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Old 2 July 2009, 11:48 AM   #1
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I am going to buy a Yachtmaster Platinum, and I have looked at several watches, but I'm still not clear on the serial #'s. What is the difference between the 'Y' Ser. # and the 'M' Ser. #. I want to but a NIB Watch, and I want the newest one available. Also, any suggestions on where to buy? Ebay? This Forum? AD? Any help is greatly appreciated as I am new to the Forum, and a first time Rolex purchaser. Thanks.
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Old 2 July 2009, 12:24 PM   #2
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"Y" and "M" are the same except for the printing around the inner bezel ring (rehaut) which says rolexrolexrolex on the "M".

I think the most recent YM has a new clasp ('V' serial).

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Old 2 July 2009, 12:41 PM   #3
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The newest one I have seen so far is M serial. I'm not surprised if V is already out in some AD's. If the newer one gets the new bracelet then get that otherwise there is no difference mechanically since this model came out
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Old 2 July 2009, 01:06 PM   #4
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"V" is the latest serial, although you're more likely to find a "M". I haven't heard of the platinum YM changing clasps. If it had, I would expect the price would have gone up if it did.

By the way, the best price would be from one of the trusted sellers on this forum.
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Old 2 July 2009, 01:14 PM   #5
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Mmmm not sure, I thought the new clasp was being applied, and it did mean a slight price rise (the darn thing is already very expensive).
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