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Copasetic · 30 June 2024, 05:25 AM

Totally different watches, I know. What they have in common is the 42mm diameter, which is my sweet spot.
I’ve tried on numerous Skydwellers and like the look and fit. Been to a number of AD’s and have not been able to see the 42 YM in the flesh. Closest was a 40mm on OysterFlex. I’ve always liked many things about the “Submariner style” Rolex’s and have owned many, but never a YM. I’ve always liked the YM bezels and think it would have what I like about a Sub but not be the “normal” Sub look that I’m tired of.
I know the answer is buy the one that I like best, but I like them both a lot. Not sure about an OysterFlex bracelet but consensus is it’s very comfortable. I’ve owned many Rolexes over the years but this would be the only Rolex, for now, in my small collection.
I’m old, tall and have a 7.25” wrist.
Thanks for your thoughts.

KatGirl · 30 June 2024, 06:12 AM

Skydweller on Jubilee! It’s a cooler watch, with an extra complication.

Kat

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Harry-57 · 30 June 2024, 06:26 AM

The Sky Dweller is a real 42mm watch whereas the YM has a smaller dial with a big knobbly bezel. I'll take a Sky Dweller over just about anything. It's a clever watch which is made all the more clever by its simplicity of operation.

However, I can't tell you what you like. With two such different watches I would have thought one had at least a nose ahead.

Rolex1982 · 30 June 2024, 06:39 AM

For me the sky D!

Isoflur · 30 June 2024, 06:55 AM

Skydweller will hopefully be my next watch with a bit of luck, so it’s got my vote. Also, tall and old :-)

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DESH · 30 June 2024, 07:01 AM

SKY D- all day!

CarlOver · 30 June 2024, 09:20 AM

Blue Skydweller on Jubilee for me.

fishingbear · 30 June 2024, 11:10 AM

I have the Skydweller and want the 42mm yachtmaster but I’d never trade my blue Skydweller for it. Hope this helps.

cleansocks · 30 June 2024, 11:23 AM

Ym42!

rmlovett1 · 30 June 2024, 11:31 AM

For me, it would depend on what else I have in my collection

Doood · 30 June 2024, 11:45 AM

Black Sky jubilee for me. 42mm is the sweet spot for sure. 8’ wrist. I do like the YM42, but wears smaller and flatter. If there was a bracelet option, I would consider white gold as really like the polished bits. Haven’t seen the Ti in the flesh, and not sure if I could get from AD with my spend history, but still think SkyD is a more fun watch.

Will 79 · 30 June 2024, 02:30 PM

Both are great watches, but as a YM 42 owner I say go with it. It's a really FINE piece! It wears so nice with it's broad but thin profile. Wears much nicer in my opinion than the Skydweller. The oysterflex is great and is balanced really nicely with the heft of the case and clasp. It's awesome!!

thegrandseirolexguy · 30 June 2024, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Copasetic

Totally different watches, I know. What they have in common is the 42mm diameter, which is my sweet spot.
I’ve tried on numerous Skydwellers and like the look and fit. Been to a number of AD’s and have not been able to see the 42 YM in the flesh. Closest was a 40mm on OysterFlex. I’ve always liked many things about the “Submariner style” Rolex’s and have owned many, but never a YM. I’ve always liked the YM bezels and think it would have what I like about a Sub but not be the “normal” Sub look that I’m tired of.
I know the answer is buy the one that I like best, but I like them both a lot. Not sure about an OysterFlex bracelet but consensus is it’s very comfortable. I’ve owned many Rolexes over the years but this would be the only Rolex, for now, in my small collection.
I’m old, tall and have a 7.25” wrist.
Thanks for your thoughts.

If you’re old and your eyesight is increasingly becoming an issue, I’d say go for the yacht master. It’s easier to read.

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PBJ1925 · 30 June 2024, 03:34 PM

Own both. Truth be told, YM42 is a lot more comfortable, but I naturally love the complications on the SkyD.

If I had to pick one, sky on jubilee for the win.

geoach · 30 June 2024, 06:17 PM

the ym will fit a lot nicer on the wrist than the lump SD

www777 · 30 June 2024, 09:17 PM

YM 42 for me. Plus 9t has a glide lock.

brandrea · 30 June 2024, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by rmlovett1

For me, it would depend on what else I have in my collection

Same here

OP, What about a 42mm EXP 2?

travisb · 30 June 2024, 09:30 PM

Skydweller is the clear winner for me.
I prefer the look, unique complication and I'll always choose full bracelet over strap (personal preference).

