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MrVette · 2 September 2015, 03:04 AM

I am hoping for good advice to help me choose the better first Rolex between Submariner and Yachtmaster. I like both very much. I like to buy new and keep forever. Later I want to buy a JLC or similar dress watch on leather, so I may not get back to a second Rolex for some time. What's a better start in a collection? Sub or YM?

swils8610 · 2 September 2015, 03:08 AM

Personal preference. For me it would be the Sub. Classic and timeless Rolex.

beshannon · 2 September 2015, 03:13 AM

I would buy a Submariner.

You should try on some watches.

brandrea · 2 September 2015, 03:13 AM

The Sub is where I'd start without question.

cjrdude · 2 September 2015, 03:18 AM

Platinum yachtmaster...
Total pimp watch

minute_man · 2 September 2015, 03:19 AM

Welcome to TRF

Sub is the way to go.
Can't go wrong with it.
I would advise you to try some watches on as correctly mentioned above. And maybe you could give the GMT II c a try, yes I am a little biased, but it really did the trick for me as a first, versatile Rolex.

superdog · 2 September 2015, 03:19 AM

YM is far more versatile IMHO.

joli160 · 2 September 2015, 03:20 AM

I bought a YM at first, never regretted that

Nadim · 2 September 2015, 03:22 AM

Sub its a classic this is how i started
Good luck

SemperFi · 2 September 2015, 03:22 AM

Get the Sub...and welcome.

lee fowler · 2 September 2015, 03:24 AM

A Sub would be my choice and welcome.

REFZ · 2 September 2015, 03:38 AM

Only you can decide which watch you like the most so try them on both and make your decision.

tomcorkery · 2 September 2015, 03:41 AM

sub is my opinion

travisb · 2 September 2015, 03:42 AM

Of those two, Sub for me.

AS1 · 2 September 2015, 03:45 AM

Another vote for the Sub to start.

tkerrmd · 2 September 2015, 03:45 AM

GB-man · 2 September 2015, 03:52 AM

I much prefer the sub. Brushed bracelet and ceramic is perfect for daily wear

Manofsteelpt · 2 September 2015, 03:53 AM

SS/Pt Yachty is my choice... Welcome to TRF!

Duey · 2 September 2015, 03:53 AM

Subc

Kneecough · 2 September 2015, 03:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GB-man

I much prefer the sub. Brushed bracelet and ceramic is perfect for daily wear

Agreed.

tjbender · 2 September 2015, 04:05 AM

Sub/GMT are the most classic Rolex watches and will be better suited for hard use. That's where I would put my money for a first Rolex. Look for pre ceramic and there could be some good upside for you in the years to come.

Thatguy · 2 September 2015, 04:37 AM

Really can't go wrong either way. Flip a coin.

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eonflux · 2 September 2015, 04:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrVette

I am hoping for good advice to help me choose the better first Rolex between Submariner and Yachtmaster. I like both very much. I like to buy new and keep forever. Later I want to buy a JLC or similar dress watch on leather, so I may not get back to a second Rolex for some time. What's a better start in a collection? Sub or YM?

If you're already planning on a dress watch, then between the Sub and YM, I'd suggest the SubC.
It would be a sportier/more casual complement to a dress watch on a strap.

OmegaJJH · 2 September 2015, 04:40 AM

Sub C !

Tri-Tip · 2 September 2015, 04:42 AM

Either one makes for a great first Rolex. Go Sub if you want classic, go YM if you want something less common.

Tools · 2 September 2015, 04:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrVette

I am hoping for good advice to help me choose the better first Rolex between Submariner and Yachtmaster. I like both very much. I like to buy new and keep forever. Later I want to buy a JLC or similar dress watch on leather, so I may not get back to a second Rolex for some time. What's a better start in a collection? Sub or YM?

Only you can decide what is best for you.

Rolex addict · 2 September 2015, 04:54 AM

If you're really wanting to keep it forever, get what sings to you the most. If you think you may flip it one day, go for the Sub.

Ravager135 · 2 September 2015, 05:02 AM

It's funny you mention this because this was my original "this or that" when my parents offered to buy me my first Rolex. I really knew little about the brand at the time. I just knew I loved the look of the original 5 digit Yachtmaster. I went to an AD in Philadelphia where I was living at the time and ended up walking out with a Submariner Date.

In the long run, I wish I had picked something a little more unusual as my collection has grown since then. I added a ceramic Submariner a few years back and now my original piece feels redundant in my collection. If I picked up that Yachtmaster I would have a little more variety in my collection. I also regret not considering the GMT Master II at the time and passing up the LV Submariner. As a first Rolex I wanted something classic. Had I known more, I might have chosen something different.

My advice to you is this: if you think you are going to move on to other brands, or you think one Rolex is enough for you, get the Submariner Date. If you think you want to build a Rolex collection, go with something different. The Submariner will always be around and there is enough variety in the Submariner/dive collection that your tastes might evolve and you might end up loving the Sea Dweller more or perhaps the two tone Submariner Date. I learned that the simple classic (no date) Submariner was my ideal dive watch. I still love my older Submariner Date but it has definitely taken a back seat in my collection and will never be sold for sentimental reasons. It is in semi-retirement, worn sparingly, and will be passed down to a child someday.

This is just my experience. Hope it helps.

cop414 · 2 September 2015, 05:18 AM

Either would be great, try them on as well as one others then decide what sings most to you.

