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Rolex Explorer II Polar 226570 | WatchReviewBlog.com
Welcome to our 100th video! Today we'll be reviewing a very special watch to mark the occasion, none other than the Rolex Explorer II Polar Ref. 226570.
This is the modern larger 42mm variant, with many of us wishing that Rolex would revert back to the more vintage 40mm sizing. The Polar version we have here is of course the white dial, which seems to be the more striking of the two dial colors. The contrasting on the dial is fantastic, allowing for excellent readability especially with the high visibility orange GMT hand. This watch is considered one of the last true tool watches from Rolex due to the overall brushed and less recognizable appearance.
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Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1965 SJE099 | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Join us today as we hands-on review the new Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1965 Ref. SJE099 This is a retro styled dive watch with a 5 digit Submariner vibe. The proportions and sizing are rather excellent for a large variation of wrist sizes. This watch is available in a variety of different color combinations, but the one we have here today is arguably the most striking and summer worthy of the b...
Amida Digitrend Take Off Edition | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Today we're reviewing a new watch with an old concept. This is the Amida Digitrend Take Off Edition with a reflecting display prism side view dial. This watch was specifically designed with drivers in mind back in the mid 1970's. In concept, the side view allows a driver to keep his hands on the wheel while viewing the time. The caseback is completely flat, but is equipped with a partial displa...
Bremont Terra Nova Power Reserve | WatchReviewBlog.com
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We're back today with a hands-on review of the new Bremont Terra Nova Power Reserve with compass complication. This is a very expedition oriented sports watch, with a nearly fully brushed finish. This release is quite different than what we're used to from Bremont, but nonetheless it looks and feels fantastic on wrist. The version we have here has a blue gradient like dial and comes in at 40.5m...
Mido Ocean Star GMT Special Edition | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Oris Aquis Date Upcycle | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Yema Superman Slim | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Seagull 1963 Chronograph 38 | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stella Green 41 | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Today we're taking a look at and reviewing a collectible Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stella Green dial in 41mm Ref. 124300. This is quite a fitting time to have a look, as tomorrow is Watches and Wonders 2024, and Rolex will release some new models and possibly discontinue this cool Oyster Perpetual. The Green on this dial is surprisingly beautiful, it's nearly identical to the shade of green from t...
Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Welcome back to another WRB video. Today we're taking a hands-on look and reviewing the Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar blue dial Ref. 1-90-02-46-32-61 This is a stunning high horology watch out of Germany, from the same town as Nomos and A. Lange & Sohne, you'll probably notice some resemblance on the dial and within the intricate parts of the movement. I was quite surprised to find that thi...
Longines Conquest Heritage Central Power Reserve | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Welcome back to another WRB video review. Today we're taking a hands on look at the new Longines Conquest Heritage Central Power Reserve, a very classy re-issue watch with a late 1950's styling. This watch of course has a power reserve indicator on the dial in the form of a moving disk. The watch has excellent proportions and fits my 6.5 inch wrist very well, much better than the previous Conqu...
Mido Multifort TV Big Date | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Join us today as we review the Multifort TV Big Date, a new release from Swiss watch brand Mido. We have the entire collection here with us in this video, so you'll be able to see all the dial color variations, as well as the bracelet and rubber strap options. The TV Big Date is a really unique watch with a large date window located at 12' oclock on the dial, an unusual position. The rest of th...
Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Summer Blue | WatchReviewBlog.com
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Join us today as we review the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Summer Blue edition, Ref. 210.30.42.20.03.003. This is one of the more colorful spring or summer dive watch offerings on the market. The blue is of course what really stands out on this specific reference, it's a very soft velvety blue that emulates the tropic sea colors found on the beach. The rest of the watch is essentially a regular ...
Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date | WatchReviewBlog.com
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In this video, we review the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date H64635560. We'll explore its unique features, from the robust 42mm stainless steel case to the striking military green dial. Learn about the Hamilton caliber H-30 automatic movement, its impressive 80-hour power reserve, and the watch's exceptional legibility. Get a closer look at the fine craftsmanship, including the brushed c...
Hamilton Jazzmaster Rattrapante | WatchReviewBlog.com
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КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @mkyhou1160
    @mkyhou1160 14 годин тому

    I have the black dial - worth the two year wait.

  • @johnt2694
    @johnt2694 3 дні тому

    It looks good on your wrist (lugs didn’t overhang), definitely can pull it off. Nice vid. Thanks.

