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1 August 2024, 02:33 PM | #1 |
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I got the call from my AD and.........
I have been on the cue for quite a while for the new Yachtmaster 42mm Titanium model, with a second choice of a Deepsea with the Cameron blue fade to black dial. I got an email that they had a Cameron Deepsea for me if I wanted it, so after getting over my initial disappointment that it wasn't the YM42Ti, I decided that it was worth checking out. I had owned the original model of the Deepsea back in about 2010, but I did not like how narrow the bracelet was on such a large watch and the ring lock thing, so after a short ownership I sold it and did not look back. I did like some of the features of the watch like the larger crown, the domed Sapphire, the Ti caseback and the glide-lock buckle, but it was uncomfortable to wear. Fast forward to today and the latest Deepsea model; it still has all the things I liked before. But as far as those that I did not like well they are better; the bracelet is corrected - wider and comfortable to wear and I am fairly sure that the Ring lock ring itself is smaller. At any rate it certainly seems like it is not as noticeable as it used to be. The ringlock ring is pretty hard to read unless you look at it at an angle, so it is not as much in your face as before. And then there's the dial, wow this is pretty good for a Rolex diving watch, I like it a lot.
While I was waiting for the Deepsea to come out I noticed that thay had a Yachtmaster 42mm Titanium in one of the display cases, so they got that out for me to look at and I found it a bit underwhelming. The Ti case is cool and I like the black ceramic raised numeral bezel insert, but it has no presence, it's kind of bland looking, but still cool in a low key way. To make a long story short the Deep sea came home with me and the YM42mmTi is still on cue, and I am not disappointed in the least. |
1 August 2024, 02:57 PM | #2 |
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Congrats on your JC!! Such a great watch enjoy it to the fullest!
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1 August 2024, 03:00 PM | #3 |
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Great result congratulations to you
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1 August 2024, 04:38 PM | #4 |
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Congrats. Very nice! It looks great on you, too. Love the dial on the JC.
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1 August 2024, 05:01 PM | #5 |
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Very nice Congrats!
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1 August 2024, 05:06 PM | #6 |
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The deep sea is awesome. One of my favorite Rolex dials. I wish i had a big enough wrist to pull it off.
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1 August 2024, 05:06 PM | #7 |
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Congrats!!
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1 August 2024, 05:47 PM | #8 |
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Great dial on the watch, enjoy ..
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1 August 2024, 05:50 PM | #9 |
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Congrats. The JC is much nicer
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1 August 2024, 06:26 PM | #10 |
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Beauty, congratulations
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1 August 2024, 06:33 PM | #11 |
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Congrats, it suits your wrist! Love the dial…
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1 August 2024, 08:08 PM | #12 |
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Congrats! That’s a great watch!
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1 August 2024, 08:20 PM | #13 |
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Huge congrats!! Mine is a forever keeper (until it goes to my son one day).
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1 August 2024, 08:55 PM | #14 |
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Love that one! Congratulations!
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1 August 2024, 09:33 PM | #15 |
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Congratulations. It's a beast but it looks like you have a wrist that can take it.
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1 August 2024, 09:35 PM | #16 |
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Love the dial. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
1 August 2024, 09:38 PM | #17 |
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Congratulations.
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1 August 2024, 09:42 PM | #18 |
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Big congrats!
if I may ask, what was your impression about the Ti Yatch Master? My AD told me he has seen one and when they took it in hand the impression was a bit weird, particularly because the super light weight, making it to feel it was not a Rolex. |
2 August 2024, 02:25 AM | #19 | |
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As far as weight goes due to the Titanium material of the case and bracelet, it is a different experience compared to a steel watch, but to me that is not a problem. I have owned many Titanium watches and I still do. The YM42Ti is not a really large watch so it does not feel that different to me, but it definitely has a lighter feel and I think that is an advantage in wearing comfort. Some people have a misguided opinion that more weight equal more strength or toughness. This is not the case so it does not matter to me. I own several large Titanium watches and I am glad they are Ti because of the weight savings and I have no doubt as to their toughness, even if they are light in weight. Titanium alloys have the highest strength to weight ratio of any metals. Here are some of the Titanium watches that I own and enjoy wearing because they are light. |
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2 August 2024, 06:04 AM | #20 |
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We have similar taste in watches!
I am a previous owner of Deep Sea. Moved to a Red SD 43 and got the cyclops removed. I also own a steel Ploprof and an Emperor Tuna. You have great taste
What strap to you have on your Tuna? I have been looking for an alternative to the OEM. Thanks! |
2 August 2024, 06:12 AM | #21 |
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Congrats! Looks great.
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2 August 2024, 06:31 AM | #22 |
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Congrats! I would get both given the chance :)
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2 August 2024, 08:29 AM | #23 |
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Great choice……looks excellent on your wrist.
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2 August 2024, 10:31 AM | #24 |
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I’m looking forward to trying on the TiYM. Enjoy the DS!
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2 August 2024, 12:04 PM | #25 |
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After you get used to the weight of the DS, and when you get the call for the YM, the weight difference between the two will be startling to say the least. Come back to the forums to convey that experience when it happens!
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2 August 2024, 01:24 PM | #26 |
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Congratulations
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2 August 2024, 01:25 PM | #27 |
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Congrats
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And congrats on the new D-Blue, what a remarkably capable and stunning piece. |
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2 August 2024, 01:39 PM | #29 |
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Huge congrats on JC big beautiful fit s you great, love that TI too.
I tried one on recently and it felt different, very light on the wrist. But I like that black mono look. Cheers, |
3 August 2024, 01:31 AM | #30 |
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Congrats
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