ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX
31 December 2018, 06:09 PM | #1 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2018
Real Name: Frank
Location: US and AU
Watch: YM2 116680
Posts: 545
|
Why is Yacht Master II so underrated?
I have a big wrist and have been wanting to add YM2 SS to my collection for a long time. Everytime I get closer to pulling the trigger I ask myself why are these not so popular and relatively easier to get?
|
31 December 2018, 06:13 PM | #2 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Sydney
Watch: 16523, 116610LV
Posts: 762
|
The big “YACHT-MASTER II” on the bezel?
|
31 December 2018, 06:26 PM | #3 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: USA
Posts: 8,800
|
They are called ClownMaster for a reason ... they are hideous and hard to read as a watch
|
31 December 2018, 06:37 PM | #4 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: Florida
Posts: 95
|
Because they’re ugly
|
31 December 2018, 06:38 PM | #5 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2018
Real Name: Larry
Location: Finger Lakes
Posts: 6,007
|
If you like it, go for it. You won't owe an explanation to anyone (other than your wife).
|
31 December 2018, 06:41 PM | #6 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: Sweden
Posts: 1,762
|
I think that the reason they don't speak to everyone is that they are a bit much. With its big "YACHT MASTER II" text and many elements, it's a watch that stands out.
|
31 December 2018, 06:44 PM | #7 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Around
Posts: 1,124
|
|
31 December 2018, 07:02 PM | #8 |
Banned
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Tokyo
Watch: SD43,PAM1616,Hulk
Posts: 3,567
|
because the trend of wearing oversize watches is dead.
|
31 December 2018, 07:05 PM | #9 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: Houston
Posts: 17,622
|
its less that its underrated and more that its loud, big, has a regatta timer, and large text on the bezel.
Doesnt necessarily mean anything other than the fact that those who want that is a much smaller subset of Rolex buyers.
__________________
Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition) |
31 December 2018, 07:12 PM | #10 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2018
Real Name: Frank
Location: US and AU
Watch: YM2 116680
Posts: 545
|
|
31 December 2018, 07:24 PM | #11 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2008
Real Name: Juho
Location: Finland
Watch: Submariner 16610
Posts: 1,903
|
YM2 design is something that Invicta could come up with, haha.
__________________
My Luxury Watch Reviews Blog |
31 December 2018, 07:35 PM | #12 | |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Portland, OR
Watch: ing the Detectives
Posts: 1,884
|
Quote:
If i’m in a position to buy something I want, I’ll generally not ask for other people feelings and thoughts on it.... It’s for you, no one else, get it
__________________
Eagels may soar, but weasels are seldom sucked into jet engines... |
|
31 December 2018, 07:37 PM | #13 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Europe
Posts: 2,801
|
Good for you if you like it
But for me it just unbelievable ugly Never understood why they made that watch
__________________
Instagram : @collectible_watches |
31 December 2018, 07:45 PM | #14 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2009
Real Name: Gerardus
Location: EU
Watch: ♕
Posts: 11,866
|
As already written:The letters “YACHT-MASTER II” on the bezel.
FUGLY IMHO!
__________________
♕16570 ♕126610 ♕126333 |
31 December 2018, 07:49 PM | #15 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Paris
Posts: 3,536
|
I wonder if they could tone it down. Make a 40-42mm chrono, not as bulky or flashy. Like older regata yachttimers.
|
31 December 2018, 07:51 PM | #16 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: 1 of 13 Colonies
Posts: 8,490
|
Your money your wrist
If you want it ... buy it! Personally, not for me due to many reasons listed previously but everyone is different with different tastes and styles Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
31 December 2018, 07:54 PM | #17 |
TechXpert
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Earth
Posts: 23,474
|
It is an acquired taste.
|
31 December 2018, 08:16 PM | #18 |
Banned
Join Date: Jul 2018
Location: Moon
Watch: Swiss
Posts: 2,270
|
I own a YG YM2. It screams "F-U" (watch) to everyone. It's obnoxious, 44mm (Big) and just right in your face with a blue bezel. What's not to like? Not many people feel comfortable wearing it...I love it, when people stare. It's as said above, an acquired taste.
|
31 December 2018, 08:22 PM | #19 | |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: Houston
Posts: 17,622
|
Quote:
Is says F-U in a much more low key way by comparison. They may not be staring, they may be reading the text from across the room
__________________
Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition) |
|
31 December 2018, 08:26 PM | #20 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2018
Real Name: Larry
Location: Finger Lakes
Posts: 6,007
|
Watches may only, "pop." "Screaming" is not permitted.
|
31 December 2018, 08:41 PM | #21 |
Banned
Join Date: Jul 2018
Location: Moon
Watch: Swiss
Posts: 2,270
|
I like to read the text across on other YM2s...At times they're wearing a fake one (Notice the R. It's always messed in the fake one)
|
31 December 2018, 08:46 PM | #22 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2008
Real Name: Chris
Location: .
Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs
Posts: 12,608
|
Design
|
31 December 2018, 08:51 PM | #23 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: US, SG, DK, GR
Watch: Reverso
Posts: 3,070
|
For me, it's a size issue. Too big.
|
31 December 2018, 09:08 PM | #24 | |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2009
Real Name: Scott
Location: UK
Watch: ^^^ for now
Posts: 5,636
|
Quote:
It’s a radical departure from more established Rolex designs and quite a polarising watch. It has a complication that is unlikely to be used by most of its owners (and therefore seen as unnecessary by most). It’s very specialised as a result, Personally, I don’t find it particularly pleasing on the eye or easy to read. For me it’s a no, but many love it
__________________
Past: 6239 (yes, I know...), 16610, 16600, 116515, 116613LN, 126600, 126711 CHNR Present: 16600, 116509, Cartier Santos Green. |
|
31 December 2018, 09:30 PM | #25 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2018
Real Name: Frank
Location: US and AU
Watch: YM2 116680
Posts: 545
|
Just like to be rational abt any decision I make...
Last edited by RolexFan007; 31 December 2018 at 09:31 PM.. Reason: Typo |
31 December 2018, 09:31 PM | #26 |
Banned
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: Miami
Watch: Rolex GMT's BLNR
Posts: 797
|
Hey I like it but it is simply too big for me wrist, it’s not that I do not find it a cool weekend watch but I cannot pull off a 44 mm simply that
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
31 December 2018, 09:32 PM | #27 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Houston
Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2
Posts: 4,975
|
|
31 December 2018, 09:32 PM | #28 |
Banned
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: Miami
Watch: Rolex GMT's BLNR
Posts: 797
|
Same for explorer 2, its too big
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
31 December 2018, 09:32 PM | #29 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2018
Real Name: Frank
Location: US and AU
Watch: YM2 116680
Posts: 545
|
Never thought of the YACHT-MASTER II but now looking at other models none has this big writing on the bezel
|
31 December 2018, 09:33 PM | #30 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2017
Real Name: Max
Location: UK
Watch: Various
Posts: 3,726
|
Quite a large Panerai following on this forum may disagree with you there..myself included..lol
Sent from my Moto G (5) using Tapatalk
__________________
instagram: max.parkin |
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests) | |
|
|
*Banners
Of The Month*
This space is provided to horological resources.