  • @markkao9954
    @markkao9954 4 дні тому

    I have the 2 tone in black, it’s dope. Might be a bit more subtle, you might like it

  • @davidcrandall4958
    @davidcrandall4958 7 днів тому

    Thats not the watch from Interstellar!

  • @ihasmax
    @ihasmax 7 днів тому

    This watch is so much better than it has any right to be. Converted me into a bracelet lover as well. I bought both the khaki mechanical and this in 38mm at the same time and, frankly, this one blows the mechanical out of the water when it comes to that ever subjective "wow" factor and feel on the wrist, so I'm probably going to be selling the mechanical shortly. Even on my 7.25-5" wrist (depending on the weather), it looks fantastic and I see no reason to get the bigger version. Like many, my only gripes with it are the lack of AR coating and the lack of screw down crown to make me feel comfortable swimming with it. The AR coating isn't a big deal but it's just one of those things where it impacts your ability to fully appreciate looking at the dial as you can only really see it from certain angles in the sun. The longer I own the watch the more I notice little details that speak to its quality, like how nice the metal on the hands is finished and the bracelet which feels so silky smooth and satisfying especially by the lugs. 9/10 near perfect watch that strongly competes with watches even 3-4x the price.

  • @freshgresh
    @freshgresh 9 днів тому

    Absolutely love this watch, by far my favourite

  • @Slohoffman01
    @Slohoffman01 11 днів тому

    Dude, German pronunciation please!

  • @carzakone333
    @carzakone333 18 днів тому

    I'm still on the list...

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog 17 днів тому

      Well worth the wait. Supply should be loosening up now as well. Cheers

  • @Incurable_Addiction
    @Incurable_Addiction 18 днів тому

    Love this! It’s my first and only Rolex but it’s off to service unfortunately 😢 I guess I’ll just watch videos on it until I get it back from the warranty repairs 😂

    • @Giannis020
      @Giannis020 16 днів тому

      What happened to it?

    • @Incurable_Addiction
      @Incurable_Addiction 16 днів тому

      @@Giannis020 it had a misaligned dial unfortunately from the manufacturer so they’re currently replacing it. The rehaut was centered and the Rolex letters were fine but the dial was turned to the left since the second/minute markers didn’t align perfectly

    • @Giannis020
      @Giannis020 16 днів тому

      @Incurable_Addiction wow first time I've heard that issue. Hopefully you get it back soon

    • @Incurable_Addiction
      @Incurable_Addiction 16 днів тому

      @@Giannis020 me too! It’s been a little over a week but I miss it so much haha

  • @typebflieger
    @typebflieger 18 днів тому

    Great watch, and fantastic review!It’s a shame about the size. If you’re serious about owning this piece one day, I’d consider a late run 16570 with solid end links.

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog 18 днів тому

      @@typebflieger thanks very much! I’ve considered the 16570 for quite some time now but I keep holding out in hopes of a new updated release. I may give in one day.

  • @babyboomer5990
    @babyboomer5990 18 днів тому

    Great video. What’s the name of the song playing in the background?

  • @michaelfierman3256
    @michaelfierman3256 18 днів тому

    fantastic videography as always man.

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog 18 днів тому

      @@michaelfierman3256 thanks very much man appreciate it!

  • @user-em9dp5jx5t
    @user-em9dp5jx5t 18 днів тому

    That’s my watch and I love it!

  • @guidine7
    @guidine7 18 днів тому

    Awesome 👍💁🇩🇪

  • @SavageKillaBees
    @SavageKillaBees 20 днів тому

    Honestly some dials are stunning, while most of them are meh! I am looking for this piece, and the dial variations is absolutely wild! I know many jewelers do not want to stock this watch because the dials are so hit and miss. The dial pictured here is very meh IMO i wouldnt buy this particular one! And that 41.5mm looks huge for some reason , it wears like a 43

  • @MrPINKFL0YD
    @MrPINKFL0YD 20 днів тому

    The faux patina ruins it

  • @post_singularity
    @post_singularity 21 день тому

    I like the look of the omega moon watch better

  • @ElberGalarga22
    @ElberGalarga22 23 дні тому

    Douche

  • @PurebredInnovator
    @PurebredInnovator 23 дні тому

    Beautiful watch; however, I notice that the blue lettering on the ceramic dial gets lost under certain lighting. Mixed feelings about that. Otherwise, I like it.

