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Old 21 October 2008, 07:17 AM   #31
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To me the SS PL YM is a Sub & then some, hope I'll always regard it this way

Here's a gratuitous of my son's guys (still dressed), absolutely stunning





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Old 21 October 2008, 07:19 AM   #32
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Regardless of the movement, I just wanted to point out that Jacob rips off Cartier.

"In November 24, 2004 Cartier filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Arabo [Jacob and Company], claiming he took Cartier watches and added diamonds, then resold them without permission."
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:21 AM   #33
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For example take a good look at the out going sea dweller and compare it to the new one. The new one is all blinged up. Rolex is wrecking its reputation falling for this trendy blingy flashy look.
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I must respectfully disagree. The new Deep Sea isn't blinged up at all, but pumped up. That is a big difference in my book.

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Old 21 October 2008, 07:22 AM   #34
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I must respectfully disagree. The new Deep Sea isn't blinged up at all, but pumped up. That is a big difference in my book.

Agreed...100%. Definitely bigger and heavier, but no bling at all!!
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:22 AM   #35
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:22 AM   #36
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Jacob & Co use quartz movements that's cheap in my book!


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Old 21 October 2008, 07:24 AM   #37
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The ss/plat is sheer class- i tried it on recently- just so classy and refined i thought. But the clasp was a let down after wearing a GMT IIc and milgauss but hopefully that will be updated soon
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:24 AM   #38
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This is an interesting thread, Tony.....thanks for starting it up!!
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:25 AM   #39
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I call that BLING! comared to the other sport watches Rolex makes. Unfortunately that bling seems to be creeping into all the new models even the poor DateJust. Rolex should change the name of the watch when its re styled to look nothing like the original form and Rappers start lining up to buy them!
For me it's vintage all the way. But, there is a natural progression that is good; be it life; watches; cars; and such. I embrace change and new design and style for two reasons. Change brings in fresh ideas and new customers to the fold, and; it helps me decide what I like by offering different choices.
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:26 AM   #40
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Sorry I have to agree with Tony, how is the deep sea blinged? This is a few photos of Markes Deep sea.

Hope you do not mind Marke.
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:26 AM   #41
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I must respectfully disagree. The new Deep Sea isn't blinged up at all, but pumped up. That is a big difference in my book.

You say Tomato I say Tomaato........
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:27 AM   #42
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The ss/plat is sheer class- i tried it on recently- just so classy and refined i thought. But the clasp was a let down after wearing a GMT IIc and milgauss but hopefully that will be updated soon
Yes Chris, you are right. The clasp needs to be like a Daytona. After all, the Yacht Master has a triplock crown like the daytona, so why no clasp...?
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:27 AM   #43
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How about diamonds on the dial?
Boy, that's a head scratcher. A DD or DJ with maybe a black dial looks elegant. But on a Submariner dial? That makes me cringe.
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:28 AM   #44
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This is an interesting thread, Tony.....thanks for starting it up!!

Cheers JJ!

I just got so p!ssed off when the Yacht Master is referred to as "bling", which to me, cheapens the watch.
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:28 AM   #45
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:31 AM   #46
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This ain't no bling! This is a tool watch!!

I hate to say this about anything man made (apart from Catherine Zeta Jones), but that is a beautiful Yacht Master, Richard.
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Old 21 October 2008, 07:32 AM   #47
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I have a Plat/Stainless Yachtmaster and a GMT IIc. The yachtmaster is a more comfortable watch on my wrist. The case is more rounded and seems to fit my wrist better. I enjoy both watches. The GMT IIc is my daily wearer. The YM is for a dressy look.

I would not consider either of them "Bling"
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Boy, that's a head scratcher. A DD or DJ with maybe a black dial looks elegant. But on a Submariner dial? That makes me cringe.

I agree 90%. I have a DJ, Black Dial, Diamonds and you notice the sparkle from the white gold bezel insert before the diamond dial. I also agree with you on diamonds on a SUB, except for a Serti dial. I have a GMT with a Serti dial and I do like the look. Of course the dial is not black and that does make a difference. My question was not a trick question, but with my response I see that you could take it that way. I did know I would get your honest opinion and I like that.
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I agree 90%. I have a DJ, Black Dial, Diamonds and you notice the sparkle from the white gold bezel insert before the diamond dial. I also agree with you on diamonds on a SUB, except for a Serti dial. I have a GMT with a Serti dial and I do like the look. Of course the dial is not black and that does make a difference. My question was not a trick question, but with my response I see that you could take it that way. I did know I would get your honest opinion and I like that.

Forgive me Bubba, but what's a SERTI dial...?

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I have a Plat/Stainless Yachtmaster and a GMT IIc. The yachtmaster is a more comfortable watch on my wrist. The case is more rounded and seems to fit my wrist better. I enjoy both watches. The GMT IIc is my daily wearer. The YM is for a dressy look.

I would not consider either of them "Bling"
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I have a Plat/Stainless Yachtmaster and a GMT IIc. The yachtmaster is a more comfortable watch on my wrist. The case is more rounded and seems to fit my wrist better. I enjoy both watches. The GMT IIc is my daily wearer. The YM is for a dressy look.

I would not consider either of them "Bling"
Get a daytona classp or GMT IIC clap and then you will really be in comfort heaven
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This ain't no bling! This is a tool watch!!

Yes it is a tool watch with a MOP dial!
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bling to me is something with diamonds, so, no i wouldn't call a YM bling...
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Get a daytona classp or GMT IIC clap and then you will really be in comfort heaven
The GMTIIC clasp IS the new daytona clasp



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bling to me is something with diamonds, so, no i wouldn't call a YM bling...
100% agree. By definition, bling=diamonds!
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Forgive me Bubba, but what's a SERTI dial...?

I know I'm almost up to 1,000, but I'M STILL A NOOB...!!
Top one is my Serti GMT. Diamonds and Rubies.

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Yes it is a tool watch with a MOP dial!
Just remember where that MOP came from. Some mollusk had to give up it's home for that dial!!
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I am not sure bling is diamond, rolex do some very classy diamond dials.
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Top one is my Serti GMT. Diamonds and Rubies.

Hmmmmm... quite like the Serti, but also like the background!
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p.s., but I understood your post
Yes, I forgot they are in transition.
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