ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX
7 April 2018, 11:06 PM | #1 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: USA
Watch: Rolex, Swatch
Posts: 952
|
YM vs Sub
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s owned both. The YM is one model I haven’t ever owned but always been tempted. Do they wear much different (in particular the Sub C which is my current)? Does the YM seem same size or wear bigger/smaller? How’s the weight? Any other information would be great!
__________________
Rolex Datejust 16200 current Rolex Ceramic Submariner Date sold Rolex Submariner 14060 sold Rolex Explorer I and II both sold Rolex Datejust 16233 and 16234 sold |
7 April 2018, 11:16 PM | #2 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jan 2009
Real Name: Larry
Location: Kentucky
Watch: Yes
Posts: 34,478
|
They wear very similarly, IMO.
|
7 April 2018, 11:19 PM | #3 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Sydney, Australia
Watch: ing the detectives
Posts: 3,745
|
I’d say the YM wears smaller and more elegantly, for lack of better word. The sub in its current form will wear much larger IMO
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro |
7 April 2018, 11:20 PM | #4 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jul 2013
Real Name: Brian (TBone)
Location: canada
Watch: es make me smile
Posts: 73,577
|
The YM wears slightly smaller ... to my eye at least
|
7 April 2018, 11:22 PM | #5 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: In my home.
Watch: 116660, 126600
Posts: 2,905
|
I really like both!
|
7 April 2018, 11:23 PM | #6 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: United States
Posts: 875
|
I love both.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
7 April 2018, 11:28 PM | #7 |
Banned
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Cy
Watch: ROLEX
Posts: 516
|
YM by far
That configuration is by far the best looking It shows class and goes hand hand with any clothing and what Rolex represents The green swatch lookalike will restrict you in many way Again this is my opinion others will disagree |
7 April 2018, 11:36 PM | #8 | |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: USA
Watch: Rolex, Swatch
Posts: 952
|
Quote:
Good to hear on the size most of my previous models were 36 with a few 40’s and this SubC is a hair on the big size. Maybe thinking of swapping it for a 16622
__________________
Rolex Datejust 16200 current Rolex Ceramic Submariner Date sold Rolex Submariner 14060 sold Rolex Explorer I and II both sold Rolex Datejust 16233 and 16234 sold |
|
7 April 2018, 11:39 PM | #9 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: HK & USA
Watch: GMTs,1803, 16610LV
Posts: 2,001
|
The YM case/lugs look much nicer.
|
7 April 2018, 11:42 PM | #10 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: Mars
Posts: 1,683
|
I’ve tried the YM and it’s fits my wrist comfortably
__________________
|
8 April 2018, 12:00 AM | #11 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Florida
Posts: 2,132
|
My blue dial YM is more comfortable than my SubC and wears a little smaller due to the dial / bezel contrast. The case on the YM is more smooth. The SubC has sharp edges. The YM Easylink bracelet is more comfortable if you get a good fit. All that being said, I wear my SubC more than my YM.
__________________
Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 |
8 April 2018, 12:13 AM | #12 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2016
Real Name: Peter
Location: Caribbean
Watch: BB58
Posts: 2,398
|
YM is like a hybrid between Submariner and Daytona in terms of wear and fit, very comfortable. What I mean is, wears smaller than Modern 40mm and the weight is very traditional.
Since, you have the submariner, the YM would be a great addition since it will provide variety with a very familiar feel. I had a YM for a long time and can come up with these cons, Higher maintenance, PCLs and the platinum bezel are scratch magnets, overall a more shiny watch, no glidelock and depreciation, don't buy this watch at mrsp. As I said, great watch but Submariner must come first, I made that mistake.
__________________
Present: BB58 | BB36 | GMW-B5000D-1JF | 6900-PT80 Past: 16610LN | 16622 | 116610LN | 214270 |
8 April 2018, 12:15 AM | #13 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Florida Panhandle
Watch: Sub C LV,
Posts: 490
|
If I had a rootbeer and rose like that one, I wouldn't care how it "wore". It's a gorgeous piece.
|
8 April 2018, 12:27 AM | #14 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jan 2018
Location: Florida
Watch: Sub, DJ41, GMT
Posts: 7,026
|
People that whine and complain about the case and lug size of the SubC should consider the YM. I prefer the Sub, but I'd love to have a blue dial 40mm YM. I probably won't get one anytime soon though, because there are a couple other watches higher on my list.
|
8 April 2018, 12:41 AM | #15 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: USA
Posts: 313
|
I don't have a Sub C - but the earlier version. I also have a YM - the YM doesn't, IMO, wear "small" but it is slimmer. Very comfortable and I love the fit. Someone above said between a Sub and Daytona - I think that's a good comparison - closer to the Sub though.
|
8 April 2018, 12:43 AM | #16 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: Midwest
Posts: 374
|
It wears smaller. It has a thinner case that from the profile looks rounder. I also feel the the watch almost curves a bit to the wrist.
