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Singslinger · 26 September 2008, 01:44 PM

Assuming the two are priced similarly, then one way to look at it is this:

1) With the YM, you're paying for some platinum (a precious metal) which raises its intrinsic value while with the GMT, you're getting some ceramic (perhaps not as precious);

2) With the GMT, you're getting a new, upgraded movement and possibly a better bracelet and clasp;

3) The resale value of the YM is lower than the GMT because bezel replacement is expensive if badly scratched;

4) The YM is "dressier'' while the GMT is "sportier''.

I own the YM (bought in 2002) and plan to get the GMT before the end of the year, so I think both are great buys.

Ultimately, the decision will depend - as many have said before me - on which of the two "sings'' to you?

Boopie · 26 September 2008, 01:47 PM

I'm wearing my platinum/SS YM right now.

I noticed a lot of people prefer the GMT II because of its more modern features, but I don't know if that's important to you or not.

marcham · 26 September 2008, 01:58 PM

I will recommend you to go for the GMT

Tools · 26 September 2008, 02:07 PM

Get the watch that you want to wear every day.....

Don't let a bunch of opinionated forum tramps pick it for you..

(The GMT is probably the most versatile Rolex ever made)

Dylan Wade · 26 September 2008, 04:11 PM

Both great watches but GMTIIc would be my 1st, if not just because of the new clasp over the Plat.

Plat would make a stunning pair as #2

3starion · 26 September 2008, 04:23 PM

both are great watch, choose the one that can make your heartbeat faster!!

twnmango · 26 September 2008, 04:51 PM

I'd choose the Platty over the GMT IIc..but that's just me. I had many chances to get the GMT IIc in the past year....but passed up on it every single time. During that span, I have purchased a Milgauss, Coke GMT II, Sub LV, SD, SS Daytona..etc. Don't get me wrong, I do like it (as well as every other Rolex model), but in no hurry to get one now since it just came out in 2007. Btw, I like the TT version more than the SS...

I also own a Platty, purchased in 2002. It gets the most wristtime because it's a perfect blend of Sport, Dress, and BLING!!

whitelines · 26 September 2008, 07:30 PM

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome!

ronin7 · 26 September 2008, 07:35 PM

welcome to trf.hope you have as much fun reading the musings of fellow junkies as i do!! for what its worth the gmt would get my vote

swatty · 26 September 2008, 07:54 PM

GMT this month , YM in a couple of months

Thats what TRF does to you

topcat30093 · 26 September 2008, 07:58 PM

My personal choice would be for the GMT IIc.
As I have owed one before, its a very nice looking watch, but just be mindful of the polished links & clasp.

GMTII Owner · 26 September 2008, 08:46 PM

Easy call in my book.

John

seantk · 26 September 2008, 09:42 PM

GMT IIC. It is a very nice watch and very practical

Sean

Trurolexer · 26 September 2008, 09:50 PM

GMT II-C.

Oh yeah and...WELCOME TO TRF!!!

Oscar · 26 September 2008, 11:32 PM

SS GMTIIc all the way..............Bought mine today and a great watch...........

GBJIV · 26 September 2008, 11:35 PM

GMT was my first! Wearing it right now. I do love it. I also have the platty - I love it - It is probably me least used Rolex.

Rolex997 · 27 September 2008, 12:38 AM

Both are great but you are starting to see more and more of the new GMT's out there. The YM's are less common which I like...plus it's a little more "bling". If you are buying new or for resale considerations...GMT, pre-owned YM. Just my opinion....buy what you like best...

