Please TRF No "Bling" when referring to the Yacht Master

[Bisquitlips]

Originally Posted by Tony-GB

I hate to say this about anything man made (apart from Catherine Zeta Jones), but that is a beautiful Yacht Master, Richard.

Thank you! I have to admit this thing grows on me daily.

[James T]

Originally Posted by shoppy

I am not sure bling is diamond, rolex do some very classy diamond dials.

bling is defined in the dictionary as something flashy, ostentatious jewelry...

[Chris B]

Anyone that has the slightest minuscule reservation about a YM shouldn't have one (just blame the bling we'll understand lol) it's how it feels/sits on ones wrist that matters

Saying that I know a guy that could wear an Armani suit & he'd still look a sack of sh*te tied up with string

[Dan Pierce]

Tony,
I'm late to this party. Your YM was the first one I've ever had a chance to try on. It's a beautiful watch, can be easily dressed up or down, and has a flair all it's own. And if you would've had just a few more pints it could have been in my pocket!!
dP

[KJacques]

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Top one is my Serti GMT. Diamonds and Rubies.

This is an interesting thing because I like that dial on the GMT. It really seems to work well on that watch and the GMT's coloring. But in the same breath, I have to say I don't like the same thing on a sub. I saw one on an older man at the gym today (geez, why do I say that. I am that older man now ) and do not think it works at all on the Sub. But then I'm a sub purist and like the tough understated look of that watch.

[Boopie]

The SS/platinum YM is not "bling." It is a very classy watch. Plus...I think the polished center link pre-dates the word "bling."

The SS GMT II with the polished center link is not "bling," either.

"Bling" doesn't mean "shiny" or even "diamond." If that were the case, then every diamond engagement ring would be "bling," right?

Context is also important. While few would call a gold Daytona "bling," if a movie star or rapper put one on the wrist of, say, their 10 year old kid, then the watch might be "bling."

[JJ Irani]

When you watch those old Tom & Jerry cartoons, the diamonds usually make the sound "BLING".......and that's probably how the name BLING originated!!!

[Nigel Tufnel]

"Bling"-no, Flashy, yes. I don't care for the word bling, but since you brought up the issue, what is a YM? It is basically a Submariner with polished links and case and a fancier dial, and a count-up bezel similar to that of a Submariner, right? So, is it a dressed up Submariner or is it a tool watch?

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Nigel Tufnel

"Bling"-no, Flashy, yes. I don't care for the word bling, but since you brought up the issue, what is a YM? It is basically a Submariner with polished links and case and a fancier dial, and a count-up bezel similar to that of a Submariner, right? So, is it a dressed up Submariner or is it a tool watch?

I like to call it a very dressy sports watch!!

[Nigel Tufnel]

Well said, JJ, and I agree! Versatile as well, wouldn't you agree?

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Nigel Tufnel

Well said, JJ, and I agree! Versatile as well, wouldn't you agree?

Versatile? Oh yes, Nigel......if you call a bunch of beautiful girls bending over to have a closer look at it!!

[Tony-GB]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Tony,
I'm late to this party. Your YM was the first one I've ever had a chance to try on. It's a beautiful watch, can be easily dressed up or down, and has a flair all it's own. And if you would've had just a few more pints it could have been in my pocket!!
dP

Thanks Dan.

[James T]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I like to call it a very dressy sports watch!!

Yeah, a VERY dressy sports watch that looks like a TAG HEUER....

[karmatp]

Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

This ain't no bling! This is a tool watch!!

No offense my friend, that is a pretty watch but by no means is that a "tool" watch. That definitely falls into the "dress" category IMHO.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by karmatp

No offense my friend, that is a pretty watch but by no means is that a "tool" watch. That definitely falls into the "dress" category IMHO.

Agreed.....that's too flashy and too beautiful to be even remotely considered as a TOOL!!

[Nigel Tufnel]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Versatile? Oh yes, Nigel......if you call a bunch of beautiful girls bending over to have a closer look at it!!

Better yet, but then that leads to an entirely new discussion as to what, exactly, constitutes a "tool"! ;)

[Nigel Tufnel]

Originally Posted by Bisquitlips

This ain't no bling! This is a tool watch!!

Richard, is it safe for us to assume that watch now belongs to your wife? If she was my wife, she would have no intention of giving it back.

[B Square]

Bling?

