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Depewja · 11 September 2014, 04:08 AM

Hello everyone!

I fairly new to this forum, but have been reading the threads daily as I really enjoy the photos, reviews, and opinions from everyone. After having done such, I rarely see anyone post about the Yachtmaster II. I am interested in why there are so few posts about it and so many repetitive posts about the usual suspects (Sub C, GMT, DSSD, etc.). Don't get me wrong, I enjoy seeing these watches a great deal, but not extremely excited about owning one as so many others already do and these seem to be relatively easy (price wise) to buy. I am interested in picking up a YG Rolex for my next piece, but I am undecided between the Yachtmaster II, Sky Dweller, and the DD II. I would like to read what everyone thinks about these particular watches, which they might choose, and why? Also, would love to know if you own a Yachtmaster II, why you choose it over other options. I really look forward to hearing your responses. As a side note, I'm not too concerned with the large size of the Yachtmaster II as I am 6'2" 235lbs.

P.S. Currently, I own a Chronograph Cartier Roadster and TT Sub w/champagne serti dial.

brandrea · 11 September 2014, 04:12 AM

Welcome to TRF, I'm sure you'll get lots of responses from qualified owners of the pieces you mentioned. If it were me, I'd look at the GMT 718 as well.

tkerrmd · 11 September 2014, 04:31 AM

went with this...for size, weight, complication and most of all LOOKS!

welcome!

Depewja · 11 September 2014, 05:12 AM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

went with this...for size, weight, complication and most of all LOOKS!

welcome!

Thanks for the pic and congratulations, it looks amazing! I love the size and presence as well!

Depewja · 11 September 2014, 07:15 AM

Amazing watch!!

jschmidtdmd · 11 September 2014, 04:34 AM

I have both the skydweller and the yachmaster 2....if you want YG, I would go YM2. I prefer the Skydweller in WG, which is what I own.

JPS

tkerrmd · 11 September 2014, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by jschmidtdmd

I have both the skydweller and the yachmaster 2....if you want YG, I would go YM2. I prefer the Skydweller in WG, which is what I own.

JPS

John that pair would make a great pic!

Depewja · 11 September 2014, 05:13 AM

I would love to see that pic as well!

kilyung · 11 September 2014, 05:17 AM

Started with this beast and I felt a YG DD2 would be duplicative.

So what's a guy to do?

SkD wasn't an option as they just didn't sing to me.

Jeffa32 · 11 September 2014, 05:24 AM

I think these 3 model do not get the air time as they are at the higher end of the pricing form Rolex.

DDII is a classic and one I would own tomorrow if I had the cash. The sky dweller is growing on me with the black dial.

I find the YM2 far to busy for my tastes and don't like the bezel. But i am sure other feel very differently.

JustABreathAway · 11 September 2014, 07:22 AM

I went with the YG DDII as the Sky Dweller had not yet been invented, and more importantly, I think the President is The quintessential Rolex. In the years that I've owned my DDII, I've had the opportunity to see all the watches in person, hold them in my hand, wear them on my wrist. Let me say that the watches look, feel, and wear much different in person than they do in the photos you'll see here. So please go to an AD and spend some serious time with all the pieces you are considering before taking the plunge.

Good luck!!!

Depewja · 11 September 2014, 07:28 AM

Thanks for the advice! The DDII is a great watch with a lot of history and tradition. Classy choice!

AK797 · 11 September 2014, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Depewja

Thanks for the advice! The DDII is a great watch with a lot of history and tradition. Classy choice!

If you have ever wanted to feel like a President then you know what to do.

408cissss · 11 September 2014, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

If you have ever wanted to feel like a President then you know what to do.

I know I did!

kilyung · 11 September 2014, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 408cissss

I know I did!

No! You didn't!

Well done!!! I think you're the only other plat DD2 + platona owner besides Ken.

AK797 · 11 September 2014, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 408cissss

I know I did!

Wow, huge congrats Young, you can throw away your dumbbells now!

FremStar · 11 September 2014, 09:55 AM

Love them all...

