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Chas58 · 15 September 2018, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Singslinger

…However, I've been told that one reason why it may not be that popular is that the bezel scratches easily and is very costly to replace since it's platinum.

There are threads here on people getting them refinished. They do look kinda worn after 5 years (the matt part between the numbers gets shiny) You can buy a SS bezel for ~$50, or OEM Platinum for $285

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... most people don't have a yacht that needs mastering. Personally, I'd feel like a tool if I owned a yachtmaster minus the yacht.

Funny! I race yachts, I but don’t need the watch for that. We use something digital (or a stop watch) for timing when the gun goes off. But during a 300 mile race, good lume is important to know when your night shift is going to end.

I dive, but no one uses a watch for diving – that is what dive computers are for.

As for price, all used models gravitate towards the SS price. If the Rolex is not SS, it is overpriced. So a Platinum YM ends up priced where a SS sub would be – maybe less for the albinoish version YM.

VicLeChic · 15 September 2018, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Chas58

As for price, all used models gravitate towards the SS price. If the Rolex is not SS, it is overpriced. So a Platinum YM ends up priced where a SS sub would be – maybe less for the albinoish version YM.

When I bought my YM 116622 platinum dial in 2015, the retail price was 11,350 euros where I live. All ADs would give me a 15% discount, nothing more. My grail, loved the look on my wrist, the fit was perfect. So I went online and got it new and stickered full set from an Italian grey seller on Chrono24. It cost me....wait for it.... 7,650 euros (all taxes and shipping included). That's a whopping 33% off for a new piece. Preowned ones were barely cheaper, just not worth it. But that was 3 years ago and boy has it changed since, with the whole madness. I saw one the other day advertised on eBay new stickered full set for 12K USD (the same platinum dial ref 116622).

Brew · 15 September 2018, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by VicLeChic

And I'm sure it helps you catching fish too! Fish-Catcher is it's real name.

Indeed!

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CRM114 · 15 September 2018, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by mrricks

All other things being equal, I doubt that 1.5 mm thickness difference would affect water resistance.

It's actually a .075 difference of thickness and resistance to deforming/bending inwards under pressure.

Why do you doubt it?

Xxmikeyb · 15 September 2018, 08:28 AM

I personally think it would look so much better on a brown leather strap.

DoctorA · 15 September 2018, 08:35 AM

I actually really like the YM and YM II
very unique watches.

PathfinderMP · 15 September 2018, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by HONDABBQ

It has been said above by SG56, those that want a statement watch so everyone knows its a Rolex wont buy it. its stylings are different from the Rolex standard, DJ's and Divers.

It blows any boring black Sub out of the water, no pun intended, visually speaking.

That’s gorgeous

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blue lion · 15 September 2018, 10:01 AM

I like the YMII, would never consider the YM.

Chas58 · 18 September 2018, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by VicLeChic

When I bought my YM 116622 platinum dial in 2015, the retail price was 11,350 euros where I live. All ADs would give me a 15% discount, nothing more. My grail, loved the look on my wrist, the fit was perfect. So I went online and got it new and stickered full set from an Italian grey seller on Chrono24. It cost me....wait for it.... 7,650 euros (all taxes and shipping included). That's a whopping 33% off for a new piece. Preowned ones were barely cheaper, just not worth it. But that was 3 years ago and boy has it changed since, with the whole madness. I saw one the other day advertised on eBay new stickered full set for 12K USD (the same platinum dial ref 116622).

Wow, that is amazing and depressing. I've read here of people getting a YM at 15-20% off at their AD, but mine is sticking to retail. Looks like a mint condition used one goes for 9k-10K in the used market these days.

uansari1 · 16 October 2018, 07:33 AM

Was offered a blue dial 116622 today for around USD 8,800 because I don’t have to pay VAT here in Turkey. Just not sure it’s singing to me.

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R!$ · 16 October 2018, 07:53 AM

its not a dress watch and not a sports watch

UnicoJG · 16 October 2018, 08:13 AM

It’s an acquired taste, just like the Cellini.

RTG · 16 October 2018, 08:45 AM

YM is the sub for beautiful people. Bought one for my beautiful wife. The higher price seems to really bug the sub-only crowd.

tyler1980 · 16 October 2018, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by RTG

YM is the sub for beautiful people. Bought one for my beautiful wife. The higher price seems to really bug the sub-only crowd.

i have no idea why. Its different and there are objective and explainable reasons why.

mml4 · 16 October 2018, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 904VT

I have a feeling that when Rolex adds the 3235 and perhaps a few Ceramic bezel options, it will be a lot more popular.

Not! The platinum bezel is what gives it it's personna. Put a ceramic bezel on it and it's just a Sub. Nothing wrong with the Sub but the YM is special!.Ask the folks that own one!

tyler1980 · 16 October 2018, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by mml4

Not! The platinum bezel is what gives it it's personna. Put a ceramic bezel on it and it's just a Sub. Nothing wrong with the Sub but the YM is special!.Ask the folks that own one!

or gold and ceramic, but i get your point

Brew · 16 October 2018, 09:24 AM

A ceramic bezel would kill the model for me.

