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Sub King · 5 November 2020, 02:44 AM

Hi all,

My father is looking to purchase his first Rolex, and he wants a watch that he can wear everyday, in all situations.

He is torn between the YG and TT Submariners.

On one hand, he prefers the look of the YG.

On the other hand, he is worried about the added weight, flashiness, and reduced durability versus TT. It also comes with a hefty price premium.

I told him he should go for the YG. The man is 60 years old and has worked hard all his life. However, as a modest and frugal person, he is understandably wondering if it is overkill when the TT seems like the "better" daily watch.

Please advise so that I can help my father make the right decision. Thank you so much.

joli160 · 5 November 2020, 02:57 AM

There is nothing wrong with wearing a gold watch as a daily, I do it every day.
Nobody cares or notice.

The heft is amazing, really like the substantial feel of a full gold.
Contrary to popular belief I see no difference in wear or scratches between PM, TT and SS. They all scratch the same.
I tend to find the TT even more blingy compared to a full gold.

After a life of hard work and caring your dad deserves it

szabo_martin · 5 November 2020, 03:12 AM

Agreed, no issue wearing YG everyday. Plus the PM sub is so much more substantial in every way

Tangier11 · 5 November 2020, 03:17 AM

I wear a DD in YG and a SS and YG DJ as a daily wearers, I see no less or more scratches on the YG vs SS.. Wear it and enjoy in good health a PM Rolex is not the dainty fragile piece some on here think it is

ltmgeller · 5 November 2020, 03:36 AM

Go for the gold! The YG Sub is amazing and can take a beating.

puckybadger · 5 November 2020, 03:38 AM

Please remember that whatever $$$ is spent is really just temporary because many people are able to turn a Rolex into cash years later, and, just depending, for a profit, and, you have had the use of the watch all that time.
In 2016 I bought a 2002 Ferrari 456M GT for $75K and people thought I was nuts. I tell everyone it's just a savings account I get to drive. Get the YG.

AK797 · 5 November 2020, 04:00 AM

At 60 he's paid his dues and should get the full gold, I'm sure he's not that worried about little marks here and there, only us lot care that much.

Sub King · 5 November 2020, 04:02 AM

Loving the responses so far, and will be showing them to my dad.

This forum is such a wonderful community

Bigblu10 · 5 November 2020, 04:46 AM

I daily wear a YG Sub after previously owning and daily wearing a TT 16613.
Solid gold is much more rewarding to wear and the look is mesmerizing.
A two tone watch is just a steel watch with a few gold accents, not the same.

csaltphoto · 5 November 2020, 04:59 AM

YG sub is an amazing looking watch. Go for it, the only regret will be not doing it sooner. And as other members have noted it's one of those models that is a better way to enjoy your savings every day rather than looking at a bank statement.

sachit · 5 November 2020, 05:02 AM

I would say two tone is more flashier than YG..

Ranger67 · 5 November 2020, 05:09 AM

If the price isn’t an issue YG all the way.

Maiden · 5 November 2020, 05:32 AM

I daily wear a YG sub and previously did the same with a day date. Solid gold absolutely fine for a daily. I owned a 2 tone ceramic bluesy and that's a great daily as well. So no wrong answer here, he should pick what he wants to wear the most.

nocaps · 5 November 2020, 05:35 AM

as the owner of a yellow gold day date, i'll be the contrarian. the gold
sub is beautiful watch, but it's a big slug of yellow metal. i'm not convinced
that a modest man would wear it every day. however, if he goes that route,
he'll need a stainless steel watch to wear on those days when subtlety is
required.

Burlington · 5 November 2020, 05:59 AM

As an only watch, that would take some beating!

Don’t forget some incoming pics !

peterpl · 5 November 2020, 06:28 AM

I wear gold every single day no issues at all.

He's 60 years old man. Its time to chuck money aside and just enjoy life. If he doesnt buy and enjoy a full gold watch now when will he ever do it?

Time to enjoy the rest of his life with a solid gold piece.

Giangos · 5 November 2020, 06:49 AM

Yellow gold all the way.
That would suit a man his age and no doubt he deserves it

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JSolution · 5 November 2020, 07:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joli160

There is nothing wrong with wearing a gold watch as a daily, I do it every day.
Nobody cares or notice.

The heft is amazing, really like the substantial feel of a full gold.
Contrary to popular belief I see no difference in wear or scratches between PM, TT and SS. They all scratch the same.
I tend to find the TT even more blingy compared to a full gold.

