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versatile1 · 23 August 2014, 06:18 PM

Great write up and congrats on the new YM
Taste really varies doesn't it.
I "like" the way the end links were longer then the lugs as it makes the watch wear larger.
I like it so much I put a YM bracelet on my Sub C
Thanks again for your comparison

Zoran · 23 August 2014, 08:13 PM

Great comparison! Thanks!
I like the newer bracelet more with the PCL's, but I prefer the way the end-links look on the lugs of the 16622

But in conclusion, both are great looking watches!

Casey VP-26 · 23 August 2014, 09:42 PM

Good Detailed Comparison, Thanks for taking the time.

Mfrankel2 · 23 August 2014, 10:01 PM

Nice write up. Enjoy your new 116622

lorsban · 23 August 2014, 11:54 PM

Great writeup!

I wonder if the new bracelet would fit the old case.

Otherwise, they're two very similar watches. Unlike the 116610 vs 16610 where there are HUGE changes. It seems most of the major changes with the YM are on the bracelet.

samsam · 24 August 2014, 12:08 AM

A great write up. Thanks!

SLRdude · 24 August 2014, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by pacific17

Just the insert though right?

It's not an insert on the YM. It's a one piece solid Pt bezel.

pacific17 · 24 August 2014, 08:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SLRdude

It's not an insert on the YM. It's a one piece solid Pt bezel.

Thank you, Chip.

Go Bucs · 1 March 2016, 10:22 PM

I know this is an old thread but I did not see clarification as to whether the change was to the lugs or to the bracelet to ensure a smooth transition? The reason I ask is I would consider putting an Everest band on it for weekend activities and they lost their strap to fit both, curious if it is not going to smoothly transition on one or the other.

SLRdude · 2 March 2016, 03:44 AM

If I remember correctly, the lugs on the 116622 are slightly different as well.
It's been two years since I've had the 16622 next to mine, so I can't give you a conclusive answer. All I have are those photos.

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jaisonline · 19 March 2016, 09:22 PM

Thanks for this comparison thread. Very informative along with the general 10662 topic.

I ended up buying a used 16622 with a V serial. All the original items were included (tags, card, books, receipt, box).

Chadridv · 19 March 2016, 09:29 PM

Very nice! Thanks for taking the time!

Rolex addict · 19 March 2016, 09:54 PM

I love my Z series 16622 and have been trying to source a new style bracelet for it. The old one just doesn't fit as good as my other watches.

AmaBans · 21 June 2016, 12:37 PM

Hi and thanks for doing this write-up with pics and all. I'm actually in the process of deciding whether to get the old or pay a bit more for the newer model. This was really helpful!

ole · 22 June 2016, 04:09 AM

Awesome thread. What @AmaBans said.

dysondiver · 22 June 2016, 04:26 AM

great read ,,, very good side by side pics.
i feel this will be read for years to come.

SLRdude · 22 June 2016, 05:38 AM

Glad you found it useful guys!

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Mrkamir9 · 23 June 2016, 04:23 PM

Does anyone know if these bezels can be refinished if they start to show too many unbearable scratches? I'm asking for a friend that just got his a few months ago and it's his first Rolex. He is very careful but has managed to put a few scratches on the platinum bezel (nothing deep) and our AD told him there's nothing to be done even through Rolex. It's a shame because it's a new watch and it's began to really bug him. I understand the bead/sand blasted finish comes with the territory, but in all honesty it looks worse then I thought. If anyone knows any tricks please let me know! He's not a guy who's super picky, and he wears his watches to enjoy... But he didn't realize it would be this noticeable after such a short time. I wish i had pictures, my apologies! Thanks in advance, cheers!

-Mark

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VicLeChic · 24 June 2016, 12:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrkamir9

Does anyone know if these bezels can be refinished if they start to show too many unbearable scratches? I'm asking for a friend that just got his a few months ago and it's his first Rolex. He is very careful but has managed to put a few scratches on the platinum bezel (nothing deep) and our AD told him there's nothing to be done even through Rolex. It's a shame because it's a new watch and it's began to really bug him. I understand the bead/sand blasted finish comes with the territory, but in all honesty it looks worse then I thought. If anyone knows any tricks please let me know! He's not a guy who's super picky, and he wears his watches to enjoy... But he didn't realize it would be this noticeable after such a short time. I wish i had pictures, my apologies! Thanks in advance, cheers!

-Mark

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I asked the question to my local official Rolex service desk last year. I had a tiny scratch on the platinum bezel, hardly visible, six months old watch.