AK797 · 11 September 2014, 10:02 AM

As my man Sam has done, and I did too, maybe go for a RG DDII and then a YG sports watch next like the YMII.

FremStar · 11 September 2014, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

As my man Sam has done, and I did too, maybe go for a RG DDII and then a YG sports watch next like the YMII.

Absolutely gorgeous my friend! Stunning Platinum Day Dates and YG YM2 as well gentlemen!

Depewja · 11 September 2014, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by FremStar

Absolutely gorgeous my friend! Stunning Platinum Day Dates and YG YM2 as well gentlemen!

Beautiful pics. Are you trying to confuse me more with the WG and RG? Lol

jschmidtdmd · 11 September 2014, 12:47 PM

Tom, I gotta figure out how to post pics!

Lol

JPS

westsideclock · 11 September 2014, 12:58 PM

DD. Classic

HogwldFLTR · 11 September 2014, 02:17 PM

Seems to me the DDII is the most traditional of the three and most likely to have the greatest liquidity if resale is an issue. For me the other two have no real appeal as beautiful as they may be.

JUSTROLEXES · 11 September 2014, 02:20 PM

You can't go wrong with either, I would say try all of them on if you have access to a dealer that have them in stock and take it from there.
Yacht II gets my vote

superdog · 11 September 2014, 09:13 PM

The eye candy in this thread is drool worthy.

Nice shots everyone.

I can't imagine ur making it any easier for the OP.

jschmidtdmd · 11 September 2014, 11:46 PM

I have tried them all on and IMO, the Day Date 2, fits the smallest and the lightest of them all.

JPS

JorgeCCW · 12 September 2014, 12:11 AM

I would remove the Sky Dweller of the competition and ask yourself if you want a Sporty Rolex (YMII) or a classic Rolex (DDII)? And then you have your answer.

Depewja · 12 September 2014, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by JorgeCCW

I would remove the Sky Dweller of the competition and ask yourself if you want a Sporty Rolex (YMII) or a classic Rolex (DDII)? And then you have your answer.

I think you may be correct. I may be starting to rule out the Sky Dweller.

watchwatcher · 12 September 2014, 11:09 AM

Between the DDII and the Sky, I would--and did--go DDII. All day.

Now between the YMII and the DDII...that's much tougher, IMO. Both of these beauties have drool-worthy written all over every mm of them. I would agree with Jorge, you just need to decide sporty or classic and go with that one.

11 September 2014, 04:08 AM	#1
Depewja "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Texas Posts: 175	Yachtmaster II, Sky Dweller & DD II Opinions Sought Hello everyone! I fairly new to this forum, but have been reading the threads daily as I really enjoy the photos, reviews, and opinions from everyone. After having done such, I rarely see anyone post about the Yachtmaster II. I am interested in why there are so few posts about it and so many repetitive posts about the usual suspects (Sub C, GMT, DSSD, etc.). Don't get me wrong, I enjoy seeing these watches a great deal, but not extremely excited about owning one as so many others already do and these seem to be relatively easy (price wise) to buy. I am interested in picking up a YG Rolex for my next piece, but I am undecided between the Yachtmaster II, Sky Dweller, and the DD II. I would like to read what everyone thinks about these particular watches, which they might choose, and why? Also, would love to know if you own a Yachtmaster II, why you choose it over other options. I really look forward to hearing your responses. As a side note, I'm not too concerned with the large size of the Yachtmaster II as I am 6'2" 235lbs. P.S. Currently, I own a Chronograph Cartier Roadster and TT Sub w/champagne serti dial.