  • @enricobasso6022
    @enricobasso6022 26 днів тому

    Thanks. The glass of this model is sapphire or plexi?

  • @mlzs_
    @mlzs_ 26 днів тому

    What is your opinion on the khaki 38 auto vs the cw c65dune, how is the finishing?

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog 26 днів тому

      @@mlzs_ you’d probably be getting a little more bang for your buck with the c65 dune in terms of the specs, but I still personally prefer Hamilton as a brand and the aesthetics of the khaki field auto.

  • @ciceufelix2513
    @ciceufelix2513 29 днів тому

    Artemi strap

  • @jeffd3802
    @jeffd3802 29 днів тому

    Does sapphire have ar coating? That's what keeps me from buying hamiltin they don't use ar coating much.

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog 28 днів тому

      @@jeffd3802 you’re right it’s one of their only drawbacks

  • @vce2103
    @vce2103 29 днів тому

    These Terra Nova Bremont are really cool in my opinion - love the 3D block indices, case and even bracelet. However, I feel the new Supermarine range is too generic, and I loved the previous triptick cases. But yeah - these are cool, masculine and the big crown and overall aesthetic is very different and I enjoy it. The rebranding/new logo and wording on the dial I’m less sure of…

  • @andrel1972
    @andrel1972 29 днів тому

    I bought this watch and it has spent more time getting its besel fixed than on my wrist. It is a piece of garbage.

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog 29 днів тому

      @@andrel1972 not the first time I hear it unfortunately

  • @jayt6958
    @jayt6958 Місяць тому

    In person this watch is stunning & a gem. Seiko’s thinnest diver. I own the SJE101 and love it! These are underrated

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog Місяць тому

      Absolutely, it's gorgeous. Would highly recommend handling in person as you've said.

  • @tngchinghwa
    @tngchinghwa Місяць тому

    why would anyone buy this over the new 63MAS, lol

    • @_sinabr0
      @_sinabr0 20 днів тому

      me lol this watch is 1+1 62mas+MM

  • @dparis2172
    @dparis2172 Місяць тому

    I think you’re right on about the lug length. I’ve tried on both the 36 and the 39.5 side by side at a watch fair and I felt the lugs on the 36 made the watch seem a little bit stunted. Not only that but there is a lot going on, on the face of this watch. The 36 looks cramped, especially next to the 39.5 which gives all the elements of the dial room to coexist in a pleasant and proportionate manner.

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog Місяць тому

      @@dparis2172 I’m all about well fitting small watches, in proportion to your wrist and body size. This one was too small on my 6.5 inch wrist. My air-king 34mm fits a little larger which is perfect for me personally.

  • @Falkenroth1
    @Falkenroth1 Місяць тому

    I own one of these watches. Went with the white face with blue moon phase dial. It’s very accurate on time and enjoy wearing it. Can also count on telling time in dark places like a movie theater.

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog Місяць тому

      @@Falkenroth1 low light reading is definitely a strong point on this one. Cheers

  • @Max-kj4ln
    @Max-kj4ln Місяць тому

    I was on a waitlist for 7 months and this is what they offered me I took it! It wasn’t what I originally wanted but once it was on my wrist I just had to get it. Lots of compliments so far. I’m hoping to get a Starbucks in the future though

  • @pnmendoza18
    @pnmendoza18 Місяць тому

    Bluesy is elegant and timeless. Definitely a keeper watch. One of an Icon in two-tone class in all luxury timepieces.

  • @johnbarnes5237
    @johnbarnes5237 Місяць тому

    Has anybody ever actually gone scuba diving wearing a Submariner? I would be terrified it would pop off my wrist and vanish into the deep......

    • @key4duty
      @key4duty Годину тому

      Should not be a problem at all with the glide lock system. Just make sure to wear it a bit tighter than you normally would. I haven’t used a Rolex while diving, though. But I did with a Tudor BB58 (no quick adjustment) it did an excellent job. The only thing is that sand got under the bezel which caused problems with rotating the bezel. But after entering the water again a few shakes made it function properly again.

  • @MrPINKFL0YD
    @MrPINKFL0YD Місяць тому

    Looks childish

  • @alanhutton831
    @alanhutton831 Місяць тому

    The limited edition is around about £200 cheaper and looks a lot nicer

  • @Concionator
    @Concionator Місяць тому

    How long to charge it to full (from M to H)? Thanks!

