Okay, so I’ve been wanting a Rolex GMT-Master II “Pepsi” for a while now, but that price tag? Forget about it! So, I started looking into alternatives, you know, something that looks the part but doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. I did some digging and found out about this “Ocean 39 Vintage GMT Premium Ceramic” thing. It seemed like a decent option, so I decided to give it a shot.
First, I ordered the watch online. It was pretty straightforward, nothing fancy. I waited a few days, and boom, it arrived at my doorstep. I unboxed it, and honestly, I was pretty impressed. It looked really good, especially that red and blue bezel – just like the real Pepsi Rolex, inspired by the actual Pepsi logo, or so they say.
Next, I started wearing it every day. I wanted to see how it held up to daily wear and tear. It’s got this Swiss automatic movement inside, which is pretty cool. I mean, I’m no watch expert, but it seemed to keep time just fine. The case size is 39mm, which is a bit smaller than some other watches I own, but it felt good on my wrist.
Here’s what I did specifically:
- Wore it to work, to the grocery store, even to the gym a few times.
- Checked the time regularly, you know, like you do with a watch.
- Showed it off to a few friends who know a bit about watches. They were surprised it wasn’t a real Rolex, at first.
- Took some pictures to see how it looked in different lighting. That bezel really pops in the sun!
After a few weeks of this, I can say I’m pretty happy with it. It’s not a real Rolex, obviously, but it definitely scratches that itch. It’s a good-looking watch, and it feels solid. Plus, I didn’t have to sell my car to buy it, which is always a bonus. If you’re looking for a watch that gives you that “Pepsi” Rolex vibe without breaking the bank, this Ocean 39 thing might be worth checking out. Just my two cents.
Anyway, I’ll keep wearing it and see how it holds up long-term. Maybe I’ll even get another one in a different color. Who knows? For now, I’m enjoying my “Pepsi” homage, and that’s all that matters.