AK797 · 2 September 2015, 05:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eonflux

If you're already planning on a dress watch, then between the Sub and YM, I'd suggest the SubC.
It would be a sportier/more casual complement to a dress watch on a strap.

2 September 2015, 03:04 AM	#1
MrVette "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Chicago Posts: 2	Hello guys. Any advice on a perfect start? I am hoping for good advice to help me choose the better first Rolex between Submariner and Yachtmaster. I like both very much. I like to buy new and keep forever. Later I want to buy a JLC or similar dress watch on leather, so I may not get back to a second Rolex for some time. What's a better start in a collection? Sub or YM?

2 September 2015, 03:13 AM	#3
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	I would buy a Submariner. You should try on some watches. __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

2 September 2015, 03:19 AM	#7
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,825	YM is far more versatile IMHO. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

2 September 2015, 03:20 AM	#8
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,701	I bought a YM at first, never regretted that __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

2 September 2015, 03:38 AM	#12
REFZ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Martin Location: Netherlands Watch: The Rolex Way Posts: 1,471	Only you can decide which watch you like the most so try them on both and make your decision. __________________ 114060 - 116520 - 126334

2 September 2015, 03:08 AM	#2
swils8610 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,192	Personal preference. For me it would be the Sub. Classic and timeless Rolex.

2 September 2015, 03:13 AM	#4
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,521	The Sub is where I'd start without question.

2 September 2015, 03:18 AM	#5
cjrdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Chad Location: Iowa Watch: 114270 Posts: 15	Platinum yachtmaster... Total pimp watch

2 September 2015, 03:19 AM	#6
minute_man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Basil Location: Athens, GR Watch: BoctokKomandirskie Posts: 2,878	Welcome to TRF Sub is the way to go. Can't go wrong with it. I would advise you to try some watches on as correctly mentioned above. And maybe you could give the GMT II c a try, yes I am a little biased, but it really did the trick for me as a first, versatile Rolex.

2 September 2015, 03:22 AM	#9
Nadim "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Montreal Posts: 58	Sub its a classic this is how i started Good luck

2 September 2015, 03:22 AM	#10
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Get the Sub...and welcome.

2 September 2015, 03:24 AM	#11
lee fowler 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 2,549	A Sub would be my choice and welcome.

2 September 2015, 03:41 AM	#13
tomcorkery "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Corkery Location: westchester ny Watch: ap ro 15400 Posts: 502	sub is my opinion

2 September 2015, 03:42 AM	#14
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,342	Of those two, Sub for me.

2 September 2015, 03:45 AM	#15
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	Another vote for the Sub to start.

2 September 2015, 03:45 AM	#16
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123

2 September 2015, 03:52 AM	#17
GB-man 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,269	I much prefer the sub. Brushed bracelet and ceramic is perfect for daily wear

2 September 2015, 03:53 AM	#18
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	SS/Pt Yachty is my choice... Welcome to TRF!

2 September 2015, 03:53 AM	#19
Duey 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Duey Location: Maui Watch: Too Many To List Posts: 3,596	Subc

2 September 2015, 04:05 AM	#21
tjbender 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Tim Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 2,424	Sub/GMT are the most classic Rolex watches and will be better suited for hard use. That's where I would put my money for a first Rolex. Look for pre ceramic and there could be some good upside for you in the years to come.

2 September 2015, 04:37 AM	#22
Thatguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Wayne Location: California Watch: Rolex, PAM Posts: 3,302	Really can't go wrong either way. Flip a coin. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

2 September 2015, 04:40 AM	#24
OmegaJJH "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 6,668	Sub C !

2 September 2015, 04:42 AM	#25
Tri-Tip "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CA, USA Watch: Out!!! Posts: 6,468	Either one makes for a great first Rolex. Go Sub if you want classic, go YM if you want something less common.

2 September 2015, 04:54 AM	#27
Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	If you're really wanting to keep it forever, get what sings to you the most. If you think you may flip it one day, go for the Sub.

2 September 2015, 05:02 AM	#28
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,212	It's funny you mention this because this was my original "this or that" when my parents offered to buy me my first Rolex. I really knew little about the brand at the time. I just knew I loved the look of the original 5 digit Yachtmaster. I went to an AD in Philadelphia where I was living at the time and ended up walking out with a Submariner Date. In the long run, I wish I had picked something a little more unusual as my collection has grown since then. I added a ceramic Submariner a few years back and now my original piece feels redundant in my collection. If I picked up that Yachtmaster I would have a little more variety in my collection. I also regret not considering the GMT Master II at the time and passing up the LV Submariner. As a first Rolex I wanted something classic. Had I known more, I might have chosen something different. My advice to you is this: if you think you are going to move on to other brands, or you think one Rolex is enough for you, get the Submariner Date. If you think you want to build a Rolex collection, go with something different. The Submariner will always be around and there is enough variety in the Submariner/dive collection that your tastes might evolve and you might end up loving the Sea Dweller more or perhaps the two tone Submariner Date. I learned that the simple classic (no date) Submariner was my ideal dive watch. I still love my older Submariner Date but it has definitely taken a back seat in my collection and will never be sold for sentimental reasons. It is in semi-retirement, worn sparingly, and will be passed down to a child someday. This is just my experience. Hope it helps.

2 September 2015, 05:18 AM	#29
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