  • @C3Nik
    @C3Nik Місяць тому

    This isn't a review, it's an ad.

  • @jbg9595
    @jbg9595 Місяць тому

    Black dial is better looking than white

  • @user-bi5by8xj3l
    @user-bi5by8xj3l Місяць тому

    I purchased the same black Rolex Daytona. I thought I was buying a preowned Rolex. Unfortunately PayPal sent me a message. The company that I was purchasing the watch from was a fake Rolex. Also, there was two digits missing from the tracking number I couldn’t track the watch two weeks went by PayPal got the other two digits the third week on a Friday. I got my watch. It was Wrapped in plastic in a Rolex box with all the papers . A watch dealer seen the watch on my arm and said to me you paid a pretty penny for that watch 27,000. I decided to tell him after he looked at it that it was fake. He said no way took it in the back, put it on the right microscope and said this was a super clone. Unfortunately, for the people that sold me the watch PayPal did not pay them. 🤣 also PayPal gave me my money back also told me to keep the watch.😂🤣😂

  • @mybrainlikesthings
    @mybrainlikesthings Місяць тому

    I disagree on the bracelet. It seems cheap to me: The butterfly clasp doesn’t open nicely, feeling cheap. And while the bracelet links are fairly solid, mine got amazingly scuffed up after only a couple month’s of light use. I can’t compare metals between this and other luxury watches, but I get the impression that the metal on this bracelet is softer. Similar situation on the scuffing with Rado HyperChrome. You definitely won’t get this amount of scuffing from more expensive watches.

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog Місяць тому

      The butterfly clasp on mine felt fairly sturdy. I’d be curious to see the amount of scuffing your bracelet took on. The polished links on my Daytona began to scuff on its second day of use from rubbing against the cuff (cotton), in some situations the steel alloy type doesn’t help much.

  • @AGC828
    @AGC828 Місяць тому

    You didn't mention the anti reflections coating i heard was agreed on the 126610 last yea Royal Versailles is an AD? I must have misread seeing their names on the rules website

  • @ugaladigala
    @ugaladigala Місяць тому

    watch looks good except i dono why omega keeps doing that retarded art design on the back like why

  • @mycasioforyoursub1036
    @mycasioforyoursub1036 Місяць тому

    Anyone bitching about these probably haven’t seen these in person

  • @thegorn
    @thegorn Місяць тому

    Possibly the ugliest watch designed this century. Kooky parts-bin frankenwatch. Say a prayer for Bremont.

  • @thegorn
    @thegorn Місяць тому

    I find the 24hr white inner chapter ring too white. Might be better in silver, or something more subdued. Or just get rid of it - seems unnecessary.

  • @randmacct636
    @randmacct636 Місяць тому

    I like and respect your review but i really hate the watch

    • @ph8077
      @ph8077 Місяць тому

      You've never seen one in the metal, you're just following the sheep in Bremont-hating...I've seen way worse designs than this, probably with the watch manufacturers that you religiously suck up to in the comments.

    • @thegorn
      @thegorn Місяць тому

      @@ph8077 Dunno why you are so salty, because it's true - it's hideous.

  • @Gawriify
    @Gawriify Місяць тому

    I like Mido and it is a beautiful watch, but this is not a true diver watch...There are other version of this watch with 60 minute outer bezel that you can call a diver. Also, if you really want to compare it to the other divers in the $1500 price range such as Doxa / Zodiac / Longines / Oris / etc. there is a lot of competition in that range. I personally wear Logine Hydroconquest as my daily watch which is a true diver, not that anyone using them as a dive computer now with all the air integration we have available to us.

  • @WparuSlowach
    @WparuSlowach Місяць тому

    Great watch! Mido always delivers.

    • @Watchreviewblog
      @Watchreviewblog Місяць тому

      Absolutely! Mido has been very consistent throughout the years.

    • @WparuSlowach
      @WparuSlowach Місяць тому

      @@Watchreviewblog Thank you for videos. I always finds here tasteful selection. :) On my list is Mido Powerwind black dial or navy limited edition. Gorgeous watches.

  • @tudorserban111
    @tudorserban111 Місяць тому

    Now this is how you do a power reserve. Grand Seiko, take note.

  • @davidobrien9362
    @davidobrien9362 Місяць тому

    Could you imagine that watch with solid lume as numbers,lovely watch though .

  • @jan_safin
    @jan_safin Місяць тому

    what's your wrist size?