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Charlie1994 · 14 January 2021, 07:37 AM

Hi, I am new to the forum and looking for some advice on purchasing my first luxury watch. For a couple of years now I was sure that I wanted a 36mm Black Roman dial DJ, but after trying on a used DJ (as dial has been discontinued) it did not give me the wow factor I thought I would feel when I had it on my wrist. Whilst in the pre owned dealers a blue Yachtmaster caught my eye, which I loved when on my wrist. I registered my interest in a blue YM at my local authorised dealer in London around 4 months ago, do you think I have a chance of purchasing a YM at RRP from an AD? As it’s my first watch I’d like to purchase new and have the experience in the AD. I’d appreciate any help. Thanks

Kiddodoc · 14 January 2021, 07:45 AM

I have that the blue YM and it is a great watch. It dresses up well or down. Very versatile.

Robf52 · 14 January 2021, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by kiddodoc

i have that the blue ym and it is a great watch. It dresses up well or down. Very versatile.

+1.

stockjock1975 · 14 January 2021, 07:48 AM

I’d highly recommend it. Very beautiful piece!

jcarm981 · 14 January 2021, 07:54 AM

Great choice. They can be had from greys with not much of a premium. Here’s the rhodium/slate dial with blue hands I love it. But you are better off starting AD relationship IMO though if you can. Keep following up. Good luck

jamesbondOO7 · 14 January 2021, 08:05 AM

Nice comfortable watch.

zoomdepro · 14 January 2021, 09:01 AM

There is definetly a chance, got mine at AD at retail 2 months ago, just walked and asked and they had it

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what.watch · 14 January 2021, 09:08 AM

It’s a fantastic watch, and if you can get one from an AD you should absolutely do it. Everyone seems to think the Yacht-Master is freely available, but as you can see (you’ve waited 4 months already) these are becoming more and more popular, and harder and harder to find. When so many Rolex sports models are unobtainable, it’s a certainty that this one goes the same way too.

Expect value to increase sharply this coming year or two - exactly the same thing has happened with the Explorer II the last 2 years or so. Get it while you can, and enjoy it! They are the most underrated watch Rolex produce.

SteveD15 · 14 January 2021, 09:23 AM

I just got my first YM40 Rhodium. I purchased through my local AD but I was not on a list nor did I have any purchase history with them. They had just gotten the watch in and it was unallocated. I was just fortunate to be in the right place at the right time. I would suggest working with several ADs if possible and certainly think you can get one without a considerable wait. Good luck with your search.

Tangier11 · 14 January 2021, 09:25 AM

Yes!!!!!

Gary Busey · 14 January 2021, 09:25 AM

Why not!

cbalster · 14 January 2021, 09:26 AM

I put my name down on the waiting list in 1999 but haven't received "the call" yet.

https://www.nytimes.com/1999/11/21/s...-platinum.html

JWD531 · 14 January 2021, 09:29 AM

My first Rolex was a YM and I absolutely love it. Go for it and enjoy! Good luck!

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i4ybrid · 14 January 2021, 09:39 AM

My first luxury watch is a Yachtmaster. It opened me to a horrible world of spending even more money. Given the availability and secondhand market right now, the YM is the most 'bang for your buck' out of all the sports models. My local AD wouldn't even put me on the list for a Milgauss..geeze

Haier2 · 14 January 2021, 09:54 AM

You can't go wrong with the YM.
Go for it.

Max 66 · 14 January 2021, 10:01 AM

I believe that you should be patient for a few more months and hopefully when lockdown will be over you should be able to get your watch.
Good luck!

JSol1 · 14 January 2021, 10:08 AM

I also just added a YM to my collection. I do have a very good relationship with my AD and did have to wait, but it was relatively short due to my purchase history. They are obtainable and with some patience would be a good way to start a relationship.

woof · 14 January 2021, 10:16 AM

You have a good chance of getting YM since its not a hot SS model.
Good luck!!! and that's a great choice for your 1st.

ltmgeller · 14 January 2021, 10:19 AM

It's a great watch and usually not too difficult to find. Keep checking in with your local ADs and one will pop up. Happy hunting.

afmars · 14 January 2021, 10:21 AM

Try multiple ADs and be friendly/genuine. I registered with 4 ADs for my first professional model. 3 I have not heard from to this day and the 4th one called me after a 4 day wait.

Good luck.

Ftech1 · 14 January 2021, 12:28 PM

My first was a Rhodium YM. Love it!

triple.lindy · 14 January 2021, 12:41 PM

I have the rhodium dial and it’s a fantastic watch. Dresses up or down, wears perfectly! Like someone said, talk to a few ADs and be patient. I wouldn’t think you’d have to wait too long.

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fskywalker · 14 January 2021, 01:40 PM

Did someone said blue YM ?

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csaltphoto · 14 January 2021, 01:47 PM

Great looking watch! I went with a sub but still think about a YM all the time.

mschafer · 14 January 2021, 01:57 PM

It has to be to your liking, some versions sing to some people that don't do anything to others. I'm a fan of usage first, which made things a little too easy...have fun finding the one...

