Yatchmaster Question

[Ravager135]

Been getting quite the Rolex and general watch education on these forums over the past few months. Still really enjoying my new Explorer II but already plotting my third. It will likely be the Milgauss but I have not ruled out a GMT or Yachtmaster.

Coming to the point, what mechanically or functionally differentiates the original Yachtmaster from a Sub? Is it essentially the same watch without the additional depth?

I apologize for what may seem a foolish question. I trust the experts on here moreso than a youtube review. Yes I spelled Yachtmaster wrong in the thread title.

[sleddog]

Same movement, just a different case and bezel graduation markers....Essentially the same other than aesthetics!!
What gives the Sub a deeper depth rating, is only the thicker caseback!

[FeelingTheBlues]

Originally Posted by sleddog

Same movement, just a different case and bezel graduation markers....Essentially the same other than aesthetics!!
What gives the Sub a deeper depth rating, is only the thicker caseback!

I believe the Yacht-Master's bezel rotates both ways as well.

[azguy]

Don't forget PCL's on the YM, so it wears dressier in my opinion...

[JohnBoy]

Evan,
Its my understanding that the YM was initially billed as a dressier, 'professional sports' watch (initially all YG, now in SS, precious metals like D-D, solid metal bezel, etc. vs, the early Sub 'tool watch' in SS, bez insert, etc. ). It was made available in mid-sized and ladies, while the Sub was/is not. You are essentially correct though -like movements in the gents version, a date window/cyclops, and less depth rating (always stay with whats left of the boat for rescue - never try to swim away to find help, you will likely drown). Others may have more information for you!

[Ravager135]

Originally Posted by JohnBoy

Evan,
Its my understanding that the YM was initially billed as a dressier, 'professional sports' watch (initially all YG, now in SS, precious metals like D-D, solid metal bezel, etc. vs, the early Sub 'tool watch' in SS, bez insert, etc. ). It was made available in mid-sized and ladies, while the Sub was/is not. You are essentially correct though -like movements in the gents version, a date window/cyclops, and less depth rating (always stay with whats left of the boat for rescue - never try to swim away to find help, you will likely drown). Others may have more information for you!

No all of the above helps very much. I am very into the intentions behind why watches are created. I try to wear watches that have some practical value to me as I have stated elsewhere. Very much appreciate the info. Much of it was as I suspected but the bezel is indeed birotational because its is more a timer for regatta's etc. Less about life saving unidirectional movement for a dive. Thank you all though for the history and intentions behind why the watch was made.

[Runnin' Rebel]

It's a beauty.. I really wish I could've kept it, but it wasn't doing its thang for me

[Speed]

It's a very silly watch. Beautiful...but silly.

Yachtsmen usually wear...wait for it...Subs :-D

[lorsban]

Originally Posted by sleddog

Same movement, just a different case and bezel graduation markers....Essentially the same other than aesthetics!!
What gives the Sub a deeper depth rating, is only the thicker caseback!

Is this true? I wonder if simply swapping the caseback with a submariner one would up the depth of a YM...

To the OP, if your exp2 is black, the Platinum YM would be a great compliment to it, aesthetically speaking.


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[Psmith]

If you are going to do it, wait for the new YM (this year's Basel) to hit the ADs... upgraded bracelet and clasp (EasyLink)
Changes to the bezel as well

The old clasp let down the watch imho

[NeedHelp]

If I am not mistaken, the older style YM has the old style clasp but all the bracelet links are solid like the new SubC and GMTIIC stainless bracelets links.

[Psmith]

Originally Posted by NeedHelp

If I am not mistaken, the older style YM has the old style clasp but all the bracelet links are solid like the new SubC and GMTIIC stainless bracelets links.

The endlinks have been redesigned for the new YM


Also, the lume is now Chromalight (blue)

[swissautopro]

Originally Posted by lorsban

Is this true? I wonder if simply swapping the caseback with a submariner one would up the depth of a YM...


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Yes, this is true.

[lorsban]

Originally Posted by swissautopro

Yes, this is true.

Cool! In my opinion, caseback swap would be a better mod than the clasp since it adds to the functionality of the watch.

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