Rolex Day-Date: 7 Affordable Alternatives $100+ & Upgrading To A 18238

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4 жыл бұрын

In today’s Rolex Day-Date special, I share my recent upgrade from a reference 18038 to a newer 18238 and discuss my reasons behind it. Following my numerous reviews and history videos on the iconic Presidents’ watch, I’m also excited to explore 7 affordable alternatives, starting at just $100 and several cool luxury options too. These suggestions cover a wide variety of price ranges, so check them out if you are looking for a Day-Date style watch.
The watches featured in this video are: Tudor Prince Date Day 76200, Seiko 5 SNX79, SNK385K, SNXJ89, Breitling Transocean A4531012, Bulova Super Seville, 96c127, Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 231.13.42.22.01.001, Orient Day-Date President, Hamilton Jazzmaster H32505741, H32505511, and H32505731.
Special thanks to the uninhibited T. rex Hugo Mountbatten whose passion for the Day-Date prestige brings him back to Philadelphia with a favor to ask...and a challenge to accept involving fine vintage wines and a game of Street Fighter II.
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@stargate11now 4 жыл бұрын

I just love his intros as well as his content

@CN-wt2bj 4 жыл бұрын

Haha playing SF with the Rex

@TomTom-sm7il 3 жыл бұрын

I want to play street fighter with them.

@iHKisLife 4 жыл бұрын

Watches in order: Number 1: 3:04 - Orient President Classic Number 2: 4:59 - Hamilton Jazzmaster Number 3: 6:54 - SEIKO 5 SNK885K/SNK355 Number 4: 9:11 - Bulova Super Seville / Bulova 96C127 Number 5: 10:40 - Omega Seamaster Aqua Tera Number 6: 12:43 - Breittling TransOcean Day-Date Number 7: 14:26 - Tudor Prince Day-Date The Tudor or the Seiko seems like something I'd pick up as my next watch :) Enjoy gents.

@JAYJAY-ch4ik 4 жыл бұрын

Kiefer Kirk thanks. Enjoy your next pickup!

@DSON89 4 жыл бұрын

Tudor makes some mighty fine watches.

@mrrokoso 4 жыл бұрын

I just felt in love with the Bulova, might be my first purchase on Chrono24

@clegsmegson2627 4 жыл бұрын

Every single one is excrement.

@shino8854 4 жыл бұрын

@@clegsmegson2627 Let me guess, except the Rolex.

@EliteGroupInternational 4 жыл бұрын

The production of these videos often goes unnoticed, absolutely sublime, i thoroughly enjoy your work. Well done TGV, keep it up!

@theurbangentry 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much my friend, I deeply appreciate that. Onwards an upwards! Best regards, TGV

@WINDINGCROWNS 4 жыл бұрын

@The Urban Gentry , I don’t know if anyone catches the police siren at the end of the intro. A nod to the police Dept that always interrupts during vids. Haha!

@mas3974 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe one day he could do a video on how he produces them.

@viperkil13 4 жыл бұрын

Hugo is back! Day date is so under appreciated, really beautiful piece.

@UNIONFEATURES 4 жыл бұрын

Stone Island - Proper old school footy hooligan style.

@arbiterofreason2068 4 жыл бұрын

@MM79 me and my friend still call it Penge mange to this day XD its about 5 miles away from us.

@ChitohYung 4 жыл бұрын

I own that exact shirt haha

@TartanJack 4 жыл бұрын

Love the characterization of the Hamilton as Cadillac-like. Can almost see the 50' fins in that dial. Brilliant.

@ShadesTv 4 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to let you know that you have really gotten me into watches. I purchased a binger automatic watch and couldn’t be happier! Thank you for pushing these videos out!

@TheMrFishnDucks 4 жыл бұрын

The Hugo intro was fantastic. I might have to get myself one of those Orient. Looking forward to the next video. Keep up the good work.

