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HockeyBrand · 4 July 2009, 02:26 AM

Help me decide on a 40th birthday gift to myself. I am torn between these two pieces and recently discounted the 16613 and 16613 Serti Champagne from my list, otherwise it would have been a three horse race. Perhaps as a 50th!

Two to consider as a watch for the next 6-8 years, which one would you recommend for (Design, Cost, Functionality, Longterm appeal, X-Factor)? Or anything I haven't consider.

SS/Platty YM 40mm current list $9450
SS 44mm "50th Anniversary" GMT current list $7000

Finley · 4 July 2009, 02:45 AM

Yacht Master!!!

Mosco · 4 July 2009, 02:46 AM

Gmtiic!

DRMOVIE1 · 4 July 2009, 03:28 AM

lol, those are the exact two watches that I am also considering also! I vote for YM because its way more exclusive, and looks really great for formal or casual settings. I am disapointed that theres no new clasp... but knowing fewer people have it makes up for that.

I hear they both have Solid center links..

normandy · 4 July 2009, 03:49 AM

Yacht Master

rolexgiants · 4 July 2009, 03:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HockeyBrand

Help me decide on a 40th birthday gift to myself. I am torn between these two pieces and recently discounted the 16613 and 16613 Serti Champagne from my list, otherwise it would have been a three horse race. Perhaps as a 50th!

Two to consider as a watch for the next 6-8 years, which one would you recommend for (Design, Cost, Functionality, Longterm appeal, X-Factor)? Or anything I haven't consider.

SS/Platty YM 40mm current list $9450
SS 44mm "50th Anniversary" GMT current list $7000

get the gmt2c... and by the way... LETS GO RANGERS!!!!!! who is ur hockey team??

angrymofo · 4 July 2009, 04:03 AM

Daytona - white dial

i hate the sedins....

Bebot · 4 July 2009, 04:05 AM

sold my ss y/m and got me a gmt iic

HockeyBrand · 4 July 2009, 04:08 AM

Team Canada!

Yep our city's Team lost single handedly, to the By-fugly-an one!

WoW, this is a tough choice as I flip back and forth weighing each piece's positives! Keep them coming!

JJ Irani · 4 July 2009, 04:54 AM

BOTH!!

Bebot · 4 July 2009, 04:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

BOTH!!

JJ,

I think he is asking which ONE.

scottschoe · 4 July 2009, 05:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HockeyBrand

Two to consider as a watch for the next 6-8 years, which one would you recommend for (Design, Cost, Functionality, Longterm appeal, X-Factor)? Or anything I haven't consider.

SS/Platty YM 40mm current list $9450
SS 44mm "50th Anniversary" GMT current list $7000

For all of those factors, IIC wins.

Z-Sub · 4 July 2009, 05:02 AM

GMT.

sexner · 4 July 2009, 05:24 AM

GMT Master IIc gets my vote also. Hockey team Flyers always.

JJ Irani · 4 July 2009, 05:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bebot

JJ,

I think he is asking which ONE.

I know, Emil, but they are both superb watches. I own the YM so I know how beautiful and dressy it can look, but the GMT-IIC is superbly engineered and so practical to use - in fact, the BEST watch to come out of Basel in recent years.

JJ

sexner · 4 July 2009, 05:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I know, Emil, but they are both superb watches. I own the YM so I know how beautiful and dressy it can look, but the GMT-IIC is superbly engineered and so practical to use - in fact, the BEST watch to come out of Basel in recent years.

JJ

Exactly JJ,

We ,too, have a ladies YM for my frau as well as a GMT 116710 LN, which I also feel is the best thing to come of your forehead (Jocke's photo) in a long time!!

allanofcalifornia · 4 July 2009, 05:43 AM

Buy the GMT!

Allan

allanofcalifornia · 4 July 2009, 05:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bebot

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

BOTH!!

JJ,

I think he is asking which ONE.

Emil,

You know that JJ has to be different!!

Allan

joeyk · 4 July 2009, 08:46 AM

gmt iic for me ;)

xtra3cats · 4 July 2009, 09:15 AM

GMT IIC anytime.

Esquire · 4 July 2009, 11:32 AM

GMT-IIc; it has all the updates! I like the look of the YM a lot more after wearing my GMT-IIc for awhile, but the old bracelet is not as comfortable as the new, updated version.

Lol-x · 4 July 2009, 11:53 AM

The GMTIIC is 40mm (not 44mm) but in terms of bang for your buck, you can't go past that

Andad · 4 July 2009, 12:02 PM

IMO the GMT IIc is the best value. The new case, bracelet and maxi dial brings this model right up to date with the best available from Rolex at this time. Couple these features with the 3186 GMT movement, new ceramic bezel and bezel mechanics - you have the winner.

Watchdog · 4 July 2009, 12:03 PM

IMHO no doubt . . .

GMTIIC

dimster · 4 July 2009, 12:10 PM

For the G-factor: Yachtmaster

For everything else: GMTIIC

I had the choice between the two and I bought the SS GMT even though I already have the TT.
Buying the YM new from the AD was a little hard for me to motivate regarding the pricedrop of a brand new YM.

Buy the GMT now and pick up an almost new LNIB YM later
Just my $0.02

Psmith · 4 July 2009, 12:12 PM

2C

Cheers

China Man · 4 July 2009, 12:13 PM

my vote is for the yacht master

Singslinger · 4 July 2009, 01:06 PM

If resale value within the next 2-3 years is important to you, then the GMT2c is the logical choice because the depreciation hit you'd take on the Platty is greater.

