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ColRam425 · 29 August 2014, 09:17 PM

I'm a senior college student and I'm trying to decide which watch I want to purchase after school and I have it narrowed down to 2 choices. Either the Tudor Fastrider Black Shield (red with rubber strap) or the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master (blue dial). I love both of course.

I love the fact that the Black Shield is completely black ceramic and how sporty yet different it looks. Not to mention the fact that I could always buy the leather strap to switch them out. Also it has the easiest quick-change mechanism for the date. Plus the fact that it's less than half the price of the YM

I love the YM of course too because I like the fact that it's stainless steel yet with a platinum bezel. To me this model is the closest I can come to owning a (partial) platinum watch. Plus I think the blue dial is one of the sweetest-looking blues that Rolex has. Plus, I've always loved my father's Submariner, which the YM obviously borrows its look from. And of course, the fact that it has that crown emblem that we all know and love.

For me, this will be a difficult decision. Obviously my wallet is screaming, "Black Shield!" but I still love that Yacht-Master. As a young guy, I've always worn Fossil watches and my current watch is a Swiss-Made Fossil Automatic, which makes a nice tide-me-over transitional watch between the kid watches of my past and the adult watches of my foreseeable future. That being said, I can't decide if the Black Shield would feel like a higher-end transitional watch to me or if it would feel like the luxury watch I always wanted.

Tools · 30 August 2014, 12:28 AM

Welcome to the Forum..

You can't go wrong with either choice..

Justin Stacks · 30 August 2014, 12:31 AM

By the Black Shield to celebrate finishing school.

Purchase the Yacht Master with your first bonus cheque.

Win / Win!

BomB#Frog · 30 August 2014, 12:38 AM

IMO the black shield looks cool but for your first watch I would go for something a little more timeless. You may outgrow or tire of the design. The blue dial YM is IMO one of the better looking versions of the YM. Do you like the exp2 or explorer model? Timeless and somewhat under the radar for a young college grad.

sco · 30 August 2014, 12:40 AM

I'm gonna be the curmudgeon that says save your money, get the job, then get the watch. If you are asking me to take money out of the equation, then it's YM 500%

Thunderbird88 · 30 August 2014, 12:43 AM

I'd take the YM only because as it's been stated before, it's timeless.
You can keep it for the rest of your life and it will not go out of date.
But honestly, pick the one you feel most like "yourself" in. The Tudor doesn't do it for me, but neither does the YM. But that doesn't stop me from telling you not to buy either of them!
Try on them both before deciding, think about it good before buying something you could regret. Be very sure on which one you pick!

Time Exposure · 30 August 2014, 12:48 AM

The YM is a lot of coin, but the better watch by a mile. If your wallet is screaming Tudor, sounds like the YM would be a bit of a financial stretch. Each of us are different, but based on my situation at the point you find yourself now, making the financial stretch now for the YM is a harder recovery than it will be later in life. Now that I'm older and possibly wiser, I would say spending less is better right now.
Tough decision, but unless you're prospects of replacing the outlay are quick and assured, I'd go Tudor.
When I was 22, I would have ignored this advice and bought a YM.
Good luck.

AK797 · 30 August 2014, 12:56 AM

Well as a huge fan of Rolex blue I say the YM, a gorgeous watch.

Kadhytia · 30 August 2014, 12:57 AM

The Rolex should be the best choice.

tkerrmd · 30 August 2014, 01:01 AM

well one costs twice the other. If I had the choice between the two the YM would be a no brainer. this is my son's....

elcompa · 30 August 2014, 01:07 AM

Between the two? No competition: YM all day long. Because it has staying power.

Something to keep forever. That particular Tudor is very now/happening/trendy. Still has it's place in time. However, the blue dial YM will be cool even 50 yrs from now when you pass it on to your children.

elcompa · 30 August 2014, 01:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkerrmd

well one costs twice the other. If I had the choice between the two the YM would be a no brainer. this is my son's....

Bam! And so it was.......