HogwldFLTR · 14 January 2021, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Charlie1994

Hi, I am new to the forum and looking for some advice on purchasing my first luxury watch. For a couple of years now I was sure that I wanted a 36mm Black Roman dial DJ, but after trying on a used DJ (as dial has been discontinued) it did not give me the wow factor I thought I would feel when I had it on my wrist. Whilst in the pre owned dealers a blue Yachtmaster caught my eye, which I loved when on my wrist. I registered my interest in a blue YM at my local authorised dealer in London around 4 months ago, do you think I have a chance of purchasing a YM at RRP from an AD? As it’s my first watch I’d like to purchase new and have the experience in the AD. I’d appreciate any help. Thanks

When I first was looking at Rolex watches the Platinum Yacht Master seen in the post below is what really called to me. Because I wasn't used to spending large amounts of money on watches I ended up getting an OP36 and then a Sub. Since then I've owned many Rolex. In the end I ended up with a Yacht Master as my last purchased watch. I really love the watch and wish I'd bought it as my first one.

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Originally Posted by jamesbondOO7

Nice comfortable watch.

This was one of the watches which first called to me when I started getting interested in watches.

Below is the one I've currently own as seen on multiple straps and it's bracelet!!!

alphadweller · 14 January 2021, 06:51 PM

I don't think it'd be too difficult to source from an AD. The YM is my first Rolex and it's perfect, IMHO.

timeldn · 14 January 2021, 11:39 PM

Great watch. Good luck.

Benzsiam · 14 January 2021, 11:48 PM

YM is good choice and possible to get it from Boutique/AD with not too long wait.

Goose 104 · 15 January 2021, 12:49 AM

Great advice on this thread. Definitely buy through an AD - save some money and start the relationship. You should be able to get one without a long wait. Both the blue and the rhodium have their strengths and I love them both but went for the rhodium. I am still in love with it after 6 months or so. It feels so much more luxurious that the Sub and if you can only get one Rolex I say this is the one to get.

14 January 2021, 07:37 AM	#1
Charlie1994 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: London Posts: 2	Yachtmaster - first watch? Hi, I am new to the forum and looking for some advice on purchasing my first luxury watch. For a couple of years now I was sure that I wanted a 36mm Black Roman dial DJ, but after trying on a used DJ (as dial has been discontinued) it did not give me the wow factor I thought I would feel when I had it on my wrist. Whilst in the pre owned dealers a blue Yachtmaster caught my eye, which I loved when on my wrist. I registered my interest in a blue YM at my local authorised dealer in London around 4 months ago, do you think I have a chance of purchasing a YM at RRP from an AD? As it’s my first watch I’d like to purchase new and have the experience in the AD. I’d appreciate any help. Thanks

14 January 2021, 07:54 AM	#5
jcarm981 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Joe Location: USA Watch: Patek 5167 Posts: 757	Great choice. They can be had from greys with not much of a premium. Here’s the rhodium/slate dial with blue hands I love it. But you are better off starting AD relationship IMO though if you can. Keep following up. Good luck Attached Images

14 January 2021, 08:05 AM	#6
jamesbondOO7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: BondJamesBond Location: The Algarve Watch: Rolex or nothing Posts: 4,081	Nice comfortable watch. __________________ ♛ 5-digit Rolex or nothing ♛

14 January 2021, 09:25 AM	#11
Gary Busey "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Pothole Watch: Tudor Black Bay Posts: 890	Why not! __________________ Tudor Black Bay Red Rose ETA Rolex 214270 Explorer 1 Tudor BB 41 Blue Dial Doxa Sub 200, SKX009 Aquastar Deepstar

14 January 2021, 10:08 AM	#17
JSol1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: New England Posts: 1,933	I also just added a YM to my collection. I do have a very good relationship with my AD and did have to wait, but it was relatively short due to my purchase history. They are obtainable and with some patience would be a good way to start a relationship. Attached Images

14 January 2021, 07:45 AM	#2
Kiddodoc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: Texas Watch: 15 and counting! Posts: 3,534	I have that the blue YM and it is a great watch. It dresses up well or down. Very versatile.

14 January 2021, 07:48 AM	#4
stockjock1975 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Cleveland, OH Watch: Platona Posts: 1,569	I’d highly recommend it. Very beautiful piece!

14 January 2021, 09:01 AM	#7
zoomdepro "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 14	There is definetly a chance, got mine at AD at retail 2 months ago, just walked and asked and they had it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 January 2021, 09:08 AM	#8
what.watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: UK Posts: 30	It’s a fantastic watch, and if you can get one from an AD you should absolutely do it. Everyone seems to think the Yacht-Master is freely available, but as you can see (you’ve waited 4 months already) these are becoming more and more popular, and harder and harder to find. When so many Rolex sports models are unobtainable, it’s a certainty that this one goes the same way too. Expect value to increase sharply this coming year or two - exactly the same thing has happened with the Explorer II the last 2 years or so. Get it while you can, and enjoy it! They are the most underrated watch Rolex produce.