@chumpey 4 жыл бұрын

The Aqua Terra was worn in Skyfall and Spectre. It’s back in some scenes in No Time to Die as well 👍🏻 Cracking video as always fratello

@zero_dbmv3322 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks TGV, I always appreciate the affordable alternative videos! I’d like to see another road trip video, you do a great job on those travel videos.

@LobsterRavioli 4 жыл бұрын

I love the fact you never changed your channel and what watches you look at, even after teaming with Watch Box. Keep up the great work! You and Hugo make a great team!

@cryptoteslafan 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing intro, don't stop with this little sketches, its such a delight before the actual video!

@clegsmegson2627 4 жыл бұрын

Ding ding ding! We have a winner. You have won the award for biggest brown-noser on KZfaq!

@cryptoteslafan 4 жыл бұрын

@@clegsmegson2627 I apreciate your comment and I find it amusing that you have the energy for this type of comments. This channel share a unique passion that some of us have, I've been a long time viewer and I absolutely enjoy the content and the personality behind it, so when I make a remark like the one in my initial comment its because I want to give possitive feedback on the content that we get to enjoy for free, encouraging the person making it to continue posting! Next time instead of commenting something bad about someone or something try and think if you could say something nice to actually make them feel better!

@rlanger3108 4 жыл бұрын

@@cryptoteslafan Priest \m/

@klausm5460 4 жыл бұрын

Great compilation! I bought the Seiko SNXS79k with the dark grey sunburst dial for my dad and he almost entirely retired his Dugena quartz watch in favor of the Seiko. For under 100 Euros that is a cracking watch which is hard to spot as an entry-level piece without some background knowledge about the Seiko 5 line.

@alexm2113 4 жыл бұрын

TGV! Congrats on the new day date and enjoy it in good health! Also, I know you tend to prefer smaller watches but I must say that Daytona looks absolutely amazing on your wrist. My pick for an alternative is the Casio MTP-1381D-7AV. That one has a silver dial but it also comes in a couple different dial colors.

@kevinmiller7184 4 жыл бұрын

Kudos for including Seiko, Orient, Hamilton and Bulova. History + Quality + Value. Perfect formula for collectors on a budget. Hugo's tiny strap size - very hard to find...

@jinglesbluecat 4 жыл бұрын

Nice episode TGV - I lusted after a 18238 for over 20 years before finally buying one made in 1995 last year. It looks brand new but doesn't get much wrist time. I still smile to myself everytime I see it. The centre of mine and any collection really. It gets noticed more than any other watch I wear. Enjoy yours !

@frankdux6930 4 жыл бұрын

Splendid show. Love the Snes mini also. Pure nostalgia.

@righter07rg 4 жыл бұрын

Always enjoying your alternatives for people who can't or may not want to spend a great amount of money. I also notice the superb video quality and editing skills! (The second camera setting though does not tickle my fancy and takes away your usual style of video)

@dasko3 4 жыл бұрын

Love vintage Mido Commanders with the 12 o'clock day. Also, vintage Rados, with day of the week at 6 are rather sharp.

@drewqqq 4 жыл бұрын

Recently picked up a Bulova Super Seville in all stainless steel. Really love it and glad it got a mention on this ist, despite being a pretty obvious homage.

@Godl1ked 4 жыл бұрын

Really happy about your choice, TGV. That linen dial is really special. And we get Hugo for intro. What a great episode !

@lpsalsaman 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome intro TGV! That was hilarious! In my collection, I have as a DayDate alternative the following: An Orient day date 2 tones, I have an early version with batton markers and president bracelet; I also have a Bulova Super Seville also 2 tones with Jubilee bracelet and ETA movement. Finally, I have a watch from a brand that is called Oniss, they have a homage day date with an ETA movement and mine has an oyster bracelet, not the president style bracelet. It is 2 tones as well with a mother of pearl dial and roman markers. I'm glad I got these years ago, as time change and models either are gone or if they are still been made, they will be changed or cheaply made. Anyway, great vid and keep bringing Hugo to the mix, he is freaking funny!