Romeomikehotel · 18 October 2018, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by RTG

YM is the sub for beautiful people. The higher price seems to really bug the sub-only crowd.

The Sub is the Chevy Tahoe 4x4 to the YM’s Escalade AWD.

jstan9 · 18 October 2018, 08:26 AM

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jltait · 18 October 2018, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by RTG

YM is the sub for beautiful people. Bought one for my beautiful wife. The higher price seems to really bug the sub-only crowd.

Romeomikehotel · 18 October 2018, 11:27 AM

A fresh brushing on the bracelet

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Onikage · 18 October 2018, 11:29 AM

If they made it cheaper than the Sub it would be very popular.

mineral · 18 October 2018, 12:24 PM

Nothing wrong with YM and still one of my favorite in my collection

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Romeomikehotel · 18 October 2018, 12:45 PM

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Nothing wrong with YM and still one of my favorite in my collection

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I hope to see the YM on jubilee in person some day.

tyler1980 · 18 October 2018, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Onikage

If they made it cheaper than the Sub it would be very popular.

and a sub would be even more popular at black bay prices too

HONDABBQ · 18 October 2018, 09:26 PM

I'm waiting for this to be released. I wonder how many YM haters would convert?

♕ Rolex 116400 GV Z Blue
♕ Rolex 116622 Dark Rhodium

tyler1980 · 18 October 2018, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by HONDABBQ

I'm waiting for this to be released. I wonder how many YM haters would convert?

♕ Rolex 116400 GV Z Blue
♕ Rolex 116622 Dark Rhodium

bezel would have to be WG or PT under the insert if its SS case, but i doubt they would offer OF on that... or a fully WG piece like the RG version. Otherwise i would say its not happening.

duc888 · 18 October 2018, 10:25 PM

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but i doubt they would offer OF on that... or a fully WG piece like the RG version

I think that could be possible and if I think about the combination of WG and the shown bezel from Monochrome....it could be a piece of interest

Flex368 · 18 October 2018, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Romeomikehotel

A fresh brushing on the bracelet

Love this photo.

Is that a 16622 or 116622?

Devildog · 18 October 2018, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by tyler1980

bezel would have to be WG or PT under the insert if its SS case, but i doubt they would offer OF on that... or a fully WG piece like the RG version. Otherwise i would say its not happening.

I recon if that was all SS with the ceramic insert (basically Rolex doing to the RG YM on OF what they did to the WG BLRO in baking an all steel version) it would be a winner.

Would need to retail at $1000 less than a sub date however.

15 September 2018, 08:28 AM	#215
Xxmikeyb "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Mikey Location: Wellington Watch: 116710LN Posts: 129	I personally think it would look so much better on a brown leather strap. __________________ When you are in a minority of one, the truth is still the truth.

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DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,523	I actually really like the YM and YM II very unique watches. __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

16 October 2018, 07:33 AM	#220
uansari1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Doha, Qatar Watch: Polar 16570 Posts: 535	What is up with the Yachmaster? Was offered a blue dial 116622 today for around USD 8,800 because I don’t have to pay VAT here in Turkey. Just not sure it’s singing to me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Explorer II 16570 Polar (3186) GMT Master II 116710LN GMT Master II 126710BLRO (jubilee) Explorer 124270 Omega Seamaster GMT 50th Anniversary

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jstan9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Jon Location: Bay Area Watch: Rolex GMT BLNR Posts: 1,339	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Platinum YM, BLNR, Rhodium YM, Tudor North Flag

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Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,758	If they made it cheaper than the Sub it would be very popular. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

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blue lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Florida State! Watch: It's just a watch. Posts: 1,463	I like the YMII, would never consider the YM.

16 October 2018, 07:53 AM	#221
R!$ Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,405	its not a dress watch and not a sports watch

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UnicoJG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: U.S.A. Watch: Always! Posts: 557	It’s an acquired taste, just like the Cellini.

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RTG 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Watch: Sky-Dweller Posts: 2,429	YM is the sub for beautiful people. Bought one for my beautiful wife. The higher price seems to really bug the sub-only crowd.

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Brew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Larry Location: Finger Lakes Posts: 6,007	A ceramic bezel would kill the model for me.

18 October 2018, 11:27 AM	#231
Romeomikehotel "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Florida Posts: 95	A fresh brushing on the bracelet Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

18 October 2018, 12:24 PM	#233
mineral "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 3,670	Nothing wrong with YM and still one of my favorite in my collection Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Watching date changes every midnight

18 October 2018, 09:26 PM	#236
HONDABBQ "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Canada Posts: 998	I'm waiting for this to be released. I wonder how many YM haters would convert? ♕ Rolex 116400 GV Z Blue ♕ Rolex 116622 Dark Rhodium __________________ ♕116400GV Z Blue ♕116622 Yacht Master Rhodium Piaget Polo S ADLC

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