14 January 2021, 09:23 AM	#9
SteveD15 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Posts: 72	I just got my first YM40 Rhodium. I purchased through my local AD but I was not on a list nor did I have any purchase history with them. They had just gotten the watch in and it was unallocated. I was just fortunate to be in the right place at the right time. I would suggest working with several ADs if possible and certainly think you can get one without a considerable wait. Good luck with your search.

14 January 2021, 09:25 AM	#10
Tangier11 Banned Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Paul Location: Southern Virginia Watch: ROLEX Posts: 2,544	Yes!!!!!

14 January 2021, 09:26 AM	#12
cbalster "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Hillsborough Posts: 744	I put my name down on the waiting list in 1999 but haven't received "the call" yet. https://www.nytimes.com/1999/11/21/s...-platinum.html

14 January 2021, 09:29 AM	#13
JWD531 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Tulsa, OK Watch: 126710 BLNR Posts: 621	My first Rolex was a YM and I absolutely love it. Go for it and enjoy! Good luck! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 January 2021, 09:39 AM	#14
i4ybrid "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: New York Posts: 5	My first luxury watch is a Yachtmaster. It opened me to a horrible world of spending even more money. Given the availability and secondhand market right now, the YM is the most 'bang for your buck' out of all the sports models. My local AD wouldn't even put me on the list for a Milgauss..geeze

14 January 2021, 09:54 AM	#15
Haier2 Banned Join Date: Oct 2020 Real Name: Haier Location: Australia Posts: 7	You can't go wrong with the YM. Go for it.

14 January 2021, 10:01 AM	#16
Max 66 Banned Join Date: Apr 2020 Real Name: Max66 Location: On Earth Posts: 302	I believe that you should be patient for a few more months and hopefully when lockdown will be over you should be able to get your watch. Good luck!

14 January 2021, 10:16 AM	#18
woof "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: san francisco Watch: SS daytona, Hulk, Posts: 1,297	You have a good chance of getting YM since its not a hot SS model. Good luck!!! and that's a great choice for your 1st. __________________ Watchdog (Woof) SS daytona,Hulk,DSJC,50th SD, SS SkyD, Zblue, YMblue, MoonPhase, Rootbeer Batman, Sub, Blk GMT, Pepsi,YG Daytona, TTSD, Batgirl, 5167/1A, Speedy, P01, OP, Kermit

14 January 2021, 10:19 AM	#19
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,585	It's a great watch and usually not too difficult to find. Keep checking in with your local ADs and one will pop up. Happy hunting. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

14 January 2021, 10:21 AM	#20
afmars "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Andrew Location: USA Watch: BLRO Posts: 738	Try multiple ADs and be friendly/genuine. I registered with 4 ADs for my first professional model. 3 I have not heard from to this day and the 4th one called me after a 4 day wait. Good luck.

14 January 2021, 12:28 PM	#21
Ftech1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: ORD Watch: 116622, 126710 Posts: 356	My first was a Rhodium YM. Love it!

14 January 2021, 12:41 PM	#22
triple.lindy 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: US Posts: 248	I have the rhodium dial and it’s a fantastic watch. Dresses up or down, wears perfectly! Like someone said, talk to a few ADs and be patient. I wouldn’t think you’d have to wait too long. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 January 2021, 01:40 PM	#23
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,183	Did someone said blue YM ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 / 210.90.42.20.01.001 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

14 January 2021, 01:47 PM	#24
csaltphoto "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: US Watch: sub Posts: 2,429	Great looking watch! I went with a sub but still think about a YM all the time.

14 January 2021, 01:57 PM	#25
mschafer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: New York Posts: 976	It has to be to your liking, some versions sing to some people that don't do anything to others. I'm a fan of usage first, which made things a little too easy...have fun finding the one...

14 January 2021, 06:51 PM	#27
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 6,198	I don't think it'd be too difficult to source from an AD. The YM is my first Rolex and it's perfect, IMHO.

14 January 2021, 11:39 PM	#28
timeldn "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: London Posts: 606	Great watch. Good luck.

14 January 2021, 11:48 PM	#29
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,002	YM is good choice and possible to get it from Boutique/AD with not too long wait. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. AP: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) PP: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Carree 2961, YG Carree, Tank W5000156 Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996"

15 January 2021, 12:49 AM	#30
Goose 104 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: UK Watch: 126622 Posts: 961	Great advice on this thread. Definitely buy through an AD - save some money and start the relationship. You should be able to get one without a long wait. Both the blue and the rhodium have their strengths and I love them both but went for the rhodium. I am still in love with it after 6 months or so. It feels so much more luxurious that the Sub and if you can only get one Rolex I say this is the one to get. __________________ ♛126622 Rhodium // ♛126234 Blue //♛126613LB // ♛126000 Green + more ♛ 76213 Prince Date+Day // Black Bay 58 // Black Bay Harrods // Heritage Advisor // Vertex M100 + more...

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