@rickewilde 4 жыл бұрын

Everyone needs a Hamilton in their life.definately my favourite of the bunch.looks delightful. Good work fella.

@StuntpilootStef 4 жыл бұрын

Why do we all need one?

@rickewilde 4 жыл бұрын

@@StuntpilootStef just a saying.Hamilton are nice watches.a good addition to collections.i love my Khaki field.this one looks very nice.

@StuntpilootStef 4 жыл бұрын

@@rickewilde I don't get Hamilton. It doesn't seem to be anything special. But I'm not American, so I don't have the patriotic feeling you may have with the brand.

@rickewilde 4 жыл бұрын

@@StuntpilootStef that's cool with me.we all like different things.

@SniperKing029 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed, they are amazing

@paulcusentino4917 4 жыл бұрын

Hugo playing Street Fighter really made me laugh. Well done.

@nickbyrne1962 4 жыл бұрын

I do so enjoy TGV's videos - intelligent, witty, and informative. And I think that I've fallen completely in love with that Breitling Transocean ❤️

@rebelbynature2465 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your positive energy and your good movies, you are a guy who gives hope to the world.

@ZamboniBerlusconi 4 жыл бұрын

I've been watching your videos on a binge lately and it's great content. Subbed. And the intros are genius as well, keep up the good work! ;)

@Veesaki 4 жыл бұрын

All marvelous editions. I always thought the Day-Date looked the best on a Rolex strap. Well done !

@targaflorio3239 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video TGV. Have the Hamilton Jazzmaster Blue face and the Hamilton Khaki King Champagne dial. Both excellent Day Date alternatives on a budget. The Jazzmaster especially a sleeper - goes great with a suit. Keep up the splendid work!

@Jin6161 4 жыл бұрын

No doubt about it: I truly love the Bulova Super Seville. That was actually my grail watch. My budget regarding watches is not big. I could never buy a Rolex with good conscience and I am fine with it. I own some Seikos, Orients, Casios, etc. but I started really loving the Rolex Day Date look, when I got into watches. I looked for affordable alternatives, but none of them displayed that same look that I loved about the Rolex Day Date 18039 with the thin long indices, the fluted bezel, the magnifier and the president bracelet, until I discovered the Bulova Super Seville in stainless steel with the blue sunburst dial. It was love on first sight. I have literally been thinking about more than 1 year to get it, but prices were quite high on ebay and the blue one was quite rare. And then I finally got one in perfect condition on chrono24. It felt amazing to finally have a watch on your wrist that you were thinking about for so long.

@adrianboutsias2437 4 жыл бұрын

I agree with your decision, the 18238 is a more compelling choice, definitely one of my grails. Great job TGV!

@Jack-is9sm 4 жыл бұрын

Great choice on switching to the double quick set day-date by the way. Exceptional watch. Pure class, obviously 36mm version too.

@thomasbrady8056 3 жыл бұрын

I have a vintage 70s Bulova Super Seville Day-Date in 2-tone with the diamonds for the indices. I adore it so much. It feels amazing, has a great look and that sweep is so smooth. For me - it's always the Bulova. Exccellent reviews as always

@MrPresident1878 4 жыл бұрын

I’m not a Breitling fan normally because they’re so busy, but that Transocean is phenomenal. Definitely something worth picking up.

@felixmorgan8018 4 жыл бұрын

Didn't realize TGV's into streetwear too with that stone island sweater. Splendid.

@NWolfefan 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your upgrade TGV 🍻 Loving the linen dial, and can see why you desired the change.

@jblack1979 4 жыл бұрын

Great content love the intros with Hugo hilarious.

@joshua-johnwheeler4722 4 жыл бұрын

"Hadouken" 😂 now there's a blast from the past!

