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Old 7 November 2014, 07:42 PM   #1
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116622 blue. How is it for size.

Considering the 116622 YM blue dial as my next watch. Not had a chance to see one at an AD yet as none in my area have one at the moment. Can anyone comment on how it is for size. I am not a big watch person and am used to my DateJust. I also find the 40mm explorer II fine for size. On the too big side is the new 42mm explorer II and also the Sub C I find to be pushing it due to its bulk. The GMT2-C is about on the threshold for me. Obviously it's best I go and check it out in person but wondered if anyone with the YM could give some input.

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Old 7 November 2014, 08:19 PM   #2
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116622 blue. How is it for size.

It wears a bit on the smaller side for me because of the case design, imo. My wrist is 7.5".
Go for it!👍
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Old 7 November 2014, 08:46 PM   #3
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I have tried one out against a DJII also blue. Compared for half an hour.It looks smaller and feels lighter than DJII for sure and what a glamour piece it is! I say "Go For It". It'll be more like 40mm Exp II
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Old 7 November 2014, 08:50 PM   #4
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Stunning picture Patrick! It is a stunning piece! Good luck
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Old 7 November 2014, 09:34 PM   #5
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Cracking choice, i like it a lot
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Old 7 November 2014, 09:48 PM   #6
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I like it!
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Old 7 November 2014, 10:00 PM   #7
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Thanks for that image Patrick. I also have a 7.5" wrist and have been looking at that piece. I just can't get over the looks of it.
Funny thing, the watch is basically a submariner but it looks so much better. IMHO..
Mr. DJ I say go for it!
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Old 7 November 2014, 11:56 PM   #8
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Thanks. I guessed due to the more tapered/rounded case it would wear similar to the 40mm explorer II. Just need to find one locally to try on. When making a deal on it should I be aiming for discount similar to a two tone model as technically the 116622 is part precious metal and part steel or should I be looking at it as a steel sports? I also don't suspect they are Rolex biggest seller.
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Old 8 November 2014, 02:54 AM   #9
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Thanks. I guessed due to the more tapered/rounded case it would wear similar to the 40mm explorer II. Just need to find one locally to try on. When making a deal on it should I be aiming for discount similar to a two tone model as technically the 116622 is part precious metal and part steel or should I be looking at it as a steel sports? I also don't suspect they are Rolex biggest seller.
I would bet your best discounts would be right here in the classifieds...seen some pretty good deals lately.
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Old 8 November 2014, 12:10 AM   #10
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Go for it. It should be similar in size to the gmt II c. Happy hunting.
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Old 8 November 2014, 12:42 AM   #12
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Similar to subc.
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Old 8 November 2014, 01:23 AM   #13
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I like that watch a lot.
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Old 8 November 2014, 01:26 AM   #14
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I find it wears similar to a non-ceramic Submariner Date.
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Old 8 November 2014, 01:30 AM   #15
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Old 8 November 2014, 02:38 AM   #16
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Now I want to switch to the blue face!
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Old 8 November 2014, 02:54 AM   #17
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here it is with my GMT and sub...









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Old 8 November 2014, 05:16 AM   #18
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I've tried both DJ II & this YM. I found the YM wore smaller & was more comfortable. It felt the same as my Sub 14060. :-)
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Old 8 November 2014, 06:23 AM   #19
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Great pics Tom. It does look slightly less bulky than the SubC and the GMT2C. Think I need to try and see one in the metal and try it on next to my 116200 and 16570. Also need to see what sort of deal I can swing.
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