I just subscribed after the first minute of the video when Teddy laid out how he doesn’t make clickbait Rolex videos often, acknowledging the Rolex fatigue that is out there. That sincerity and empathy is rare, and he is definitely not doing what most other watch channels are in justifying the frequent inclusion of “Rolex” in the headlines in the name of improving the KZfaq algorithm. Sure, that can then help get the word out for other content that the creators are really passionate about, but Teddy is sticking to his principles(and his audience) and just doing things his way, regardless of how it may affect his views. That is such a special combination of confidence and integrity.

I want it for a very stupid reason, it's the watch that Tom Selleck wore in "Magnum PI" 😊

My GMT ll has been with me around the globe for many years. This is one watch I will never sell, trade or leave my side, ever.

Teddy, just wanted to say I hugely appreciate sharing your take with us. Love how balanced your channel is and you give quality info for casuals and enthusiasts alike. In this watch segment on KZfaq, there is far too much clickbait, you're a breath of fresh air.

Brilliant Teddy. I’ll add one more reason, a personal one: family history. My dad had a two-tone in the late 70s-80s. He moved it along at some point when I wasn’t paying attention. Probably my college years. In his mind, as a pilot, it was the ultimate watch. Great job!

I’ve worn both the Jubilee as well as the Oyster. I can say I’ll take the Jubilee bracelet all day long. It molds so well around your wrist that it’s not just the most comfortable, but the most practical. The oyster shows scratches too easily while the Jubilee disguises them.

I really have to give it to you. You and the Urban Gentry are probably the only two watch youtubers (and „just one more watch“but he has some different target group) that do not annoy me when making a video about Rolex. I actually really appreciated the video because it seems like you just hide Rolex a little bit under your cuffs rather than being loud about it. When you make a video about Rolex it really feels genuine. I for myself always wanted a Rolex and I really long objected from buying one because of all the negative side effects to it but I just have to say Rolex makes great watches. I always kinda hide my Rolex when I am wearing it because I don’t want the attention but I still love wearing it because of the craftsmanship, history and so on. Same goes with videos, I hate those bragging videos about Rolex but when it is genuine, well thought and grounded I really love it. Great input to some great watch!

Great review. I’m always amazed at how much information you pack into your quick cadence. Your pace always keeps my attention! Also appreciate your professionalism and attire. I’m old school and believe in sport coats and dress shirts. Lastly, I purchased the Pepsi after a nine month wait from my local AD. Quite frankly, I expected it to take longer and was surprised when it arrived, coincidentally, two weeks before my birthday. I bought mine on the Oyster bracelet, which, for me is the most classic and suitable selection for the GMT Master II. Cheers!

Anyone else appreciate how logical Teddys reviews are? Great insight as always Teddy keep these reviews coming!

I remember when I first got into watch collecting, the main watch that really captured my attention was the aluminum bezel rolex gmt. As I started collecting though that watch became more of a distant dream. Secondary market prices and disparity made this watch almost impossible to afford or find. After a while I purchased the tudor gmt and fell in love with that watch. Still though, this watch is beautiful and a true icon. Forever a grail

Great video! I started with Rolex like many, buying Submariners. I didn't think it got any better than the oyster bracelet with the glidelock clasp that comes on the Sub. But the GMT, on the jubilee, is the most comfortable Rolex available. The articulation on the GMT is way better and I don't miss the glidelock as the easylink offers plenty of adjustment on the fly. Something most people don't mention is the case back, it's flatter on the GMT vs something like the Sub, and it wears even better on the wrist as a result. Also, when putting my GMT and Sub side by side, I find the Sub's bezel to look a little retro and outdated. The GMTs bezel definitely has a more modern font and look to it.

Totally agree, plus the GMT in my opinion started the whole grey market boost. The comfort is sublime and the iconic bezel with platinum inlay is such a remarkable eye catcher.

Great video Teddy. I have a 1675 from 1965 with the Oyster bracelet with the hollow links. It may be stretched and it does rattle, but I think it is one of the most comfortable bracelets out there. Keep up the great content.

