MK-1 yacht master size?

[MrGoat]

Jacek has a pretty clean 1991 Yachtmaster but the size isn’t listed. What I’ve found the yachtmaster has many different sizes and I’m trying to get an idea of what size the MK-1 case would be. I have started looking for a 16618lb but this caught my eye and is 10k+ cheaper than the sub while still being a sport reference.

Can you guys help me determine the size of this case or should I just reach out to Jacek?

Thanks in advance for any help.



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[mike morris]

Love this watch, size 40mm.

[MrGoat]

Originally Posted by mike morris

Love this watch, size 40mm.

Thanks Mike!!

I’m just realizing the hour markers aren’t lumed. That’s a concern for me.

Do you know if they made a 40mm yachtmaster dial with lume plots at the hour markers?


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[Devildog]

Originally Posted by MrGoat

Thanks Mike!!

I’m just realizing the hour markers aren’t lumed. That’s a concern for me.

Do you know if they made a 40mm yachtmaster dial with lume plots at the hour markers?


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Theres a small lume triangle next to the hour indices.

Whether they still glow is another matter

[RichM]

I found this. https://www.luxuryofwatches.com/role...4aAklrEALw_wcB

[MrGoat]

Originally Posted by Devildog

Theres a small lume triangle next to the hour indices.

Whether they still glow is another matter

They wouldn’t be luminova?

I thought the transition from tritium was earlier but now I’m realizing this is damn near a 35 yr old watch. lol.


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[MrGoat]

Originally Posted by RichM

I found this. https://www.luxuryofwatches.com/role...4aAklrEALw_wcB

That is sharp!! Large premium over Jaceks though. I guess I need to start looking for dial availability.


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[RichM]

Another dial choice with lume. A little newer and cheaper. https://www.chrono24.com/rolex/yacht..._qleBAl&pos=10

[MrGoat]

Originally Posted by RichM

Another dial choice with lume. A little newer and cheaper. https://www.chrono24.com/rolex/yacht..._qleBAl&pos=10

Thanks. Champagne/brown dials don’t speak to me unless it’s a root beer GMT.


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[RichM]

Originally Posted by MrGoat

Thanks. Champagne/brown dials don’t speak to me unless it’s a root beer GMT.


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Good luck with the hunt.

[MrGoat]

Originally Posted by RichM

Good luck with the hunt.

Thank you for all your help my man!!


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[mailman]

Also, the first YM’s used Submariner cases. Notice the lug holes and how the lugs don’t turn down like they do on current models.

[MrGoat]

Originally Posted by mailman

Also, the first YM’s used Submariner cases. Notice the lug holes and how the lugs don’t turn down like they do on current models.

Maybe that’s why it caught my eye. Thanks my man!!


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[brandrea]

Originally Posted by mailman

Also, the first YM’s used Submariner cases. Notice the lug holes and how the lugs don’t turn down like they do on current models.

Didn’t know that … good information, thank you

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by mailman

Also, the first YM’s used Submariner cases. Notice the lug holes and how the lugs don’t turn down like they do on current models.

The later cases are much softer and more rounded at the edges. I believe it was the first time Rolex brought out a new model with no differences apart from the dial to an existing model. It was purely a marketing exercise in producing a dressy Submariner.

[MrGoat]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

The later cases are much softer and more rounded at the edges. I believe it was the first time Rolex brought out a new model with no differences apart from the dial to an existing model. It was purely a marketing exercise in producing a dressy Submariner.

Originally Posted by mailman

Also, the first YM’s used Submariner cases. Notice the lug holes and how the lugs don’t turn down like they do on current models.

You guys are not helping me not want this watch more.


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[dexter1]

The solid end links are long so the over hang is much more than a sub. If you have a smaller wrist, the fit might be an issue.

[HogwldFLTR]

I love this watch!!! Great watch!!!

[MrGoat]

Originally Posted by dexter1

The solid end links are long so the over hang is much more than a sub. If you have a smaller wrist, the fit might be an issue.

Thanks for that. My wrist is just under the 6.96” Jacek says the bracelet will fit (I already checked). My wrist is wide enough for my sub, I’ve actually got about 3/8” on top and bottom between the end of the lugs and the ends of my wrist.

If I follow through with this at least I get a 3 day grace period in case it won’t work.


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[mailman]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

The later cases are much softer and more rounded at the edges. I believe it was the first time Rolex brought out a new model with no differences apart from the dial to an existing model. It was purely a marketing exercise in producing a dressy Submariner.

I believe the change started with the 16622.

The original iteration is easy to see the similarities with a Submariner from the side.

The later cases up to now are super comfy IMO.

[MrGoat]

Would this bracelet have solid links or rolled/hollow like my 16613lb?


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