1William · 30 June 2024, 10:02 PM

The Sky-Dweller on Jubilee for me and I have owned the YM42 in WG several times. I would do either the black or white dial SD and save quite a bit and have a technically more interesting watch. I just can not get use to a PM on rubber. Does not work as well for me.

DoricSpiker · 30 June 2024, 11:46 PM

Sky dweller.

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Copasetic · Yesterday, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Same here

OP, What about a 42mm EXP 2?

Thanks for the suggestion, but I’m not an Explorer fan. A little too tool watch and I prefer not to have a separate hand for the GMT function.

watchwatcher · Yesterday, 12:18 AM

You'll be able to tell the time more easily on the YM, if that helps.

But...seriously. You couldn't have picked two more different time pieces. They each have their own vibe and you just have to figure which one is yours. Good luck,

Seddyspaghetti · Yesterday, 01:37 AM

Flip a coin. Can’t go wrong with either.

If i had to choose btwn the two id go with the ym2. As much as i love the SkyD, it is just too thick and blingy for every day wear for me whereas the ym2 id wear to more occasions.

77T · Yesterday, 02:20 AM

YM is used more often to time steaks grilling on the barby than starting a Regatta.

If the SkyDiddy is needed for dual TZ duty, then it's the one.

But since it can't used to grill steaks - and if you have no need for dual TZ - then the YM...

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Copasetic · Yesterday, 03:19 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

YM is used more often to time steaks grilling on the barby than starting a Regatta.

If the SkyDiddy is needed for dual TZ duty, then it's the one.

But since it can't used to grill steaks - and if you have no need for dual TZ - then the YM...

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But what if I’d hardly, if ever, use the dual TZ and have cooked enough steaks to go by feel or cheat and use a Meater device?

77T · Yesterday, 03:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Copasetic

But what if I’d hardly, if ever, use the dual TZ and have cooked enough steaks to go by feel or cheat and use a Meater device?

Then buy Apple Watch - Siri will sing you to sleep.

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Copasetic · Yesterday, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

Then buy Apple Watch - Siri will sing you to sleep.

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Why didn’t I think of that, lol? Which strap do you recommend?

Robf52 · Yesterday, 03:52 AM

Sky-D.

Rolexforthewin · Yesterday, 05:39 AM

Blue Sky on jubilee!

Linuxpenguins · Yesterday, 05:51 AM

Blue SkyD, Jubilee. Get the first version, if you can.. the 326934 :)

30 June 2024, 05:25 AM	#1
Copasetic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Howie Location: USA Watch: AP, Patek & Rolex Posts: 518	Steel Skydweller or Yacht-Master 42 in white gold Totally different watches, I know. What they have in common is the 42mm diameter, which is my sweet spot. I’ve tried on numerous Skydwellers and like the look and fit. Been to a number of AD’s and have not been able to see the 42 YM in the flesh. Closest was a 40mm on OysterFlex. I’ve always liked many things about the “Submariner style” Rolex’s and have owned many, but never a YM. I’ve always liked the YM bezels and think it would have what I like about a Sub but not be the “normal” Sub look that I’m tired of. I know the answer is buy the one that I like best, but I like them both a lot. Not sure about an OysterFlex bracelet but consensus is it’s very comfortable. I’ve owned many Rolexes over the years but this would be the only Rolex, for now, in my small collection. I’m old, tall and have a 7.25” wrist. Thanks for your thoughts.

30 June 2024, 07:01 AM	#6
DESH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Desh Location: in a car driving Watch: ing the numbers.. Posts: 1,219	SKY D- all day! __________________ Instagram: wristkink

30 June 2024, 11:10 AM	#8
fishingbear 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: George Location: Alabama Watch: GMTsSubLVEx2SDDayt Posts: 4,467	I have the Skydweller and want the 42mm yachtmaster but I’d never trade my blue Skydweller for it. Hope this helps. __________________ ___________________ GMT II 126719 Meteorite + GMT II 126710BLRO + Daytona 116500LN (White) + Submariner 16610LV + Explorer II 16570 Polar + Submariner 116610LV + GMT II 16713 Rootbeer + Sky-Dweller 336934 (Blue) + GMT II 16710 (Pepsi & Coke) + Sea-Dweller 116600 Breitling Premier B25 Datora 2FA Security Active

Yesterday, 02:20 AM	#24
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,148	Steel Skydweller or Yacht-Master 42 in white gold YM is used more often to time steaks grilling on the barby than starting a Regatta. If the SkyDiddy is needed for dual TZ duty, then it's the one. But since it can't used to grill steaks - and if you have no need for dual TZ - then the YM... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

