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Atty · 29 March 2011, 07:39 AM

My AD notified me that the new Yacht-Master II two-tone rose gold will be retailing for $24,800. No word from her yet on the new Daytona or Explorer II.

While initially I was attracted to the new Yacht-Master II, at that price, I'll take a pass. A solid gold Day-Date retails for a bit more, and that can be had with a decent discount. Is it me, or does this price seem way out of line when compared with other two-tone models? I know the movement is special, but to me, it's not $10k more special than a two-tone Daytona.

Oh well... I guess it makes my planning for future purchases easier!

dddrees · 29 March 2011, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Atty

My AD notified me that the new Yacht-Master II two-tone rose gold will be retailing for $24,800. No word from her yet on the new Daytona or Explorer II.

While initially I was attracted to the new Yacht-Master II, at that price, I'll take a pass. A solid gold Day-Date retails for a bit more, and that can be had with a decent discount. Is it me, or does this price seem way out of line when compared with other two-tone models? I know the movement is special, but to me, it's not $10k more special than a two-tone Daytona.

Oh well... I guess it makes my planning for future purchases easier!

Always good to know what it is you really want.

TRW · 29 March 2011, 07:41 AM

F-that.Get an 18k from one of our Guys for close to that.

Atty · 29 March 2011, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by TRW

F-that.Get an 18k from one of our Guys for close to that.

For some strange reason, I really like the rose gold. If the YMII was offered in solid rose gold, I probably would bite from one of our trusted sellers!

TRW · 29 March 2011, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Atty

For some strange reason, I really like the rose gold. If the YMII was offered in solid rose gold, I probably would bite from one of our trusted sellers!

I happen to Like it(Rose Gold)too,but the Price doesn't seem right in Comparison.But for the record,I have as much Knowledge as the Guy who got Banned today.

snowbird · 29 March 2011, 08:08 AM

I think $24,800 is crazy for the YM II TT. For a little more (in terms of list price) you could get a solid gold DD, Sub, GMT, YM etc. I don't think they're going to sell many at that price.

Yazo · 29 March 2011, 09:21 AM

Man that is a sweet watch... I might wait for the gray market prices... thanks very much for the post!!

Tools · 29 March 2011, 09:36 AM

I think that it's a good business move on Rolex part..

The new TT price is $10,000 under the cheapest gold model so they should see sales of the YM II skyrocket with a greatly reduced price...

MonBK · 29 March 2011, 09:39 AM

Seacrest out.

Singslinger · 29 March 2011, 09:43 AM

Looks to me that it's pitched at a very interesting price level - for that kind of money, possible alternatives would be a new WG Blue Sub, full gold Daytona or President.

All beautiful watches but if I had the money, I'd probably pick the YMII...

TRW · 29 March 2011, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

I think that it's a good business move on Rolex part..

The new TT price is $10,000 under the cheapest gold model so they should see sales of the YM II skyrocket with a greatly reduced price...

I Disagree Larry,25K for a TT watch is way too Much(IMO) if the OP'S Source is correct.

Art 1 · 29 March 2011, 09:50 AM

For that money I predict the TT to be a very, very slow seller.

TRW · 29 March 2011, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Art 1

For that money I predict the TT to be a very, very slow seller.

x2

snowbird · 29 March 2011, 10:25 AM

I'm guessing the price is so high relative to other TT models (and close to that of other all gold models) on purpose. Maybe Rolex just can't produce or service large numbers of the YM II movement?

I'm still not sure it makes much sense though. I would guess that most people who can pay $25k for a watch can also pay $35k and if they want a YM II may as well go all gold.

So it's a different equation I think than most TT vs. gold prices - there are a lot more potential buyers at around $10k than at around $25k so the pricing on TT vs. gold Subs etc. makes more sense to me.

Atty · 29 March 2011, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by snowbird

I'm still not sure it makes much sense though. I would guess that most people who can pay $25k for a watch can also pay $35k and if they want a YM II may as well go all gold.

Perhaps that's why Rolex introduced the first TT YMII in rose gold... it's not available as a solid rose gold alternative?

Looking at the 9/2010 price list, where offered, it seems TT models are priced near half or less than their solid gold counterparts (e.g., Daytona TT $14,750, YG $29,500, WG $32,050, PG $32,050; GMTII TT $10,875, YG $27,200; SUB TT $11,250, YG $28,850, WG $31,350).

Regardless, I've lost interest. There are too many others that tickle my fancy at that price point!

robk215k · 29 March 2011, 11:36 AM

I think that's way too much for a tt watch. I really liked it and was thinking it'd be in the 15K range. Oh well....out of reach for me now.

snowbird · 29 March 2011, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Atty

Regardless, I've lost interest. There are too many others that tickle my fancy at that price point!

Yes I agree . . . if I wanted to spend that much on a watch, it wouldn't be on a TT YMII. A little more for a DD or YG Sub makes more sense to me.

EE33 · 29 March 2011, 12:02 PM

$24800 for the TT YMII is way over the top, IMO.
I'd rather pay abit more and get the soild gold version.

Atty · 29 March 2011, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by EE33

$24800 for the TT YMII is way over the top, IMO.
I'd rather pay abit more and get the soild gold version.

I agree, though the YG version is $35,900 and the WG is $40,400. (Surely the premium on the WG version has something to do with the platinum bezel...?)

I haven't priced them, but I suspect good discounts can be had. I can't see these moving too fast.

EE33 · 29 March 2011, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Atty

I agree, though the YG version is $35,900 and the WG is $40,400. (Surely the premium on the WG version has something to do with the platinum bezel...?)

I haven't priced them, but I suspect good discounts can be had. I can't see these moving too fast.

