Rolex 126655 RG YM40 - surprised how nice it is

[007_Omega]

It’s one of my favorite Rolex models, although I don’t own it. I have a small wrist, so buying grey and getting the correct strap seems like a hassle. Anyone know if Rolex will let you buy a smaller strap, if you bring the watch to them?


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[Hollie_Rollie]

It’s a nice looking watch. If my collection was solidified and I had some discretionary income I’d pick one up on the secondary market for a discount.


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[MannyMann]

YM is definitely a keeper, it's such a great reference.

[ap1]

Originally Posted by 007_Omega

It’s one of my favorite Rolex models, although I don’t own it. I have a small wrist, so buying grey and getting the correct strap seems like a hassle. Anyone know if Rolex will let you buy a smaller strap, if you bring the watch to them?


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At a RSC sure

[jb335]

It’s a really nice watch.

During peak Covid prices I thought this was one of the best value buys. Never soared like the others.

I think it wears very well, and I like it much more than the larger YG and WG YMs on OF.


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[JSolution]

Originally Posted by 1st amg

I tried it on numerous times and have been offered it to me by the AD. I wanted to love it so I could add it, but something kept holding me back. I can’t put my finger on it. But Roger, you do you!


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I had exact same experience. I don’t know what it is but something held me back from buying it. I mean actually now I wouldn’t full stop because I don’t like OF. But it’s really nice to look at.

[APhound]

I got one of the very first ones when it came out. Loved it! It had to go on trade when I got my rg meteorite on oysterflex but tbh I’d probably reverse that whole deal if I could. I miss the ym. I’ll prob add a wg or yg 42 and try that bc I always did think it could be a little bigger.


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[justdate]

Unfortunately Underwhelming

[Rollieo]

Originally Posted by 1st amg

I tried it on numerous times and have been offered it to me by the AD. I wanted to love it so I could add it, but something kept holding me back. I can’t put my finger on it. But Roger, you do you!


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Originally Posted by JSolution

I had exact same experience. I don’t know what it is but something held me back from buying it. I mean actually now I wouldn’t full stop because I don’t like OF. But it’s really nice to look at.

Same for me.

What’s holding me back is that while it has a really nice design, it’s not an “everyday” design, and actually a somewhat limited design in terms of use.

A lot of Rolexes are pieces that you can wear all the time - this YM RG40 has a color scheme that is quite unique, rose gold case along with rose gold accents give vintage old money vibes. Feels somewhat out of place in many situations. At least for me, while it’s a super cool piece, not really my vibe 90% of the time.

[ArtNouveau]

It’s one of the few gold pieces I really like but I can’t rationalize the price.

[daveeblows]

Love my RG YM, deffinetly a keeper & my favorite sport Rolex!


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[Kt92]

I’ve loved this ever since it first came out and I was able to try it on. The ceramic with the rose gold is goegeous and yet not flashy because it’s hiding under the bezel, but it would go with/balance out my jewelry on the my left wrist - I wear a lot of rose gold Cartier. I just couldn’t spend that much at that time, plus I already have the platinum YM and I won’t get rid of that given its personal significance to me, so not sure how to justify this one. But still thinking about it!! It’s so elegant looking!

[jcdevoe26]

Originally Posted by 007_Omega

It’s one of my favorite Rolex models, although I don’t own it. I have a small wrist, so buying grey and getting the correct strap seems like a hassle. Anyone know if Rolex will let you buy a smaller strap, if you bring the watch to them?


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Rolex will certainly let you order straps as long as you have the correct watch. Also keep in mind the 126655 version has the mini-glidelock with 15mm of adjustment...that makes it much easier to get a correct fit.

[prnceofpersia23]

Originally Posted by 007_Omega

It’s one of my favorite Rolex models, although I don’t own it. I have a small wrist, so buying grey and getting the correct strap seems like a hassle. Anyone know if Rolex will let you buy a smaller strap, if you bring the watch to them?


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Some grey listings I’ve seen mention that other OF strap sizes are available.

[GreatCircle]

Sold mine, had an untouched older 116655 reference. Huge regret. So warm and unique in real life. Got the most compliments by far.
The matte black ceramic bezel with the polished numbers works so incredibly well, the absolute beauty of this combo in good daylight is just impossible to catch in pictures.

[Jackie Daytona]

I haven’t owned it, but definitely one of my favorite PM watches! Such a cool watch!

[Roger Lococco]

Thank you for all the inputs everyone. I put in my request today :)


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[Big Tex Rolex]

For me …

Rose Gold … no

Yachtmaster … no thank you

BUT …

I’ve seen this watch in person, and it is a REALLY good looking piece … I would definitely buy it, if offered by my AD.

[Rolexnabzy]

While waiting for delivery of my watch today had a chance to try this on, not really for me but loved the oysterflex fit and feel....

[Cru Jones]

Originally Posted by GreatCircle

Sold mine, had an untouched older 116655 reference. Huge regret. So warm and unique in real life. Got the most compliments by far.
The matte black ceramic bezel with the polished numbers works so incredibly well, the absolute beauty of this combo in good daylight is just impossible to catch in pictures.

Great photo!

One can always right a wrong with watches….. ;-)