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captainron62 · 18 August 2018, 01:51 AM

As with most of us, I am constantly considering my next purchase. The business-minded side of me says look for a value buy, don't pay retail, etc., etc. As well all know this has become very difficult. I am not married to any particular watch, I do want a two-tone, not ready for a solid gold timepiece yet.

The more I look I keep coming across YM that seems to pack a lot of value. I happen to like the watch and I am surprised it doesn't get more love. It even showed up quite a bit on a thread within the last week as most unlikely to buy quite often.

Can anyone shed some light on the dislike for the YM, and also what are some watches you guys consider to still have some value on the secondary market?

Thanks!

beshannon · 18 August 2018, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by captainron62

Can anyone shed some light on the dislike for the YM

I can only speak for myself.

I do not like the look and have no need for the complications.

I buy watches to own and wear and enjoy so this one would not meet any of those criteria, at any price.

Shakini · 18 August 2018, 02:03 AM

YMs seem to be the only SS sports pieces available in the UK ADs. Personally, I think the Rhodium dial version is a stunner. The turquoise may not suit all tastes but it's a beauty to my mind...

T01 · 18 August 2018, 02:08 AM

Typically TT models can be had for a fair sum in the second hand market, especially the YM. Would be a good choice.

KBM · 18 August 2018, 02:43 AM

If this includes vintage, definitely a 36mm solid gold day date on a strap. Great examples are available for 6.5-8k, which is pretty amazing value for what you get.

brandrea · 18 August 2018, 02:46 AM

36 mm Datejusts are a pretty good value IMO.

joli160 · 18 August 2018, 02:56 AM

Lots of people don't know what they are missing, YM is like an upgraded Submariner, twice as comfortable, nice Pt bezel and much mote luxurious looking imho.
My older 5 digit 16622 on a jubilee

SearChart · 18 August 2018, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by joli160

Lots of people don't know what they are missing, YM is like an upgraded Submariner, twice as comfortable, nice Pt bezel and much mote luxurious looking imho.
My older 5 digit 16622 on a jubilee

Never seen this on jubilee but I must say it looks even better!!

iLLGT2 · 18 August 2018, 02:52 AM

I personally love the YM, always have... And the YMII which I have as well

Im contemplating selling my YM TT , I think its a bargain compared to the overinflated market, LMK if you like

I guess either you're a YM guy or you're not lol

captainron62 · 18 August 2018, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by iLLGT2

I personally love the YM, always have... And the YMII which I have as well

Im contemplating selling my YM TT , I think its a bargain compared to the overinflated market, LMK if you like

I guess either you're a YM guy or you're not lol

I love it, feel free to send me a PM. I was planning on this being a 45th bday present in March, but you never know!

HogwldFLTR · 18 August 2018, 02:59 AM

Unless you're lucky any savings made when purchasing a watch will be likewise passed on to the next owner when and if you sell. Buying a less desirable Rolex leaves you holding a watch that is less desirable. Now if you know that the watch is your grail it makes no difference. Just be prepared to live with it. The Pt YM has always been one of my favorites but so far I've not bought one and likely will not.

red1108nyc · 18 August 2018, 03:00 AM

16600 or 16570.

kegan · 18 August 2018, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by red1108nyc

16600 or 16570.

This

droptopman · 18 August 2018, 03:04 AM

16570 is the best pro model deal out there in most cases. Love the YM but the bezel drove me nuts.

subtona · 18 August 2018, 03:12 AM

All Rolex are built to beat the snot out of em.
How you decide to use it is totally up to you.

oysterflexer · 18 August 2018, 03:31 AM

Get a datejust 2 with fluted bezel. Used prices are great an it's the most noticeable rolex for the money.

CoveWatch · 18 August 2018, 04:24 AM

dJ or explorers I think are good values

enjoythemusic · 18 August 2018, 04:26 AM

A used 36mm Date Just are very reasonable and work for dress and casual wear.

