedback the narration sound could be improved considerably to at least be on a par with your previous setup - maybe it is even the same but it feels and sounds off, almost like you are trying to be quiet in a room or something. Music did not feel invasive to me but being reduced by maybe 40% would not take away from what it adds. I think that there are not enough watch channels out there doing 'on the wrist' in videos beyond a studio shot so the addition of those are nice, I understand growth however the war room should be a mainstay in some way or form - does not have to be every video but that set or a version of it is part of the identity of the channel, the changing backgrounds on the monitors and other bits and bobs. It is part of the character along with roadman Hugo and everything else! Different flavours perhaps for different things who knows. Looking forward to the future videos!
Agreed about missing the intros and the hope the intimacy of the old videos is not left on the cutting room floor or some producer's laptop. Sometimes production team = over produced. I am sure you are still working on finding a balance between the two. Looking forward to more videos.
I have been bashing the same watch about a bit. A lot of warning about the softer gold vs the SS scratching so easily. So it wouldn't be an everyday watch, but it would be an up tick for finer occasions with that added bit on flash. I have been cautioned about expecting investment growth out of two-tone Sub. But I was think it may become a classic in 20 years. Prefer Black over Bluesey. 👍❤⌚
Greetings from Nairobi, Kenya. I have noticed that you have never (not to my knowledge, anyway) reviewed a vostok. I absolutely love the amphibian scuba dude; I think it's great and I love that it's quite unique. I'd really like to know your thoughts on the scuba dude specifically as a dive watch, and the vostok brand in general! Waiting to hear from you ☺
Couldn’t be happier for you and your new opportunities, TGV. Nobody deserves it more than you. The production quality was killer. This new style will take a bit of getting used to as someone who has been watching you for years, but I loved it equally. Best of luck going forward. P.S. Treat yourself to this Sub, you deserve it. 😉
Haven't got a clue Sir on proper Horology, I just love my Poljot CCCP 1968 limited edition, and Poljot Transiberian railway watch and love them. It's mechanical movement I love, and it's all I can afford. I am from a working persons background, but am just blown away not by your watches, but your honesty no matter what the price. You deserve to achieve your goal Sir, all the best for the future you have earned it. 👍 Tam.
@@theurbangentry I guess I just missed your classic intros and there was something about the music that was used. It was still good but I missed some of your DNA in it.
I'm a huge fan TGV, but we need and miss Mahler or Wagner in the background (Mahler for me, please), extemporaneous chit chat, and wild, way off the mark reference recollection. VT is not the way to go. We watch to watch you as well as watch about watches. Please forsake not the intimate verisimilitude of the channel, my friend. With immense respect, Derek :)
same here. Missing the in-house videos, with classic music and casual off-scripts references and irony. This is too artificial, TGV as a model walking around a city and portrayed on the phone or looking at the infinite with a worried grin on his forehead.
I do enjoy the slimmer profile of the pre-ceramic subs. Let everyone hype up the newer maxi case, pulling attention away from these little gems, and keeping them somewhat more obtainable for those of us looking to acquire our first Rolex Submariner. Really enjoyed this vid, Tristano. Keep up the great work.
Great video as always TGV. I bought this exact watch for my father's 70th birthday, it is a brilliant timepiece. I purchased myself the SUB at that sametime. Since then like yourself my Rolex collection both new & vintage has expanded. But I did make a bad decision in purchasing the all good SUB with the ceramic bezel when it was first released, I have only work it maybe 5 times in all those years as it just doesn't suit me. And naturally the resale on this piece with the demand being solely focused on all the stainless steel models makes it pointless to sell, as the offers I received were so low that I thought I would simply retain it. But I will buy the new two tone SEA DWELLER at Basel this year as the size is perfect for my 7.5" wrist.
As much as I dislike The Rolex Submariner I like the Rolex Date just and the Cellini. Congratulations again in your new home and passion. Keep your soul alive,your opinions untouched and continue giving us great videos.