Beautiful.

landroverking · 30 August 2014, 02:08 AM

Welcome. Both wonderful. I bet in time you will have both. And then set down the road to being watch poor. It's a sickness without a cure.

Alfredo. · 30 August 2014, 02:37 AM

Blue YM would be my choice!

jack81 · 30 August 2014, 02:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Justin Stacks

By the Black Shield to celebrate finishing school.

Purchase the Yacht Master with your first bonus cheque.

Win / Win!

I second this

Frosty · 30 August 2014, 02:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Justin Stacks

By the Black Shield to celebrate finishing school.

Purchase the Yacht Master with your first bonus cheque.

Win / Win!

FlatlineEF9 · 30 August 2014, 03:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Justin Stacks

By the Black Shield to celebrate finishing school.

Purchase the Yacht Master with your first bonus cheque.

Win / Win!

Werd!

locutus49 · 30 August 2014, 03:41 AM

If you can afford it, YM. If you can't, save more money and then buy the YM. It will motivate you to save.

btinl · 30 August 2014, 03:52 AM

I'm not a huge fan of either, but I'd choose the YM out of the two you listed. I'd prefer a simple SubC as an everyday watch.

Rogdogg · 30 August 2014, 04:11 AM

Definitely the yacht master for me

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Rolex74 · 30 August 2014, 04:17 AM

I vote YM for sure. I have been wanting a SS/YG Blue Sub now for a year, but that blue dial YM is nice, may sway my thinking....

tedscott3 · 30 August 2014, 04:18 AM

If you are already thinking that you will be unsatisfied with the Tudor then in my experience you 100% will.

WhatTheDeuce · 30 August 2014, 04:22 AM

I really like the black shield.

However, I really like the Yachtmaster as well.

So, you can't lose.

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Piloto · 30 August 2014, 04:26 AM

IMHO, that flue faced YM is one of Rolex nicest offerings.

Get the Rolex. If you buy the Tudor, a few years later, you will have wished you bought the Rolex. You will then flip the Tudor for a Rolex and pay more than you would have just buying the Rolex in the first place.

Buy once, buy right. I learned that one the hard way.

Psmith · 30 August 2014, 04:30 AM

Both nice watches, but I prefer the YM

So, either one or just let your money fester in the bank (which is what I would do in your position)

GB-man · 30 August 2014, 04:31 AM

Spring for the Rolex if you truly can afford it. You won't scratch your Rolex itch via the black shield. Make sure you don't walk in and pay retail + tax though :) shop around and get a good price as always.

tigerpac · 30 August 2014, 05:12 AM

Your tastes will change from what they are in college so try and pick something timeless.

KBM · 30 August 2014, 05:27 AM

Since this watch will mark your college graduation, I would go with the more timeless option, to avoid the risk you you getting tired of the watch but being reluctant to sell because of its meaning. This means the YM, imo. Good luck with the choice.

McLovin · 30 August 2014, 05:34 AM

YM. But a more affordable Rolex may be the way to go at this point in time.

ColRam425 · 30 August 2014, 05:43 AM

Wow, I really appreciate all of the advise. I think honestly I'd rather go with the Yacht-Master. I probably will get the Black Shield at some point but I can definitely see why it could go out of style vs the YM (or any Oyster Perpetual model for that matter) which will remain timeless. As far as it being a case of Rolex vs. Tudor, I want to make sure that I don't simply choose Rolex because of its being status symbol, which was my way of thinking at one point. As far as other models go, there are other Rolexes I love of course but as someone who may only be able to afford 1 Rolex over the next decade or 2, I want to make sure I don't compromise and regret not getting that one that's truly my favorite (precious metals not counting) which in this case is definitely the YM. I appreciate the advice, y'all!

