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SteelSubmarinerGuy · 24 November 2019, 06:33 AM

It truly baffles me why the current yacht master is not as popular some other models in the Rolex range. I personally think it’s a beautiful watch, specifically the version with the slate grey dial.

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omx5o · 24 November 2019, 06:40 AM

Shh, keep it under your hat. Don't want the world to know.

SteelSubmarinerGuy · 24 November 2019, 06:41 AM

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Keep it under your hat. Don't want the world to know.

Nice piece!!

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Rori · 27 November 2019, 05:32 AM

What a splendid watch! The dial with blue hands is mesmerizing. I would have bad time trying to take my eyes off that dial.
Tell me about the bezel, is it as they day hard to maintain due to the titanium material. I've heard that if it scratches it becomes hard to polish.

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Shh, keep it under your hat. Don't want the world to know.

omx5o · 27 November 2019, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Rori

Tell me about the bezel, is it as they day hard to maintain due to the titanium material. I've heard that if it scratches it becomes hard to polish.

The bezel is platinum, not titanium. To be honest I don't know. I've not seen any 20 year old YMs with any significant problems on the bezel. I imagine it is a bit hard to polish because the inner parts are specially sandblasted at the factory. However, I imagine if sent to RSC for a service, they will know exactly how to deal with it.

I think scratches will show much less on this than the Daytona gold bezels which are smooth and uniform.

Rori · 27 November 2019, 05:56 AM

Platinum I meant.
Thanks for the info, and your right, this bezel should show less scratches than a smooth bezel.
Amazing piece. The new one Rolex introduced this year on rubber strap is breathtaking. Too bad it's not steal.

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The bezel is platinum, not titanium. To be honest I don't know. I've not seen any 20 year old YMs with any significant problems on the bezel. I imagine it is a bit hard to polish because the inner parts are specially sandblasted at the factory. However, I imagine if sent to RSC for a service, they will know exactly how to deal with it.

I think scratches will show much less on this than the Daytona gold bezels which are smooth and uniform.

Brew · 27 November 2019, 05:55 AM

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I've heard that if it scratches it becomes hard to polish.

You might enjoy this: https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...t-master+bezel

ilovethiscity · 27 November 2019, 06:54 AM

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You might enjoy this: https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...t-master+bezel

Thanks for sharing this as I never ever take mine off haha gonna need it someday

Dsmith1974 · 24 November 2019, 06:42 AM

I like it too. Especially the rose gold on oyster flex.

The YM popularity threads normally distill down to two main points.

Not as much history as a sub or gmt.

Not quite a sports watch and not quite a professional watch so awkwardly placed on its own.

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djyolky · 24 November 2019, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Dsmith1974

I like it too. Especially the rose gold on oyster flex.

The YM popularity threads normally distill down to two main points.

Not as much history as a sub or gmt.

Not quite a sports watch and not quite a professional watch so awkwardly placed on its own.

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Your last paragraph confuses the hell outta me.

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Strummer25 · 24 November 2019, 06:46 AM

I have 2 “classics” Sub and Datejust plus an SD4K. Have to say my YM 9bluedial) to my taste anyway is the best looking, as well as being the most comfortable.

garbanzo · 24 November 2019, 06:47 AM

In general, the YMs are gorgeous watches - beautiful dial choices available.
Can only speak for myself, but to me the deal breaker is the bezel. Just don’t like the way platinum looks.
Having said this, my next purchase next spring will be an YM, the 126655. Obviously, it has the ceramic bezel

MichelleP · 24 November 2019, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by garbanzo

In general, the YMs are gorgeous watches - beautiful dial choices available.
Can only speak for myself, but to me the deal breaker is the bezel. Just don’t like the way platinum looks.
Having said this, my next purchase next spring will be an YM, the 126655. Obviously, it has the ceramic bezel

Just picked up the 126655. It's a great watch and love the glidelock with the oysterflex

Aplover5 · 25 November 2019, 10:50 AM

Also don’t like the bezel or pricepoint.

kieselguhr · 24 November 2019, 06:50 AM

Not popular in the SubTona forums yes. Like every other Rolex that isn’t a Daytona or a Submariner.

In the real world, all Rolex are selling just fine.

locutus49 · 24 November 2019, 06:57 AM

This is like one of those Buddhist koans like what is the sound of one hand clapping. In other words, it is inscrutable.

gk718 · 24 November 2019, 07:01 AM

I’ve always felt the blue dial 116622 was very underrated.

alphadweller · 24 November 2019, 08:06 AM

Cool piece, one of my watchbox favorites. A dressy sports watch for almost all occasions. Its refined appearance makes it look feminine to some and I wouldn't be surprised if this was the main reason for its lower popularity.

Tools · 24 November 2019, 08:18 AM

It isn't as popular because it is not as aesthetically pleasing or as likeable.

In everything that is based on popularity, somebody has to be the last kid picked for the team.

Roger Lococco · 24 November 2019, 08:19 AM

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It isn't as popular because it is not as aesthetically pleasing or as likeable.

In everything that is based on popularity, somebody has to be the last kid picked for the team.

Yawn.

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AJ94 · 24 November 2019, 08:23 AM

I love them, however decided to stick with ceramic bezel for long term wear

RJRJRJ · 24 November 2019, 08:30 AM

Price. Somebody who "wants a sport Rolex" would rather pay $8500 for a Sub Date than $12,000 for a YM. This of course when you could just walk in a buy a Sub, which is why the YM is getting harder to get now.

djyolky · 24 November 2019, 08:48 AM

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Price. Somebody who "wants a sport Rolex" would rather pay $8500 for a Sub Date than $12,000 for a YM. This of course when you could just walk in a buy a Sub, which is why the YM is getting harder to get now.

