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SteelSubmarinerGuy · 24 November 2019, 06:33 AM

It truly baffles me why the current yacht master is not as popular some other models in the Rolex range. I personally think it’s a beautiful watch, specifically the version with the slate grey dial.

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omx5o · 24 November 2019, 06:40 AM

Shh, keep it under your hat. Don't want the world to know.

SteelSubmarinerGuy · 24 November 2019, 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by omx5o

Keep it under your hat. Don't want the world to know.

Nice piece!!

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Dsmith1974 · 24 November 2019, 06:42 AM

I like it too. Especially the rose gold on oyster flex.

The YM popularity threads normally distill down to two main points.

Not as much history as a sub or gmt.

Not quite a sports watch and not quite a professional watch so awkwardly placed on its own.

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djyolky · 24 November 2019, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Dsmith1974

I like it too. Especially the rose gold on oyster flex.

The YM popularity threads normally distill down to two main points.

Not as much history as a sub or gmt.

Not quite a sports watch and not quite a professional watch so awkwardly placed on its own.

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Your last paragraph confuses the hell outta me.

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Strummer25 · 24 November 2019, 06:46 AM

I have 2 “classics” Sub and Datejust plus an SD4K. Have to say my YM 9bluedial) to my taste anyway is the best looking, as well as being the most comfortable.

garbanzo · 24 November 2019, 06:47 AM

In general, the YMs are gorgeous watches - beautiful dial choices available.
Can only speak for myself, but to me the deal breaker is the bezel. Just don’t like the way platinum looks.
Having said this, my next purchase next spring will be an YM, the 126655. Obviously, it has the ceramic bezel

kieselguhr · 24 November 2019, 06:50 AM

Not popular in the SubTona forums yes. Like every other Rolex that isn’t a Daytona or a Submariner.

In the real world, all Rolex are selling just fine.

locutus49 · 24 November 2019, 06:57 AM

This is like one of those Buddhist koans like what is the sound of one hand clapping. In other words, it is inscrutable.

gk718 · 24 November 2019, 07:01 AM

I’ve always felt the blue dial 116622 was very underrated.

alphadweller · 24 November 2019, 08:06 AM

Cool piece, one of my watchbox favorites. A dressy sports watch for almost all occasions. Its refined appearance makes it look feminine to some and I wouldn't be surprised if this was the main reason for its lower popularity.

Tools · 24 November 2019, 08:18 AM

It isn't as popular because it is not as aesthetically pleasing or as likeable.

In everything that is based on popularity, somebody has to be the last kid picked for the team.

Roger Lococco · 24 November 2019, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

It isn't as popular because it is not as aesthetically pleasing or as likeable.

In everything that is based on popularity, somebody has to be the last kid picked for the team.

Yawn.

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MichelleP · 24 November 2019, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by garbanzo

In general, the YMs are gorgeous watches - beautiful dial choices available.
Can only speak for myself, but to me the deal breaker is the bezel. Just don’t like the way platinum looks.
Having said this, my next purchase next spring will be an YM, the 126655. Obviously, it has the ceramic bezel

Just picked up the 126655. It's a great watch and love the glidelock with the oysterflex

AJ94 · 24 November 2019, 08:23 AM

I love them, however decided to stick with ceramic bezel for long term wear

RJRJRJ · 24 November 2019, 08:30 AM

Price. Somebody who "wants a sport Rolex" would rather pay $8500 for a Sub Date than $12,000 for a YM. This of course when you could just walk in a buy a Sub, which is why the YM is getting harder to get now.

superdog · 24 November 2019, 08:35 AM

I’m a huge YM fan.

Sherbie · 24 November 2019, 08:45 AM

For me, i find the polished bracelets far too blingy. Just my 2cents

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fsprow · 24 November 2019, 08:45 AM

Not too many “Yachtsmen” around these days. Easier to imagine you are a diver or explorer.

djyolky · 24 November 2019, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by RJRJRJ

Price. Somebody who "wants a sport Rolex" would rather pay $8500 for a Sub Date than $12,000 for a YM. This of course when you could just walk in a buy a Sub, which is why the YM is getting harder to get now.

