Buy THIS not THAT - Rolex, Omega, Patek Philippe - Comparing Hype Watches and Value Watches

The Rolex Submariner isn't just the most recognizable Rolex watch; it's the most recognizable, copied, coveted, and referenced luxury watch model in the world. But can the ultimate Rolex dive watch stand the pressure against at $3,700 Oris Aquis with nothing to prove and value to burn? Tonight, Tim Mosso talks about high-value alternatives to hype watches and how to collect watches on a budget. Watch collectors who spend less to get more will relish tonight's luxury watch comparisons. In 1953, the Rolex Submariner helped to define the modern dive watch. With a screw-down crown, rotating bezel, abundant water resistance, and running seconds, the Submariner immediately became the Rolex sports watch of reference. It was worn by Jacques Cousteau, James Bond, and COMEX divers. Even in a modern era that has witnessed the meteoric rise of interest in the Rolex Daytona and Rolex GMT-Master II, the Submariner remains the longest-running "core" Rolex sports model. And at a price $10,250, the Submariner sells new for thousands less than its used price - a key measure of demand outstripping supply. But the Oris Aquis Date has plenty to say about value in dive watches. Launched in 2021, the 41.5m Aquis Date dive watch even matches the Rolex Submariner "Kermit's" green bezel look. Moreover, Oris offers features the Rolex can't match including a quick-release bracelet, a standard accessory strap, a sapphire display caseback, a 5-day power reserve, and a ten-year warranty. Oris has so