Why is the Yacht Master not as popular as the other sports models?

[WatchLurv]

I think pricetag and the fact that it is a platinum bezel that people can't truly appreciate it and much rather save 2K to buy to themselves an SS Sub/GMT (when it existed)

[OmaniRolex]

I, for one, am glad it isn’t as hyped. I think it’s a beautiful watch and I love my rhodium dial. I haven’t had any issues with the bezel scratches. It’s pricey, but I think it’s worth it. To each his own. You’ll find those for or against every item on this earth. Wear what you enjoy. Who cares what the masses thinks. Sometimes this Pepsi/Batman hysteria reminds me of the old Tickle me Elmo/beanie baby craze of the 90s.

[Sayyestorhis]

Love the polished links. Love the name, love the plat on the bezel.

Imean it's a like driving a Benz when subs are like driving a fully loaded Honda accord.

Just an upgraded version of an amazing watch.

[Blansky]

Why don't most people like the Yachtmaster?

Because most people don't have very good taste???

Because they think it's miss-spelled and should read YotMaster??

Because most people own a submarine and not a yacht??

Because James Bond never wore one??

Just spitballin' here.

[dtwer]

Originally Posted by Blansky

Why don't most people like the Yachtmaster?

Because most people don't have very good taste???

Because they think it's miss-spelled and should read YotMaster??

Because most people own a submarine and not a yacht??

Because James Bond never wore one??

Just spitballin' here.

I am laughing so hard that I spit out my coffee...!

[alphadweller]

Still one of my favorite Rolex sports models, but the competition is tough and I'm tempted by other Rolex pieces.

[alonsowwss]

if you like it and have the way to get it, you should! I love mine and the fact that you don't see them very often makes em a little bit special in my eyes.

[Tangier11]

LOL,, because "dont own a yacht" Please post pictures of yourself with your Submarine, in the oval office and with your race car at Daytona

[CaliBear]

Originally Posted by Tangier11

LOL,, because "dont own a yacht" Please post pictures of yourself with your Submarine, in the oval office and with your race car at Daytona

Cute but Rolex's own advertising (copied below) claims the YM is meant for sailing. I'll take their word for it that this is what they meant the YM to be.

Submariners that never see the water are often derided as "desk-divers". Perhaps YMs that never see the ocean should be called "dry-dockers" or "landlubbers."

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Rolex Website

"As comfortable at sea as aboard a sailboat, the Yacht-Master combines character and performance. The waterproof and robust qualities of this model make it the ideal watch for water sports and sailing in particular."

"Rolex has forged a privileged relationship with yachting out of a natural affinity with this dynamic nautical sport and its time-honoured values.
The Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master symbolizes the privileged ties between Rolex and the world of sailing that stretch back to the 1950s. Yachting has an elegance that the sport’s harsh conditions cannot obscure. Today, Rolex is the committed partner of the most prestigious yacht clubs, institutions and regattas in the world, sharing the highest standards of excellence with the custodians of yachting’s finest spirit."

[steeevvvooo]

It is certainly less of a tool watch than a ceramic sub but on a par with a non ceramic Daytona IMO whose bezel is very susceptible to marking.

I love my blue YM. The bezel may end up getting dinged, although mine is perfect despite decent wear on the polished centre links, but if it get damaged I'll just replace it. The way people baby their watches nowadays it really shouldn't be a problem and it's just a consumable part if you are very rough on your watches. If the cost of a bezel stops you from enjoying a watch you have bought the wrong watch.

On a separate note, the YM is one of the only modern sports Rolex that may develop patina over the years as the bezel ages. It also isn't a super popular line. All the makings for a future collectible? Perhaps...

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I very much like the blue and the gray dial Yacht-Masters. The are quite underrated.

[HORNBLOWER]

Beautiful watch. Sub blinged up, what's not to like?

[NachoNeal]

Originally Posted by HORNBLOWER

Beautiful watch. Sub blinged up, what's not to like?

Apparently a lot!

[OmaniRolex]

What’s not to love?


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[robrtx]

The Blue that Rolex uses for these dials is amazing.........

[omx5o]

Originally Posted by robrtx

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The Blue that Rolex uses for these dials is amazing.........

Looks like a 126622. Congrats.

[jamescarter2a]

Originally Posted by robrtx

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The Blue that Rolex uses for these dials is amazing.........

With a matching blue ceramic insert, it would be stunning IMO

[mk2jag]

About the price point. I purchased a RG tt version. im not up to snuff on the ss prices but in terms of a tt Rolex, I didn't think it is an outrageous price to pay.....

seeing that the bezel on the ss version is Pl, no wonder why they ask more for it. Rolex is known for their inflated prices in regard te pm.....

[steeevvvooo]

Terrible watch... no idea why anyone would buy one over a sub...



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[Neurogeek]

Personally i think the YM40 is Rolex's version of the luxury Sports watch. Ie. Rolex' 5711. Polished centerlines, thinner case dimension, and the polished plat bezel.
One has to own one to appreciate the beauty of it.

Who cares about whether it is appreciated in 2019. It is whether it will be appreciated in 2049 that matters.

Heck even the name suggests it - Yacht Master

[Wrist King]

What are the chances of Rolex making the blue face YM in 36mm? Then I could get one for the wife and one for me

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[djyolky]

Originally Posted by Wrist King

What are the chances of Rolex making the blue face YM in 36mm? Then I could get one for the wife and one for me

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Check yo self before you wreck yo self

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[WatchLurv]

Originally Posted by Wrist King

What are the chances of Rolex making the blue face YM in 36mm? Then I could get one for the wife and one for me

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0% since the dark rhodium came after and they made a His & Hers for it.

[No SUBctitute]

Because the bezel is too large and flashy. Rolex wants it to be a dress watch and a sports watch. Its neither.

[mk2jag]

Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

Because the bezel is too large and flashy. Rolex wants it to be a dress watch and a sports watch. Its neither.

it is a dress watch and a sports watch, that's what's so nice about it.....

[Dr.Stu]

I don't think the bezel is either too large or too flashy. I think it is either a very dressy sports watch or a very sporty dress watch. (The blue dial leaning sportier, & the Rhodium dial leaning dressier). In either case, a classier, more refined & slimmed down Sub (w/date). People frequently name the DJ as the perfect "one-watch-collection", but I think the YM (I have the 126622 Platinum w/Rhodium dial) could take that title.

[Dsmith1974]

Some like it yacht.


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[djyolky]

Originally Posted by Dsmith1974

Some like it yacht.


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I see what you did there.

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[Nikrnic]

At its price point it seems your paying for the bezel. It does look like a dressy Sub yet it has a more standard 100m depth rating, trip lock crown and twinlock looking crown guards. I guess it makes sense for its yacht racing heritage.

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[Wcdhtwn]

Has anyone bought, or even seen, the new WG 42mm? I thought there was an “Incoming” thread for one a few months ago but not finding it in search. I’ve never seen one at an AD, it’s never talked about here, even in this YM thread.