After a life of hard work and caring your dad deserves it

I’ve had a lot more comments (recently actually) about tt watches. Not once on a full gold.

Calatrava r · 5 November 2020, 07:50 AM

I would get the full gold if its a one only. Really get your money's worth that way.

brandrea · 5 November 2020, 07:51 AM

I’ve never been a fan of TT. If you’re going to go gold, go all in IMHO

Bladeshot · 5 November 2020, 09:29 AM

Yellow gold! It can be a daily. He will enjoy it! Either Black or Blue - wonderful.

We needed pics.

PS, I’m 52. I’m enjoying mine now, and the kid can have it when I’m done.

ngypheap · 5 November 2020, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bladeshot

Yellow gold! It can be a daily. He will enjoy it! Either Black or Blue - wonderful.

We needed pics.

PS, I’m 52. I’m enjoying mine now, and the kid can have it when I’m done.

It is look stunning

Grant

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juve · 5 November 2020, 10:28 AM

Why not ?

Bladeshot · 5 November 2020, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ngypheap

It is look stunning

Grant

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You ought to know, Pete! Let’s see yours!

Maiden · 5 November 2020, 10:56 AM

Wear the gold every day.

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Pw92676 · 5 November 2020, 11:01 AM

He should get what he wants more. Ignore what “seems like a better daily.” Sounds like the full YG is what he wants. Get it and add something else (Seiko etc) as a “beater” and then the combo may suffice more than one watch being a “daily.”

ngypheap · 5 November 2020, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bladeshot

You ought to know, Pete! Let’s see yours!

It is the king of Sub, and a keeper watch.

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iliketime · 5 November 2020, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ltmgeller

Go for the gold! The YG Sub is amazing and can take a beating.

no surprises there

mmmmp · 5 November 2020, 11:50 AM

Let him decide what he wants. My father was my hero and I'm sure you feel the same way. Help him, coach him and advise him but ultimately, he needs to feel exhilarated at owning a Rolex. His decision is all that matters.

But, be forewarned. If he decides he doesn't quite 'bond' with it, PM trade-ins can be very painful financially.

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Bladeshot · 5 November 2020, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ngypheap

It is the king of Sub, and a keeper watch.

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5 November 2020, 02:44 AM	#1
Sub King "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Canada Watch: 124060 Posts: 401	YG Submariner as only watch?! Hi all, My father is looking to purchase his first Rolex, and he wants a watch that he can wear everyday, in all situations. He is torn between the YG and TT Submariners. On one hand, he prefers the look of the YG. On the other hand, he is worried about the added weight, flashiness, and reduced durability versus TT. It also comes with a hefty price premium. I told him he should go for the YG. The man is 60 years old and has worked hard all his life. However, as a modest and frugal person, he is understandably wondering if it is overkill when the TT seems like the "better" daily watch. Please advise so that I can help my father make the right decision. Thank you so much.

5 November 2020, 02:57 AM	#2
joli160 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,355	There is nothing wrong with wearing a gold watch as a daily, I do it every day. Nobody cares or notice. The heft is amazing, really like the substantial feel of a full gold. Contrary to popular belief I see no difference in wear or scratches between PM, TT and SS. They all scratch the same. I tend to find the TT even more blingy compared to a full gold. After a life of hard work and caring your dad deserves it __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

5 November 2020, 03:36 AM	#5
ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,377	Go for the gold! The YG Sub is amazing and can take a beating. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

5 November 2020, 05:32 AM	#13
Maiden "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 3,650	I daily wear a YG sub and previously did the same with a day date. Solid gold absolutely fine for a daily. I owned a 2 tone ceramic bluesy and that's a great daily as well. So no wrong answer here, he should pick what he wants to wear the most. __________________ Rolex 116613LN Rolex 16610LN Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41mm Omega Geneve Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAY2112 Orient Ray 2

5 November 2020, 05:59 AM	#15
Burlington "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Europe Posts: 5,635	As an only watch, that would take some beating! Don’t forget some incoming pics ! __________________ “My tastes are simple; I am easily satisfied with the best.” ― Winston S. Churchill

5 November 2020, 03:12 AM	#3
szabo_martin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Canada Watch: 5711,Sub,DS,YM42 Posts: 796	Agreed, no issue wearing YG everyday. Plus the PM sub is so much more substantial in every way

5 November 2020, 03:17 AM	#4
Tangier11 Banned Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Paul Location: Southern Virginia Watch: ROLEX Posts: 2,544	I wear a DD in YG and a SS and YG DJ as a daily wearers, I see no less or more scratches on the YG vs SS.. Wear it and enjoy in good health a PM Rolex is not the dainty fragile piece some on here think it is

5 November 2020, 03:38 AM	#6
puckybadger "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Milwaukee Watch: AP ROO/Rolex Sub Posts: 204	Please remember that whatever $$$ is spent is really just temporary because many people are able to turn a Rolex into cash years later, and, just depending, for a profit, and, you have had the use of the watch all that time. In 2016 I bought a 2002 Ferrari 456M GT for $75K and people thought I was nuts. I tell everyone it's just a savings account I get to drive. Get the YG.

