Will I regret the Solid Gold Sub?

[mdotpoker]

I have a 16628 yachtmaster from 1998. I love the heft. I would buy it and not look back.


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[TakeYourTime]

If you are worried about scratches why not a DD40? You won't see the scratches on the President as bad as on an Oyster + the "light play" of the President is fantastic (at least for WG... haven't worn a YG yet).

[WJGESQ]

Originally Posted by Superavengerlyons

Hi TRF,

I posted a while ago about asking your opinion on trading up my two tone 116613 sunburst, to the 116618 sunburst. I just hope I don't regret it.

Any input on real life strength difference, nuisance, regret getting rid of the two tone, bracelet stretch, etc.

Having a hard time letting the TT go! Thanks!

Justin

There's no way you'd regret that swap.

It's a halo piece.

[Rolexwatch12]

i love this piece

[JacksonStone]

Let's hear it for people who read the entire thread before posting.

[subprimero]

Instead of trading the TT plus cash why not just buy a 118238 and keep the TT.

[Superavengerlyons]

Originally Posted by subprimero

Instead of trading the TT plus cash why not just buy a 118238 and keep the TT.

40MM only. Which means 25k additional!

[rmlovett1]

I’d make the step up!

[Jamie1111]

The gold bluesy is perfection

[challer]

You won’t regret it but why the hesitation? Some like TT but for me and many here, two tone weakens the look.

[LuminousMaximus]

The only way you will regret the Solid Gold Sub is...


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Not buying it!

[Kostas]

regrets ? Haaa!

[AbqRolexFan]

I used to own a TT blue Sub and upgraded to a WG Sub a number of years ago. Absolutely no regrets! I'm not a big fan of yellow gold, and I like the way the WG Sub flies under the radar. I also like the heft of it on the wrist.

[Artemus]

If I was in the YG market, I'd go with the GMT rather than the Sub. Similar watches. Solid gold seems like a fine upgrade for a travel watch, but I feel like the Sub is trying too hard in YG given its intended purpose. That, and why not get the extra functionality?

[dba]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

Let's hear it for people who read the entire thread before posting.

Very good.

[Cauhauna]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

My rule of thumb is never to buy a watch in gold or gold and steel when the same watch can be had in SS. If you want a PM watch, I would opt for a DD.

My fav Rolex is the 116619 WG Sub, but this rule of thumb makes a lot of sense.

I have a similar one for sports cars - American cars with engine options with less than 8 cylinders aren’t real sports cars. Translation: Corvette and Viper are the only choices if you’re buying American.

[ppalasthira]

If you want it, just get it man. I wore the 718 full YG GMT2 for so many years without a problem at all.

Just bear in the mind that a full gold Sub is gonna weigh almost 300 grams.

[peterpl]

there is NOTHING to regret upgrading to a full YG Sub. That is a killer watch and the grail of many.

100% go for it.

[tuna_gmt]

Originally Posted by Kostas

regrets ? Haaa!

That watch is gorgeous. I never thought about a sub or solid YG watch before but that might change my mind.


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[steve099]

I have had my 116619 around a month now, its my first PM watch and the only negative I have to table is its soft so its very easy to scratch.

Dont get me wrong, I love it to bits but boy oh boy it does scratch easy.

[Etschell]

Yeah I am wanting one as well. I know I wont regret it but it is still hard to pull the trigger because for me it is a big purchase.

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by peterpl

there is NOTHING to regret upgrading to a full YG Sub. That is a killer watch and the grail of many.

100% go for it.

I did it and regret nada!

[codecow]

No way, you’ll love it.

[Fort Rolex]

Have seen the solid gold being worn in the wild one time with a white tee and jeans. Was mesmerizing

[fosbibr]

get the solid gold blue dial sub - you will love it. the blue dial pops. Personally, I went a 16628 YM with a blue dial. for me, it was just a difference in the bezel and I preferred the YM.

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by Fort Rolex

Have seen the solid gold being worn in the wild one time with a white tee and jeans. Was mesmerizing

Yeah. It's one of a very select group of YG watches that can pull that look off, IMO.

OP: Did you come to a decision yet?

[Roll the Lex]

Originally Posted by Superavengerlyons

I think you're right. I'm sitting next to a bag I packed with $15k and my 116613. I met up with the reputable gent and decided to pass. Watch was clean, it was registered out of the country and I prefer a USA AD sold watch, so i'll hold off for now. Man, I was close to pulling the trigger.

Good call. I’d wait it out since you are happy with what you’ve got. It will still be around if you decide to get one.

With that kind of budget you have several other options. Take time to explore everything that is available- it’s a fun thing to do.


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[Pongster]

Your only regret would be not getting the gold sub sooner.

[mjb01]

I have had two 116613 diamond version now the 116618 diamond blue sub. I always wanted the all gold but I like wearing the 116613 better. Actually get more compliments with the 116613. Now the cost factor, since the 116618 is $25k i insured it for $395 a year just in case.
So, that's my take on it. You will never know until you get one for yourself.

[watchloverdave]

I believe that I'm much older than most of you folks on this forum, but for me there is no substitute for yellow gold. I love the look and the heft. SS just doesn't do it for me. Did you ever hear of someone hoarding SS? Did you ever hear of a bank opening an abandoned safe deposit box and finding bars of stainless steel? No, me neither. LOL