29 August 2014, 09:17 PM	#1
ColRam425 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 473	Advice for a college student's first nice watch I'm a senior college student and I'm trying to decide which watch I want to purchase after school and I have it narrowed down to 2 choices. Either the Tudor Fastrider Black Shield (red with rubber strap) or the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master (blue dial). I love both of course. I love the fact that the Black Shield is completely black ceramic and how sporty yet different it looks. Not to mention the fact that I could always buy the leather strap to switch them out. Also it has the easiest quick-change mechanism for the date. Plus the fact that it's less than half the price of the YM I love the YM of course too because I like the fact that it's stainless steel yet with a platinum bezel. To me this model is the closest I can come to owning a (partial) platinum watch. Plus I think the blue dial is one of the sweetest-looking blues that Rolex has. Plus, I've always loved my father's Submariner, which the YM obviously borrows its look from. And of course, the fact that it has that crown emblem that we all know and love. For me, this will be a difficult decision. Obviously my wallet is screaming, "Black Shield!" but I still love that Yacht-Master. As a young guy, I've always worn Fossil watches and my current watch is a Swiss-Made Fossil Automatic, which makes a nice tide-me-over transitional watch between the kid watches of my past and the adult watches of my foreseeable future. That being said, I can't decide if the Black Shield would feel like a higher-end transitional watch to me or if it would feel like the luxury watch I always wanted.

30 August 2014, 12:28 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,049	Welcome to the Forum.. You can't go wrong with either choice.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

30 August 2014, 02:37 AM	#14
Alfredo. "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Margaritaville Posts: 3,639	Blue YM would be my choice! __________________ After reading all posts, I agree with Adam!

30 August 2014, 04:11 AM	#20
Rogdogg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bangkok Posts: 6,117	Definitely the yacht master for me Sent from my SM-N900 using Tapatalk __________________ Nil Satis Nisi Optimum

30 August 2014, 04:17 AM	#21
Rolex74 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: Concordville, Pa Watch: DSSD DJII PAM 005 Posts: 1,677	I vote YM for sure. I have been wanting a SS/YG Blue Sub now for a year, but that blue dial YM is nice, may sway my thinking.... __________________ My Collection.... 2012 DSSD G Series 116660; 2013 SS DJII 116300 (Stolen), 2010 G Serial GMTiiC 116710, V Serial Milgauss White Dial 2005 H Series PAM 005, 2018 Speedy Pro

30 August 2014, 12:31 AM	#3
Justin Stacks "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Justin Location: Sydney Watch: AP 15300 Posts: 22	By the Black Shield to celebrate finishing school. Purchase the Yacht Master with your first bonus cheque. Win / Win!

30 August 2014, 12:38 AM	#4
BomB#Frog "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 336	IMO the black shield looks cool but for your first watch I would go for something a little more timeless. You may outgrow or tire of the design. The blue dial YM is IMO one of the better looking versions of the YM. Do you like the exp2 or explorer model? Timeless and somewhat under the radar for a young college grad.

30 August 2014, 12:40 AM	#5
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	I'm gonna be the curmudgeon that says save your money, get the job, then get the watch. If you are asking me to take money out of the equation, then it's YM 500%

30 August 2014, 12:43 AM	#6
Thunderbird88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Sweden Watch: 16713 & 116610LV Posts: 368	I'd take the YM only because as it's been stated before, it's timeless. You can keep it for the rest of your life and it will not go out of date. But honestly, pick the one you feel most like "yourself" in. The Tudor doesn't do it for me, but neither does the YM. But that doesn't stop me from telling you not to buy either of them! Try on them both before deciding, think about it good before buying something you could regret. Be very sure on which one you pick!

30 August 2014, 12:48 AM	#7
Time Exposure "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Bryan Location: Sac Valley, CA US Watch: Patek 5980/1A Posts: 2,860	The YM is a lot of coin, but the better watch by a mile. If your wallet is screaming Tudor, sounds like the YM would be a bit of a financial stretch. Each of us are different, but based on my situation at the point you find yourself now, making the financial stretch now for the YM is a harder recovery than it will be later in life. Now that I'm older and possibly wiser, I would say spending less is better right now. Tough decision, but unless you're prospects of replacing the outlay are quick and assured, I'd go Tudor. When I was 22, I would have ignored this advice and bought a YM. Good luck.

