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mnovikov · 16 July 2015, 03:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Tembel

As most people replying to your post I do also personally prefer the GMT, but I do agree with you that the YM looks better on your wrist.

I agree and aware that YM looks better on me shapewise; the Q is if GMT fit is definitely acceptable or boundary

1995akcoop · 16 July 2015, 03:29 AM

ym is very comfortable. gmt is a great piece, just not a fan of green

Eric Chan · 16 July 2015, 03:42 AM

Between the two models shown in your pictures, I would vote for the Yacht-Master. If it was the BLNR, then that would be a different story.

tkerrmd · 16 July 2015, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Muzz

Personally I would go with the GMT as an everyday go to piece. If you were talking about the blue dial YM it would be a tough call. IMO the YM lacks the contrast between the bezel and dial for my liking.

Aside from appearance however the YM is a very comfortable piece.

great answer

WS9D · 16 July 2015, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Rich Mickol

My vote goes to the GMT but then again I'm biased.

I will say this, my next Rolex with in all likelihood be the YM with a blue dial.

Don't forget to post when you finally decide.

X2. I'm biased also. But GMT

Muzz · 16 July 2015, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

great answer

Thanks Tom!! I am a fan of the YM blue dial but I couldn't get use to the original version so it was a very fast flip. Contrast (lack of) was what killed it for me. I didn't want to do the Red accent mods (I am normally a stock only guy) so I moved it along (probably 2008).

I know there is lots of love for the reference but my preference is slightly bolder appearance.

evlkoala · 16 July 2015, 09:08 AM

YM with Grey dial!!

joe100 · 16 July 2015, 12:14 PM

I had the YM for a very short while. The dial is sublime, but it's so monotone that it feels washed out after a while.

JRT · 16 July 2015, 01:13 PM

GMT (BLNR not LN) or YM (blue not silver dial) gets my vote.

jhe888 · 16 July 2015, 01:33 PM

I love the silvery monochrome look of the YM.

I also prefer its sleeker case.

versatile1 · 16 July 2015, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JJL

I prefer the Yacht-Master on aesthetics alone. And I find it's coloring to be more versatile.. however the GMT is also an incredible watch so you can't really go wrong with either. My biggest gripe on the GMT is the green accents. I wish it were red personally.

Good luck

Agree with this post 100%

wayneside · 16 July 2015, 04:03 PM

Yachtmaster is a beauty!

hx_ONG · 16 July 2015, 04:50 PM

GMT for me

sarjoo · 16 July 2015, 08:00 PM

For a first Rolex, if you're going for a brand new piece, then you get more bang for your buck with the GMT because its less costly from new, and has the 24h function too. From an aesthetics perspective, arguably the YM is the nicer looking, slightly more bling and shiney, plus has platinum in it. Its subjective of course.

Both are great watches. My entry into the world of Rolex was a GMT IIc for the most 'new' watch that my money could buy at the time. I also happened to love the GMT design, had all the things I wanted like the PCL and cyclops, plus a ceramic bezel.

Someday I might add a platinum YM as I do really like it, but there are things ahead of it in the queue such as a SS Daytona, and possibly a SDDS D-Blue dial.

KevNev · 16 July 2015, 10:13 PM

To me, the GMT looks very square and I prefer the smoother look of the YM.

Tembel · 16 July 2015, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by mnovikov

I agree and aware that YM looks better on me shapewise; the Q is if GMT fit is definitely acceptable or boundary

Yeah, I think you can pull it off. I you prefer the GMT, then get the GMT.

Annan · 16 July 2015, 11:37 PM

I think we can all appreciate the position you are in.
Both watches are great choices but as a GMT owner I would recommend it because:
1. easier to read the dial
2. more functionality, especially if you travel often
3. ceramic bezel is not a scratch magnet
4. has a more iconic Rolex look
The only thing I did not like about my GMT was the polished center links. I simply had them brushed.

JJL · 17 July 2015, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by versatile1

Agree with this post 100%

Thanks! I agree with your avatar 100% :)

engin33r · 17 July 2015, 03:00 AM

Gmt2c , I dont have any of them - just to add some objectivity.

DESH · 17 July 2015, 03:03 AM

YM, I personally own both watches. However my Yachtmanter gets more wrist time, its a very unque piece.

Lpugliese · 17 July 2015, 12:48 PM

gmt

captainnice · 17 July 2015, 01:54 PM

I like the blue dial YM

tkc324 · 17 July 2015, 02:04 PM

gmt

GB-man · 17 July 2015, 02:13 PM

The GMT served me well for 2 years and I beat it like a rented mule. It's a perfect daily.

Koala · 17 July 2015, 03:24 PM

I had basically the same choice and went with the BLNR GMT-IIc. I do a lot of backpacking/traveling and make extensive use of the 24h hand. Home time when abroad, S.E. Asia local time while home because a close friend is continuously traveling through there. I'm currently backpacking through Thailand (Koh Phangan right now) and wearing my BLNR on a black/blue NATO, which is perfect for here.

Bangel · 17 July 2015, 05:10 PM

I wouldn't have thought that the "fit" of the 2 watches would be so significantly different that you wouldn't get used to either.

If that's the case, I'd go with the GMT II as you indicate you like the "look" of it better.

For my wrist, I'd choose the GMT II.

dabbotjordan · 17 July 2015, 05:17 PM

GMT II C

Lage · 17 July 2015, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Annan

I think we can all appreciate the position you are in.
Both watches are great choices but as a GMT owner I would recommend it because:
1. easier to read the dial
2. more functionality, especially if you travel often
3. ceramic bezel is not a scratch magnet
4. has a more iconic Rolex look
The only thing I did not like about my GMT was the polished center links. I simply had them brushed.