Great video and content. I’m fortunate to own a Coke form 1998 and a Batman from 2016. They definitely have not strayed far from the original design cues. I fell in love with the Batman, and as a pilot I thought it brought a more appropriate colour-way to the bezel having blue for daytime sky and black for the night sky!

Very impressive knowledge, passion & fluency on ⌚️there is so much choice available today. 🙏😎

Love your channel Teddy. I've learnt a lot, and really enjoy the way you go into detail, whilst keeping it interesting. Keep up the great work

The 16710 Red/Black is, and always will be my favorite. It was my first desire and first Rolex love. Not many were left on dealer shelves in 2008, but I found a Black one. I have by now acquired the other factory colors, but this will always remain my favorite.

Excellent video content and editing. And a great summary, history, of this incredible watch. I love mine even more now. Thank you. Subscribed.

Love this piece so much, my favorite in the collection, next to my first one which is the Sub. Still looking for a Panda though, I guess these 3 together makes it the perfect Rolex (sport) collection! Speedy, esp. with the new bracelet is awesome as well! Just got the new BB Pro, but you're right, thinking about GMT, there's no other watch that comes to the mind as fast.

I can confirm everything he said about the GMT. I was lucky enough to try one half a year ago, my first thought was wow this wears really slim. The lugs and height give it that impression, plus the jubilee makes it wear light and airy but still a feeling of quality.

100% agree teddy. I still appreciate other brands and am happy I’ve been introduced to other brands through you I would not have run across myself. Great video as always 🔥

Completely agree - when one thinks of a GMT in steel with a Pepsi bezel there is only one your mind thinks of initially.... many other brands have emulated it at all manner of price points, but there is only one true reference - a Rolex GMT.

Got my GMT Master ii Pepsi - 2 months ago, retail from an AD. I walked in 8 months ago and was asked by a totally newbie store clerk what I was looking for? I kinda scawffed at first but thought, what the hell. Told her what I wanted and gave my name and number. I absolutely forgot about this interaction and consigned myself to this watch being a pipedream. So much so I went and purchased a Tag Monoco & Tudor BBay 58 with an order for a Cartier Santos. Then out of the blue I get a text from Newbie clerk at AD letting me know my watch was IN! I was blown away and have been just over the moon to wear this beautiful timepiece.

Nice. Loved seeing you take a bit of a creative risk with the “close your eyes” segment. Keep pushing in the format big man 👍🏻

I was very very fortunate to buy this exact watch from my AD at retail late last year, and it’s exquisite. I’m still in love with it and feel tremendously lucky to have it in my collection. Thank you Teddy for sharing your passion and helping me develop mine!

Veey true Teddy. The Rolex Explorer II might be the closest thing to a luxury GMT alternative to the GMT Master II, but even then it's still a tool watch with a GMT hand slapped onto it. Thank you for your amazing work Teddy. Regards from Malta 🇲🇹

Great video Teddy, I recently picked up a GMT Master II 16760 on jubilee from 1987. I love it and is the first GMT Master II model and the first with the coke bezel. Keep up the great work with the videos!

Well done Teddy. I really enjoy your channel would love to have this watch. I had an opportunity and passed as was a gift my mom wanted me to have my Datejust 41 fluted blue dial after my dad passed away. Thanks again for the great content!!

Love ❤️ your videos. They’re the perfect balance of fact, history and opinion. Closing my eyes, I picture the BLNR which I also have been fortunate to purchase recently at retail. Stunning. Watch.

awesome content as always Teddy!

Well done, Teddy . I agree 100% . The originality and history of the GMT stands for itself.

The only red/blue GMT that comes in at a distant second place is the Tudor version. And to be honest, that’s mainly because it looks like a vintage version of the Rolex Pepsi. Great video, Teddy. Keep them coming.

Great video as always, Teddy. The GMT Master II is definitely my favorite of the Rolex tool watches because it's the only one you can always get with some color. The plain black of the sub just doesn't do it for me. It feels too austere. Ditto for the Explorer and Air King, although I do admire the Explorer even though I'd never get one. I like my watches simple (time only, please), but not that blank of a canvas. I do, however, have one area of concern. I want a Coke bezel and I'd always have a voice in my head wondering if this is the year Rolex brings it back. The good news is that I have a greater need for dress watches than sports watches in my life, so that's not something I need to worry about anytime soon.

