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NekstOne · 7 July 2020, 02:42 PM

Just recently started my search for my first Rolex (SS Sub).

Went and visited another AD down the road today to try my luck, and got put on the waiting list, was told 1-6 months. While I was there, he almost sold me on this beauty... The platinum dial is gorgeous!

Am i making the right decision holding out for the Sub?? Part of me wants to go grab this and call it a day. Don’t know how much of that is a lack of patience though

RJRJRJ · 7 July 2020, 06:12 PM

If you actually want it, go for it. If you will still want the Sub after buying this, wait for the Sub, do not settle. I would personally take the YM, but I have a soft spot for it.

(Also, I believe you mean platinum *bezel)

Harry-57 · 7 July 2020, 06:23 PM

If you prefer the YM to the Sub, get the YM. The one pictured is a beauty. Not for me but it's easy to see why it is so likeable.

Rori · 7 July 2020, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NekstOne

Just recently started my search for my first Rolex (SS Sub).

Went and visited another AD down the road today to try my luck, and got put on the waiting list, was told 1-6 months. While I was there, he almost sold me on this beauty... The platinum dial is gorgeous!

Am i making the right decision holding out for the Sub?? Part of me wants to go grab this and call it a day. Don’t know how much of that is a lack of patience though

Keep looking as subs are been delivered with short to no wait.
The YM is such a gorgeous piece. Love the blue dial.

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travisb · 7 July 2020, 07:11 PM

Wait it out rather than get the quick fix.

jonshow333 · 7 July 2020, 07:22 PM

I love that blue dial!

Ranger67 · 7 July 2020, 07:36 PM

I have a similar situation, originally tried to get a Sub over 2.5 years ago never happened, so got my name down at a few AD’s now for an SD43 or Deepsea (large wrist) but been offered a Sky Dweller which has never been on my radar, but definitely got me tempted so going Friday to try on to either love or get the temptation out of my system, plus it’s an AD I’ve not visited before so if not for me at least we’ve had a face to face meeting, so easy to be seduced by what’s available.

HogwldFLTR · 7 July 2020, 08:22 PM

Frankly there are so many upsides for the Yachtmaster that to me it is the perfect Rolex sports watch. Almost all subs look the same. Yachtmasters are much more individualistic. That's just my POV; it's your watch. Do as you will. I've had Subs and Sea Dwellers but prefer the YM. If you need the additional water depth that the Sub provides than hold out. Here's my YachtMaster.

amanbra · 7 July 2020, 11:08 PM

I'm one of the few on this forum that prefers the YM over the sub. I prefer the smoother and more fluid case profile.

GST15 · 8 July 2020, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by amanbra

I'm one of the few on this forum that prefers the YM over the sub. I prefer the smoother and more fluid case profile.

+1 and as someone else stated, if you are not diving you may be happier with the YM

Pongster · 7 July 2020, 11:10 PM

Staying on the boat? Get the YM.

Going for a dive? Get the Sub.

Seriously though, try both and see what “sings” to you.

Rags · 7 July 2020, 11:14 PM

I'd go for the sub.

alphadweller · 7 July 2020, 11:18 PM

I prefer the YM to the supercase Sub.

GONZO2LR · 7 July 2020, 11:34 PM

never settle....its worth the wait once you look at your wrist and the Sub is there...you will smile and say....YES!!!!...i know i did...SSsubDate

LOWERCASE GUY · 8 July 2020, 12:40 AM

The YM is perfect for a 1 watch collection. If you have a nice dress watch already (or intend to add one) hold out for the sub imo. Both SS dial combos are awesome but the blue just tips it for me.

Benzsiam · 8 July 2020, 12:58 AM

YM is one of the most beautiful watches. I have TT rose gold with chocolate dial, I love it very much.

samson66 · 8 July 2020, 01:04 AM

The first rule of Rolex buying is buy the Rolex you want. Don't get talked into buying something else just because you may have to wait longer to obtain.

For a first Rolex I would suggest sticking with a Sub.

gnuyork · 8 July 2020, 01:38 AM

I would prefer the Yachtmaster to any 6 digit Sub... but that's just me. Go for what you really want.

Ec2016 · 8 July 2020, 01:41 AM

To each their own. For me, it’s the YM all day. To me, they stand out from a sea of black divers.