I first loved two tone Sub but...i can't go with anything else other than full steel anymore. Not necessarily meaning the material but the colour. All silver 💪🙏
I'm glad you have taken your success up to the next level. You've built something special here and this is a wonderful opportunity for you and in the end, your fans are going to appreciate the differences. Personally, I'm not a dive watch person but it's good to know what others think when they are evaluating a watch. Thanks!
On another note I was looking at a version of this watch before I picked up the Hulk - not a fan of two tone bracelets but I LOVE the colour scheme. the smudging of the bracelet really put me off in the end. Brushed steel all the way for me.
Yes I edit video professionally and I agree the music volume is a bit loud but WOW huge leap in video quality. Congrats on the official new video with the new format. Strange to say I'm "proud" of someone I've never met, but I'm happy to see you progress! Congrats.
Btw I’m definitely a fan of the pre-ceramic sub case and think it’s a much better fit on wrists like ours! (Mine is only 6.5 inches so supercase is too beefy for me, I went for the Rhodium dial YM largely because of the curved lugs and flat caseback)
The Submariner (with the Speedmaster) is one of the keystones of a midrange watch collection (i.e. Watches under 20k). I have some nice divers but the Submariner with a ceramic bezel is next on my list.
We watch people really are a funny lot. You have a steel sub, then you start craving for a two tone, you have a no date, you are hankering for a date. There is no end to this...
the "Gold Wristwatch" has been a status symbol for as long as the watch has been a thing.. there is no substitute for a solid gold Rolex to signify status..
Hi TGV. Great vid and great watch. Only you could make me entertain the possibility of a two-tone watch. Unfortunately my fat wrist is too big for a Sub. Maybe when I'm old and desiccated... Anyway, as someone commented, it's great to see the watch in a lifestyle/fashion context. It gives us a sense of what it would be like to walk around with this on your wrist, and that combined with your easygoing brilliance is really valuable. It's great you're expanding your style of shooting and I know you're still getting your new format dialed in -- so here's $.02 from a video and audio producer in the hopes that it will be helpful: • I think you need to maintain quality control over the editing of these vids. I know you want to turn it over to the new crew, but they're in fact not as good as you are. Their editing is too choppy. The framing is not as good as yours (and is sometimes crooked or strange or shaky -- need a gimball/stabilizer!). And while they have nice cameras there needs to be some post-production with color and contrast adjustments -- otherwise it starts to look like small town local news. I think if you really want to turn it over so you don't have to deal with the stress of editing, intros, processing, mixing, etc., then you either need to get WatchBox to hire a better crew, or you need to train the guys you've got up to the standards you set in your previous videos. They need to STUDY those videos and emulate your style, not impose their own. • The studio audio is a little dark and muddy -- it needs an eq match to the lav audio. I'm guessing whoever mixed this video (with it's obtrusive music track) is not an experienced mixer. And while I know you probably want to get some of your wording precise (you do write beautifully, btw), we can tell when you're reading and it comes off a bit flat in contrast to the improvised moments before and after. • Also, as someone mentioned, the outdoor shots of the watch are not as close, crisp and clear as your studio shots -- we don't get to appreciate some of the details you're talking about without the precision of the macro lens shots. So you may have to shoot both indoors and outdoors to really get the best of what you were doing before and the new venture. And I very much hope you will mix the new stuff up with your traditional in-the-studio style. Ok, that's my exhaustive critique. Sorry if I'm an asshole... I'm an audio engineer and can't help it! Paul
Oh wow. The production of this video was excellent, and that means a lot, because I enjoyed the quality of your pre-watchbox videos a LOT. Pleasantly surprised. keep it up mate, from Manchester UK 😁✌️
I recently acquired a 1991 2-tone oyster bracelet blue dial datejust 16233 and am simply amazed with it. A little more bling than my black 2000 Explorer2 but perfect with jeans or suit, and you can’t beat the comfort of a 36mm. I certainly understand your attraction to the 2-t sub. Enjoy! And of course, congrats on your new format and adventure.