It's a very nice homage of the Steinhart Ocean 39 GMT ceramic.

Excellent video as usual. Summed up my exact feelings towards this watch.

Another great video. A well thought out opinion on the GMT Master. I also appreciate how you truly try to showcase other brands besides Rolex.

Hi Teddy, great video as awlays! Just wonder whether this is Chris's watch? Haha

You’re hardly just a regular guy Teddy 😊 but respect for your knowledge for all the timepieces you talk about 👍

Teddy you've built so much more than just a channel, congratulations.

while i love watch content on youtube, this channel also has me coming back for teddys articulate and genuine ability to communicate his perspective.

Great analysis. Fully agree, esp. regarding the "no equal peer" category.

Great watch. Amazing how much they have increased in cost, and appreciated in value over the years. Nice review. Thanks.

Thanks for the review. I just schedule my appt to place an order

Great video. Agree with your 4 points, especially the last one. Thanks.

I never was initially drawn to this modle,, until a couple months ago my AD asked if I wanted to try one on. OMG, I instantly understood what all the hype was all about.....it is simply gorgeous. I immediately expressed my interest in the model!

After years of waiting, I got the call and can’t wait to finally pick this beautiful piece up from the AD next week.

Very thoughtful and informative video as always Teddy,, thank you. Over the past year, I have been unsuccessful in my search for a for a GMT II. I travel extensively for business and take the opportunity to visit watch retailers when possible. Since January I have visited 15 Rolex dealers nationally and internationally, and quoted 2 year wait times and huge mark-ups. However, hanks to your video, I will keep searching and with luck, I will find my watch.

The GMT Master 2 is my everyday watch. I bought my black dial in 2005 for $3700. I just thought it was a cool watch at the time, and that wasn’t flashy, and was actually quite utilitarian. Little did I know that my exact watch now sells for $15-20k. But it’s not the money. It’s a great comfortable and versatile watch that I can wear everywhere. It looks great at the beach as well as at a formal dinner or a board room.

Definitely agree with you, the gmt master 2 and the explorer are the only watches I see my self buying in the future. The gmt master 2 for the gmt function and the stunning bezel and the explorer because of how simple of a watch it is.keep up the great work

Have a BLNR on oyster - absolutely love it. So much more interesting than the 114060 I owned. One could argue that Rolex defines all of the category of watches you mentioned. They may not always be the first to it, but they certainly excel in it. Take the Daytona. Where else are you getting an automatic chronograph at ~12mm thick with a 100m WR and has the same pedigree? I’ll borrow your words, “it’s a masterclass of fit and finish” for the category. The 4130 in itself is possibly the most reliable auto chronograph ever built.

Great video Teddy. I also love the GMT 2,although my particular preference is the Rolesor Rootbeer. Luckily my AD called me recently… it’s my grail watch. Keep up the great content. 👍🇬🇧

I agree with you on this watch, it's an icon, made popular to me by Magnum PI.....

I love my GMT master 16700 with black bezel and oyster bracelet that I got from Bucherer in Zurich, Switzerland for $2400 in 1991 brand new. The best souvenir I got from Switzerland when I was only 15 years old at the time.

Thanks to Courtney I landed into ur channels I m into watches not possessive but yah upto some extent u r doing a great job keep it up gmt master II is looking dope.

Such a beautiful piece with so much history and as you said the Pepsi fully owns the space of GMT timepieces.

Got this watch two weeks ago and it is incredible. Love everything about it. The AD made it a great experience so it was a wonderful way to end the buying part of this hobby for me.

I have just purchased the GMT Batgirl, jubilee. I know people say on jubilee is should be a pepsi, and for the black/blue it should be on oyster. But for me, the batgirl is just a beautiful, sexy, sporty and yet refined watch. I love it! Great video, thanks for posting.

One of my favorite Rolex to be sure. The jubilee is the most comfortable bracelet I’ve ever worn, and I don’t like the brushed center links on the oyster. Well done Teddy, great vid!

Hi Teddy Even if I'm more the Speedmaster, Spirit, Sinn etc. type of watchguy, I'm also glad to have a Glycine Airman and a Combat Sub Bronze. These are great and very interesting watches that diserve to be mentioned more often... specialy in the maybe best watch channel of the world.

