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Old 4 April 2020, 03:28 PM   #121
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Thanks, man! I love the warmth of the blue dial on the YG one myself. It’s called Royal Blue and the SS/Plat one has the cobalt blue dial which is a bit “colder” but sportier in appearance...this might be common info to all y’all but anyway...

Not to me! Learn something new everyday on here (almost)

Thanks for sharing and enjoy the watch!
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Old 4 April 2020, 03:28 PM   #122
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Yup! It goes well with a dress shirt as well as a sweat shirt...goes well on both jubilee and on oyster for that matter : )

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Old 4 April 2020, 03:31 PM   #123
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Love mine, I don’t get whey they aren’t more popular either. But then again I don’t buy what’s popular, I buy what I like.

Also the number one gripe seems to be fear of scratching the bezel. I don’t have a single mark after 4 months of near daily wear.

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Old 4 April 2020, 03:32 PM   #124
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I’ve been really enjoying this reference, can’t seem to take it off!



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Old 4 April 2020, 06:51 PM   #125
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I originally owned the platinum dial and changed for the newer blue dial but have now gone back to the platinum as even though the bracelet clasp isn't as good I think the watch looks better.
I don't understand the 'scratch magnet' comments, have any of those people actually owned one? it does influence people and nearly put me off buying one originally.
I've never sctached the bezel on any of the three I've owned and worn daily.
The vault in Hatton Garden quote £40/£50 for a sand blast refinish anyway so it's nothing to worry about, much better looking watch in my opinion to the submariner which I have also in many different versions
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Old 5 April 2020, 01:05 AM   #126
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You can’t go wrong with either rhodium or blue. I was in a similar predicament but since I own a blue dial Rolex already, I got the rhodium. Not to mention the rhodium’s monochromatic look is stunning, and it looks more classy/luxurious with the rhodium dial and blue accents.
Since I have a Bluesy I’m leaning the same way. Right now the variation in my collection is as good as a way as any to choose...and in no way would I consider it settling....yours is gorgeous!
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Old 5 April 2020, 01:22 AM   #127
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It the first Rolex I ever wanted and (after many trades) is my most recent acquisition. It’s a little less “tool looking” and does not have the pedigree of the Sub or GMT. But I don’t need others to buy into it in order for me to appreciate it. If you want to see some amazing pics, see Jocke’s photos on this reference.

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Old 5 April 2020, 03:28 AM   #128
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The YM is just an ultimate spring and summer time watch in my opinion. Hard to beat all the YM dial variations in the sunlight!
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Old 5 April 2020, 05:39 AM   #129
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Love the WG on OF. Stealth wealth.
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Old 5 April 2020, 06:07 AM   #130
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I’ve hated the YachtMaster for years!!! Metallic bezels?? YUCK!! Then I saw one and now it’s on my wrist. Love the blue sunburst variant as well.
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Old 6 April 2020, 12:41 AM   #131
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It's an anti depression watch too..esp on cloudy days..
And also..in a pandemic too..
Every time I look at it..no matter what the lighting conditions..it just brings me up a notch or two..
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Old 6 April 2020, 12:49 AM   #132
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I think the YM40 with the blue dial is a really beautiful watch and could be having a place in my collection not too far in the future. 40mm beautiful thin case, amazing dial with red text and sec hands, nice oyster bracelet, can be dressy and sport at the same time.. true winner but people want something to look like a Sub I guess


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Old 9 July 2020, 12:30 PM   #133
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Yachty bump!
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Old 9 July 2020, 12:52 PM   #134
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They are more expensive than a SS Sub or GMT. That may be one reason.
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Old 9 July 2020, 12:57 PM   #135
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I've never quite understood the criticism against this model. The yacht floats my boat.



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Ugly, IMO. But the person wearing it that I know is an awful person,,,hence not a fan.
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Old 9 July 2020, 12:59 PM   #136
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I love the look and the price isn't too bad on the resale market. I haven't seen one at my two local ads for a while, but saw one two years ago in the display.
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Old 10 July 2020, 02:53 AM   #137
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Ugly, IMO. But the person wearing it that I know is an awful person,,,hence not a fan.
Oh no, that's terrible.
I'm glad that person is not me


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Old 10 July 2020, 03:33 AM   #138
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Love both of mine. The Everose gold piece is stunning and on the SS piece the blue dial is very prominent and really pops especially in sunlight.
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Old 10 July 2020, 04:46 AM   #139
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Why is yachtmaster so underrated

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It isn't underrated in my opinion. I like the dials but I do not like the bezels.


IMHO, it's the combination of the dials and the unique platinum bezels that really make the watch. I find the ones with the black bezel and rubber straps far less appealing. I personally love the smaller footprint and thinner profile the watch provides. It's the only Rolex made with a rotating bezel that doesn't need a diet.

So back to the original question. Most want to get as much as possible for as little as possible. Submariners are cheaper and thus sell better. I don't think they look near as nice. I'd much rather wear the Yachtmaster than any other rotating bezel Rolex.



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Old 10 July 2020, 05:13 AM   #140
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I guess it's my ignorance but I've always assumed it was because they wear small for a 40mm in relation to the other SS's in the line up.

I always thought this watch is in better proportion as a 42mm. I know they do a YM42, I assumed the rest of the line up would follow suit in time but maybe not.

That said, it wouldn't put me off. I have always thought the YM would be the perfect one watch Rolex.
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Old 31 July 2020, 09:35 AM   #141
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Just spent 30 minutes looking at reviews of this watch on youtube. It looks great "live" on video. For the lucky owners here I highly recommend.
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Old 31 July 2020, 10:59 AM   #142
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I love blue but not the YM1. The 2 yes I like that.
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Old 31 July 2020, 12:28 PM   #144
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Underrated because of its price I think.More looking good models in Rolex line to this price.
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Old 1 August 2020, 09:21 AM   #145
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Totally awesome reference, Sub in a tuxedo.
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Beautiful watch. A toe-dip into luxury if you’re used to SS pieces like me.




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Why is yachtmaster so underrated

My YM goes where subs fear to tread!!!!

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Old 1 August 2020, 02:02 PM   #148
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My YM goes where subs fear to tread!!!!

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Matter of fact I prefer my YM blue dial over my Sub as well.
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Did you change the DW color? Looks awesome with the red.
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Old 1 August 2020, 02:08 PM   #150
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Did you change the DW color? Looks awesome with the red.

Originally a 16622 with silver dial, swap dial to blue plus red date wheel


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