How is it easier to read the GMT dial? It's more cluttered with the GMT hand. The blue dial might be a tiny, tiny bit harder to read, but I think contrast is great on both watches. I do agree with you on the other points.

KWT · 17 July 2015, 08:27 PM

Gmt

sheltyjp · 17 July 2015, 09:40 PM

I saw an elderly gentleman with Rolesium on the train today. He looked very proud of the watch. I vote for Rolesium.

16 July 2015, 03:42 AM	#33
Eric Chan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eric Chan Location: Vancouver, BC CAN Watch: Day-Date 118238 Posts: 8,798	Between the two models shown in your pictures, I would vote for the Yacht-Master. If it was the BLNR, then that would be a different story. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016

16 July 2015, 12:14 PM	#38
joe100 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,753	I had the YM for a very short while. The dial is sublime, but it's so monotone that it feels washed out after a while. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

16 July 2015, 04:50 PM	#43
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16 July 2015, 11:37 PM	#47
Annan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ron Location: Arizona, USA Watch: 116233 Posts: 3,177	I think we can all appreciate the position you are in. Both watches are great choices but as a GMT owner I would recommend it because: 1. easier to read the dial 2. more functionality, especially if you travel often 3. ceramic bezel is not a scratch magnet 4. has a more iconic Rolex look The only thing I did not like about my GMT was the polished center links. I simply had them brushed. __________________ *so many Rolexes.....so little time*

17 July 2015, 03:24 PM	#55
Koala "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Jared Location: Boston Watch: AP 26401RO Posts: 469	I had basically the same choice and went with the BLNR GMT-IIc. I do a lot of backpacking/traveling and make extensive use of the 24h hand. Home time when abroad, S.E. Asia local time while home because a close friend is continuously traveling through there. I'm currently backpacking through Thailand (Koh Phangan right now) and wearing my BLNR on a black/blue NATO, which is perfect for here. __________________ - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26401RO - Rolex Yacht-Master II 116681 - Rolex GMT-2 116710BLNR

16 July 2015, 03:29 AM	#32
1995akcoop "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,160	ym is very comfortable. gmt is a great piece, just not a fan of green

16 July 2015, 09:08 AM	#37
evlkoala "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Sub Posts: 862	YM with Grey dial!!

16 July 2015, 01:13 PM	#39
JRT "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Taiwan Watch: Rolex BLNR Posts: 2,308	GMT (BLNR not LN) or YM (blue not silver dial) gets my vote.

16 July 2015, 01:33 PM	#40
jhe888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: John Location: Texas Posts: 377	I love the silvery monochrome look of the YM. I also prefer its sleeker case.

16 July 2015, 04:03 PM	#42
wayneside "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Wayne Location: Texas Watch: Rolex Posts: 115	Yachtmaster is a beauty!

16 July 2015, 08:00 PM	#44
sarjoo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: UK Posts: 116	For a first Rolex, if you're going for a brand new piece, then you get more bang for your buck with the GMT because its less costly from new, and has the 24h function too. From an aesthetics perspective, arguably the YM is the nicer looking, slightly more bling and shiney, plus has platinum in it. Its subjective of course. Both are great watches. My entry into the world of Rolex was a GMT IIc for the most 'new' watch that my money could buy at the time. I also happened to love the GMT design, had all the things I wanted like the PCL and cyclops, plus a ceramic bezel. Someday I might add a platinum YM as I do really like it, but there are things ahead of it in the queue such as a SS Daytona, and possibly a SDDS D-Blue dial.

16 July 2015, 10:13 PM	#45
KevNev "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Maryland Watch: 116618LN Posts: 421	To me, the GMT looks very square and I prefer the smoother look of the YM.

17 July 2015, 03:00 AM	#49
engin33r "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Andy Location: GMT +7 Watch: Sub, Daytona, DD2 Posts: 742	Gmt2c , I dont have any of them - just to add some objectivity.

17 July 2015, 03:03 AM	#50
DESH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Desh Location: in a car driving Watch: ing the numbers.. Posts: 1,214	YM, I personally own both watches. However my Yachtmanter gets more wrist time, its a very unque piece.

17 July 2015, 12:48 PM	#51
Lpugliese "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Lance Location: Nashville, TN Watch: rolex Posts: 1,076	gmt

17 July 2015, 01:54 PM	#52
captainnice Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Dennis Location: Aliso Viejo, Ca Watch: Timex Posts: 668	I like the blue dial YM

17 July 2015, 02:04 PM	#53
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	gmt

17 July 2015, 02:13 PM	#54
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,864	The GMT served me well for 2 years and I beat it like a rented mule. It's a perfect daily.

17 July 2015, 05:10 PM	#56
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	I wouldn't have thought that the "fit" of the 2 watches would be so significantly different that you wouldn't get used to either. If that's the case, I'd go with the GMT II as you indicate you like the "look" of it better. For my wrist, I'd choose the GMT II.

17 July 2015, 05:17 PM	#57
dabbotjordan "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Tom Location: Nice Watch: Rolex Posts: 752	GMT II C

17 July 2015, 08:27 PM	#59
KWT "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Mansour Location: KWT Posts: 147	Gmt

17 July 2015, 09:40 PM	#60
sheltyjp "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Japan Watch: YM Rolesium Posts: 10	I saw an elderly gentleman with Rolesium on the train today. He looked very proud of the watch. I vote for Rolesium.

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