This was a really refreshing take. Thank you

Great video Teddy! You're making me think I need to start the hunt again!

Great watch. I personally like it with the Oyster bracelet. Think it's more fitting for a sporty watch but the polished center links spice things up a bit.

What a great and interesting take on the GMT, I agree with all of the refinements you have pointed out, as well as the history. As for me I really enjoy my 16710LN (good video on it btw), and love the comfort of it even on the oyster, but that jubilee simply looks great, I've hade mine since 2013 and have enjoyed every minute of it, just my two cents, thanks again Teddy!

My guess for a definitive example of another category is the Explorer line as well for tool watches. The only major segment that I can think of that Rolex doesn’t dabble in are Pilot watches. Although the GMT is technically catagorized as an aviator’s watch

I bought my Pepsi from my AD in April (Tourneau / Bucherer) after about 3 years waiting. My first piece was a sea dweller after two years waiting followed by (2) Panerai’s (both boutique exclusives). THEN I got a Pepsi allocation. It was worth the wait AND I am happy with the hunt. Next up … I have an IWC Perpetual Cal Mojave Desert on order and am waiting for an allocation on the new 36mm explorer.

I like my gmt ii with the oyster bracelet, probably because I bought it new 30+ years ago and wore it nearly every day.

The gmt is still my favorite complications. Looks good, super useful for me. I am in Hong Kong, one glance at my watch and I know the exact time in California and Vancouver, plus 2 hrs I know my family's time in the Midwest. And my gmt hand is set at London time, where I have family and friends at. GMT is my go to complication when I go looking at watches. The other one would be the world time complication, but the dial is too messy. I like the GMT as the dial is more clean

Can’t wait getting mine this week 126710 BLNR. Oyster bracelet .. my last GMT was an early 2000. Share please what automatic winder should I use .I have also a OMEGA Planet ocean 600 chronograph with a 9900 caliber

Great episode ! Passionate and professional

Right to the point. But as I am fan of dual tone, I went with Guiness. Love it.

Wonderful video, thank you.

This video reminds me of the yesterday's Watchfinder video, in which they mentioned that they should talk about Rolex and put Rolex in the video title for the video to be available to most viewers and that's sad. Anyways Teddy can make a video about a piece of chalk and make it watchable and enjoyable. Kudos to you.

Well put, that’s a reasonable perspective. By comparison, fit as nice an offering you get from Tudor for example, the proportions aren’t quite there. That isn’t to say Tudor’s GMT isn’t a good watch or value, but it’s lacking a few intangibles, little details that really make this special as well as out of my price range. On a side note, Bell & Ross have a GMT, that in terms of proportions, it’s quite thin, has a domed sapphire Crystal,, it’s maybe a bit overlooked. It might be a bit expensive given it’s simply an ETA or Sellita inside, but likely reliable and a good value pre owned

Great clarity

My lovely Wife bought me a Batman version of this watch in 2012 as a birthday present and I absolutely love it, I wear it most days. I have been offered 3 times the original price by various watch shops where I live in the UK but I would never sell it. By the way great video as always.

I did play the close your eyes game 😅 Diver : Certina action diver (want one) Chrono : My black bay chrono GMT : Fortis F-43 GMT (want one) Great video Teddy 👏🏻

Teddy you are a weapon with your watch interpretations for people in general.

I was on the waitlist for a BLNR Jubilee for over 2-years. Finally got the call today and picked her up. Couldn’t be happier! Such a beautiful watch

You knocked this one out of the park Teddy! When I close my eyes and picture a GMT nothing but Rolex comes to mind! Great video

Great reasons and I agree the GMT Master design is peerless. Thanks for sharing. My favourite model in their catalogue is the Submariner and this is largely due to the glidelock clasp.

Excellent video. Great points. I went with a Tudor gmt root beer.

Amazing video. This is my favorite watch in my collection. It will leave me when I die, and It will go to my son....love it!

Too true Teddy! Another great and informative video.