I totally agree. It's not priced well. It would do a hell of a lot better at say 9k.

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superdog · 24 November 2019, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by fsprow

Not too many “Yachtsmen” around these days. Easier to imagine you are a diver or explorer.

Lmao.

Love this post.

I do think “imagine” is the key tho. For most of us anyway.

omx5o · 24 November 2019, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by fsprow

Not too many “Yachtsmen” around these days. Easier to imagine you are a diver or explorer.

Strictly speaking, a Submariner is for submarines.

AK797 · 24 November 2019, 08:54 AM

Really like the model as a luxurious sub, only issue was maybe the bezel was too prominent.

Dsmith1974 · 24 November 2019, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by omx5o

Strictly speaking, a Submariner is for submarines.

I don’t think so. Doesn’t Submariner mean someone beneath the water. So snorkelling or diving with or without scuba gear count just as much. If not more, a sailor in a submarine wouldn’t need much water resistance (hopefully!).

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Onikage · 24 November 2019, 09:08 AM

Price and recognition I'd say. The average schmuck doesn't care about history or aesthetic. They want the big numeric coloured Rolex bezel and a Cyclops. The Submariner does it cheaper and says 'Submariner' on it.

Ichiran · 24 November 2019, 09:39 AM

I'm guessing the lack of ceramic bezel hurts its popularity. I love the blue YM very much though.

TMEwatch11 · 24 November 2019, 09:46 AM

I had that feeling so is good you shared here because i also want to know why

JP. · 24 November 2019, 09:47 AM

I never liked the YM until I borrowed one from a friend and photographed it. I also wrote a small review of the watch. Very nice model and as you say it's underrated.

Here's my writeup of the YM:
https://luxurywatches635.wordpress.c...ter-ref-16622/

DLRIDES · 24 November 2019, 10:09 AM

Plain & simple .................. because it says Yacht Master.

bathducks123 · 24 November 2019, 10:12 AM

I had the same question before, but after some discussion with my WIS friends, I came into these findings:

1) lack of ceramic bezel, or rather a much protruding bezel
2) the odd pairing of colors with the dials and sec needle (I personally think its ok)
3) not much history and recognition compared with the sub
4) higher priced before this whole shortage thing (weird enough its actually cheaper and more available than subs in ADs or greys where I came from)
5) more of a leisure watch connected with the branding of “Yacht Master” rather than a modest tool watch of “Submariner”

IMO, its a great watch on its own account, regardless of what the masses thinks.

24 November 2019, 06:33 AM	#1
SteelSubmarinerGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Arkansas Posts: 508	Why is the Yacht Master not as popular as the other sports models? It truly baffles me why the current yacht master is not as popular some other models in the Rolex range. I personally think it’s a beautiful watch, specifically the version with the slate grey dial. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 November 2019, 06:47 AM	#7
garbanzo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Spain Posts: 832	In general, the YMs are gorgeous watches - beautiful dial choices available. Can only speak for myself, but to me the deal breaker is the bezel. Just don’t like the way platinum looks. Having said this, my next purchase next spring will be an YM, the 126655. Obviously, it has the ceramic bezel __________________ 116610LN - 216570 Polar - 114300 Red Grape - 326934 White - 116660 Black - 126300 Blue - 116713LN - 116503 Black - 116900 - 126600 - 116618LB - 116689 - 79220R ETA

24 November 2019, 06:50 AM	#8
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,623	Why is the Yacht Master not as popular as the other sports models? Not popular in the SubTona forums yes. Like every other Rolex that isn’t a Daytona or a Submariner. In the real world, all Rolex are selling just fine.

24 November 2019, 08:06 AM	#11
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 6,198	Cool piece, one of my watchbox favorites. A dressy sports watch for almost all occasions. Its refined appearance makes it look feminine to some and I wouldn't be surprised if this was the main reason for its lower popularity. Attached Images

24 November 2019, 08:18 AM	#12
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	It isn't as popular because it is not as aesthetically pleasing or as likeable. In everything that is based on popularity, somebody has to be the last kid picked for the team. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

24 November 2019, 06:40 AM	#2
omx5o "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Richard Location: UK Watch: Tudor Ranger Posts: 1,613	Shh, keep it under your hat. Don't want the world to know.