Those are MRSP, try the Trusted Sellers here and you'll be very surprised. I think you'll be able to get a deal less ~30%

mitchy · 29 March 2011, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by EE33

$24800 for the TT YMII is way over the top, IMO.
I'd rather pay abit more and get the soild gold version.

x2 but i do love the look of it. it may be my new grail/watch :P
but if mr sw cant do a big difference between the TT and the WG then i think ill go for the WG

kareemthedream33 · 14 October 2011, 12:42 AM

Just to bring this thread back, I was at my AD yesterday and tried on the TT YM2. I don't like it in pictures, but it is an absolute stunner in person. The rose gold looks amazing with the blue. I tried it on and fell in love. The kicker, however, is that it retails at 26K Canadian. That is just ridiculous for a watch that is TT.

Anyways, just thought I would share that. It is bad to the bone in person. Just way overpriced. Should have snapped a wristshot but forgot.

mtrunner · 14 October 2011, 01:32 AM

As most have stated the price seems a bit steep for a TT watch but I am very interested in seeing this watch in person. I think it is going to look stunning but way to expensive for my taste. I would rather get an all gold watch for about the same price.

irsanm · 14 October 2011, 03:08 AM

If you have the money, you may as well go for it!

The YMII is in a different league mechanically and in beauty (for me) compared to other rolex (no offence intented guys).

I will also be getting the WG YMII or the IWC portugueses perpetual calender in December..whatever your decision, good luck with it!!

29 March 2011, 07:39 AM	#1
Atty Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Illinois Watch: Too many Posts: 45	Yacht-Master II two-tone My AD notified me that the new Yacht-Master II two-tone rose gold will be retailing for $24,800. No word from her yet on the new Daytona or Explorer II. While initially I was attracted to the new Yacht-Master II, at that price, I'll take a pass. A solid gold Day-Date retails for a bit more, and that can be had with a decent discount. Is it me, or does this price seem way out of line when compared with other two-tone models? I know the movement is special, but to me, it's not $10k more special than a two-tone Daytona. Oh well... I guess it makes my planning for future purchases easier!

29 March 2011, 08:08 AM	#6
snowbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: USA Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 2,157	I think $24,800 is crazy for the YM II TT. For a little more (in terms of list price) you could get a solid gold DD, Sub, GMT, YM etc. I don't think they're going to sell many at that price. Last edited by snowbird; 29 March 2011 at 08:10 AM.. Reason: clarification

29 March 2011, 09:36 AM	#8
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,129	I think that it's a good business move on Rolex part.. The new TT price is $10,000 under the cheapest gold model so they should see sales of the YM II skyrocket with a greatly reduced price... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

29 March 2011, 11:36 AM	#16
robk215k "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Rob Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 460	I think that's way too much for a tt watch. I really liked it and was thinking it'd be in the 15K range. Oh well....out of reach for me now. __________________ Found my TT Bluesy 116613 from and AD! Next....

29 March 2011, 12:02 PM	#18
EE33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Des Location: China Watch: 16613 16710 116520 Posts: 2,841	$24800 for the TT YMII is way over the top, IMO. I'd rather pay abit more and get the soild gold version. __________________ *TRFs "after Dark" bar and NightClub Addict* Punctuality is the courtesy shown only by Kings Dalip: "GTG posts are worthless without pics, absolutely worthless"

29 March 2011, 07:41 AM	#3
TRW Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: tennessee Watch: 16623 YM Posts: 3,630	F-that.Get an 18k from one of our Guys for close to that.

29 March 2011, 09:21 AM	#7
Yazo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,812	Man that is a sweet watch... I might wait for the gray market prices... thanks very much for the post!!

29 March 2011, 09:39 AM	#9
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,281	Seacrest out.

29 March 2011, 09:43 AM	#10
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	Looks to me that it's pitched at a very interesting price level - for that kind of money, possible alternatives would be a new WG Blue Sub, full gold Daytona or President. All beautiful watches but if I had the money, I'd probably pick the YMII...

29 March 2011, 09:50 AM	#12
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	For that money I predict the TT to be a very, very slow seller.

29 March 2011, 10:25 AM	#14
snowbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: USA Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 2,157	I'm guessing the price is so high relative to other TT models (and close to that of other all gold models) on purpose. Maybe Rolex just can't produce or service large numbers of the YM II movement? I'm still not sure it makes much sense though. I would guess that most people who can pay $25k for a watch can also pay $35k and if they want a YM II may as well go all gold. So it's a different equation I think than most TT vs. gold prices - there are a lot more potential buyers at around $10k than at around $25k so the pricing on TT vs. gold Subs etc. makes more sense to me.

14 October 2011, 12:42 AM	#22
kareemthedream33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canada Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,748	Just to bring this thread back, I was at my AD yesterday and tried on the TT YM2. I don't like it in pictures, but it is an absolute stunner in person. The rose gold looks amazing with the blue. I tried it on and fell in love. The kicker, however, is that it retails at 26K Canadian. That is just ridiculous for a watch that is TT. Anyways, just thought I would share that. It is bad to the bone in person. Just way overpriced. Should have snapped a wristshot but forgot.

14 October 2011, 01:32 AM	#23
mtrunner 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,825	As most have stated the price seems a bit steep for a TT watch but I am very interested in seeing this watch in person. I think it is going to look stunning but way to expensive for my taste. I would rather get an all gold watch for about the same price.

14 October 2011, 03:08 AM	#24
irsanm Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Jakarta Watch: Tag Aqua Calibre S Posts: 26	If you have the money, you may as well go for it! The YMII is in a different league mechanically and in beauty (for me) compared to other rolex (no offence intented guys). I will also be getting the WG YMII or the IWC portugueses perpetual calender in December..whatever your decision, good luck with it!!

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