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Most of them today... I wouldn't wear on JJ's wrist.
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Cellini's what's that about...
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Anything but this.
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For me is the old yatchmaster. The bezel size, it's ......... something is weird and not suitable with the watch
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Read on (from Le Journal de la haute Horlogerie): Rolex Yacht-Master II: the watch that speaks volumes about brand strategy Some products say far more about a brand’s strategy than any amount of executive declarations, in particular when discretion is their forte. In this sense, the Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II, which Rolex unveiled at BaselWorld, will undoubtedly be seen as turning a new corner. Michel Jeannot* Let’s start with the product: the Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II regatta chronograph is the first watch to have a programmable countdown feature with a mechanical memory. The countdown can be programmed for 0 to 10 minutes. In the company’s own words, "This new horological complication is heir to all of Rolex’s watchmaking know-how and benefits from the vertical integration carried out by the company over the last 10 years. A unique interaction between the movement, the case and the bezel makes the Yacht-Master II a completely new creation, a new-generation watch." It is equipped with the new 4160 movement, entirely designed and manufactured by Rolex and whose 360 components include a blue PARACHROM® balance-spring with a Breguet overcoil, up to ten times more shock-resistant and unaffected by magnetic fields. The first thing this launch tells us is Rolex’s determination to move into the world of complications, a word which the Genevan Manufacture, despite being renowned for its chronographs, had until now banished from its vocabulary. Such a clear signal implies that Rolex intends extending its scope over the coming years, rather than to go on allowing its competitors the monopoly on complications. While no-one at Rolex would put it so bluntly, an outside observer will understand that the Genevan firm is getting tired of hearing rival brands make a lot of fuss over - sometimes - very little. A philosophy of quality and reliability Until now, Rolex has refused to talk about "complications" because the term was associated with noble, but often fragile, functions and this runs counter to the philosophy of quality and reliability advocated by the brand. Hence the company is going to great lengths to explain that the new Yacht-Master II complies with the same quality standards as the rest of its production. The 35,000 hours of research and development that went into this regatta watch are the first guarantee. Another important lesson is the interaction between the Ring Command bezel and the movement to programme the countdown function. That the first complication from Rolex should incorporate this dual element certainly isn’t by chance. Rather it is an elegant way of reminding the world of the high level of vertical integration at the firm. While many of the firms laying claim to the title "Manufacture" over recent years produce only the movement, Rolex steps in to remind us that the capacity to manufacture external elements is no less essential. A special relationship with the sea Finally, by unveiling this model just a few days before the Louis Vuitton Cup, the prelude to the America’s Cup with its impressive line-up of watch brands, Rolex makes clear its long-standing association with the yachting world. In its own words, the Yacht-Master II "is born of the longstanding relationship that Rolex enjoys with the sea, sailing and the mysteries of the deep. It perpetuates the supremacy of the Oyster, designed to resist water and conquer the elements." Clearly then, the Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II regatta chronograph marks the beginning of a new era at Rolex. More reactive, more dynamic, more communicative, more complicated, but always measuring up to the same standards of reliability that have helped build the Genevan giant’s reputation. ■ *BIPH © 2007 All rights reserved |
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Real Name: Jorge
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Milgauss, because of the second hand, blah
and YMII, so over priced WOW
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Any model that had the bezel numbers replaced with gemstones. The watch loses all its designed functionality. Bling = BLAH!!!
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Daytona
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milgauss, or anything with tons of diamonds
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Mine would have to be a 34 mm DATE model way back in the early '80s. Just too damned small!!
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For me its the Deep Sea..........just too chunky for my wrist.
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I would say Milgauss .
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Although I do long to be vertically integrated, I do not love the C/Master but really my least favorite is the date-just with a jubilee band. I don't know why I just don't like the J-band. I really like the explorer 1 and I like the date just sans Jubilee bracelet - to me the jubilee is just to glitzy.
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one more vote for ss/plat YM
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Yachmaster II... yechhh!
Deep Sea is ok just not for me.. Though I will dispute the "real world application" comments. Visit the COMEX website for their current depth record. |
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My apologies for hijacking, but as little as I care for it's looks, the YMII is a technical marvel and a major achievement in watchmaking. Patrick
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i hate jubilee bands as well, they feel cheap to me
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Any of the designer Daytonas - i.e. Leopard, Beach...
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A Domino's Air King
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cellini?
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Bling? You can't handle the Bling!
For those of you who want to fly in your G5 (chartered I'm sure) and rest assured that you will not pull a Steve Fossett. Just be sure to hide this puppy in the hotel safe if you find yourself with a woman of the night.
(My apologies to the salesman whose email I have stolen this description from.) Gents 18K Yellow gold bREITLING Emergency, from a limited production of 10 pieces, on 18K Yellow gold Professional bracelet, with flip lock clasp, bi-directional rotating bezel with compass points and degree indications, bezel, bracelet, case lugs and sides are factory set with 4.78 ct of diamonds, case diameter 44mm case; quartz movement with multifunction capacities, and emergency micro transmiter; dark gray diamond dial with luminescent hands and Arabic numerals and digital displays; carrying case with all manuals and booklets, and certification for limited production and diamond pieces. Watch retailed for approximately $80,000. Awesome condition. The micro-transmitter enables close-range location of pilots or passengers after a crash or forced landing. The Emergency has been approved for sale in the US by the FAA and the FCC. An unprecedented technological breakthrough, the Emergency watch doubles as a personal survival wrist instrument. When activated, the transmitter inside the watch broadcasts nonstop on the international distress frequency. The transmitter has a 48 Hour Power reserve and can operate in extreme temperatures. the range of the signal varies depending on the terrain and conditions: on flat terrain, a search aircraft flying at 20,000 feet can pick up the signal up to 100 miles way.. Breitling Retail was ~$80,000. Dealer is SELLING for $35,000... |
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[QUOTE=AL7273;828224]For those of you who want to fly in your G5 (chartered I'm sure) and rest assured that you will not pull a Steve Fossett. Just be sure to hide this puppy in the hotel safe if you find yourself with a woman of the night.
(My apologies to the salesman whose email I have stolen this description from.) [I]QUOTE] AARGH!! MY RETINAS!!!!! ![]()
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I find them all repulsive except for the Sports Series .....
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