City74 · 18 August 2018, 04:28 AM

1601 and 1603 can’t be had in the mid 2s. That’s a lot of watch for that kinda coin IMO

nektar · 18 August 2018, 06:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by captainron62

As with most of us, I am constantly considering my next purchase. The business-minded side of me says look for a value buy, don't pay retail, etc., etc. As well all know this has become very difficult. I am not married to any particular watch, I do want a two-tone, not ready for a solid gold timepiece yet.

The more I look I keep coming across YM that seems to pack a lot of value. I happen to like the watch and I am surprised it doesn't get more love. It even showed up quite a bit on a thread within the last week as most unlikely to buy quite often.

Can anyone shed some light on the dislike for the YM, and also what are some watches you guys consider to still have some value on the secondary market?

Thanks!

I like your first sentence :) Subs serve as a currency.

kirksingleton · 20 August 2018, 01:18 AM

You can pick up a nice used tt datejust for a song.

Rolerx · 20 August 2018, 03:15 AM

16570 black dial can be had for $4300 or so on a good day and $4500 pretty regularly. Pretty good starter Watch if you ask me

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dubins930 · 21 August 2018, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolerx

16570 black dial can be had for $4300 or so on a good day and $4500 pretty regularly. Pretty good starter Watch if you ask me

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Sweetswisssteel · 20 August 2018, 06:09 PM

Blue 16613

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roosvelt · 20 August 2018, 06:58 PM

Was going to add the 16610 but really the price they're going for doesn't fit best watch for the buck.

zeeww · 20 August 2018, 07:04 PM

Explorer II for me

1kw · 21 August 2018, 10:08 AM

The YM is the least expensive Rolex to have Platinum. As others have said it is a very comfortable watch and is same movement as a submariner but to me much nicer, not a me too watch. I have a TT sub., YM Rhodium dial/Miami blue second hand and writing on the dial and a Rose Gold Daytona C on a strap and a Breitling. The YM gets most of the wrist time just do to shear comfort. I really like the picture above the YM on a jubilee bracelet and would love to find out to fit one ?

captainron62 · 21 August 2018, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by 1kw

The YM is the least expensive Rolex to have Platinum. As others have said it is a very comfortable watch and is same movement as a submariner but to me much nicer, not a me too watch. I have a TT sub., YM Rhodium dial/Miami blue second hand and writing on the dial and a Rose Gold Daytona C on a strap and a Breitling. The YM gets most of the wrist time just do to shear comfort. I really like the picture above the YM on a jubilee bracelet and would love to find out to fit one ?

Well said, I stopped by the local AD today and they had a platinum/blue dial stainless and a TT chocolate dial. I have to say the choc dial is impressive in person. I am holding out for the exact one I want, but I would be okay with either one I tried on today.

18 August 2018, 01:51 AM	#1
captainron62 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Ronald Location: Tampa Watch: Air King 40mm Posts: 183	Best used Rolex bang for the buck? As with most of us, I am constantly considering my next purchase. The business-minded side of me says look for a value buy, don't pay retail, etc., etc. As well all know this has become very difficult. I am not married to any particular watch, I do want a two-tone, not ready for a solid gold timepiece yet. The more I look I keep coming across YM that seems to pack a lot of value. I happen to like the watch and I am surprised it doesn't get more love. It even showed up quite a bit on a thread within the last week as most unlikely to buy quite often. Can anyone shed some light on the dislike for the YM, and also what are some watches you guys consider to still have some value on the secondary market? Thanks!

