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WatchFan253 · 23 January 2018, 08:00 AM

I am looking at adding another watch to the collection and am torn between these two watches as they are both amazing for different reasons. The Daytona has been around for a long time which means there are many people that have it. The Yachtmaster II is relatively new and I rarely see people wearing it which is why I tend to lean this route. I am curious on the opinions of everyone as to what watch will likely hold it's value better in the next 5 years. What do you think, the Two-Tone Daytona or the Stainless Steel Yachtmaster II?

Thanks for your time!

Lordofrolex · 23 January 2018, 08:06 AM

YM II, is such a beautiful watch and i personally done like TT watches. Go with the YM II.

Tangier11 · 23 January 2018, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lordofrolex

YM II, is such a beautiful watch and i personally done like TT watches. Go with the YM II.

Exact opposite for me

HK Islandboy · 24 January 2018, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Lordofrolex

YM II, is such a beautiful watch and i personally done like TT watches. Go with the YM II.

Exactly this.

Also, I love the size of the YMII and find the Daytona a touch small for my taste (though the WG in oysterflex is pretty tempting)

nick c · 23 January 2018, 10:03 AM

This one for me.

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Rocco21 · 23 January 2018, 10:08 AM

Either one is a beauty but I’d prob go Daytona.

watchwatcher · 23 January 2018, 10:36 AM

Hard to say re value. Just get the one you like the most.

Either one you buy, try to get the best deal you can as neither one does great on the secondary market. Which Daytona are you looking at?

WatchFan253 · 24 January 2018, 04:57 AM

In regards to which Daytona, I was thinking two tone white face, but have been intrigued with the stainless with white face.

THC · 23 January 2018, 10:45 AM

Any TT is the one

AK797 · 23 January 2018, 11:01 AM

Panda Daytona is nice, as Larry says make sure you get a good deal.

miataguy · 23 January 2018, 11:59 AM

YM2 hands down

Nycturbovr6 · 23 January 2018, 12:06 PM

Ym2

Dr.Smellody · 23 January 2018, 12:07 PM

Let me help......

Allanmodel · 23 January 2018, 01:05 PM

I'd liked my YM II with RG~~

jjfesq · 23 January 2018, 01:34 PM

YM II is the clown car in the Rolex circus

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watchwatcher · 24 January 2018, 12:45 AM

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YM II is the clown car in the Rolex circus

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Good manners cost nothing. And one usually reaps the rewards of them for years to come.

RolexNorth · 23 January 2018, 01:52 PM

YM2 would be my advice.

Daytona only if it was an SS model.

Thing is, Daytona is 40mm and the YM2 is 44mm. There is a size difference and it is noticeable.

Muzz · 23 January 2018, 02:41 PM

The new hands on the TT YM II are pretty awesome!!

regnant · 23 January 2018, 06:22 PM

Daytona is an icon in any model unfortunately YM II is not there yet. I like YM II 116680 in terms of styling due to bigger case and countdown timer is something I like to use a lot, no need to be regatta racer to use it

Tampashooter · 24 January 2018, 12:00 AM

The most important factor in the purchase of the SS YM II, is getting one on your wrist. It could not be more different than the jumbo closeup pictures you see here. Its outstanding.

bio guyver · 24 January 2018, 03:16 AM

Go for the YMII king of the rolex sports watch

Jimbogigolo · 24 January 2018, 03:20 AM

for me, I prefer the TT Daytona.

vladamir15 · 24 January 2018, 05:22 AM

Two tone daytona with a white dial would be my choice by far

rallyx · 24 January 2018, 12:28 PM

Get the YM II and put your name down for the Daytona Steel.

Inq50 · 23 February 2018, 05:51 PM

I was in the same position last week.. between Hulk and YM II SS but once Hulk was not available I was debating between Daytona TT (with black dial and subdials) or YM II SS..
In the end I decided to go with the YM II.. part of the reason was I already have a TT GMT II and and a Daytona in TT just didn’t feel right.. am getting the YM II in 4 weeks and once on the wrist I hope it feels like it was the right move.. lol

timeldn · 23 February 2018, 11:32 PM

You need to take in to account your wrist size as it could determine which way you go.
Daytona is 40mm and the YM2 is 44mm. Try them on for size and decide. I do not recommend you buying a watch for an investment. Buy the watch you love and who knows overtime it may appreciate.

Rocco21 · 23 February 2018, 11:43 PM

Two tone Daytona for me but can’t go wrong either way as ym II is a beauty.

Stevec14 · 24 February 2018, 03:04 AM

I like both and if the 44m is ok for you I’d go YM. Nothing wrong with a TT Daytona however.

RC999 · 7 August 2018, 06:57 AM

I have just bought both of these together a few days back from my AD! Was quite a day! Have to say the TT Daytona white face is an instant hit, truly beautiful and sits perfectly. I have the YM II SS to unpack shortly, does seem a little hefty on first impressions, but I’m sure I’ll enjoy it. Both watches seem to be a little unpopular in some circles for various reasons, but I’ll enjoy them all the same:)

pde · 7 August 2018, 07:23 AM

Of these two choices I prefer the steel YMII. I would get the YMII and then add something smaller with a date (maybe a GMT, DJ, etc.).

23 January 2018, 08:00 AM	#1
WatchFan253 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Greg Location: U.S.A. Posts: 14	Daytona Two-Tone vs. Yachtmaster II SS I am looking at adding another watch to the collection and am torn between these two watches as they are both amazing for different reasons. The Daytona has been around for a long time which means there are many people that have it. The Yachtmaster II is relatively new and I rarely see people wearing it which is why I tend to lean this route. I am curious on the opinions of everyone as to what watch will likely hold it's value better in the next 5 years. What do you think, the Two-Tone Daytona or the Stainless Steel Yachtmaster II? Thanks for your time!