I watched your video about what type of watch should i buy.. My choice is Solar powered less maintenance on changing the battery.. I want one Solar powered watch what would you recommend me? Can you give 5 choices to choose from.. $250 under price range..thank you again
If you're now serious about looking towards a little more dressy with gold, I'd switch from looking at the Subs, and look more closely at the Day Date. In my opinion, the subs will always be more casual or sporty looking because of their actual design (even with the two-tone gold). Looking forward to seeing the gold Day Date on your wrist.
Lovely visuals, can see a big bump in production value! One thing I do notice, is the watch a little far forward on your wrist, is this how you prefer to wear a watch or is it so the camera can see properly?
I have the cousin watch to this, 16753 2-tone GMT. I felt it was too much on the bracelet, but a black fitted rubber strap makes it incredibly sporty and a textured honey leather strap immediately transports you to the Amalfi coast. Agree these are underrated and a “bargain” in the current market.
The pre-ceramic is the best pick for you it looks like the ceramic size, but since you have already a sub you should go for a 2tone GMT, or if you really want the sub get the blucy. I personally think the best example of Rolex 2tone is the Datejust on the jubilee.
Rolex two tone will never be out of fashion, because its a Rolex. Im not the biggest Rolex fan, but i respect their unmatched demand and the Submariner style! Nice video TGV! Philli suits you!
Agree completely with the rationale on this watch! Call me a dufus ...but I just traded a very nice all steel black dial 2017 Sub Date for a new 2019 2-tone black dial Sub Date and love it! Part of me wishes I had the daily-wearability of an all steel Rolex back in the collection but there are SO MANY of them around it’s almost become a cliche. I wanted something with a touch more ‘oomph’ on the wrist and am willing to step down to a new Heritage Black Bay Tudor I bought (over a year ago and have never worn) as my daily-wearer/beater watch ...as I step up to the 2-tone for more important meetings or special occasions.
TGV, Congrats on your new life. Although you're not asking for opinions, I'm feeling less captivated by the script in this video. You've lost me 5 minutes in.
Hi TGV Normally gold on a diver seems to me like a contradiction in terms. Maybe I’m just old fashioned. That said I do understand the idea of “the dressy diver”. And I can’t think of a two tone diver executed more tasteful. Totally agree about the writing on the dail, very nice... I would go for the all gold Rolex Day Date, but that’s just my antique absolutist point of view😂 This Submariner do suit you and I guess it would be useful too, given your lifestyle/work life with many casual smart occasions. Follow your heart, my friend😉 Keep up the good work👍
I love it, more of these, please! Hey TGV, had an idea- would you ever put together and share a music playlist on Spotify? I’d love to be able to pop on some pure class for my ears, ok thanks ❤️
I have a blue 116613LB and this black 116613LN. Love them all as they are different to the most popular steel subs which are on everyone’s wrists. Bluesy for summer and black gold for smart casual.
just bought one in this colour and picking it up in five days time. The combination of black and gold is reminiscent of the John Player Special F1 cars of the early seventies. Hey, that could a name for this model: the JPS
I don’t generally care for gold, but a friend has the two tone sub. It actually looks really nice. It is subtle for gold, somehow. Either way, you can’t go wrong! Best-David
Good stuff mate. Style of vid is not what I’m used too but I think I’ll come to love those closeup shots of the watches real quick. Best wishes from Aus
Congratulations once again TGV, I'm so happy for you. I'm must say I'm going to miss your remarkable intros & our good old pal Hugo. But at the end of the day - its all about honest reviews on horology by TGV. Keep up the good work my friend. God bless you :)
A great video. I’m looking forward to a YG Day-Date “test drive” video for comparison as you make your decision.. Also, I assume you were still in NYC? And if so, what parts of town were you in, I didn’t recognize...
Good segment TGV, great narration and background. I respect the two-tone, bold, elegant, and definitely an understandable statement. I like the Explorer II white dial. Simplicity. Nicely done good Sir. All the best. 👍🍷
I'm very happy to know that you're still moving towards something better in your life, you're the best RU-vid of watches. good video! What do you recommend in the range of 2k $?