30 August 2014, 12:56 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,232	Well as a huge fan of Rolex blue I say the YM, a gorgeous watch.

30 August 2014, 12:57 AM	#9
Kadhytia "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: SoCal & Jakarta Watch: ROLEX, AP, and PP Posts: 916	The Rolex should be the best choice.

30 August 2014, 01:01 AM	#10
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	well one costs twice the other. If I had the choice between the two the YM would be a no brainer. this is my son's....

30 August 2014, 01:07 AM	#11
elcompa "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: North Carolina Watch: DD 118206 Posts: 1,857	Between the two? No competition: YM all day long. Because it has staying power. Something to keep forever. That particular Tudor is very now/happening/trendy. Still has it's place in time. However, the blue dial YM will be cool even 50 yrs from now when you pass it on to your children.

30 August 2014, 02:08 AM	#13
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Welcome. Both wonderful. I bet in time you will have both. And then set down the road to being watch poor. It's a sickness without a cure.

30 August 2014, 03:41 AM	#18
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	If you can afford it, YM. If you can't, save more money and then buy the YM. It will motivate you to save.

30 August 2014, 03:52 AM	#19
btinl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: . Watch: on my wrist Posts: 1,942	I'm not a huge fan of either, but I'd choose the YM out of the two you listed. I'd prefer a simple SubC as an everyday watch.

30 August 2014, 04:18 AM	#22
tedscott3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: San Diego Watch: 116610LV Posts: 572	If you are already thinking that you will be unsatisfied with the Tudor then in my experience you 100% will.

30 August 2014, 04:22 AM	#23
WhatTheDeuce "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Kyung Location: Anywhere? Watch: cha want... Posts: 4,487	I really like the black shield. However, I really like the Yachtmaster as well. So, you can't lose. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: @whatthedeuce_

30 August 2014, 04:26 AM	#24
Piloto "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: My overnight bag Watch: 16613 & 116710BLNR Posts: 572	IMHO, that flue faced YM is one of Rolex nicest offerings. Get the Rolex. If you buy the Tudor, a few years later, you will have wished you bought the Rolex. You will then flip the Tudor for a Rolex and pay more than you would have just buying the Rolex in the first place. Buy once, buy right. I learned that one the hard way.

30 August 2014, 04:30 AM	#25
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Both nice watches, but I prefer the YM So, either one or just let your money fester in the bank (which is what I would do in your position) __________________

30 August 2014, 04:31 AM	#26
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,864	Spring for the Rolex if you truly can afford it. You won't scratch your Rolex itch via the black shield. Make sure you don't walk in and pay retail + tax though :) shop around and get a good price as always.

30 August 2014, 05:12 AM	#27
tigerpac "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Hoboken, NJ Posts: 646	Your tastes will change from what they are in college so try and pick something timeless.

30 August 2014, 05:27 AM	#28
KBM 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,390	Since this watch will mark your college graduation, I would go with the more timeless option, to avoid the risk you you getting tired of the watch but being reluctant to sell because of its meaning. This means the YM, imo. Good luck with the choice.

30 August 2014, 05:34 AM	#29
McLovin "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Watch: SubC Posts: 1,014	YM. But a more affordable Rolex may be the way to go at this point in time.

30 August 2014, 05:43 AM	#30
ColRam425 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 473	Wow, I really appreciate all of the advise. I think honestly I'd rather go with the Yacht-Master. I probably will get the Black Shield at some point but I can definitely see why it could go out of style vs the YM (or any Oyster Perpetual model for that matter) which will remain timeless. As far as it being a case of Rolex vs. Tudor, I want to make sure that I don't simply choose Rolex because of its being status symbol, which was my way of thinking at one point. As far as other models go, there are other Rolexes I love of course but as someone who may only be able to afford 1 Rolex over the next decade or 2, I want to make sure I don't compromise and regret not getting that one that's truly my favorite (precious metals not counting) which in this case is definitely the YM. I appreciate the advice, y'all!

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