They said to bring it over and that they should be able to refinish it and possibly for free, depending on the scratch depth. In the end I didn't bother going since I didn't like the idea of having the watch open and waiting six weeks for such a small thing.

If I were you I'd speak directly to a technician from the official service desk, not with the AD whom generally don't have a clue when it comes to technical stuff.

SLRdude · 24 June 2016, 02:47 AM

I asked my AD the same thing, and he checked with RSC on it.

According to what I was told, a full RSC service includes a new bezel for something like a 400 dollars charge.
I asked this two years ago so I might be wrong, but I guess one could easily call RSC and ask the question directly.

My bezel is still mint, but I will admit that fear of damaging it is on my mind from time to time.

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fskywalker · 16 October 2016, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrkamir9

Does anyone know if these bezels can be refinished if they start to show too many unbearable scratches? I'm asking for a friend that just got his a few months ago and it's his first Rolex. He is very careful but has managed to put a few scratches on the platinum bezel (nothing deep) and our AD told him there's nothing to be done even through Rolex. It's a shame because it's a new watch and it's began to really bug him. I understand the bead/sand blasted finish comes with the territory, but in all honesty it looks worse then I thought. If anyone knows any tricks please let me know! He's not a guy who's super picky, and he wears his watches to enjoy... But he didn't realize it would be this noticeable after such a short time. I wish i had pictures, my apologies! Thanks in advance, cheers!

-Mark

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Yes it can be refinished, tell your friend to contact LA Watchwerks in California as understand they refinish the bezel.

Mrkamir9 · 16 October 2016, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fskywalker

Yes it can be refinished, tell your friend to contact LA Watchwerks in California as understand they refinish the bezel.

it can be finished, but it will never look the same. Unfortunately, my friend already sold it because it bothered him so bad lol. I won't say where he got it touched up, but it was somewhere very well known...they even told him it would never look the same. That's why I don't like touching anything! Leave it untouched and unpolished, I'm good with it!

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Juantxo · 17 October 2016, 12:49 AM

I'd like to take pictures like those when I grow up.

rollee1 · 17 October 2016, 05:04 AM

Very informative.
Thank you for taking the time to post this comparison.

seventiesracing · 15 December 2016, 06:22 PM

Are the two dials much different ? I want the more sand blasted look

VicLeChic · 15 December 2016, 07:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seventiesracing

Are the two dials much different ? I want the more sand blasted look

The 16622 is blasted with a larger bead, which increases the glittering effect.

The 116622 is blasted with a finer grain giving it a somewhat more milky hue. In other words it shimmers more than it glitters under the same light condition.

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ducatigirl · 16 December 2016, 07:19 PM

does anyone know if my ym produced in 2006 but is mid-size model (35mm) is the more sparkly dial, or the less sparkly dial?

SLRdude · 18 December 2016, 08:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ducatigirl

does anyone know if my ym produced in 2006 but is mid-size model (35mm) is the more sparkly dial, or the less sparkly dial?

It should have the rougher dial, with the glitter effect.

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Bill Sohne · 18 December 2016, 10:40 AM

Hi SLRdude

Would love you thoughts ....

Thanks
Bill

SpyShops NY · 5 January 2017, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AmaBans

Hi and thanks for doing this write-up with pics and all. I'm actually in the process of deciding whether to get the old or pay a bit more for the newer model. This was really helpful!

I never buy Rolex new since it does not matter and you save big bucks. Even if I was a millionaire I would buy used. I paid 28,500 for gold yacht2 and new is 47k

23 August 2014, 06:18 PM	#61
versatile1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Jeff Location: Nanaimo, B.C. Watch: DJ2 Blue Romans Posts: 1,980	Great write up and congrats on the new YM Taste really varies doesn't it. I "like" the way the end links were longer then the lugs as it makes the watch wear larger. I like it so much I put a YM bracelet on my Sub C Thanks again for your comparison __________________ Everything will be okay in the end. If it's not okay, it's not the end. Life is a cruel teacher It will give you the test first and the lesson later

23 August 2014, 08:13 PM	#62
Zoran "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Zoran Location: EU Watch: 1655 Mark 1 Posts: 1,010	Great comparison! Thanks! I like the newer bracelet more with the PCL's, but I prefer the way the end-links look on the lugs of the 16622 But in conclusion, both are great looking watches! __________________

23 August 2014, 11:54 PM	#65
lorsban "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,199	Great writeup! I wonder if the new bracelet would fit the old case. Otherwise, they're two very similar watches. Unlike the 116610 vs 16610 where there are HUGE changes. It seems most of the major changes with the YM are on the bracelet. __________________ Rolex TT Datejust, Panerai PAM 312, Omega Connie C-Shape, Anonimo D-Date II, Squale 20 Atmos Blue Ray, Concord Impresario Triple Date Chrono Seiko SKX007, Monster Tuna