Don’t forget the sub has a maxi case. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
8 April 2018, 01:55 AM | #17 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: NJ
Posts: 168
|
As a long time owner of both I will start by saying I like the way they both wear. Goes with their style. The YM almost feels like part of my wrist and feels seemless at the lugs. The Sub is more upright and has a different presence which suits the diver/tool style.
Again both great but I give the YM the nod because It's unique in the way it wears. The scratches haven't bothered me as I've grown used to the light swirls and its stunning but am getting to the point after 13 years where a polish will make this feel new again. |
8 April 2018, 02:37 AM | #18 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Aug 2014
Real Name: Francisco
Location: San Juan, PR
Watch: Is Ticking !
Posts: 24,589
|
Have the sub, like the YM so likely a future piece!
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
__________________
Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 Zenith 02.470.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled |
8 April 2018, 04:08 AM | #19 | |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2008
Real Name: Dan
Location: CT, by a lake
Watch: shopping
Posts: 1,463
|
Quote:
The YM has a much more elegant look on the wrist, as the lugs are more tapered and rounded (from both the top and side views of the case). It is a touch thinner, too. I love how it sits on the wrist. The 37mm version, in particular, is a surprisingly slim watch. Guess it's the new movement?
__________________
A watch is about the entire package, not just its appearance. Any large watch company not making its own movement is not making a watch at all; they’re just playing dress-up. --The Watch Snob |
|
8 April 2018, 05:11 AM | #20 | |
Banned
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Cy
Watch: ROLEX
Posts: 516
|
Quote:
I have the SubC and its great so its a difficult question I would might be lured again for the Sub but its also down to your way of life |
|
8 April 2018, 07:14 AM | #21 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: USA
Watch: Rolex, Swatch
Posts: 952
|
What about “bling” is the YM blingy in person at all, I prefer understated?
__________________
Rolex Datejust 16200 current Rolex Ceramic Submariner Date sold Rolex Submariner 14060 sold Rolex Explorer I and II both sold Rolex Datejust 16233 and 16234 sold |
8 April 2018, 07:29 AM | #22 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2008
Real Name: Dan
Location: CT, by a lake
Watch: shopping
Posts: 1,463
|
PCLs will always be a little bling. Get them brushed (lugs, too) and you're set!
__________________
A watch is about the entire package, not just its appearance. Any large watch company not making its own movement is not making a watch at all; they’re just playing dress-up. --The Watch Snob |
8 April 2018, 07:41 AM | #23 | |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: NYC
Watch: 126711CHNR
Posts: 572
|
Quote:
__________________
2019 GMT Master II 126711CHNR Root Beer 2017 Submariner Hulk 116610LV 2017 GMT Master II 116710BLNR Batman https://www.instagram.com/mesa_sean/ |
|
8 April 2018, 09:59 AM | #24 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: USA
Watch: Rolex, Swatch
Posts: 952
|
Nice pair!
__________________
Rolex Datejust 16200 current Rolex Ceramic Submariner Date sold Rolex Submariner 14060 sold Rolex Explorer I and II both sold Rolex Datejust 16233 and 16234 sold |
8 April 2018, 11:18 AM | #25 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Feb 2010
Real Name: Neil
Location: UK
Watch: ing ships roll in
Posts: 59,219
|
YM wears a little smaller and more bulbous as the large bezel is quite dominating, ironically it could do with thicker lugs to balance it out a little more.
|
8 April 2018, 11:58 AM | #26 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2018
Posts: 1,585
|
Fun fact: I was just at my AD and was inbetween the two! The lugs of the sub are slightly larger, and the watch in general is a little meatier. I chose the sub as it was my first Rolex. Both are awesome though and a great choice
|
8 April 2018, 12:02 PM | #27 |
2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Dec 2009
Real Name: The Mystro ;)
Location: Central Pa.
Posts: 14,696
|
OT: Curious what swatch you think looks like a Rolex LVc Submariner?
__________________
|
8 April 2018, 12:03 PM | #28 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: NJ
Posts: 168
|
It’s hard not to Choose the sub. Always a great choice.
|
8 April 2018, 12:04 PM | #29 |
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: England
Watch: 16710, 16628
Posts: 7,758
|
YM is ultra comfortable. The curved lugs contour to the wrist bones and caseback nestles in between and sinks into the wrist... Just try it on. I'm not familiar with SubCs but I can't imagine it doing that.
__________________
GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4 |
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests) | |
|
|
*Banners
Of The Month*
This space is provided to horological resources.