Am I crazy for liking my Breitling better than my Yachtmaster?

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by IR201

I got the YM as an 'upgrade' to the Breitling but am finding there's just something perfect about the Breitling blue (for me at least).

I'm now feeling like having the YM may be unnecessary, but I know it would be a 'downgrade' of watch quality, but I'm not sure I care. I do think the YM is the perfect fitting modern Rolex for me.

You're only crazy if you're really not sure whether you care or not.

[Gab27]

Not at all. The Breitling is a really nice watch and I like its shade of blue more than the YM (that said, I like the shade of blue on the Smurf more than both.) The Pro 2 bracelet is also one of the most comfortable on the market and it contours to the wrist really well.

It's all about what speaks to you.

[dannyp]

Rolex is relatively new to the "big bright shiny objects" game (40-41mm versions of classics; PCL on DJ/GMT), which Breitling has been perfecting for decades. If that's your style, I think Breitling probably makes a watch more to your liking. Interestingly, I'd consider the YM to be Rolex's first foray into such watches (with its PCL, PM on all models, etc) back in the early 90s.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by Rashid.bk

Yes to me. But no for you, some people like certain things.

Exactly

[173rdabn]

I quite like the YM. In particular, the metal bezel.

[DJTOSUB]

Originally Posted by Nav01L

the baton Datejust or even the WG Daytona, the tone they like to use is just ever so slightly lacking in saturation.

Totally disagree...

[Meyrin]

And yeah, how about some dial with all that text!

[crazycarlitos]

Yes

[Masteryacht]

Yes, very crazy.

[Judge]

I never have been a fan of the YM, probably the only Rolex I would not wear.

[brucethemanlee]

yeah

there's like a novel written on the dial of the Breitling

[jb335]

Yes

[ronsetoe]

I wear my white Colt more than my white OP 39

[BobbyD23]

The Rolex is far superior in every regard for me.

[Merlin69]

I prefer the YM but if you like the Breitling is fine.
Watches are personal choice
Enjoy your blue Breitling!

[Gerardus]

Originally Posted by Andad

After long consideration.......YES.

If they squeezed more script onto the Breitling dial I may reconsider.

[Walster]

Variety is the spice of life. Breitlings are great watches. I bought an Omega Seamster Pro 20 years and was recently gifted a subc. I love both. When I wear the Omega, it still puts a smile on my face.

[IR201]

Thanks for the thoughts guys! Lol the chaos on the Breitling dial is part of the appeal to me. It's so "all in" on that era of Breitling for me that I find it charming in a weird way. For the record, my wife agrees with most of you!

[Mifune]

you krazy mate

[IR201]

Originally Posted by teck21

I don’t understand these questions. You like what you like.

Or is deliberately disfavoring one’s Rolex some sort of new flex?


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Lol so it's a flex if you favor your Rolex (people on here will say ohh a hot model, how genuine, must be for instagram!)

And then you're now saying it's a flex if you don't favor your Rolex?

I guess either way on here you will be accused of flexing! What a forum!

[Malum]

Wear what you like .

[Little machines]

Your money and you should be happy with the time piece that sings to you !

[TheVTCGuy]

I didn’t read you first post, didn’t have to. I will say the most important thing about that question, and a lot have already stated.

You wear what YOU like and what makes YOU happy. It doesn’t matter if it is the most expensive and coveted Rolex in the world or a $30 Invicta. People thought i was crazy when I gave up my Skydweller for the new Sub. Actually, a lot of the response was: “Are you Fing crazy!?!?”. People wondered how I could give up such a high end and difficult to obtain model for “only” a Submariner. You know what? This is probably the best Rolex I have ever owned and I am so glad I did. YOUR money, YOUR wrist, wear the watch that makes YOU happy.

[alphadweller]

Breitling rocks

[IR201]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

I didn’t read you first post, didn’t have to. I will say the most important thing about that question, and a lot have already stated.

You wear what YOU like and what makes YOU happy. It doesn’t matter if it is the most expensive and coveted Rolex in the world or a $30 Invicta. People thought i was crazy when I gave up my Skydweller for the new Sub. Actually, a lot of the response was: “Are you Fing crazy!?!?”. People wondered how I could give up such a high end and difficult to obtain model for “only” a Submariner. You know what? This is probably the best Rolex I have ever owned and I am so glad I did. YOUR money, YOUR wrist, wear the watch that makes YOU happy.

Well said!

[Oyster_Jubilee]

I prefer the YM but everyone has their favorites. Life it too short to wear something you do not like. Wear the Breitling and enjoy!

[NachoNeal]

In a word, yes.

[ks58]

I’m gonna get a Breitling as well, but it’s a specific one. Don’t feel bad if you really like yours.

[IR201]

Going to wear the YM for full week and see how the bonding goes


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[robinmgb]

Originally Posted by Merlin69

I prefer the YM but if you like the Breitling is fine.
Watches are personal choice
Enjoy your blue Breitling!

Exactly that