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whiskymac · 18 April 2015, 04:51 PM

Hi all,
Currently considering both stainless Daytona (white dial) and YM2 (steel) to complement my DSSD. Due to the nature of my work my watches are only really worn at weekends mainly, so not a daily wearer as such.

I owned a 116520 Daytona a few years back and sold it after a couple years but I do quite fancy another. I also love the dial and blue bezel on the YM2 but for the moment it's one or the other. :-)
For those that have owned or worn both which do you prefer and why? :-)

Any feedback would be much appreciated.
Thanks.

regnant · 18 April 2015, 06:58 PM

I have SS YMII and my fave watch
I had a cerachrome Daytona too.These are different watches but I would pick the SS YM II. I see it's evoking people' feelings but mostly of which is in negative way. However, I have not seen a person who dislikes Daytona

zama · 18 April 2015, 07:00 PM

I prefer the Daytona, why not look at the TT Daytona with the Blue dial I think it is awesome piece.

Britexpat76 · 18 April 2015, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by zama

I prefer the Daytona, why not look at the TT Daytona with the Blue dial I think it is awesome piece.

This, or Panda dial

SearChart · 18 April 2015, 07:51 PM

Daytona, it's smaller and better looking imo.

FTX I · 19 April 2015, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Daytona, it's smaller and better looking imo.

^This

jjnd08 · 18 April 2015, 08:10 PM

Daytona.

padi56 · 18 April 2015, 08:18 PM

Not a huge fan of Either watches, but if I had to chose it would be the Daytona.

1st amg · 18 April 2015, 08:52 PM

Considering that you have a DSSD, the YM2 will suit you better, the Daytona may feel too small on you since you have the DSSD...I too decided on the YM2 a few months ago as I also have a DSSD and I know I made the right decision, I love my YM2

AK797 · 18 April 2015, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 1st amg

Considering that you have a DSSD, the YM2 will suit you better, the Daytona may feel too small on you since you have the DSSD...I too decided on the YM2 a few months ago as I also have a DSSD and I know I made the right decision, I love my YM2

Agree so YM2, also really like the RG TT, or a gold Daytona.

brandrea · 18 April 2015, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Not a huge fan of Either watches, but if I had to chose it would be the Daytona.

Same here

Racerdj · 18 April 2015, 09:44 PM

I would go the Daytona route.

Urosfan · 18 April 2015, 09:44 PM

Daytona

tkerrmd · 18 April 2015, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by whiskymac

Hi all,
Currently considering both stainless Daytona (white dial) and YM2 (steel) to complement my DSSD. Due to the nature of my work my watches are only really worn at weekends mainly, so not a daily wearer as such.

I owned a 116520 Daytona a few years back and sold it after a couple years but I do quite fancy another. I also love the dial and blue bezel on the YM2 but for the moment it's one or the other. :-)
For those that have owned or worn both which do you prefer and why? :-)

Any feedback would be much appreciated.
Thanks.

I prefer the Daytona but it will be smallish compared to the DSSD, I think the YMII would be a better match

nick c · 19 April 2015, 12:21 AM

This

kilyung · 19 April 2015, 12:30 AM

I released my SS Daytona and picked up a YG YM2 because of the weight. I'd pick a Platona over the YM2.

Danny83 · 19 April 2015, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

i released my ss daytona and picked up a yg ym2 because of the weight. I'd pick a platona over the ym2.

x2

1st amg · 19 April 2015, 02:11 AM

Here you go! Pick meeeee

Mastergreenhand · 19 April 2015, 02:11 AM

Both are great, and I love both. though you would think I'm biased since I have a SS Daytona white, in your case I'd do the YMII SS. As others have said, it might be a better pairing due to the size of your DSSD.

EIE0053 · 19 April 2015, 03:00 AM

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Flip a coin.

SC11 · 19 April 2015, 03:34 AM

I nearly picked up the YMII but found the white/blue combo not as versatile as I'd like, if my collection was bigger it would be a great addition also the price was a little off putting.

Picked up the Daytona (white) instead but have now found the SDc lives on my wrist so that's now on the chopping block.

whiskymac · 19 April 2015, 03:55 AM

Thanks for the replies folks. :-)
At the moment I'm leaning towards the YM2, I really do like the blue bezel.
Like a few of you pointed out the Daytona may feel a little small compared with my DSSD...I was hoping to see maybe a new Daytona at Basel but it would appear for now Rolex are sticking with the classic proportions.
How is the bracelet fine adjustment with the YM2? Must admit I've really grown to appreciate the micro adjustment the bracelet on the DSSD allows.

watchwatcher · 19 April 2015, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by whiskymac

Thanks for the replies folks. :-)
At the moment I'm leaning towards the YM2, I really do like the blue bezel.
Like a few of you pointed out the Daytona may feel a little small compared with my DSSD...I was hoping to see maybe a new Daytona at Basel but it would appear for now Rolex are sticking with the classic proportions.
How is the bracelet fine adjustment with the YM2? Must admit I've really grown to appreciate the micro adjustment the bracelet on the DSSD allows.

I love (and have had) both...but I would give the edge to the YM2. There is just something about the design, contrast of the bezel/dial, and the wrist presence that gets to me with this watch.

The bracelet uses the easy link clasp found in a lot of the newer models such as the GMT2c, DJ2, (and Daytona). It is not as adjustable as the glide lock, but still very serviceable. Good luck,

vukotab · 19 April 2015, 04:41 AM

Both fantastic watches, but very, VERY different. Different sizes, different functions, different level of (always popular) "bling factor"...
I tried both many times and, for me, there would be only Daytona. Timeless, classic design, reliable movement, perfect size (not too big and not to small), and it's truly prestigious watch for every occasion.
To put it simply, go for one that "sings" you the most, base your decision on looks alone (because quality of both pieces is impeccable) and you can't go wrong! :)

SC11 · 19 April 2015, 04:59 AM

Also on a side note make sure you buy the YMII right they do take a hit if you decide its not the one!