18 August 2018, 02:56 AM	#7
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,759	Lots of people don't know what they are missing, YM is like an upgraded Submariner, twice as comfortable, nice Pt bezel and much mote luxurious looking imho. My older 5 digit 16622 on a jubilee Attached Images __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

18 August 2018, 02:52 AM	#9
iLLGT2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Martin Location: NY And FLA Watch: AP ROO Blue Scuba Posts: 2,695	I personally love the YM, always have... And the YMII which I have as well Im contemplating selling my YM TT , I think its a bargain compared to the overinflated market, LMK if you like I guess either you're a YM guy or you're not lol Attached Images

18 August 2018, 02:59 AM	#11
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	Unless you're lucky any savings made when purchasing a watch will be likewise passed on to the next owner when and if you sell. Buying a less desirable Rolex leaves you holding a watch that is less desirable. Now if you know that the watch is your grail it makes no difference. Just be prepared to live with it. The Pt YM has always been one of my favorites but so far I've not bought one and likely will not. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

18 August 2018, 03:04 AM	#14
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	16570 is the best pro model deal out there in most cases. Love the YM but the bezel drove me nuts. __________________ Judge Smails: Ty, what did you shoot today? Ty: Oh, Judge, I don't keep score. Judge Smails: Then how do you measure yourself with other golfers? Ty: By height.

18 August 2018, 02:03 AM	#3
Shakini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Mani Location: London Town Watch: TBB (red), YMR Posts: 194	YMs seem to be the only SS sports pieces available in the UK ADs. Personally, I think the Rhodium dial version is a stunner. The turquoise may not suit all tastes but it's a beauty to my mind...

18 August 2018, 02:08 AM	#4
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,490	Typically TT models can be had for a fair sum in the second hand market, especially the YM. Would be a good choice.

18 August 2018, 02:43 AM	#5
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	If this includes vintage, definitely a 36mm solid gold day date on a strap. Great examples are available for 6.5-8k, which is pretty amazing value for what you get.

18 August 2018, 02:46 AM	#6
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	36 mm Datejusts are a pretty good value IMO.

18 August 2018, 03:00 AM	#12
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,512	16600 or 16570.

18 August 2018, 03:12 AM	#15
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,599	All Rolex are built to beat the snot out of em. How you decide to use it is totally up to you. __________________

18 August 2018, 03:31 AM	#16
oysterflexer Banned Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Guelph, On Watch: SOON. Posts: 104	Get a datejust 2 with fluted bezel. Used prices are great an it's the most noticeable rolex for the money.

18 August 2018, 04:24 AM	#17
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	dJ or explorers I think are good values

18 August 2018, 04:26 AM	#18
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,180	A used 36mm Date Just are very reasonable and work for dress and casual wear. __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

18 August 2018, 04:28 AM	#19
City74 Banned Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Bradley Location: Virginia Watch: Speedy Reduced Posts: 727	1601 and 1603 can’t be had in the mid 2s. That’s a lot of watch for that kinda coin IMO

20 August 2018, 01:18 AM	#21
kirksingleton "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,759	You can pick up a nice used tt datejust for a song.

20 August 2018, 03:15 AM	#22
Rolerx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: United States Posts: 24	16570 black dial can be had for $4300 or so on a good day and $4500 pretty regularly. Pretty good starter Watch if you ask me Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 August 2018, 06:09 PM	#24
Sweetswisssteel "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Brisbane Watch: 126618LB Posts: 588	Blue 16613 Sent from my HTC 2PXH3 using Tapatalk

20 August 2018, 06:58 PM	#25
roosvelt Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: achille Location: Grosse Pointe Mi. Watch: 16613 serti 18078 Posts: 446	Was going to add the 16610 but really the price they're going for doesn't fit best watch for the buck.

20 August 2018, 07:04 PM	#26
zeeww "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: London Posts: 205	Explorer II for me

21 August 2018, 10:08 AM	#27
1kw "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: pa Posts: 313	The YM is the least expensive Rolex to have Platinum. As others have said it is a very comfortable watch and is same movement as a submariner but to me much nicer, not a me too watch. I have a TT sub., YM Rhodium dial/Miami blue second hand and writing on the dial and a Rose Gold Daytona C on a strap and a Breitling. The YM gets most of the wrist time just do to shear comfort. I really like the picture above the YM on a jubilee bracelet and would love to find out to fit one ?

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