I have fallen in Love- Yachtmaster!!!!

[freddyttt]

Im ready to match-up my Sub 168000 with a nice watch friend. Im a jean wearing guy and always wanted the EXP11 white faced or datejust rhodium roman dial.



iv tried the EXP on and never felt that wow factor, so i pushed that aside. i did try a datejust on and it felt and looked nice-





keep in mind Im a middle class NJ floor mechanic with expensive taste. that said i don't believe in credit and owning two rolex watches will prolly be my limit. therefor im looking for something opposite in looks of my sub-

well this AM i tried on the watch below and fell in love- WOW it is beautiful in looks and would go with jeans as well as a tux(imho)




I dont realy know to much about the Yachtmaster so please do tell

also wrist shots are more then welcome

[z32turbo]

You'll enjoy the YM as a dressy relative to the Sub.

[capote]

YM also goes well with bowling shirts /Charlie S.

[azguy]

I think you nailed it It would be the perfect companion to your sub. A complete alter-ego

[cedargrove]

Originally Posted by freddyttt

JWOW it is beautiful in looks and would go with jeans as well as a tux(imho):

I agree. To me the most versatile Rolex.

[dddrees]

The YM and the Sub use the same movement so the appearance, the fact that the YM uses Platinum bezel and not ceramic, and the different case shape and clasp are the major differences. Oh and difference in water depth protection, but for the majority of owners this is a non-issue.

The YM would make a great addition.

[flnick26]

The Yachtmaster Plat/SS is my overall goal. Good choice. GO for it!

[Freedom fighter]

Hi mate, got mine in rsc at moment....great watch! From the moment I put it on I knew it was a keeper....defo get one you will not regret it...the dash of red against the platty dial is amazing. Good luck!

[freddyttt]

hello and thanks-

question as i research this beauty-

I see full size(40mm)

and midsize(35mm)


is the mid considered a ladies.?

[unlisted]

Originally Posted by freddyttt

hello and thanks-

question as i research this beauty-

I see full size(40mm)

and midsize(35mm)


is the mid considered a ladies.?

Yes. It is considered the Lady-Sized YM.

[Puffy]

the YM is a great choice but it is also a pain in the arse as the bezel and case show every little mark, and if you suffer from OCD and want your watches looking mint, then the YM is not a good choice....

it sure is a stunning watch... here's mine

[Keeperoftime]

It's definitely a beautiful watch!

[freddyttt]

Im a weekend wearer and will keep it locked up.;)

now finding one in my price range is another story;(

[matt4hand]

I love them both. YM and Submariner

[freddyttt]

Matt they are like brother and sister-;)

correct me if im wrong but isn't the midsize 35mm the about same size as my sup 36mm.....

[kilyung]

Lovely watch.

[colpol]

Love can be blind ...... !!

[spuds]

Beautiful watch & as said the perfect alter-ego to your Sub'.

[ArcticMoose]

Originally Posted by freddyttt

therefor im looking for something opposite in looks of my sub

As others have mentioned, the non-ceramic Sub and the YM are extremely similar, except for some minor cosmetics.

There is even a Sub with a YM bezel over in the LV thread:
http://www.rolexforums.com/showpost....&postcount=329



Of course, if you like the size, date, bezel and bracelet of the Sub, and want the glitter of the YM, it may be the right watch for you.

Personally, I thought the YM would be the "dressiest" watch I needed, but I have found it is far too sporty for many occasions. For many situations where I would have used it I often end up taking the TT Sub instead, because it feels more robust.

Instead of being used for dressier occasions it has ended up in the everyday rotation, and to be honest, not chosen very often.

I am wearing it today though.

[freddyttt]

Arctic great Pics... love the last snow pics.

[freddyttt]

Ok question-

there seems to be 3 sizes-

29mm lady

35mm midsize

40mm full size.

is the 35mm considered ladies? gents? or both-

[watchf]

Originally Posted by freddyttt

Ok question-

there seems to be 3 sizes-

29mm lady

35mm midsize

40mm full size.

is the 35mm considered ladies? gents? or both-

Depends on the shape and size of your wrist. An average sized male wrist would be better off getting the 40mm. The plat/ss YM sure is a dazzling watch. Its probably one of the most unique model in the Rolex line up. A mental image of the north pole comes to mind when I think of the plat/ss YM, pure white beautiful snow but dazzling when shone upon by the sun from the open blue sky.

It looks so luxury and precious that I seldom wear my so as not to expose it to the the elements...I know I know a watch is for wearing but its just so bloddy precious

[FeelingTheBlues]

Originally Posted by z32turbo

You'll enjoy the YM as a dressy relative to the Sub.

That couldn't be more true. I should also add that in between the three you showed it is my favorite. I hope you'll buy it and enjoy it a lot!

[HL65]

Classy looking watch- love the way the red pops on that dial too!

[ArcticMoose]

Originally Posted by freddyttt

is the 35mm considered ladies? gents? or both-

There is actually a male and female version of it, but the only difference is the number of links in the bracelet.

In my opinion, you'd have to have an absolutely tiny wrist to not get the 40mm.

Here's one of Charlie Sheen wearing a 35mm, looks silly. (Again, in my opinion.)

[threemonkeys]

Love the YM. And it seems less common - which is more appealing to me.

[Psmith]

Great looking watch but the clasp is a bit of a letdown. Some owners have swapped it out for a Daytona or GMT II C clasp. If you are thinking of buying new, perhaps wait for next year's Basel to see if Rolex upgrade the clasp.

[glimmer]

The YM is a beauty! Good luck...

[watchf]

I keep looking back to this thread and its making me feel a little hard to part with mine now!

[Gaijin]

Got my girl the mid size and she loves it! Stunning!