2 March 2016, 03:44 AM	#70
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	If I remember correctly, the lugs on the 116622 are slightly different as well. It's been two years since I've had the 16622 next to mine, so I can't give you a conclusive answer. All I have are those photos. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

22 June 2016, 05:38 AM	#77
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	16622 vs 116622 in Photographs Glad you found it useful guys! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

23 August 2014, 09:42 PM	#63
Casey VP-26 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: America Posts: 2,671	Good Detailed Comparison, Thanks for taking the time.

23 August 2014, 10:01 PM	#64
Mfrankel2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Marc Location: New york Watch: SD43,d-Blue, 16710 Posts: 1,010	Nice write up. Enjoy your new 116622

24 August 2014, 12:08 AM	#66
samsam "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 2,826	A great write up. Thanks!

1 March 2016, 10:22 PM	#69
Go Bucs "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 201	I know this is an old thread but I did not see clarification as to whether the change was to the lugs or to the bracelet to ensure a smooth transition? The reason I ask is I would consider putting an Everest band on it for weekend activities and they lost their strap to fit both, curious if it is not going to smoothly transition on one or the other.

19 March 2016, 09:22 PM	#71
jaisonline 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: USA Watch: 5 digit models Posts: 1,515	Thanks for this comparison thread. Very informative along with the general 10662 topic. I ended up buying a used 16622 with a V serial. All the original items were included (tags, card, books, receipt, box).

19 March 2016, 09:29 PM	#72
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,343	Very nice! Thanks for taking the time!

19 March 2016, 09:54 PM	#73
Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	I love my Z series 16622 and have been trying to source a new style bracelet for it. The old one just doesn't fit as good as my other watches.

21 June 2016, 12:37 PM	#74
AmaBans "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3	Hi and thanks for doing this write-up with pics and all. I'm actually in the process of deciding whether to get the old or pay a bit more for the newer model. This was really helpful!

22 June 2016, 04:09 AM	#75
ole "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Oslo, Norway Posts: 2	Awesome thread. What @AmaBans said.

22 June 2016, 04:26 AM	#76
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	great read ,,, very good side by side pics. i feel this will be read for years to come.

23 June 2016, 04:23 PM	#78
Mrkamir9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 425	16622 vs 116622 in Photographs Does anyone know if these bezels can be refinished if they start to show too many unbearable scratches? I'm asking for a friend that just got his a few months ago and it's his first Rolex. He is very careful but has managed to put a few scratches on the platinum bezel (nothing deep) and our AD told him there's nothing to be done even through Rolex. It's a shame because it's a new watch and it's began to really bug him. I understand the bead/sand blasted finish comes with the territory, but in all honesty it looks worse then I thought. If anyone knows any tricks please let me know! He's not a guy who's super picky, and he wears his watches to enjoy... But he didn't realize it would be this noticeable after such a short time. I wish i had pictures, my apologies! Thanks in advance, cheers! -Mark Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 June 2016, 02:47 AM	#80
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	I asked my AD the same thing, and he checked with RSC on it. According to what I was told, a full RSC service includes a new bezel for something like a 400 dollars charge. I asked this two years ago so I might be wrong, but I guess one could easily call RSC and ask the question directly. My bezel is still mint, but I will admit that fear of damaging it is on my mind from time to time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

17 October 2016, 12:49 AM	#83
Juantxo Banned Join Date: May 2016 Location: Utopia Posts: 2,101	I'd like to take pictures like those when I grow up.

17 October 2016, 05:04 AM	#84
rollee1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Rollee Location: Boston Watch: it watching me Posts: 1,945	Very informative. Thank you for taking the time to post this comparison. __________________ Time you enjoy wasting was not wasted

15 December 2016, 06:22 PM	#85
seventiesracing Banned Join Date: May 2016 Location: FLORIDA Watch: ROLEX DAYTONA Posts: 364	Are the two dials much different ? I want the more sand blasted look

16 December 2016, 07:19 PM	#87
ducatigirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: athens, greece Watch: 168622 177200 Posts: 79	does anyone know if my ym produced in 2006 but is mid-size model (35mm) is the more sparkly dial, or the less sparkly dial?

18 December 2016, 10:40 AM	#89
Bill Sohne "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 1	What do think of this dial? Sparklie? Hi SLRdude Would love you thoughts .... Thanks Bill

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