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Old 10 September 2007, 05:54 AM   #1
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My Yachtmaster II

Picked it up on Friday and I believe it is the first in the UK. Just took these two pics indoors and it's night-time here.





I'm aware of the controversy surrounding this watch and until I saw it in the flesh was still undecided. I have a yellow gold YM I too so can appreciate why the design might have shocked a few people. But seeing it on my wrist just did it for me. Did I say this watch was big, oh and heavy? That's where much of the price difference is and of course the bezel is platinum.

The movement is very clever indeed but unless you're heavily into sailing just think of it as the world's most exclusive egg timer

Will take some better lit shots tomorrow.
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Old 10 September 2007, 05:56 AM   #2
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Old 10 September 2007, 05:59 AM   #3
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Congrats. I must say it looks better in your pics than some others I have seen. Looking forward to some more.
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:02 AM   #4
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Congrats!

The white gold version is much more good-looking than the YG version!

Looks nice on your wrist!
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:10 AM   #5
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I love the new YM II, I can see where peeps are coming from when the say they dont like it, but for me, its almost as good as the Daytona.

Enjoy it, it looks amazing.
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:13 AM   #6
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Nice watch Magnum, do you have any other Rolexes?
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:20 AM   #7
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Nice watch Magnum, do you have any other Rolexes?
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Yes, I have a yellow gold Yachtmaster I, and a yellow gold Daytona with white face with alligator strap. I also have an Omega Seamaster Quartz for when I'm doing manual work. Can't get interested in any other brands - been a Rolex nut for the last 20 years
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:28 AM   #8
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Wow awesome Magnum!

You are very lucky indeed, i think its one of the coolest watches around, plus the technology, larger size and unique design.

I'm platinum with envy!

I also like the yellow gold model, both look ultra cool.
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:30 AM   #9
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It looks great. Congratulations!
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:30 AM   #10
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gOOd on you Magnum.
Do you race boats?

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Old 10 September 2007, 06:33 AM   #11
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gOOd on you Magnum.
Do you race boats?

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No I don't but I cook a mean boiled egg
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Old 10 September 2007, 07:11 AM   #12
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No I don't but I cook a mean boiled egg
It's more than an egg timer. Steaks too I bet. And fish. The options are endless. The ultimate chef's Rolex.

Congrats! Your pics really are better than the official ones!
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Old 10 September 2007, 09:59 AM   #13
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Old 10 September 2007, 10:32 AM   #14
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Congrats on the new watch. I actually like it... minus the yachtmaster II on the bezel.
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Old 10 September 2007, 10:40 AM   #15
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Gr8 buy!!!
Congrats on a gr8 n vry vry unique Rolex!!!!!!!!!
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:43 AM   #16
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Since the price here in the States has been entirely speculative, could you please tell us what one would expect to pay in $US for that trinket?
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:54 AM   #17
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Since the price here in the States has been entirely speculative, could you please tell us what one would expect to pay in $US for that trinket?

I've seen graymarket price here of $33805.
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:50 AM   #18
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The full retail price in the UK is £17,900 which at today's exchange rate is just over $36,000. I'm not sure what sort of discount you can get in the US but over here 20% would be a good deal.
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Old 10 September 2007, 06:55 AM   #19
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Icon8 ummmmmmmmmmmm..........

It looks ok in this color.

The YG is too overloaded........looks like a doughnut with colored sprinkles.

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Old 10 September 2007, 11:20 AM   #20
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It looks ok in this color.

The YG is too overloaded........looks like a doughnut with colored sprinkles.

Did someone say do-nuts?
Nice watch. I agree it looks better on a wrist than on the internet. I have a FEW other watches to get first though for that kinda money. But very nice and congratulations!
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Old 11 September 2007, 03:19 AM   #21
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The YG is too overloaded........looks like a doughnut with colored sprinkles.

Thank you -- that was my intent!


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Old 11 September 2007, 04:37 AM   #22
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Ok:

So, I'll just strap on a "Krispy Kreme" and whistle Dixie !

Note: If you don't know Krispy Kreme.......Dunkin' Doughnuts is the same thing.

Ultra Cool watch.............and the first of its species, KEWL !


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Old 10 September 2007, 06:59 AM   #23
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Congrats, enjoy.
I was working on one just like that a couple of days ago
Big watch!
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Old 10 September 2007, 07:01 AM   #24
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Many congratulations & welcome, first time I've seen one in the flesh (so to speak), sitting on your wrist it looks like it weighs a ton (compliment). Thanks for sharing, looking forward to seeing more pics, wear it in good health
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Old 10 September 2007, 07:05 AM   #25
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Welcome! and Congrats!!
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Old 10 September 2007, 07:08 AM   #26
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Looks MUCH better in person!!!
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Old 10 September 2007, 07:12 AM   #27
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Congrats... that watch is starting to grow on me
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Old 10 September 2007, 07:17 AM   #28
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Old 10 September 2007, 08:47 AM   #29
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Congrats on your watch! Enjoy it in good health!
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Old 10 September 2007, 10:05 AM   #30
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Too rich for my blood. Lets see a lume shot?
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