Chewbacca · 8 July 2020, 01:42 AM

Polish (err, grind) out those shiny center links and it’s better than a sub date.

Strummer25 · 8 July 2020, 01:48 AM

My 0.02
Have small collection compared to some for me the narrow lugs on YM compared to maxi case in 6 digit sub is a winner and the blue dial is just gorgeous
Love the way the case is shaped to follow natural curve of the wrist rather than the slab that is a Sub case
PCLs I can take or leave my only criticism is easylink not glidelock clasp
That said the Sub is the quintessential Rolex and if OP “only” intends to have one reference (how many Of us said that ��) I suggest he holds on

slus · 8 July 2020, 01:52 AM

I much prefer the Yachtmaster over the supercase Submariners

The one on your wrist is a beauty and I'd pick it all day long over a new Submariner. But if it is a Submariner you want, only that will scratch the itch, and if you don't enjoy the Submariner after purchase, you're on the right side of an easy trade to make it right after the fact.

Polarexplorerii · 8 July 2020, 02:47 AM

My AD also had one of these but with the new price increase i couldn’t spend $12K

fsprow · 8 July 2020, 02:52 AM

Only you will know the answer to your question.

R_Rated · 8 July 2020, 03:14 AM

The YM is a MUCH nicer watch and you get the upgraded 3235 to boot! I went YM > Sub and do not regret it. If you are actually diving >100M then still don't get the sub.... get the deep sea dweller...

garyk · 8 July 2020, 03:40 AM

I would jump all over that YM!

iTreelex · 8 July 2020, 04:15 AM

YM is nice but too shiny. I'm partial to the sub regardless of its "ubiquitous-ness"
Don't settle OP

m j b · 8 July 2020, 04:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NekstOne

... he almost sold me on this beauty... The platinum dial is gorgeous!

It's not a platinum dial, but you know that now, right?

It's also a lot more expensive than the Sub, and has worse resale (should that matter to you).

I say wait a couple of days and go back. If it still sings to you, then sure, buy it. Why not? It's only money. Life is short.

As others have noted, Submariners are being delivered. Be patient.

HogwldFLTR · 8 July 2020, 04:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NekstOne

Just recently started my search for my first Rolex (SS Sub).

Went and visited another AD down the road today to try my luck, and got put on the waiting list, was told 1-6 months. While I was there, he almost sold me on this beauty... The platinum dial is gorgeous!

Am i making the right decision holding out for the Sub?? Part of me wants to go grab this and call it a day. Don’t know how much of that is a lack of patience though

I'd love to hear the outcome; could just be a one post wonder.

fixinbones · 8 July 2020, 06:03 AM

It looks like you have a pretty big wrist. I think the submariner would fit you better, the yacht Master looks a bit small for you

7 July 2020, 08:22 PM	#8
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,577	Yacht Frankly there are so many upsides for the Yachtmaster that to me it is the perfect Rolex sports watch. Almost all subs look the same. Yachtmasters are much more individualistic. That's just my POV; it's your watch. Do as you will. I've had Subs and Sea Dwellers but prefer the YM. If you need the additional water depth that the Sub provides than hold out. Here's my YachtMaster. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

7 July 2020, 11:14 PM	#12
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,195	I'd go for the sub. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

8 July 2020, 03:40 AM	#26
garyk 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Gary Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 11,605	I would jump all over that YM! __________________

8 July 2020, 06:03 AM	#30
fixinbones "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: New York Watch: 118206 Posts: 911	It looks like you have a pretty big wrist. I think the submariner would fit you better, the yacht Master looks a bit small for you __________________ 126719 BLRO meteorite 126660 D-blue 118206 Day Date

7 July 2020, 06:12 PM	#2
RJRJRJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,495	If you actually want it, go for it. If you will still want the Sub after buying this, wait for the Sub, do not settle. I would personally take the YM, but I have a soft spot for it. (Also, I believe you mean platinum *bezel)

7 July 2020, 06:23 PM	#3
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,509	If you prefer the YM to the Sub, get the YM. The one pictured is a beauty. Not for me but it's easy to see why it is so likeable.

7 July 2020, 07:11 PM	#5
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,226	Wait it out rather than get the quick fix.

7 July 2020, 07:22 PM	#6
jonshow333 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Singapore Posts: 26	I love that blue dial!