5 November 2020, 04:00 AM	#7
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,232	At 60 he's paid his dues and should get the full gold, I'm sure he's not that worried about little marks here and there, only us lot care that much.

5 November 2020, 04:02 AM	#8
Sub King "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Canada Watch: 124060 Posts: 401	Loving the responses so far, and will be showing them to my dad. This forum is such a wonderful community

5 November 2020, 04:46 AM	#9
Bigblu10 Banned Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Jaime Location: Here Posts: 5,606	I daily wear a YG Sub after previously owning and daily wearing a TT 16613. Solid gold is much more rewarding to wear and the look is mesmerizing. A two tone watch is just a steel watch with a few gold accents, not the same.

5 November 2020, 04:59 AM	#10
csaltphoto "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: US Watch: sub Posts: 2,293	YG sub is an amazing looking watch. Go for it, the only regret will be not doing it sooner. And as other members have noted it's one of those models that is a better way to enjoy your savings every day rather than looking at a bank statement.

5 November 2020, 05:02 AM	#11
sachit "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: india Posts: 455	I would say two tone is more flashier than YG..

5 November 2020, 05:09 AM	#12
Ranger67 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: Gary Location: London UK Watch: 116613LB Bluesy Posts: 1,066	If the price isn’t an issue YG all the way.

5 November 2020, 05:35 AM	#14
nocaps "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: victor Location: silicon valley Watch: platona 2x bark dd Posts: 301	as the owner of a yellow gold day date, i'll be the contrarian. the gold sub is beautiful watch, but it's a big slug of yellow metal. i'm not convinced that a modest man would wear it every day. however, if he goes that route, he'll need a stainless steel watch to wear on those days when subtlety is required.

5 November 2020, 06:28 AM	#16
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	I wear gold every single day no issues at all. He's 60 years old man. Its time to chuck money aside and just enjoy life. If he doesnt buy and enjoy a full gold watch now when will he ever do it? Time to enjoy the rest of his life with a solid gold piece.

5 November 2020, 06:49 AM	#17
Giangos "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: WG BLRO, Sub C, WG Posts: 1,565	Yellow gold all the way. That would suit a man his age and no doubt he deserves it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

5 November 2020, 07:50 AM	#19
Calatrava r 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 10,596	I would get the full gold if its a one only. Really get your money's worth that way.

5 November 2020, 07:51 AM	#20
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,696	I’ve never been a fan of TT. If you’re going to go gold, go all in IMHO

5 November 2020, 09:29 AM	#21
Bladeshot 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Grant Location: U.S. Watch: GMT 1675 PCG Gilt Posts: 5,718	YG Submariner as only watch?! Yellow gold! It can be a daily. He will enjoy it! Either Black or Blue - wonderful. We needed pics. PS, I’m 52. I’m enjoying mine now, and the kid can have it when I’m done. __________________ Just another WIS who loves to trade...

5 November 2020, 10:28 AM	#23
juve "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Real Name: Boris Location: CT Posts: 884	Why not ?

5 November 2020, 10:56 AM	#25
Maiden "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 3,650	Wear the gold every day. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex 116613LN Rolex 16610LN Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41mm Omega Geneve Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAY2112 Orient Ray 2

5 November 2020, 11:01 AM	#26
Pw92676 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Georgia Posts: 6,131	He should get what he wants more. Ignore what “seems like a better daily.” Sounds like the full YG is what he wants. Get it and add something else (Seiko etc) as a “beater” and then the combo may suffice more than one watch being a “daily.”

5 November 2020, 11:50 AM	#29
mmmmp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mark P Location: Toronto Watch: SS Wimbledon DJ41 Posts: 2,046	Let him decide what he wants. My father was my hero and I'm sure you feel the same way. Help him, coach him and advise him but ultimately, he needs to feel exhilarated at owning a Rolex. His decision is all that matters. But, be forewarned. If he decides he doesn't quite 'bond' with it, PM trade-ins can be very painful financially. Sent from my SM-A520W using Tapatalk

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