@woltee8011 4 жыл бұрын

'Arrkak-yukak 'Arrkak-yukak'

@chuckaspegren5528 4 жыл бұрын

I thought that it was thd exquisite art of farting into one's hand and releasing it in someone else's face?

@TbonesTech 4 жыл бұрын

Hey TGV quick question do you know a good place online where I can buy a Real Phoenix NATO straps from?

@avee413 4 жыл бұрын

I've got that Bulova quartz, but the 2 tone version. Looks higher end, gets compliments all the time and looks great on leather, suede and NATO straps!

@GustoTheGamer 4 жыл бұрын

The Snes street fighter intro. You are a true vintage lover. 😎

@fernandoespinosa8055 4 жыл бұрын

Great episode and topic analisis. Plus, can never get enough of Hugo.

@Mans1810 4 жыл бұрын

My oh my the dear old Super Nintendo. So much good memories. Thanks for those alternatives TGV. It's really helpful. Thanks to you we can all have the feeling and the emotions you get when you look at your wrist and I think at the end of the day it is the most important. Thank you.

@s19pajua13 4 жыл бұрын

Just want to say thank you TGV I wanted to buy a watch for my 19th birthday and I didn’t know where to start. Thanks to your videos I got a SNKL41 and I’m loving it so far!

@jeremycorrao 4 жыл бұрын

LOL, that intro! Great video! I always liked that Bulova Seville. They are hard to find though. Congratulations on the new DD!! Cheers.

@flipdog69xxx 4 жыл бұрын

I have the Orient "President" and I love it. It's a nice placeholder while I'm saving for the actual Rolex Day Date 18238. Saving it for my 41st Bday....so 4 years and some change more LOL. Hopefully the price isn't TOO ridiculous by then.

@motaman8074 4 жыл бұрын

Had surgery on my left (watch) hand yesterday. I've been binge watching The Urban Gentry all day! Thanks for the new upload.

@theurbangentry 4 жыл бұрын

Hell Matt, firstly, I wish you a swift and healthy recovery. Thank you for watching my videos, I truly appreciate. As somebody how has been in hospital so many times, I know exactly how it is, hang in there my friend. Sending you lots of positive vibes. Onwards and upwards! Best regards, TGV

@motaman8074 4 жыл бұрын

@@theurbangentry thanks for those vibes TGV. I feel better already.

@eazye619 4 жыл бұрын

Mido Commander is the best. 37mm, 20mm lugs, WR with screw down crown, quickset day-date, automatic with manual wind. The watch is incredible

@abos4lem 4 жыл бұрын

literally just watched a video of yours about rolex day date alternatives 😅 cheers

@theurbangentry 4 жыл бұрын

Haha, thank you! Hopefully this list is a little more concise and in-depth. Best regards, TGV

@brianbarnett100 4 жыл бұрын

These make my week!! Thanks for the HUGO

@JD-pu9rc 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos TGV! Hope you and your family are staying safe during this quarantine.

@j.burgess4459 4 жыл бұрын

Hugo needs his own show!

@theurbangentry 4 жыл бұрын

I don't think youtube would allow such debauchery! LOL Thank you Jay, I will suggest it to him, but I doubt it, he barely leaves Isla Nublar for less then 20k in cash. Best regards, TGV

@joneslarvell2075 4 жыл бұрын

That intro thought... hahaha! 🤣 ...and you like street fighter! Excellent work as always... Kudos!

@mikewengerphotograph 4 жыл бұрын

Question for you, sir. I work as an ER nurse and my watches can see a decent bit of action from time to time. I currently use a luminox as my work watch and a Hamilton Jazzmaster as my casual watch. If I were to upgrade to a mechanical work watch for less than $2,000, what would you suggest? Mostly been looking at the Oris sixty five and the Hamilton Navy Khaki Scuba at this point.