Ravager135 · 19 April 2015, 09:57 AM

Both are great. Daytona will give your collection more variation. The YMII is beautiful for what it is but it is similar in size to what you have.

MCO1 · 19 April 2015, 11:59 AM

I have the itch for a Daytona so that's what I would say. That being said since you have owned a Daytona already you might want to give the YMII a go and see how you like it. If you do you do if you don't you will have scratched the itch and be happier when you flip it for another Daytona. Sometimes I just have to have owned something even though it may no be something I have forever.

18 April 2015, 04:51 PM	#1
whiskymac "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: England. Posts: 15	Daytona or YM II? Hi all, Currently considering both stainless Daytona (white dial) and YM2 (steel) to complement my DSSD. Due to the nature of my work my watches are only really worn at weekends mainly, so not a daily wearer as such. I owned a 116520 Daytona a few years back and sold it after a couple years but I do quite fancy another. I also love the dial and blue bezel on the YM2 but for the moment it's one or the other. :-) For those that have owned or worn both which do you prefer and why? :-) Any feedback would be much appreciated. Thanks.

18 April 2015, 06:58 PM	#2
regnant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Close to Rolex AD Posts: 3,474	I have SS YMII and my fave watch I had a cerachrome Daytona too.These are different watches but I would pick the SS YM II. I see it's evoking people' feelings but mostly of which is in negative way. However, I have not seen a person who dislikes Daytona __________________

18 April 2015, 07:00 PM	#3
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,808	I prefer the Daytona, why not look at the TT Daytona with the Blue dial I think it is awesome piece. __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

18 April 2015, 08:18 PM	#8
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,063	Not a huge fan of Either watches, but if I had to chose it would be the Daytona. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

18 April 2015, 09:44 PM	#12
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	I would go the Daytona route. __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

18 April 2015, 08:10 PM	#7
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	Daytona.

18 April 2015, 08:52 PM	#9
1st amg 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: nicholas Location: ottawa canada Watch: Rolex,AP,Panerai Posts: 10,410	Considering that you have a DSSD, the YM2 will suit you better, the Daytona may feel too small on you since you have the DSSD...I too decided on the YM2 a few months ago as I also have a DSSD and I know I made the right decision, I love my YM2

18 April 2015, 09:44 PM	#13
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Daytona

19 April 2015, 12:21 AM	#15
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	This Attached Images

19 April 2015, 12:30 AM	#16
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	I released my SS Daytona and picked up a YG YM2 because of the weight. I'd pick a Platona over the YM2.

19 April 2015, 02:11 AM	#18
1st amg 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: nicholas Location: ottawa canada Watch: Rolex,AP,Panerai Posts: 10,410	Here you go! Pick meeeee

19 April 2015, 02:11 AM	#19
Mastergreenhand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Tony Location: Chi-town Watch: Starbucks, Panerai Posts: 1,188	Both are great, and I love both. though you would think I'm biased since I have a SS Daytona white, in your case I'd do the YMII SS. As others have said, it might be a better pairing due to the size of your DSSD. __________________ Starbucks, Speedmaster Professional, PAM 212

19 April 2015, 03:00 AM	#20
EIE0053 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Neil Location: Florida Watch: The one I have on Posts: 50	Flip a coin.

19 April 2015, 03:34 AM	#21
SC11 Banned Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Watch: AP ☠️ Posts: 6,151	I nearly picked up the YMII but found the white/blue combo not as versatile as I'd like, if my collection was bigger it would be a great addition also the price was a little off putting. Picked up the Daytona (white) instead but have now found the SDc lives on my wrist so that's now on the chopping block.

19 April 2015, 03:55 AM	#22
whiskymac "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: England. Posts: 15	Thanks for the replies folks. :-) At the moment I'm leaning towards the YM2, I really do like the blue bezel. Like a few of you pointed out the Daytona may feel a little small compared with my DSSD...I was hoping to see maybe a new Daytona at Basel but it would appear for now Rolex are sticking with the classic proportions. How is the bracelet fine adjustment with the YM2? Must admit I've really grown to appreciate the micro adjustment the bracelet on the DSSD allows.

19 April 2015, 04:41 AM	#24
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	Both fantastic watches, but very, VERY different. Different sizes, different functions, different level of (always popular) "bling factor"... I tried both many times and, for me, there would be only Daytona. Timeless, classic design, reliable movement, perfect size (not too big and not to small), and it's truly prestigious watch for every occasion. To put it simply, go for one that "sings" you the most, base your decision on looks alone (because quality of both pieces is impeccable) and you can't go wrong! :) __________________ My fashion blog and Instagram: https://stylebyvukota.com/ https://instagram.com/vukotabrajovic/

19 April 2015, 04:59 AM	#25
SC11 Banned Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Watch: AP ☠️ Posts: 6,151	Also on a side note make sure you buy the YMII right they do take a hit if you decide its not the one!

19 April 2015, 09:57 AM	#26
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,224	Both are great. Daytona will give your collection more variation. The YMII is beautiful for what it is but it is similar in size to what you have.

19 April 2015, 11:59 AM	#27
MCO1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Missouri USA Watch: Daytona C white Posts: 2,248	I have the itch for a Daytona so that's what I would say. That being said since you have owned a Daytona already you might want to give the YMII a go and see how you like it. If you do you do if you don't you will have scratched the itch and be happier when you flip it for another Daytona. Sometimes I just have to have owned something even though it may no be something I have forever.

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