However, I believe the price drop evens out after 6-7 years onwards so if you're not someone who flips regularly and intends to keep the watch for many years, then other factors like aesthetic appeal, the feel against your skin (maybe even the weight) and perhaps price enter the equation (the GMT is cheaper).

My pick would be the Platty partly because it's a bit more exclusive and I like the idea of having a bit of platinum on my wrist, but either way you're on to a winner! Good luck!

Bebot · 4 July 2009, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by allanofcalifornia

Emil,

You know that JJ has to be different!!

Allan

I am learning that now.

He Man · 4 July 2009, 04:26 PM

Gmtc is a much better deal, new movements and bracelet.

View Poll Results: Rolex for a 40th Birthday?
16622 Yachtmaster	43	35.25%
116710 GMTii-C	79	64.75%
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4 July 2009, 02:26 AM	#1
HockeyBrand Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Burnaby Posts: 265	16622 Yachtmaster or 116710 GMTii-C Help me decide on a 40th birthday gift to myself. I am torn between these two pieces and recently discounted the 16613 and 16613 Serti Champagne from my list, otherwise it would have been a three horse race. Perhaps as a 50th! Two to consider as a watch for the next 6-8 years, which one would you recommend for (Design, Cost, Functionality, Longterm appeal, X-Factor)? Or anything I haven't consider. SS/Platty YM 40mm current list $9450 SS 44mm "50th Anniversary" GMT current list $7000

4 July 2009, 02:45 AM	#2
Finley "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: United States Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 417	Yacht Master!!! __________________ I have to be successful because I like expensive things.

4 July 2009, 02:46 AM	#3
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Gmtiic! __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

4 July 2009, 04:54 AM	#10
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	BOTH!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

4 July 2009, 03:28 AM	#4
DRMOVIE1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Beverly Hills Watch: PT/SS YM Posts: 165	lol, those are the exact two watches that I am also considering also! I vote for YM because its way more exclusive, and looks really great for formal or casual settings. I am disapointed that theres no new clasp... but knowing fewer people have it makes up for that. I hear they both have Solid center links..

4 July 2009, 03:49 AM	#5
normandy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Dominic Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,183	Yacht Master

4 July 2009, 04:03 AM	#7
angrymofo Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Vancouver Watch: PAM 113 Posts: 32	Daytona - white dial i hate the sedins....

4 July 2009, 04:05 AM	#8
Bebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Emil Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: U macallit Posts: 2,645	sold my ss y/m and got me a gmt iic

4 July 2009, 04:08 AM	#9
HockeyBrand Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Burnaby Posts: 265	Team Canada! Yep our city's Team lost single handedly, to the By-fugly-an one! WoW, this is a tough choice as I flip back and forth weighing each piece's positives! Keep them coming!

4 July 2009, 05:02 AM	#13
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	GMT. __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

4 July 2009, 05:24 AM	#14
sexner "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: 4Q Location: Nowhere near you Watch: 169622, 124060 Posts: 2,014	GMT Master IIc gets my vote also. Hockey team Flyers always. __________________ One should endeavor to do what is right not what is established.

4 July 2009, 05:43 AM	#17
allanofcalifornia "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Allan Location: California Posts: 3,210	Buy the GMT! Allan

4 July 2009, 08:46 AM	#19
joeyk "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: uk/earth Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 698	gmt iic for me ;)

4 July 2009, 09:15 AM	#20
xtra3cats Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: United States Posts: 931	GMT IIC anytime.

4 July 2009, 11:32 AM	#21
Esquire "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gator Country Watch: GMT-II Ceramic Posts: 266	GMT-IIc; it has all the updates! I like the look of the YM a lot more after wearing my GMT-IIc for awhile, but the old bracelet is not as comfortable as the new, updated version. __________________ GMT-IIc, SMP, 312 Go Gators!

4 July 2009, 11:53 AM	#22
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,267	The GMTIIC is 40mm (not 44mm) but in terms of bang for your buck, you can't go past that __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

4 July 2009, 12:02 PM	#23
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,933	IMO the GMT IIc is the best value. The new case, bracelet and maxi dial brings this model right up to date with the best available from Rolex at this time. Couple these features with the 3186 GMT movement, new ceramic bezel and bezel mechanics - you have the winner. __________________ E

4 July 2009, 12:03 PM	#24
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,730	IMHO no doubt . . . GMTIIC

4 July 2009, 12:10 PM	#25
dimster "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Denver CO Posts: 361	For the G-factor: Yachtmaster For everything else: GMTIIC I had the choice between the two and I bought the SS GMT even though I already have the TT. Buying the YM new from the AD was a little hard for me to motivate regarding the pricedrop of a brand new YM. Buy the GMT now and pick up an almost new LNIB YM later Just my $0.02

4 July 2009, 12:12 PM	#26
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	2C Cheers __________________

4 July 2009, 12:13 PM	#27
China Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Taiwan / NY Watch: 118339 Posts: 111	my vote is for the yacht master

4 July 2009, 01:06 PM	#28
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	If resale value within the next 2-3 years is important to you, then the GMT2c is the logical choice because the depreciation hit you'd take on the Platty is greater. However, I believe the price drop evens out after 6-7 years onwards so if you're not someone who flips regularly and intends to keep the watch for many years, then other factors like aesthetic appeal, the feel against your skin (maybe even the weight) and perhaps price enter the equation (the GMT is cheaper). My pick would be the Platty partly because it's a bit more exclusive and I like the idea of having a bit of platinum on my wrist, but either way you're on to a winner! Good luck!

4 July 2009, 04:26 PM	#30
He Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 43	Gmtc is a much better deal, new movements and bracelet.

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