@thedoctor007dfw 4 жыл бұрын

Some nice watches there TGV and some epic input from Hugo 😂 P.S, I've now acquired a copy of the Meditations book thanks to your recommendation and I'm enjoying reading it 👍

@theurbangentry 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you and congrats on Meditations, I hope you continue to enjoy it and it helps you as much as it has me. Onwards and upwards my friend! Best regards, TGV

@yllenhoj 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah he’s a funny dude. I like the juxtaposition of his “high brow “ yet friendly persona and his self deprecating humor...

@PepeDeezNutz 3 жыл бұрын

❤️ Hugo

@DaveMGmovies 4 жыл бұрын

Love these comparison videos. I know this is pushing the budget the other way but how about the A Lange & Sohne Odysseus? I just saw a video about the 363.179 and it looks a stunner.

@justinweisberg1634 3 жыл бұрын

9:10 that gives the term "oyster" a new meaning

@boudebier 4 жыл бұрын

I wonder why all of those brands stopped producing watches with fluted bezels 🤔 I think its such a beautiful design element

@bigmeech8715 4 жыл бұрын

Boudewijn just seems dated now days. (no pun intended)

@boudebier 4 жыл бұрын

I guess so but people often complement my watch when I wear one with a fluted bezel so it seems like there's still a lot of appreciation for the design🙈.

@joesands952 4 жыл бұрын

nice review I years ago bought the 1803 day date later up graded to 18038 concealed clasp and sapphire then again up to the 118238. big heavy solid links no lume with roman numbs ! now eventually got the 218238 41 mm over 40 years with presidents

@77cjam 4 жыл бұрын

I'm enjoying your video on a long weekend away in the beautiful city of lights, Paris. Great video as usual sir some great watches for the price. Enjoy the rest of your weekend 👍

@fiercekid84 3 жыл бұрын

got my 118238 with the 3d/computer dial preown and i love it

@aaronkeyes8943 4 жыл бұрын

Enjoy your day date TGV! It’s a splendid timepiece.

@sholemepstein 2 жыл бұрын

The Breitling Transocean is part of my collection. I truly enjoy wearing it.

@lorithorpe3502 4 жыл бұрын

it's nice to see bilova getting a mention , ive got an automatic open heart no , 97A136 & just got another for my birthday , black with rose gold digits & fingers & 4 diamonds on the outside , no 96E117 , i really like them both , but the other watches i like but you did'nt mention are , the longines , what does it really mean when you say a boughouse watch ?

@YasenRR 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video! I have the Orient homage and i am glad you've mentioned it, even though I know you are not a huge fan of "ultra homages". Cheers!

@MrPrush-ji4gs 4 жыл бұрын

This man has a proper knowledge about watches, this is my 6th video... I’ve seen multiple things now that he could’ve easily said incorrectly about watches things that are rare and little known and he’s been right all along I love fellow watch enthusiasts I’m glad I found this channel (however) the most expensive watch I own is sadly $7 grand. (I’m 24)

@teddtheyoung 4 жыл бұрын

I would add the Certina DS-1 day date, also great intro, great humor, Hugo is is always a treat, very nice watches. Saludos

@kubilaymeydan1457 4 жыл бұрын

Bro, an episode on Royale Oak Homages would be super cool!!

@bananskalsvensson 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos and sense of humor!!

@yema5907 4 жыл бұрын

Though Sinn 104 is a tool watch in nature, and it’s just not on that dressy side as the pieces in this list. But somehow, speaking of day date complication, Sinn 104 is the first watch came to my mind next to the president. P.S. Congrats TGV, that’s a great update imo!

@1999rustey 4 жыл бұрын

Lol I was literally looking for a video about this last night. But here it is!

@charlesflint9048 4 жыл бұрын

I like seeing the ‘Incabloc’ part of the Orient dial. This reminds me of the 1960s when as a teenage watch enthusiast l would gaze into jewellers windows, where at the time, every other watch would sport the Incabloc logo so that you were sure that your watch was shockproof.

@ErickdeHollander 4 жыл бұрын

Hugo is the best!

