Why is Yacht Master II so underrated?

[doboy007]

Originally Posted by DoctorA

It’s really interesting how it used to go for a big discount and is the last Ss rolex to leave the case……. Now it goes for a premium!!!! I see it in the $21m range!!!!
Hype or people had a change of heart??

People are just desperate for any Rolex watch. I mean stores are pretty much devoid of Rolex watches even those that were sitting around all the time. There’s no change of heart.

[Singslinger]

Originally Posted by Jsauce

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[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by DoctorA

It’s really interesting how it used to go for a big discount and is the last Ss rolex to leave the case……. Now it goes for a premium!!!! I see it in the $21m range!!!!
Hype or people had a change of heart??

One leads to the other.

[askdanny]

Always loved the white and blue combination with a touch of red. Nothing like it in the Rolex collection. I tried it on at an AD in San Francisco last year (and currently kicking myself for not pulling the trigger) and the 44, I feel, is not a true 44. It fit well on my 7-in wrist.

Sir Ben Ainslie:

[javier]

Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

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


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This

[Webster2281]

My grey’s really want my YG sub for a trade and keep sending me pics of a YM2 in order to tempt me.

Keeping the sub.


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[Mystro]

DavidSW sells his SS YMII as fast as he gets them. They are really picking up momentum.

[Webster2281]

Originally Posted by Mystro

DavidSW sells his SS YMII as fast as he gets them. They are really picking up momentum.

He has a SS on there now. Also, a new YG YM2. $50k…


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[cerendigit]

It’s because it’s “too big” for most people and because it says it’s name on the bezel.


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[Webster2281]

The deep sea has working around the bezel too, but no one seems to mind.


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[Sothy]

I like it (YM2). The steel, two tone, and YG ones look great imo (the WG and platinum bezel one doesn’t do as much for me personally).

However: 1) I used to sail Laser sailboats. So the countdown timer would’ve been useful/I like the idea.

2) I personally hope that the bezel changes. Keep the triangle. Just put 5, 10, etc markers on it. And then 1 min/sec “ticks” between 45 and the triangle instead (as the last 10-15 seconds matter when counting down).. The 1-10 indication on the bezel is already on the dial and is not needed. Then they could put Yachtmaster 2 (in red?) on the dial instead. A redesigned bezel would make the watch better imo. I also wish that they went back to the “black hands” of the original version, but kept them Mercedes in shape like the second version. More contrast like an Explorer 2 polar.

3) I think that this movement is really under appreciated! It’s a column wheel vertical clutch chronograph with a bezel control ring. Or am I wrong? What an awesome movement!

[Webster2281]

Originally Posted by Sothy

I like it (YM2). The steel, two tone, and YG ones look great imo (the WG and platinum bezel one doesn’t do as much for me personally).

However: 1) I used to sail Laser sailboats. So the countdown timer would’ve been useful/I like the idea.

2) I personally hope that the bezel changes. Keep the triangle. Just put 5, 10, etc markers on it. And then 1 min/sec “ticks” between 45 and the triangle instead (as the last 10-15 seconds matter when counting down).. The 1-10 indication on the bezel is already on the dial and is not needed. Then they could put Yachtmaster 2 (in red?) on the dial instead. A redesigned bezel would make the watch better imo. I also wish that they went back to the “black hands” of the original version, but kept them Mercedes in shape like the second version. More contrast like an Explorer 2 polar.

3) I think that this movement is really under appreciated! It’s a column wheel vertical clutch chronograph with a bezel control ring. Or am I wrong? What an awesome movement!

It’s just hard to justify $50k for the YG. I know that’s common nowadays and even a gold sub is a lot, but for a controversial watch, it’s amazing how much they are asking.

The won’t go back to the blue hands. They just changed the hands and dial in 2017 and called that an upgrade.


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[nosignalbmwdriver]

Hope I can get the solid gold 116688! Love it but they keep rising in value.

[Webster2281]

Originally Posted by nosignalbmwdriver

Hope I can get the solid gold 116688! Love it but they keep rising in value.

$45-46k pre owned w Mercedes hands.


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[Webster2281]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Love this thread. I still love my YM2 but I’ve really grown to dislike the clasp. It’s fine on my GMTs but the weight of the YM2 begs for a glidelock. I tried it with my 116618 glidelock and what a difference in comfort! So I ordered a glidelock for my YM2.

What’s wrong w the easy link clasp?


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[kilyung]

Originally Posted by Webster2281

What’s wrong w the easy link clasp?


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It works great on my GMTs but I prefer the glidelock for the 116688 for a better fit throughout the day.

[rambo99]

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[el3ctronick]

Originally Posted by RolexFan007

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?

personally speaking, I find the dial and bezel very busy and ugly(probably the ugliest rolex watch and in top 10 of the overall ugliest luxury watches) but that's just me, big wrist + rolex = Sea Dweller JC 44mm or Anniversary 43mm.
also another factor could be it's price, it's very expensive for SS.

but it doesn't make sense to me.. you want it..but you don't buy it because it's easier to get?...

[el3ctronick]

Originally Posted by Webster2281

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My grey’s really want my YG sub for a trade and keep sending me pics of a YM2 in order to tempt me.

Keeping the sub.


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actually he wants to get rid of the trash he has stocked :P

[Zsprings]

YM2 IMO the best of the Rolex range. If only Rolex would make an all metal bezel available in stainless steel, then those letters 'Yacht-Master II' on the blue bezel 116680 would not be so obvious?

[Mystro]

Here is everything you need to know about the YMII. It’s a masterpiece and never targeted to the mainstream Rolex consumer. Those that know, “know” what the YMII is all about.
It’s truly on another level than the mainstream watches and even if you don’t understand how complicated the movement is, the feel/finish and button push will speak volumes how top shelf the watch is. I have owned about them all and the SS YMII is still considered my “grail” piece in my collection.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=779629

https://youtu.be/-MoNYR86-U8

[George58]

take the stupid bill board name off the bezel...... winner winner chicken dinner

[Kevin of Larchmont]

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[Case61]

I always liked the look of the YM-II, but thought it way too big for my average (7.5") wrist.

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by Case61

I always liked the look of the YM-II, but thought it way too big for my average (7.5") wrist.

You could easily pull it off. I was shocked how well its size wears on my 7-71/4” wrist. It’s a relatively thin elegant watch with its organic case shape wears so much better than a blocky super case. It seriously wears like a 40mm Sub and wears significantly smaller and easier than a DSSD or even a SD43.

[Watch This]

Originally Posted by Mystro

DavidSW sells his SS YMII as fast as he gets them. They are really picking up momentum.

He sold me mine.

[Aficionado1964]

I have a GMT II. I had to send it it for a cracked bezel. My wife encouraged me to get another while we waited. I had expressedittle interest in the YMII, until I tried it on. I bought it and love it! It's not for everyone, and that is fine in my book. I sail a lot, so rather happy with my new wrist companion.

[Miguel:]

Flaunt it if you have it...

[teabags001]

It’s big, thick and heavy. I love mine but I don’t wear a lot it because of the weight and I like heavy watches. I am currently wearing a SD43 as my daily for the moment. If you really want to talk about underrated rolexes talk about the SD43.


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[Frits1980]

Its like having a Ferrari keychain without the Ferrari. Its pathetic and even if you actualy have a yacht its still pathetic.....