View Poll Results: Which Rolex from the 2 options please?
S/S GMTIIc Ceramic	104	74.82%
Yacht-Master Platinum S/S 166622	35	25.18%
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26 September 2008, 02:07 PM	#34
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,346	Get the watch that you want to wear every day..... Don't let a bunch of opinionated forum tramps pick it for you.. (The GMT is probably the most versatile Rolex ever made) __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

26 September 2008, 07:58 PM	#41
topcat30093 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: England Posts: 5,435	My personal choice would be for the GMT IIc. As I have owed one before, its a very nice looking watch, but just be mindful of the polished links & clasp. __________________

26 September 2008, 08:46 PM	#42
GMTII Owner "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: John Location: Nashville, TN Watch: S/S GMT Master IIc Posts: 1,210	Easy call in my book. John __________________

26 September 2008, 09:42 PM	#43
seantk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Sean Location: West Florida Posts: 2,671	GMT IIC. It is a very nice watch and very practical Sean __________________ "Life is frittered away with detail... simplify, simplify!" Henry D. Thoreau

26 September 2008, 01:44 PM	#31
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	Assuming the two are priced similarly, then one way to look at it is this: 1) With the YM, you're paying for some platinum (a precious metal) which raises its intrinsic value while with the GMT, you're getting some ceramic (perhaps not as precious); 2) With the GMT, you're getting a new, upgraded movement and possibly a better bracelet and clasp; 3) The resale value of the YM is lower than the GMT because bezel replacement is expensive if badly scratched; 4) The YM is "dressier'' while the GMT is "sportier''. I own the YM (bought in 2002) and plan to get the GMT before the end of the year, so I think both are great buys. Ultimately, the decision will depend - as many have said before me - on which of the two "sings'' to you?

26 September 2008, 01:47 PM	#32
Boopie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 3,854	I'm wearing my platinum/SS YM right now. I noticed a lot of people prefer the GMT II because of its more modern features, but I don't know if that's important to you or not.

26 September 2008, 01:58 PM	#33
marcham "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 48	I will recommend you to go for the GMT

26 September 2008, 04:11 PM	#35
Dylan Wade Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC, Canada Watch: EXP II Posts: 545	Both great watches but GMTIIc would be my 1st, if not just because of the new clasp over the Plat. Plat would make a stunning pair as #2

26 September 2008, 04:23 PM	#36
3starion Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: antony Location: Indonesia Posts: 19	both are great watch, choose the one that can make your heartbeat faster!!

26 September 2008, 04:51 PM	#37
twnmango "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Irvine, CA, USA Posts: 81	I'd choose the Platty over the GMT IIc..but that's just me. I had many chances to get the GMT IIc in the past year....but passed up on it every single time. During that span, I have purchased a Milgauss, Coke GMT II, Sub LV, SD, SS Daytona..etc. Don't get me wrong, I do like it (as well as every other Rolex model), but in no hurry to get one now since it just came out in 2007. Btw, I like the TT version more than the SS... I also own a Platty, purchased in 2002. It gets the most wristtime because it's a perfect blend of Sport, Dress, and BLING!!

26 September 2008, 07:30 PM	#38
whitelines "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: UK Posts: 2	Thanks everyone for the warm welcome!

26 September 2008, 07:35 PM	#39
ronin7 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: bucks uk Watch: green submariner Posts: 424	welcome to trf.hope you have as much fun reading the musings of fellow junkies as i do!! for what its worth the gmt would get my vote

26 September 2008, 07:54 PM	#40
swatty 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,409	GMT this month , YM in a couple of months Thats what TRF does to you

26 September 2008, 09:50 PM	#44
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	GMT II-C. Oh yeah and...WELCOME TO TRF!!!

26 September 2008, 11:32 PM	#45
Oscar "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Michael Location: Melb, Australia Watch: SS GMTIIC Posts: 1,350	SS GMTIIc all the way..............Bought mine today and a great watch...........

26 September 2008, 11:35 PM	#46
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	GMT was my first! Wearing it right now. I do love it. I also have the platty - I love it - It is probably me least used Rolex. __________________ Jackson

27 September 2008, 12:38 AM	#47
Rolex997 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 49	Both are great but you are starting to see more and more of the new GMT's out there. The YM's are less common which I like...plus it's a little more "bling". If you are buying new or for resale considerations...GMT, pre-owned YM. Just my opinion....buy what you like best...

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