Yachtmaster 42 in full brushed titanium…….Interesting advantages.

[Mystro]

This is an interesting watch on many levels. First being all brushed titanium meaning no glare on any surfaces including the side of the case, clasp or bracelet links give it a no glare tactical look. It’s going to be the easiest watch Rolex makes in hiding any marks or hairline scratches and a green scotchbrite pad will erase the marks you do get. As a daily it will be incredible with flatter case back and light weight. It’s also hypoallergenic being in titanium so those with carbon issues with 904l can wear it. It’s also non magnetic.
The only con is the lack of glidelock which would have taken this watch to a new level of versatility.

[Henrimontgomery]

Too big, no glide lock, it’s probably the product of internal fighting at Rolex.

Don’t forget that anything you see is simply what executives have short selected from a few PPTX slides.

[saxo3]

Originally Posted by Henrimontgomery

… it’s probably the product of internal fighting at Rolex.

Why and who? Swiss against too many French frontaliers in GE?

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by Henrimontgomery

Too big, no glide lock.

Enough said !

[A-Wax]

Re: hypoallergenicity, do you know if the actual caseback is titanium too? I understand that all-titanium screw/thread setups are problematic, and that's why the Pelagos (for example) has a stainless steel screw-on caseback.

[Maleg]

Originally Posted by A-Wax

Re: hypoallergenicity, do you know if the actual caseback is titanium too? I understand that all-titanium screw/thread setups are problematic, and that's why the Pelagos (for example) has a stainless steel screw-on caseback.

Grade 5 titanium has high tensile strength. The whole watch can be titanium.

Scratches will oxidize over time and be less apparent than on SS too.

[JRell]

Looks fine, but probably too light for my liking and I like a little bling on my watch. It is like a more boring sub IMO.

[ninjasaurus]

I don’t think anyone is allergic to carbon

[Mr_Pacman]

Did Rolex indicated what grade of titanium they are using? Grade 2, 5 or some other alloy that isn't commonly used in watches?

[vitalsigns]

Originally Posted by Mr_Pacman

Did Rolex indicated what grade of titanium they are using? Grade 2, 5 or some other alloy that isn't commonly used in watches?

The new, special, RolloTit grade, unique to Rolex and the very best of the best!

[faz]

Originally Posted by vitalsigns

The new, special, RolloTit grade, unique to Rolex and the very best of the best!

[Maleg]

Originally Posted by Mr_Pacman

Did Rolex indicated what grade of titanium they are using? Grade 2, 5 or some other alloy that isn't commonly used in watches?

Grade 5

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by ninjasaurus

I don’t think anyone is allergic to carbon

We have had a few here that had an allergic reaction with the increase nickel in 904L steel. Platinum was the only other choice for super sensitive skin issues.

[Devildog]

Originally Posted by Mystro

We have had a few here that had a allergic reaction with the increase carbon in 904L steel. Platinum was the only other choice for super sensitive skin issues.

Don't you mean nickel?

Human being's are 18.5% carbon. Having a carbon allergy would most likely be terminal.

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by Devildog

Don't you mean nickel?

Human being's are 18.5% carbon. Having a carbon allergy would most likely be terminal.

Yup, sorry nickel not carbon. Long day.

[JSolution]

I must say I really like this, the more I see it the more that becomes apparent. Shame I don’t like the lack of weight titanium brings, but I think this will be very popular.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Mystro

We have had a few here that had an allergic reaction with the increase nickel in 904L steel. Platinum was the only other choice for super sensitive skin issues.

Platinum jewelry may occasionally provoke allergic contact dermatitis.

When I saw the pix I thought it was a SubDate.

Wow, Aus$5300 more than a Sub Date?

[Dottorbald]

Originally Posted by Mystro

We have had a few here that had an allergic reaction with the increase nickel in 904L steel. Platinum was the only other choice for super sensitive skin issues.

Here I am: I sold my 16570 and 16622 just for skin rush due to Oystersteel.
So I had to take an 116139...

But I dont't think the new YM is whole titanium: I saw the blades of clasp and they are too shiny to be nothing than steel, just as Pelagos 42 (as the opposite, Pelagos 39 has the whole clasp in titanium), because it's impossible to polish titanium glossy as mirror.

(not enough posts to put images, but see the related movie in Rolex website)

Don't be sure with Platinum: watches alloys are strenghted with metals that we 'll never know, so who can say if they are allergenic or not?
The only materials truely anallergic IMHO are titanium, gold and plastic.

[wb55]

I'm going down for one. I think it looks good in the real world videos I'm seeing online.

I much prefer easy link than glide lock and the fact it comes with a shorter clasp meaning more comfort.

Would have been perfect as a no date a la Ben Ainslee but you can't have it all.

[Giovannibravo]

I would have preferred if this model was the 40. The 42 is too big in my opinion.

[amh]

Originally Posted by Giovannibravo

I would have preferred if this model was the 40. The 42 is too big in my opinion.

It will probably "wear small", kind of like the OG Pelagos. Very similar watch except without the HEV valve.

And one could buy three Pelagii for the price of one YM. Worth it?

[Spartyfan6262]

Originally Posted by amh

It will probably "wear small", kind of like the OG Pelagos. Very similar watch except without the HEV valve.

And one could buy three Pelagii for the price of one YM. Worth it?

This is exactly where I come down on the YM Titanium. It's a great looking watch, made of a great material, built for everyday life. But spec wise, it's eclipsed by every variety of the Pelagos out there, and you can get a Tudor Pelagos 39, a Pelagos 42, and an FXD for roughly a thousand less than the YM. I think that will turn off most buyers except for those that already loved the YM.

However, I think a YM 40 on a rubber strap priced around 10k tips the needle in favor of Rolex and away from Tudor.

[dannyboy123]

Originally Posted by Spartyfan6262

This is exactly where I come down on the YM Titanium. It's a great looking watch, made of a great material, built for everyday life. But spec wise, it's eclipsed by every variety of the Pelagos out there, and you can get a Tudor Pelagos 39, a Pelagos 42, and an FXD for roughly a thousand less than the YM. I think that will turn off most buyers except for those that already loved the YM.

However, I think a YM 40 on a rubber strap priced around 10k tips the needle in favor of Rolex and away from Tudor.

You can already get that.......

[samuel019]

Well as a SkyD and 570 owner I love that its 42. I do have a 126610 and 124060 so it may be just another black diver BUT its on the list ( )I texted my S A this morning.

I want one. Question is will I get the call. Who knows but you dont get what you dont ask for. $14,050 I can live with.

[Dsmith1974]

Looks great. Can’t wait to try one on for size and weight. How much is it?


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[Devildog]

Originally Posted by dsmith1974

looks great. Can’t wait to try one on for size and weight. How much is it?


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£11,800

[Calborn]

that would look so fantastic on an Everest strap - will take its stealthiness to a whole new level

[Tridor]

Sorry, it simply looks like a titaniun Sub. For that price, no thanks.

[AdamW]

I personally don't like the feel of a titanium watch, but this is going to be huge.

[airchitect]

This is a very odd watch….. how does it make sense to make what’s supposed to be the dressier/more gentlemanly sub out of brushed titanium???? Should they make the movement out of playdoh?


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