LV sub vs Titanium Yachtmaster

[bluestreak]

I may have the opportunity to get the Titanium Yachtmaster. I currently have a LV sub and feel the two would be redundant for my purposes. Am I crazy for getting rid of the Sub? I just find the modern sub a bit too shiny/flashy and think the understated look of the YM is more my style.

Curious to thoughts of the forum..

[RTG]

Originally Posted by bluestreak

I may have the opportunity to get the Titanium Yachtmaster. I currently have a LV sub and feel the two would be redundant for my purposes. Am I crazy for getting rid of the Sub? I just find the modern sub a bit too shiny/flashy and think the understated look of the YM is more my style.

Curious to thoughts of the forum..

Crazy like a fox. Buy the YM42 Ti. If you don’t love it more, I’m sure you can find a great new owner who will.

Based on your comments, you sound like the ideal Yacht Master 42 Ti owner.

[Apdl]

Buy it, but it, buy it

[kieselguhr]

Keep the LV for now, and get the Ti YM. Then in 6 months revisit and make a decide then

[Andad]

Which LV Sub??
The name is common these days.
Is it the proper 5 digit or one if the copies?

[Easy E]

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

Keep the LV for now, and get the Ti YM. Then in 6 months revisit and make a decide then

This

[1William]

Buy the YM42 Titanium. Wear it and see what you think. As stated above revisit in a bit and decide. For me they are two different watches.

[GB-man]

I know what you mean. I picked up the YM and am wondering why I should keep my 124060 which is even less similar than the sub date. Regardless do not pass on the YM they are few and far between for now.

I think I know your dilemma as I can’t imagine a world not having a sub in the box even though the YM is now so similar.

Pics to add some meat to the discussion (my old LV I no longer have)

[Joearch]

Very different watches. Score the YM.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

Keep the LV for now, and get the Ti YM. Then in 6 months revisit and make a decide then

Originally Posted by 1William

Buy the YM42 Titanium. Wear it and see what you think. As stated above revisit in a bit and decide. For me they are two different watches.

100% this ^^^

FWIW I had a chance to try it on and it didn’t do a thing for me.

[southlight]

I can‘t help a lot on the dilemma as the Titanium YM is my only Rolex so far but I will say this: go get the YM!

[Dom9]

Would love a Ti YM - gorgeous piece!

[RTG]

Originally Posted by GB-man

I know what you mean. I picked up the YM and am wondering why I should keep my 124060 which is even less similar than the sub date. Regardless do not pass on the YM they are few and far between for now.

I think I know your dilemma as I can’t imagine a world not having a sub in the box even though the YM is now so similar.

Pics to add some meat to the discussion (my old LV I no longer have)

Great picture

[ltmgeller]

I'd add it instead of swap them out.

[travisb]

I agree with the suggestions of getting the Ti YM and keeping the Sub for a while and then see how you feel.

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by RTG

Great picture

Thank you

[Jackie Daytona]

Keep both for a bit of you can. If not you have my vote just to go for it and swap the Sub for the YM

[bluestreak]

Thanks for the advice. I will keep the Sub for now. I have set a couple of limits for myself in watch collecting. 1) I only want a certain amount tied up in watches and 2) I don’t duplicate movements.

So I’ll just move my OP, which helps me with Rule 2.

For a little more background, my whole quest has been to find *one* Rolex that I can wear everyday and is understated. I tried it with the OP 41, but in the end I wanted something sportier. I thought it might be the Explorer 2, but I ultimately didn’t like the steel bezel and the white face was too much.
I thought I could get to like the sub, but again it was too shiny and flashy. My next stop was going to be to try the gray/black GMT. But ultimately the PCLs and the shiny finishes will be too much.

I’m thinking this may actually be the one for me, in which case I may sell a lot of watches, lol

[Cru Jones]

Ti YM for me over the 12 series LV Sub.

[Rockeater]

Hulk wins it.

[HiBoost]

Originally Posted by bluestreak

I may have the opportunity to get the Titanium Yachtmaster. I currently have a LV sub and feel the two would be redundant for my purposes. Am I crazy for getting rid of the Sub? I just find the modern sub a bit too shiny/flashy and think the understated look of the YM is more my style.

Curious to thoughts of the forum..

The Ti YM is a real standout in the modern Rolex catalog. Very toolish and impossibly light feeling. I own another Ti watch and I still laughed out loud when I first felt this one. I would jump on it if you can get it for retail. At $35k+ market pricing, probably not.

[matthew P]

Originally Posted by GB-man

I know what you mean. I picked up the YM and am wondering why I should keep my 124060 which is even less similar than the sub date. Regardless do not pass on the YM they are few and far between for now.

I think I know your dilemma as I can’t imagine a world not having a sub in the box even though the YM is now so similar.

Pics to add some meat to the discussion (my old LV I no longer have)

Wow that looks good
What’s your wrist size?


..Explorer & Spring Diver - I’m just here for the photos..

[bkay001]

The Titanium Yachtmaster does have a more understated look compared to the LV sub. If you prefer a more subtle style, the Yachtmaster might be a great choice for you. It's all about finding what suits your taste best!

[rossi46]

If you're already talking about how the Sub is "too shiny" it's probably time to move it on. No shame in that at all - many people would agree with you.

I think the Ti YM is extremely cool and under-the-radar with the matte bezel and dial. Only thing is just how big the hour markers are. Seriously roided up!

[LostAggie]

I would have to say both!


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[L_S_SHOE]

You’d be crazy. The Submariner is a classic. I’m not sure what the Yacht-Master is.


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[mschafer]

Originally Posted by bluestreak

For a little more background, my whole quest has been to find *one* Rolex that I can wear everyday and is understated. I tried it with the OP 41, but in the end I wanted something sportier. I thought it might be the Explorer 2, but I ultimately didn’t like the steel bezel and the white face was too much.
I thought I could get to like the sub, but again it was too shiny and flashy. My next stop was going to be to try the gray/black GMT. But ultimately the PCLs and the shiny finishes will be too much.

I’m thinking this may actually be the one for me, in which case I may sell a lot of watches, lol

I have the all black GMT II and the PCL and all that shine wears off in time. It becomes just another Rolex. Most people mistake it for the Sub, I don't care as I use the GMT function frequently and wear it daily. And as much as I want to be the one Rolex guy, the YM Ti is an extremely good addition for the weekend and more sporty outings (we live by the coast). In the meantime I suggest to add to the pile and sell in a couple of decades. Look at it as investment diversification (and don't overpay as always).

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by matthew p

wow that looks good
what’s your wrist size?


..explorer & spring diver - i’m just here for the photos..

7”

[hartsy]

I would love a chance at the Ti YM. I can't even find one to try one!

[Kiddodoc]

Originally Posted by rossi46

If you're already talking about how the Sub is "too shiny" it's probably time to move it on. No shame in that at all - many people would agree with you.

I think the Ti YM is extremely cool and under-the-radar with the matte bezel and dial. Only thing is just how big the hour markers are. Seriously roided up!

Hadn't noticed until you mentioned but it gave me a chuckle. I agree, they are very large. That YM is very cool as it is very understated with the exception of the hour markers.