@robbert4550 4 жыл бұрын

Poor Hugo🤣. Excellent vidéo as always ! Great production value.

@skreeog 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, that seems like an invicta box, but green instead of yellow! (*waits for the heresy accusations to come*)

@motokult 4 жыл бұрын

I feel your passion at Rolex. Also your joy for DD. Very interesting presentation, thank you. My Holy Grail is a 228238 dial in champagne. Cheers

@davidmichienzi101 4 жыл бұрын

Haha Ahhh dear Hugo, congratulations on the upgrade TGV looks amazing. I was going to say as an alternative the orient day date😊👍

@Luzyeco 4 жыл бұрын

My favorite video so far! Congratulations for giving importance to the FULL DAY complication. I wish you had extended each presentation a little longer, TGV. On top of your choices, we have some other fine ones, as you may very well know: Tissot makes a couple of interesting mechanical models too (T035.407.11.051.01 and T065.930.11.051.00); Casio has a little quartz jewel for barely no money (Casio MTP-1370D-1A1); Certina is one of my favorites of all of them (Certina C0064301105100)...

@johnbeard7404 3 жыл бұрын

Great work. Many thanks.

@johnt2257 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent review which I really enjoyed.

@SniperKing029 4 жыл бұрын

I have been waiting for this video for years!

@ficko88 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your new acquisition, I think the linen dial suits you better. Keep up the good work!

@Fenn3k 4 жыл бұрын

I got the SNK355 a few month ago and was hoping that you‘d mention it 😄 I love it! Even was my watch of choice today. Could be a little larger but I really like the look with the tiny „5“ engravings on the dial. The bracelet unfortunately is poor quality and was a pain to adjust

@davidbridge5652 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely hamilton, I'm considering that one at the moment

@toonlad4091 4 жыл бұрын

Great work Sir! I am actually in love with the Jazz master with the white face, Rose hands and dark brown leather strap..... On my radar for an elegant formal watch

@michaelowens6847 4 жыл бұрын

Liking the stone island jumper, great choice!

@cesaralvarez7032 4 жыл бұрын

On the Orient range, you have also the Lexington. I own one and I think it is a perfect dress and casual watch, without being an exact hommage of the Rolex Day Date. As always, very interesting content. Congrats!

@thomasbgage 4 жыл бұрын

Hey man, love the videos. Off-topic Question. I bought a Sinn 856 S non-UTC and wanted to put a 22mm nato on it. Does this work on the 20mm Sinn? What's your experience with fitting thicker nato straps on thinner lugs?

@dantemartinez3609 4 жыл бұрын

I just got the Seiko snxs73 and I love it, such a nice watch for the money. Highly recommend it!

@jjjfffppp 4 жыл бұрын

Love that hamilton. But right now the only watch i want is the lorier hydra. Very much looking forward them coming back in stock.

@coryames1170 4 жыл бұрын

TGV you and Hugo should do a live Q&A. That would be hilarious.

@ralphus555 4 жыл бұрын

Hugo rocks!

@AFCAWorldBodybuildingArchive 4 жыл бұрын

Owning a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15200 I still switch back to my Seikos (SRP Turtle and SNK361) more than often because of the day function 😅 Working irregular shifts I always lose track of the current day of the week 😄

@speedypaul2314 4 жыл бұрын

I think it's difficult for any other brands to really come close. Tudor does but then no great surprise. Love the new watch TGV. Hope it gets some wrist time. Next update the platinum version? Great review.

@joeplatz7289 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Have been looking lately for a DJ 16234 and in my search came upon the Tudor and Bulova Day Dates. Very intriguing indeed.

@theurbangentry 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Joe, happy hunting my friend! Best regards, TGV

@davidmichael3189 10 ай бұрын

Hi - If you could recommend a President Homage out of the Orient Star and the Bulova, which lne wiuld it be, and why. Which has the better movement. Thanks