I totally agree. It's not priced well. It would do a hell of a lot better at say 9k.

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jlovda · 25 November 2019, 08:06 AM

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I totally agree. It's not priced well. It would do a hell of a lot better at say 9k.

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You could say that about any $12K watch.

RyanO · 15 December 2019, 11:01 AM

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Price. Somebody who "wants a sport Rolex" would rather pay $8500 for a Sub Date than $12,000 for a YM. This of course when you could just walk in a buy a Sub, which is why the YM is getting harder to get now.

This. It’s an underrated reference IMO but many find it expensive. I love mine with the sunburst blue dial.

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CountryRoads · 25 December 2019, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by RJRJRJ

Price. Somebody who "wants a sport Rolex" would rather pay $8500 for a Sub Date than $12,000 for a YM. This of course when you could just walk in a buy a Sub, which is why the YM is getting harder to get now.

I second the economic argument.

superdog · 24 November 2019, 08:35 AM

I’m a huge YM fan.

fsprow · 24 November 2019, 08:45 AM

Not too many “Yachtsmen” around these days. Easier to imagine you are a diver or explorer.

superdog · 24 November 2019, 08:48 AM

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Not too many “Yachtsmen” around these days. Easier to imagine you are a diver or explorer.

Lmao.

Love this post.

I do think “imagine” is the key tho. For most of us anyway.

omx5o · 24 November 2019, 08:49 AM

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Not too many “Yachtsmen” around these days. Easier to imagine you are a diver or explorer.

Strictly speaking, a Submariner is for submarines.

24 November 2019, 06:33 AM	#1
SteelSubmarinerGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Arkansas Posts: 508	Why is the Yacht Master not as popular as the other sports models? It truly baffles me why the current yacht master is not as popular some other models in the Rolex range. I personally think it’s a beautiful watch, specifically the version with the slate grey dial. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 November 2019, 06:47 AM	#12
garbanzo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Spain Posts: 833	In general, the YMs are gorgeous watches - beautiful dial choices available. Can only speak for myself, but to me the deal breaker is the bezel. Just don’t like the way platinum looks. Having said this, my next purchase next spring will be an YM, the 126655. Obviously, it has the ceramic bezel __________________ 116610LN - 216570 Polar - 114300 Red Grape - 326934 White - 116660 Black - 126300 Blue - 116713LN - 116503 Black - 116900 - 126600 - 116618LB - 116689 - 79220R ETA

25 November 2019, 10:50 AM	#14
Aplover5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 307	Also don’t like the bezel or pricepoint. Last edited by Aplover5; 25 November 2019 at 10:53 AM.. Reason: Wrong reply

24 November 2019, 06:50 AM	#15
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,623	Why is the Yacht Master not as popular as the other sports models? Not popular in the SubTona forums yes. Like every other Rolex that isn’t a Daytona or a Submariner. In the real world, all Rolex are selling just fine.

24 November 2019, 08:06 AM	#18
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 6,198	Cool piece, one of my watchbox favorites. A dressy sports watch for almost all occasions. Its refined appearance makes it look feminine to some and I wouldn't be surprised if this was the main reason for its lower popularity. Attached Images

24 November 2019, 06:40 AM	#2
omx5o "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Richard Location: UK Watch: Tudor Ranger Posts: 1,613	Shh, keep it under your hat. Don't want the world to know.

24 November 2019, 06:42 AM	#9
Dsmith1974 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Duncan Location: London Watch: DD 40 Posts: 2,263	I like it too. Especially the rose gold on oyster flex. The YM popularity threads normally distill down to two main points. Not as much history as a sub or gmt. Not quite a sports watch and not quite a professional watch so awkwardly placed on its own. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 November 2019, 06:46 AM	#11
Strummer25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Paul Location: London Calling Watch: SD4K Dj41 SubC YM Posts: 791	I have 2 “classics” Sub and Datejust plus an SD4K. Have to say my YM 9bluedial) to my taste anyway is the best looking, as well as being the most comfortable.

24 November 2019, 06:57 AM	#16
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	This is like one of those Buddhist koans like what is the sound of one hand clapping. In other words, it is inscrutable.

24 November 2019, 07:01 AM	#17
gk718 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NYC Posts: 32	I’ve always felt the blue dial 116622 was very underrated.

24 November 2019, 08:18 AM	#19
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	It isn't as popular because it is not as aesthetically pleasing or as likeable. In everything that is based on popularity, somebody has to be the last kid picked for the team. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

24 November 2019, 08:23 AM	#21
AJ94 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Florida Posts: 6	I love them, however decided to stick with ceramic bezel for long term wear

24 November 2019, 08:30 AM	#22
RJRJRJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,495	Price. Somebody who "wants a sport Rolex" would rather pay $8500 for a Sub Date than $12,000 for a YM. This of course when you could just walk in a buy a Sub, which is why the YM is getting harder to get now.

24 November 2019, 08:35 AM	#27
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	I’m a huge YM fan. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

24 November 2019, 08:45 AM	#28
fsprow 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Real Name: Frank Location: Dallas,NY,Colo. Watch: Patek 5168, 5170P Posts: 2,547	Not too many “Yachtsmen” around these days. Easier to imagine you are a diver or explorer.

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