11 September 2014, 05:24 AM	#10
Jeffa32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Jeff Location: Singapore Watch: Datejust II Posts: 426	I think these 3 model do not get the air time as they are at the higher end of the pricing form Rolex. DDII is a classic and one I would own tomorrow if I had the cash. The sky dweller is growing on me with the black dial. I find the YM2 far to busy for my tastes and don't like the bezel. But i am sure other feel very differently. __________________ Omega Speedmaster, Breitling Steelfish, Datejust II, IWC Portofino Chronograph, Planet Ocean Liquidmetal XL, BLNR, IWC Portuguese 7 day

11 September 2014, 09:55 AM	#17
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	Love them all... __________________ "Wealth is of the heart and mind, not of the pocket!" "A Watch Is An Emotional Object, And So, It Is The Responsibility Of The Brand To Create Emotion Through It's Products" - Georges Kern "In the 1950s and 60s, they made the Ref 8171, which is a cult collectible—now that’s the ultimate Rolex you could own with a calendar and a moon phase.” - John Reardon "Heh, heh, heh..." - Michael Kilyung

11 September 2014, 02:17 PM	#23
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,693	Seems to me the DDII is the most traditional of the three and most likely to have the greatest liquidity if resale is an issue. For me the other two have no real appeal as beautiful as they may be. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

11 September 2014, 02:20 PM	#24
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 51,110	You can't go wrong with either, I would say try all of them on if you have access to a dealer that have them in stock and take it from there. Yacht II gets my vote __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

11 September 2014, 04:12 AM	#2
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,091	Welcome to TRF, I'm sure you'll get lots of responses from qualified owners of the pieces you mentioned. If it were me, I'd look at the GMT 718 as well.

11 September 2014, 04:31 AM	#3
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	went with this...for size, weight, complication and most of all LOOKS! welcome!

11 September 2014, 07:15 AM	#5
Depewja "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Texas Posts: 175	Amazing watch!!

11 September 2014, 04:34 AM	#6
jschmidtdmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: Denver Posts: 2,294	I have both the skydweller and the yachmaster 2....if you want YG, I would go YM2. I prefer the Skydweller in WG, which is what I own. JPS

11 September 2014, 05:13 AM	#8
Depewja "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Texas Posts: 175	I would love to see that pic as well!

11 September 2014, 05:17 AM	#9
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Started with this beast and I felt a YG DD2 would be duplicative. So what's a guy to do? SkD wasn't an option as they just didn't sing to me.

11 September 2014, 07:22 AM	#11
JustABreathAway Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: United States Watch: The Reference Posts: 1,743	I went with the YG DDII as the Sky Dweller had not yet been invented, and more importantly, I think the President is The quintessential Rolex. In the years that I've owned my DDII, I've had the opportunity to see all the watches in person, hold them in my hand, wear them on my wrist. Let me say that the watches look, feel, and wear much different in person than they do in the photos you'll see here. So please go to an AD and spend some serious time with all the pieces you are considering before taking the plunge. Good luck!!!

11 September 2014, 07:28 AM	#12
Depewja "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Texas Posts: 175	Thanks for the advice! The DDII is a great watch with a lot of history and tradition. Classy choice!

11 September 2014, 10:02 AM	#18
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	As my man Sam has done, and I did too, maybe go for a RG DDII and then a YG sports watch next like the YMII.

11 September 2014, 12:47 PM	#21
jschmidtdmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: Denver Posts: 2,294	Tom, I gotta figure out how to post pics! Lol JPS

11 September 2014, 12:58 PM	#22
westsideclock "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: West Palm Beach Posts: 252	DD. Classic

11 September 2014, 09:13 PM	#25
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	The eye candy in this thread is drool worthy. Nice shots everyone. I can't imagine ur making it any easier for the OP. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

11 September 2014, 11:46 PM	#26
jschmidtdmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: Denver Posts: 2,294	I have tried them all on and IMO, the Day Date 2, fits the smallest and the lightest of them all. JPS

12 September 2014, 12:11 AM	#27
JorgeCCW "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Jorge Location: Ohio, USA Watch: Rolex,Patek and AP Posts: 4,707	I would remove the Sky Dweller of the competition and ask yourself if you want a Sporty Rolex (YMII) or a classic Rolex (DDII)? And then you have your answer. __________________ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Nothing happens until something moves " Albert Einstein

12 September 2014, 11:09 AM	#29
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Between the DDII and the Sky, I would--and did--go DDII. All day. Now between the YMII and the DDII...that's much tougher, IMO. Both of these beauties have drool-worthy written all over every mm of them. I would agree with Jorge, you just need to decide sporty or classic and go with that one.

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