[Goodwatch]

I understand your point of view. Bling stands for ostentatious and lack of taste. But a diamond encrusted platinum President is, to some, 'bling'. And Rolex S.A happily caters to that need for bling. You mentioned Jacob & Co. They also sell a watch that may not be everyone's taste and, according to JJ, looks like a gas meter but is actually an extraordinary piece of high-end watch making. To such an extend that I don't see Rolex doing the same. So much for the gaudy Jacob & Co.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by B Square

Bling?

Holy crap.....that looks like a Mag wheel!!

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

I understand your point of view. Bling stands for ostentatious and lack of taste. But a diamond encrusted platinum President is, to some, 'bling'. And Rolex S.A happily caters to that need for bling. You mentioned Jacob & Co. They also sell a watch that may not everyone's taste and, according to JJ, looks like a gas meter but is actually an extraordinary piece of high-end watch making. To such an extend that I don't see Rolex doing the same. So much for the gaudy Jacob & Co.

Oh boy!! My bloody gas meter has better aesthetics than that!!

[jdc]

Originally Posted by Tony-GB

Hi all

Please, please, stop referring to the Platinum/SS Yacht Master as bling.

Bling, to me, is tacky, gawdy cheap & nasty, and the Yacht Master is anything but.

I know it blurs the line between tool & dressy, but It's not a gawdy Jacob or Muller with a cheap movement & simpy dressed with diamonds to appeal to people who know nothing about watches & timepieces.

It has a movement with impeccable pedigree, has an amazing sense of occasion and can be used for shooting, sailing, cycling or even in the office(!).

It ain't no mongrel half breed.

It is supremely comfortable and can be worn when meeting British Prime Minister's, in the gym or going for a stroll in the park, to relax.

Please excuse my first TRF rant, but to categorize something as "bling" (to me) means it is cheap & tacky.

The very best of health to you all & your families & loved ones

Viva La TRF! The superior watch forum


Tony

Tony I must admit when I handled and tried on your Platty at the London GTG I really liked it. Its quite slim on the wrist, seemed comfortable and was a lot more classy than I thought. The only thing I was not too sure about was the legibility of the dial, but that is probably my poor eyesight. Nice watch

[Quicksilver]

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

I understand your point of view. Bling stands for ostentatious and lack of taste. But a diamond encrusted platinum President is, to some, 'bling'. And Rolex S.A happily caters to that need for bling. You mentioned Jacob & Co. They also sell a watch that may not be everyone's taste and, according to JJ, looks like a gas meter but is actually an extraordinary piece of high-end watch making. To such an extend that I don't see Rolex doing the same. So much for the gaudy Jacob & Co.

Errrr....what time is it

That must be part of the definition of bling. Where the bling and stylistic eccentricities interfere with function.

The YM is certainly not bling. As Tony says it has to much pedigree for that and is an exceptional watch.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by jdc

Tony I must admit when I handled and tried on your Platty at the London GTG I really liked it. Its quite slim on the wrist, seemed comfortable and was a lot more classy than I thought. The only thing I was not too sure about was the legibility of the dial, but that is probably my poor eyesight. Nice watch

It's pretty legible in natural light, Martin....and even at night.

But in poor light, it's not as good as say the Sub or GMT.

JJ

[Goodwatch]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Oh boy!! My bloody gas meter has better aesthetics than that!!

So you don't like it?

[RossInIllinois]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Oh boy!! My bloody gas meter has better aesthetics than that!!

That I would not call Bling. Thats UGLY period.

[Goodwatch]

Originally Posted by RossInIllinois

That I would not call Bling. Thats UGLY period.

Yep, all $285,000 of it

[jdc]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

It's pretty legible in natural light, Martin....and even at night.

But in poor light, it's not as good as say the Sub or GMT.

JJ

Well it was in a pub after a few Guinness, and it is a beauty

[Goodwatch]

Originally Posted by Quicksilver

Errrr....what time is it

That must be part of the definition of bling. Where the bling and stylistic eccentricities interfere with function.

The YM is certainly not bling. As Tony says it has to much pedigree for that and is an exceptional watch.

So this is bling?

[Bisquitlips]

Originally Posted by Nigel Tufnel

Richard, is it safe for us to assume that watch now belongs to your wife? If she was my wife, she would have no intention of giving it back.

Now now! YM is a tool watch! No diamonds!