24 November 2019, 06:42 AM	#4
Dsmith1974 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Duncan Location: London Watch: DD 40 Posts: 2,263	I like it too. Especially the rose gold on oyster flex. The YM popularity threads normally distill down to two main points. Not as much history as a sub or gmt. Not quite a sports watch and not quite a professional watch so awkwardly placed on its own. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 November 2019, 06:46 AM	#6
Strummer25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Paul Location: London Calling Watch: SD4K Dj41 SubC YM Posts: 791	I have 2 “classics” Sub and Datejust plus an SD4K. Have to say my YM 9bluedial) to my taste anyway is the best looking, as well as being the most comfortable.

24 November 2019, 06:57 AM	#9
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	This is like one of those Buddhist koans like what is the sound of one hand clapping. In other words, it is inscrutable.

24 November 2019, 07:01 AM	#10
gk718 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NYC Posts: 32	I’ve always felt the blue dial 116622 was very underrated.

24 November 2019, 08:23 AM	#15
AJ94 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Florida Posts: 6	I love them, however decided to stick with ceramic bezel for long term wear

24 November 2019, 08:30 AM	#16
RJRJRJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,495	Price. Somebody who "wants a sport Rolex" would rather pay $8500 for a Sub Date than $12,000 for a YM. This of course when you could just walk in a buy a Sub, which is why the YM is getting harder to get now.

24 November 2019, 08:35 AM	#17
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	I’m a huge YM fan. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

24 November 2019, 08:45 AM	#18
Sherbie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Tx Posts: 150	For me, i find the polished bracelets far too blingy. Just my 2cents Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

24 November 2019, 08:45 AM	#19
fsprow 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Real Name: Frank Location: Dallas,NY,Colo. Watch: Patek 5168, 5170P Posts: 2,545	Not too many “Yachtsmen” around these days. Easier to imagine you are a diver or explorer.

24 November 2019, 08:54 AM	#23
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Really like the model as a luxurious sub, only issue was maybe the bezel was too prominent.

24 November 2019, 09:08 AM	#25
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	Price and recognition I'd say. The average schmuck doesn't care about history or aesthetic. They want the big numeric coloured Rolex bezel and a Cyclops. The Submariner does it cheaper and says 'Submariner' on it. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

24 November 2019, 09:39 AM	#26
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Near beach Watch: PB1967 Posts: 8,165	I'm guessing the lack of ceramic bezel hurts its popularity. I love the blue YM very much though.

24 November 2019, 09:46 AM	#27
TMEwatch11 Banned Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: USA Posts: 100	I had that feeling so is good you shared here because i also want to know why

24 November 2019, 09:47 AM	#28
JP. "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Juho Location: Finland Watch: Submariner 16610 Posts: 1,914	I never liked the YM until I borrowed one from a friend and photographed it. I also wrote a small review of the watch. Very nice model and as you say it's underrated. Here's my writeup of the YM: https://luxurywatches635.wordpress.c...ter-ref-16622/ __________________ My Luxury Watch Reviews Blog

24 November 2019, 10:09 AM	#29
DLRIDES 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,673	Plain & simple .................. because it says Yacht Master. __________________ *Purchasing your first non HOA home on a 3 acre lot DOES NOT equate to owning a “farm”.*

24 November 2019, 10:12 AM	#30
bathducks123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: INTERNATIONAL Posts: 50	I had the same question before, but after some discussion with my WIS friends, I came into these findings: 1) lack of ceramic bezel, or rather a much protruding bezel 2) the odd pairing of colors with the dials and sec needle (I personally think its ok) 3) not much history and recognition compared with the sub 4) higher priced before this whole shortage thing (weird enough its actually cheaper and more available than subs in ADs or greys where I came from) 5) more of a leisure watch connected with the branding of “Yacht Master” rather than a modest tool watch of “Submariner” IMO, its a great watch on its own account, regardless of what the masses thinks.

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