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Robf52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Sunshine State Watch: lots of Rolex Posts: 4,803	Sky-D. __________________ 126610LV//116508 Daytona YG Black/Champagne 116655 YM40 Everose Oysterflex//126622 YM40 Blue//126600 SD43 126710BLNR//126711CHNR 126334 DJ41 Rhodium/Diamonds//126331 DJ41 TT Wimbledon 124300 OP41 Green//126334 DJ41Mint Green

30 June 2024, 06:12 AM	#2
KatGirl 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Kat Location: CA, USA Watch: 126233 Wimbledon T Posts: 6,220	Skydweller on Jubilee! It’s a cooler watch, with an extra complication. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

30 June 2024, 06:26 AM	#3
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 9,974	The Sky Dweller is a real 42mm watch whereas the YM has a smaller dial with a big knobbly bezel. I'll take a Sky Dweller over just about anything. It's a clever watch which is made all the more clever by its simplicity of operation. However, I can't tell you what you like. With two such different watches I would have thought one had at least a nose ahead.

30 June 2024, 06:39 AM	#4
Rolex1982 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Ron the Stoic Location: Netherlands Watch: GMT Meteorite Posts: 1,284	For me the sky D!

30 June 2024, 06:55 AM	#5
Isoflur "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Canada Watch: DSSD JC Posts: 58	Skydweller will hopefully be my next watch with a bit of luck, so it’s got my vote. Also, tall and old :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

30 June 2024, 09:20 AM	#7
CarlOver "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: US Posts: 2,001	Blue Skydweller on Jubilee for me.

30 June 2024, 11:23 AM	#9
cleansocks "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: United States Posts: 78	Ym42!

30 June 2024, 11:31 AM	#10
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,841	For me, it would depend on what else I have in my collection

30 June 2024, 11:45 AM	#11
Doood "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Socal Posts: 996	Black Sky jubilee for me. 42mm is the sweet spot for sure. 8’ wrist. I do like the YM42, but wears smaller and flatter. If there was a bracelet option, I would consider white gold as really like the polished bits. Haven’t seen the Ti in the flesh, and not sure if I could get from AD with my spend history, but still think SkyD is a more fun watch.

30 June 2024, 02:30 PM	#12
Will 79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: Louisiana Posts: 4	Both are great watches, but as a YM 42 owner I say go with it. It's a really FINE piece! It wears so nice with it's broad but thin profile. Wears much nicer in my opinion than the Skydweller. The oysterflex is great and is balanced really nicely with the heft of the case and clasp. It's awesome!!

30 June 2024, 03:34 PM	#14
PBJ1925 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Jay Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 326934 Posts: 2,272	Own both. Truth be told, YM42 is a lot more comfortable, but I naturally love the complications on the SkyD. If I had to pick one, sky on jubilee for the win.

30 June 2024, 06:17 PM	#15
geoach "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: somewhere else Watch: one I'm wearing Posts: 402	the ym will fit a lot nicer on the wrist than the lump SD

30 June 2024, 09:17 PM	#16
www777 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: At Home Posts: 1,259	YM 42 for me. Plus 9t has a glide lock.

30 June 2024, 09:30 PM	#18
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,622	Skydweller is the clear winner for me. I prefer the look, unique complication and I'll always choose full bracelet over strap (personal preference).

30 June 2024, 10:02 PM	#19
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 45,723	The Sky-Dweller on Jubilee for me and I have owned the YM42 in WG several times. I would do either the black or white dial SD and save quite a bit and have a technically more interesting watch. I just can not get use to a PM on rubber. Does not work as well for me.

30 June 2024, 11:46 PM	#20
DoricSpiker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,303	Sky dweller. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yesterday, 12:18 AM	#22
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,642	You'll be able to tell the time more easily on the YM, if that helps. But...seriously. You couldn't have picked two more different time pieces. They each have their own vibe and you just have to figure which one is yours. Good luck,

Yesterday, 01:37 AM	#23
Seddyspaghetti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Uranus Watch: 116500LN Posts: 4,697	Flip a coin. Can’t go wrong with either. If i had to choose btwn the two id go with the ym2. As much as i love the SkyD, it is just too thick and blingy for every day wear for me whereas the ym2 id wear to more occasions.

Yesterday, 05:39 AM	#29
Rolexforthewin "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Far far away! Posts: 270	Blue Sky on jubilee!

Yesterday, 05:51 AM	#30
Linuxpenguins "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: UK Watch: SD4k - Sky D Posts: 759	Blue SkyD, Jubilee. Get the first version, if you can.. the 326934 :) __________________ ♛ Sea Dweller 4000 (SD4k) - Ref:116600 ♛ Sky Dweller - Ref: 326934-0004 Ω Swatch X Omega Mission to Jupiter (SO33C100)

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