7 July 2020, 07:36 PM	#7
Ranger67 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: Gary Location: London UK Watch: 116613LB Bluesy Posts: 1,066	I have a similar situation, originally tried to get a Sub over 2.5 years ago never happened, so got my name down at a few AD’s now for an SD43 or Deepsea (large wrist) but been offered a Sky Dweller which has never been on my radar, but definitely got me tempted so going Friday to try on to either love or get the temptation out of my system, plus it’s an AD I’ve not visited before so if not for me at least we’ve had a face to face meeting, so easy to be seduced by what’s available.

7 July 2020, 11:08 PM	#9
amanbra "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Graham Location: Aus Posts: 2,449	I'm one of the few on this forum that prefers the YM over the sub. I prefer the smoother and more fluid case profile.

7 July 2020, 11:10 PM	#11
Pongster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Marikina Posts: 2,561	Staying on the boat? Get the YM. Going for a dive? Get the Sub. Seriously though, try both and see what “sings” to you.

7 July 2020, 11:18 PM	#13
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 6,161	I prefer the YM to the supercase Sub.

7 July 2020, 11:34 PM	#14
GONZO2LR "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Luis Location: Texas Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 1,382	never settle....its worth the wait once you look at your wrist and the Sub is there...you will smile and say....YES!!!!...i know i did...SSsubDate

8 July 2020, 12:40 AM	#15
LOWERCASE GUY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Real Name: Mark Location: UK (North East) Watch: TT DJ41- champagne Posts: 441	The YM is perfect for a 1 watch collection. If you have a nice dress watch already (or intend to add one) hold out for the sub imo. Both SS dial combos are awesome but the blue just tips it for me.

8 July 2020, 01:04 AM	#17
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,615	The first rule of Rolex buying is buy the Rolex you want. Don't get talked into buying something else just because you may have to wait longer to obtain. For a first Rolex I would suggest sticking with a Sub.

8 July 2020, 01:38 AM	#18
gnuyork "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 3,352	I would prefer the Yachtmaster to any 6 digit Sub... but that's just me. Go for what you really want.

8 July 2020, 01:41 AM	#19
Ec2016 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: DFW Posts: 193	To each their own. For me, it’s the YM all day. To me, they stand out from a sea of black divers.

8 July 2020, 01:42 AM	#20
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	Polish (err, grind) out those shiny center links and it’s better than a sub date.

8 July 2020, 01:48 AM	#21
Strummer25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Paul Location: London Calling Watch: SD4K Dj41 SubC YM Posts: 791	My 0.02 Have small collection compared to some for me the narrow lugs on YM compared to maxi case in 6 digit sub is a winner and the blue dial is just gorgeous Love the way the case is shaped to follow natural curve of the wrist rather than the slab that is a Sub case PCLs I can take or leave my only criticism is easylink not glidelock clasp That said the Sub is the quintessential Rolex and if OP “only” intends to have one reference (how many Of us said that ��) I suggest he holds on

8 July 2020, 01:52 AM	#22
slus "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Northern CA Watch: SD4K Posts: 710	I much prefer the Yachtmaster over the supercase Submariners The one on your wrist is a beauty and I'd pick it all day long over a new Submariner. But if it is a Submariner you want, only that will scratch the itch, and if you don't enjoy the Submariner after purchase, you're on the right side of an easy trade to make it right after the fact.

8 July 2020, 02:47 AM	#23
Polarexplorerii "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: SA,TX Watch: 16570,BLNR,116610 Posts: 2,237	My AD also had one of these but with the new price increase i couldn’t spend $12K

8 July 2020, 02:52 AM	#24
fsprow 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Real Name: Frank Location: Dallas,NY,Colo. Watch: Patek 5168, 5170P Posts: 2,533	Only you will know the answer to your question.

8 July 2020, 03:14 AM	#25
R_Rated "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: NC Posts: 159	The YM is a MUCH nicer watch and you get the upgraded 3235 to boot! I went YM > Sub and do not regret it. If you are actually diving >100M then still don't get the sub.... get the deep sea dweller...

8 July 2020, 04:15 AM	#27
iTreelex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Watchrecon Posts: 1,352	YM is nice but too shiny. I'm partial to the sub regardless of its "ubiquitous-ness" Don't settle OP

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