23 January 2018, 08:06 AM	#2
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	YM II, is such a beautiful watch and i personally done like TT watches. Go with the YM II. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

23 January 2018, 06:22 PM	#19
regnant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Close to Rolex AD Posts: 3,474	Daytona is an icon in any model unfortunately YM II is not there yet. I like YM II 116680 in terms of styling due to bigger case and countdown timer is something I like to use a lot, no need to be regatta racer to use it __________________

24 January 2018, 05:22 AM	#23
vladamir15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: N/A Watch: AP, VC, Breguet Posts: 1,581	Two tone daytona with a white dial would be my choice by far Attached Images __________________ The Most Valuable Commodity is Time Audemars, Vacheron, Breguet, Jaquet Droz, JLC, Rolex, Omega, Cartier

24 January 2018, 12:28 PM	#24
rallyx "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Hans Gruber Location: Nakatomi Plaza Watch: Holly's Lady DJ Posts: 315	Get the YM II and put your name down for the Daytona Steel. __________________ What if Holly had on an Oysterflex?

23 January 2018, 10:03 AM	#5
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	This one for me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 January 2018, 10:08 AM	#6
Rocco21 Banned Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Rob Location: Cape Cod Watch: 126660,126600 Posts: 1,324	Either one is a beauty but I’d prob go Daytona.

23 January 2018, 10:36 AM	#7
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,044	Hard to say re value. Just get the one you like the most. Either one you buy, try to get the best deal you can as neither one does great on the secondary market. Which Daytona are you looking at?

24 January 2018, 04:57 AM	#8
WatchFan253 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Greg Location: U.S.A. Posts: 14	In regards to which Daytona, I was thinking two tone white face, but have been intrigued with the stainless with white face.

23 January 2018, 10:45 AM	#9
THC 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,664	Any TT is the one

23 January 2018, 11:01 AM	#10
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Panda Daytona is nice, as Larry says make sure you get a good deal.

23 January 2018, 11:59 AM	#11
miataguy Banned Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Toronto Posts: 107	YM2 hands down

23 January 2018, 12:06 PM	#12
Nycturbovr6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Posts: 7,630	Ym2

23 January 2018, 12:07 PM	#13
Dr.Smellody "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Salem, OR Posts: 5,414	Let me help......

23 January 2018, 01:05 PM	#14
Allanmodel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Allan Location: Little Red Dot Watch: Still Looking....! Posts: 3,899	I'd liked my YM II with RG~~

23 January 2018, 01:34 PM	#15
jjfesq "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: NY Watch: 116618 LB smurf Posts: 154	YM II is the clown car in the Rolex circus Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 January 2018, 01:52 PM	#17
RolexNorth Banned Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Toronto Watch: YM2SS,SD43,HULK Posts: 558	YM2 would be my advice. Daytona only if it was an SS model. Thing is, Daytona is 40mm and the YM2 is 44mm. There is a size difference and it is noticeable.

23 January 2018, 02:41 PM	#18
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	The new hands on the TT YM II are pretty awesome!!

24 January 2018, 12:00 AM	#20
Tampashooter "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: In the present Posts: 846	The most important factor in the purchase of the SS YM II, is getting one on your wrist. It could not be more different than the jumbo closeup pictures you see here. Its outstanding.

24 January 2018, 03:16 AM	#21
bio guyver "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Kuwait Posts: 273	Go for the YMII king of the rolex sports watch

24 January 2018, 03:20 AM	#22
Jimbogigolo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: NJ Watch: Rolex Daytona W&B Posts: 1,539	for me, I prefer the TT Daytona.

23 February 2018, 05:51 PM	#25
Inq50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 95	I was in the same position last week.. between Hulk and YM II SS but once Hulk was not available I was debating between Daytona TT (with black dial and subdials) or YM II SS.. In the end I decided to go with the YM II.. part of the reason was I already have a TT GMT II and and a Daytona in TT just didn’t feel right.. am getting the YM II in 4 weeks and once on the wrist I hope it feels like it was the right move.. lol

23 February 2018, 11:32 PM	#26
timeldn "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: London Posts: 606	You need to take in to account your wrist size as it could determine which way you go. Daytona is 40mm and the YM2 is 44mm. Try them on for size and decide. I do not recommend you buying a watch for an investment. Buy the watch you love and who knows overtime it may appreciate.

23 February 2018, 11:43 PM	#27
Rocco21 Banned Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Rob Location: Cape Cod Watch: 126660,126600 Posts: 1,324	Two tone Daytona for me but can’t go wrong either way as ym II is a beauty.

24 February 2018, 03:04 AM	#28
Stevec14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: U.K. Watch: 321, Snoopy 3 Posts: 4,483	I like both and if the 44m is ok for you I’d go YM. Nothing wrong with a TT Daytona however.

7 August 2018, 06:57 AM	#29
RC999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: UK Watch: SkyD blue Posts: 70	I have just bought both of these together a few days back from my AD! Was quite a day! Have to say the TT Daytona white face is an instant hit, truly beautiful and sits perfectly. I have the YM II SS to unpack shortly, does seem a little hefty on first impressions, but I’m sure I’ll enjoy it. Both watches seem to be a little unpopular in some circles for various reasons, but I’ll enjoy them all the same:)

7 August 2018, 07:23 AM	#30
pde "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: NorCal Watch: Deepsea/DD40/Pepsi Posts: 68	Of these two choices I prefer the steel YMII. I would get the YMII and then add something smaller with a date (maybe a GMT, DJ, etc.).

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