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TRW · 16 May 2010, 06:02 AM

i have tried both of'em on and decided on this one

yous · 16 May 2010, 06:03 AM

The GMT of Rolex, because it's a legend, PanAm, NASA, the Che... see for this the Jake's Rolex Blog... and the YM, no history, sorry.

PHDX2 · 16 May 2010, 06:33 AM

GMTIIc for me, but both are winners!

mpkRolex · 16 May 2010, 07:25 AM

GMT II for me any day

landroverking · 16 May 2010, 07:42 AM

If you have a need for the 2nd time zone go GMT, if not the YM is headed for a collectors stats.

mike · 16 May 2010, 09:01 AM

It's just hard to beat the GMT for a do anything watch (strong bias

).

dgr8dude · 16 May 2010, 09:08 AM

YM used to be my dream watch...until I saw the GMT ceramic and Sub LV :)

sakuraba · 16 May 2010, 10:53 AM

I've gotten close to getting a YM so many times,but end up getting gun shy at the last minute.

My main concern has been its perceived fragility - easy to scratch PCLs and the expensive to replace bezel insert. If these don't bother you, then go for the YM.

buckeyesFAN · 16 May 2010, 10:54 AM

I like the GMT better...

rolexguynfl · 16 May 2010, 11:18 AM

Welcome Josh. I prefer the GMTII look.

East Bay Rider · 16 May 2010, 11:19 AM

GMT has more functionality. GMT every time.

Roley · 16 May 2010, 11:55 AM

116710 LN over the 16622 hands down, if your a frequent flyer.

OceanView · 16 May 2010, 12:21 PM

Both are nice watches. Pick the one you like the most and get the second when you can.

Tools · 16 May 2010, 01:27 PM

There are no real pros and cons for either watch...........

It simply boils down to choice................

edouble · 16 May 2010, 03:45 PM

I was pondering the same question and went with the SS YM. I haven't regretted it for a second. I still look at it on my wrist and think to myself "this is a beautiful watch."

Before getting it, I was a little concerned it would be too flashy and couldn't be worn well with casual clothes. I've found that though it sparkles, it's not "blingy" and works with everything from suits to basketball shorts and a tee shirt.

Scuffing the bezel is a concern. I wear it daily, but I work in an office. I take it off if I'm working in the garage or similar activities where it might get scratched. I'd consider how you plan on using/wearing it as one factor in your decision.

I like the GMT, I'd like to get as my second Rolex eventually. But I'll say this for the YM. For me at least, pictures on the internet, as good as they looked, couldn't compare to how good it actually looked on my wrist.

Finally, if you're looking at it as an investment, I think a platinum YM holds its value a bit better than the GMT, and you don't see as many pre-owned YMs for sale. That's purely anecdotal from my observations when I was looking to buy, I'm no expert by any means.

Having said all that, I don't think you can go wrong either way. Just go with whichever one you think you really want more.

JMIND · 16 May 2010, 04:18 PM

So, you can tell by now both watches have their boosters. Have you tried both on to see which one you like best?

dalip · 16 May 2010, 04:24 PM

Just flipped my YM and replaced it with a GMT II...I also have the gmt 2 C..... So in my totally biased gmt loving opinion....it has to be the gmt

I simply found I wasn't wearing the ym...the gmt is a watch wearers watch...if you get my drift.

Gerardus · 16 May 2010, 05:59 PM

I like yours

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Originally Posted by TRW

i have tried both of'em on and decided on this one

andrew79 · 16 May 2010, 08:27 PM

GMT for sure..

HL65 · 16 May 2010, 08:47 PM

Tough call--both so different--go where your heart is!! Love them both!! Love the sparkle of that platinum dial though with the red--sharp!!

Gerardus · 17 May 2010, 01:12 AM

No history?
First model with the famous maxi dial.
After that several models followed....

Quote:

Originally Posted by yous

The GMT of Rolex, because it's a legend, PanAm, NASA, the Che... see for this the Jake's Rolex Blog... and the YM, no history, sorry.

fleabag · 17 May 2010, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by nelsondevicenci

+1, the Yacht had more personality, well design and comfortable watch, materials and bracelet is a +

Cool looking !!

Traveler · 17 May 2010, 04:21 AM

You cannot go wrong with either watch...get the one your instincts tell you to buy !

AndersB · 17 May 2010, 04:59 AM

GMT II gets my vote.

Jim232118 · 26 May 2010, 06:45 AM

Yachtmaster, goes well with anything and very different from any other Rolex or brand. Just about every watch company has a SS watch with a black bezel and dial.

toddb · 26 May 2010, 06:51 AM

Checkout the twotone yachty with blue face...its un-real dont limit yourself to platinum:only

toddb · 26 May 2010, 06:54 AM

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16 May 2010, 06:02 AM	#31
TRW Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: tennessee Watch: 16623 YM Posts: 3,630	i have tried both of'em on and decided on this one Attached Images

16 May 2010, 06:33 AM	#33
PHDX2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: John Location: MS & LA Watch: Rolex Day-Date II Posts: 1,084	GMTIIc for me, but both are winners! __________________ - John >>> Rolex & Porsche Owner/Enthusiast <<<

16 May 2010, 09:01 AM	#36
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	It's just hard to beat the GMT for a do anything watch (strong bias).

