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Old 7 July 2011, 01:06 AM   #91
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Nice pics. You were really able to bring the reds out
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Old 7 July 2011, 03:30 AM   #92
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Old 24 July 2011, 05:14 PM   #93
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SUPER Review!!!

Does the "rolexrolexrolex" in the bezel come only in the 40mm? Or does it also come in the 35mm and 29mm?

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Old 6 September 2011, 05:01 AM   #94
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Old 17 September 2011, 12:27 AM   #95
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Old 25 January 2012, 02:01 PM   #96
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Old 20 March 2012, 12:37 PM   #97
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Greetings,

I am new to this site and am considering a new 2 tone Yachtmaster. It was mentioned that the center links were solid in the Platinum version, but my AD said the bracelet in the 2 tone has not been upgraded to the solid center links. Is he blowing smoke up my you know what?

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Old 20 March 2012, 08:26 PM   #98
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your AD is right. the new model two tone version hasnt come out yet. the clasp and bracelet is still the old one
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Old 3 May 2012, 01:24 AM   #99
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Hi everyone, I had a very interesting time reading all the informative contributions. I just bought my first Rolex, a SS/PL YM, last month from an AD in Milan. My watch has the 'ROLEXROLEXROLEX' engraved ring. What I find confusing is that my warranty card list the serial no. as Y15xxxxx. I'm very curious about the 'shelf age' of my watch. Anyone can shed some light on this?

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Old 3 May 2012, 02:29 PM   #100
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Hi everyone, I had a very interesting time reading all the informative contributions. I just bought my first Rolex, a SS/PL YM, last month from an AD in Milan. My watch has the 'ROLEXROLEXROLEX' engraved ring. What I find confusing is that my warranty card list the serial no. as Y15xxxxx. I'm very curious about the 'shelf age' of my watch. Anyone can shed some light on this?

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you have the random serial already. that means they're the latest.
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Old 3 May 2012, 02:32 PM   #101
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Hi everyone, I had a very interesting time reading all the informative contributions. I just bought my first Rolex, a SS/PL YM, last month from an AD in Milan. My watch has the 'ROLEXROLEXROLEX' engraved ring. What I find confusing is that my warranty card list the serial no. as Y15xxxxx. I'm very curious about the 'shelf age' of my watch. Anyone can shed some light on this?

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8 total digits means it's a random serial..This is the latest numbering system and means your watch is the latest off the press from Rolex!!
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Old 3 May 2012, 07:10 PM   #102
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The YM is the first Rolex that ever sang to me...so here goes:

My YM Duo:


Our his & hers:


Two Men and a Lady:
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Old 25 June 2012, 08:27 AM   #103
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Just got a nice mint 2nd hand 16622 today. LOVE IT! Actually was choosing between the YM and a Royal Oak 15300, but I found the RO a bit too formal or serious looking. In other words, not "me." Well, not yet anyway. Maybe when I'm older. Lol

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Old 19 August 2012, 09:23 PM   #104
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I enjoyed the review and pictures very informative. I'm leaning towards the YM as my next purchase. Thanks!
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Old 20 August 2012, 04:50 AM   #105
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These photos inspire horological lust. I must start saving for one of these as soon as my last Rolex is paid for.
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Old 25 August 2012, 11:28 PM   #106
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Great info...and great pictures. I think my wife would love a 35mm YM.
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Yes, me too, buddy...............this is what the dial should look like - Platinum blasted!!
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I have "upgraded" from a Ladies DJ to a 35mm YM...and I'm never looking back!
When deciding between a midsize and full size one, I noticed that the 40mm's dial did not Sparkle...and side by side could not hold a candle to the 35mm's sandblasted dial.
I'm wondering if there is anyone out there who would actually prefer the look of the smoother dial on the YM...
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Old 25 August 2012, 11:48 PM   #107
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I have "upgraded" from a Ladies DJ to a 35mm YM...and I'm never looking back!
When deciding between a midsize and full size one, I noticed that the 40mm's dial did not Sparkle...and side by side could not hold a candle to the 35mm's sandblasted dial.
I'm wondering if there is anyone out there who would actually prefer the look of the smoother dial on the YM...
The 40mm dial of the YM I tried on (and am buying) has an irridescent sparkle.
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Old 26 August 2012, 01:14 AM   #108
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Just to inform you that the YM 2010 (new serial) has a smoother dial....
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Nice macro...............but how come the dial is looking so smooth?



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I had YM "V4xxxxx" and my new "random" around my wrist last week and I remarked directly the difference.
Its like "sandpaper" where it went from extra fine to super fine.
(it's not completely smooth, see my second picture with flash.)
Hi Philip,
"sparcky's post about the smoother finished dial represents what I saw at my AD; There must be some newer YMasters-2010, which have this finish.
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Old 26 August 2012, 01:52 AM   #109
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Agree the irridescent dial is sexier. Super detail in the pic above!
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Old 17 September 2012, 08:44 AM   #110
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My M series midsize TT YM with blue dial
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Old 26 October 2012, 06:16 AM   #111
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my 18k yachtmaster with the mop face, and rubies. ...but a beautiful piece no less

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Old 18 November 2012, 09:49 PM   #112
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Great pictures and review.
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Old 19 November 2012, 08:28 AM   #113
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I am considering a YM, and was wondering the cost of the platinum dial if it needs to be replaced due to the lume or anything else, along with the bezel.

Since they are both platinum I was wondering how much a service could cost as I decide on my 1st Rolex purchase!!!




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Old 13 March 2013, 09:07 AM   #114
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I am considering a YM, and was wondering the cost of the platinum dial if it needs to be replaced due to the lume or anything else, along with the bezel.

Since they are both platinum I was wondering how much a service could cost as I decide on my 1st Rolex purchase!!!




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I asked about the bezel at the local rsc and the lady said they'll send it to Geneva to have it restored all for free. This would likely take a few months tho.

Not sure about the dial.

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Old 1 July 2013, 06:27 PM   #115
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Can I change brecelet between 16622 and 116622. Want to have the new brecelet on my old 16622.
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Old 2 July 2013, 06:20 PM   #116
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Can I change brecelet between 16622 and 116622. Want to have the new brecelet on my old 16622.
I tried GMT IIc (116710) Braclet witch similiar to the 116622 bracelet and it fitted perfectly to the 16622
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Old 3 August 2013, 08:25 AM   #117
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And then came this one...
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Old 20 August 2013, 08:43 AM   #118
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I'm really impressed with the quality of these Rolex Yachtmaster images. especially like the photo that showcases the lume.
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Old 3 September 2013, 12:07 AM   #119
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Can anyone confirm which year or what serial number prefix they started making the solid links on the bracelet? I've read 2008, then 2010... Getting some conflicting answers!
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Old 6 September 2013, 12:13 PM   #120
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The ss yachtmaster has always had solid links
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