I am still saving up for mine and looking forward to the call when my AD manages to source one for me🤞🏼 My dream watch💪🏼

My first Rolex I picked up from the AD back in Feb was a GMT-II Batman on Oyster. It really just does it all. Less bling on the Oyster, and fits me better as a 31 year old. Honeymoon is still strong 6 months out lol, wearing it every damn day.

1:18 and I really really thank you for that and please don't start to. It's one of the main reasons I watch your channel. I own two Rolexes (including the updated GMT master II Batman on oyster) but honestly fatigued with all the undeserved hype and how hard it is for people to get one. I also don't really wear mine because I live in a major city and crime for them has become ridiculous to the point where I can't wear them without feeling like I'm wearing a sign on my back that says "pistol whip me and then rob me, please". I'm considering two things. Move from this major city where Rolex crime has become rampant, or sell both of them and enjoy other fine timepieces that are better than my Rolexes, less well known, and more understated. I'm lucky enough to have an honest local AD that I've been going to for a while. From personal experience, I can tell you that these are very very few and far between. This whole fiasco started because of the ridiculous grey market that shady ADs have created with flippers (which is about 90 percent of ADs when it comes to Rolex). So thank you, thank you ADs for creating this wonderful Rolex market for people to enjoy. This whole fiasco has really turned me off from the brand.

I really want the Batman variant. For me, the bezel color makes more sense: Blue sky of the daytime and the black sky of the nighttime.

The simple ceramic dial & jubilee are just unbeatable.. Wish other watches would have the same

Teddy, “spot on” although I own a 70’s vintage Date just, I am not a Rolex fan. That being sad I am on a list at 2 AD’s for the Pepsi. BTW “the close your eyes “ was awesome.

I own a 2021 126710blro Pepsi and love it! The jubilee bracelet does not only look good, it’s super comfortable to wear. I love it for the look and history, not the hype.

Teddy, I have been as a hobby for many years come across really cool chronographs that are manual. I have seen valjoux 7733, 7734, 7736 and Valjoux movements... Very cool and very complicated too. I own two 7734 watches at the moment which is the Gruen 770 Cal and the ZoDIAC 842-888. They seem to go up in price because of limited availability too. Have you owned models like this before and what do you think about them?

Went to an AD a few days back, just to approach one…and I saw two : ! One with an Oyster bracelet and one with a Jubilee, both in Pepsi configuration. I prefer the oyster bracelet, making it look more for what it is : a tool watch. On my opinion, the jubilee is more convenient on a dress watch, like the Dayjust. Besides, it’s nearly impossible to get one : you have to wait at least 1 to 3 years… no wonder the secondary market works so well ! I was told that it would be easier to have one if I was already a Rolex customer ? Change my mind Teddy !

Nice review - fair and balanced.

Teddy is the goat. I could chill with teddy. Great guy and great channel. He is the reason why I am into watches. Fell in love with watches after seeing teddy's channel.

I have the last steel bezel. Probably the best deal for a watch I have ever gotten because I have worn it more than 4000 times. Although I hate the image Rolex conveys now, I am quite glad I got it. As much as things have changed with the gmt2 from 18 years ago, I don’t have any desire to upgrade now nor in the foreseeable future. I guessed that’s what timeless means.

Great video Teddy! I’ve definitely got a soft spot for the Pepsi! ❤️

One of my 13 rolex, 6 AP and a 2 cartier tanks. My favourite in my collection are ithe James Cameron deepsea and my 41mm AP blue dial chrono

great video!

I became smitten with the Rolex brand in the late '80s as a young military aviator. The first Rolex I had in my hand and almost bought but struggled with the then $1300 price in the Keflavik Navy Exchange, was the GMT Master. A fellow pilot had one and I'll admit my envy seeing it on his wrist at the mess one Friday night. That I recall all this 33 years later is telling. 2/3/23 is the day I collected mine from my AD (Root beer rather than Pepsi). Teddy, would you not consider sibling brand Tudor's Black Bay GMT not a competitor for bigger brother Rolex's GMT Master II?

It’s the first Rolex I owned. Bought it from a co worker who flew fighters in Vietnam. He bought the watch in 1967. When he came home from the war he put it in his dresser where it sat until 1986. Sold to me for $500! And man do I wish I still had that watch today… hindsight is definitely 20 20.