16 May 2010, 10:53 AM	#38
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	I've gotten close to getting a YM so many times,but end up getting gun shy at the last minute. My main concern has been its perceived fragility - easy to scratch PCLs and the expensive to replace bezel insert. If these don't bother you, then go for the YM. __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

16 May 2010, 11:19 AM	#41
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,073	GMT has more functionality. GMT every time. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

16 May 2010, 06:03 AM	#32
yous Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: France Watch: ROLEX 16710 M Posts: 22	The GMT of Rolex, because it's a legend, PanAm, NASA, the Che... see for this the Jake's Rolex Blog... and the YM, no history, sorry.

16 May 2010, 07:25 AM	#34
mpkRolex 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Watch: Pepsi Posts: 2,170	GMT II for me any day

16 May 2010, 07:42 AM	#35
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	If you have a need for the 2nd time zone go GMT, if not the YM is headed for a collectors stats.

16 May 2010, 09:08 AM	#37
dgr8dude "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Chad Location: Canada Posts: 279	YM used to be my dream watch...until I saw the GMT ceramic and Sub LV :)

16 May 2010, 10:54 AM	#39
buckeyesFAN Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: ohio Posts: 19	I like the GMT better...

16 May 2010, 11:18 AM	#40
rolexguynfl 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Ed Location: FL Keys Watch: my avatar move... Posts: 2,100	Welcome Josh. I prefer the GMTII look.

16 May 2010, 11:55 AM	#42
Roley "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Roland Location: GMT -4:00 Today Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 874	116710 LN over the 16622 hands down, if your a frequent flyer.

16 May 2010, 12:21 PM	#43
OceanView "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA Posts: 123	Both are nice watches. Pick the one you like the most and get the second when you can.

16 May 2010, 01:27 PM	#44
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	There are no real pros and cons for either watch........... It simply boils down to choice................ __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

16 May 2010, 03:45 PM	#45
edouble "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: U.S. Posts: 4	I was pondering the same question and went with the SS YM. I haven't regretted it for a second. I still look at it on my wrist and think to myself "this is a beautiful watch." Before getting it, I was a little concerned it would be too flashy and couldn't be worn well with casual clothes. I've found that though it sparkles, it's not "blingy" and works with everything from suits to basketball shorts and a tee shirt. Scuffing the bezel is a concern. I wear it daily, but I work in an office. I take it off if I'm working in the garage or similar activities where it might get scratched. I'd consider how you plan on using/wearing it as one factor in your decision. I like the GMT, I'd like to get as my second Rolex eventually. But I'll say this for the YM. For me at least, pictures on the internet, as good as they looked, couldn't compare to how good it actually looked on my wrist. Finally, if you're looking at it as an investment, I think a platinum YM holds its value a bit better than the GMT, and you don't see as many pre-owned YMs for sale. That's purely anecdotal from my observations when I was looking to buy, I'm no expert by any means. Having said all that, I don't think you can go wrong either way. Just go with whichever one you think you really want more.

16 May 2010, 04:18 PM	#46
JMIND "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jerry Location: New Mexico Watch: 16610 M Series Posts: 1,084	So, you can tell by now both watches have their boosters. Have you tried both on to see which one you like best?

16 May 2010, 04:24 PM	#47
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	Just flipped my YM and replaced it with a GMT II...I also have the gmt 2 C..... So in my totally biased gmt loving opinion....it has to be the gmt I simply found I wasn't wearing the ym...the gmt is a watch wearers watch...if you get my drift. __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

16 May 2010, 08:27 PM	#49
andrew79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Andrew Location: Indonesia Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,277	GMT for sure.. __________________ Baume & Mercier Riviera Rolex GMT II c, DJ 116234, Sub 16610, EXP 2 16570 Panerai 111 , 232

16 May 2010, 08:47 PM	#50
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,007	Tough call--both so different--go where your heart is!! Love them both!! Love the sparkle of that platinum dial though with the red--sharp!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

17 May 2010, 04:21 AM	#53
Traveler Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 374	You cannot go wrong with either watch...get the one your instincts tell you to buy !

17 May 2010, 04:59 AM	#54
AndersB "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Europe Posts: 603	GMT II gets my vote.

26 May 2010, 06:45 AM	#55
Jim232118 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Jim Location: DFW, TX Watch: Yachtmaster II YG Posts: 276	Yachtmaster, goes well with anything and very different from any other Rolex or brand. Just about every watch company has a SS watch with a black bezel and dial.

26 May 2010, 06:51 AM	#56
toddb "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: TB Location: SO Cal. Watch: Xplorer 40 Posts: 216	WHY only s/s plat ? Checkout the twotone yachty with blue face...its un-real dont limit yourself to platinum:only

26 May 2010, 06:54 AM	#57
toddb "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: TB Location: SO Cal. Watch: Xplorer 40 Posts: 216	Check yachtmaster other variants- Extra reply delete

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