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Old 2 September 2013, 06:47 AM   #91
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Daytona & YMII compare.
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Old 2 September 2013, 06:55 AM   #92
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Side by side, Makes the Daytona look like a kids watch.
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Old 2 September 2013, 08:54 AM   #93
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I like the YMII, but cannot understand why Rolex finds it necessary to put names on all their watches. The name on the bezel is a little much. Why doesn't Rolex follow the lead of either AP or PP in this regard.
The name on the bezel is a bit of a turnoff for me. I prefer discreetness and subtlety on my watches.
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Old 2 September 2013, 03:32 PM   #94
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Anyone know why Rolex put the name on the bezel?
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Old 2 September 2013, 04:03 PM   #95
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Anyone know why Rolex put the name on the bezel?
Because you may get temporarily disoriented by the bling and forget what you're wearing.
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Old 2 September 2013, 04:18 PM   #96
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Anyone know why Rolex put the name on the bezel?
Probably to fill the space
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Old 23 September 2013, 10:22 AM   #97
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Side by side, Makes the Daytona look like a kids watch.
LOL! I actually agree with this. I am buying this watch, I have decided. Its just too lovely not to wear. AM.
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Old 2 October 2013, 04:03 PM   #98
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YMII price

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Very nice in SS. My guess is it will easily come in at $25k+.
As of September 30, 2013, YMII in a AD priced at $18,750....
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Old 2 October 2013, 04:04 PM   #99
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Because you may get temporarily disoriented by the bling and forget what you're wearing.
Hahahaha...
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Old 2 October 2013, 04:39 PM   #100
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I have a small wrist. Does it look overly big to you guys?
Just beautiful!

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Old 2 October 2013, 05:08 PM   #101
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Just beautiful!

I second the motion...is it worth buying it? or rather buy a SS Daytona and cheaper?
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Old 2 October 2013, 10:22 PM   #102
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Because you may get temporarily disoriented by the bling and forget what you're wearing.
Too funny
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Old 2 October 2013, 11:41 PM   #103
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I second the motion...is it worth buying it? or rather buy a SS Daytona and cheaper?
Well they both have the same base movement and neither has a date function.
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I wanted to start a trend with holding the baby and wearing your watch.
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