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aagahi · 13 May 2016, 11:05 PM

Which watch to get, if money wasn't an option, which one would you get as a lifetime everyday wear watch? The blnr or the yachtmaster 40 RG oysterflex?

Old Expat Beast · 14 May 2016, 12:30 AM

www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=474121

watchwatcher · 14 May 2016, 01:28 AM

When faced with a difficult buying decision between two watches, always pick the more expensive watch. That way if you don't like it, you can flip it for the other one. Which you can't do (well without taking a beating), if you pick the lesser expensive one.

skydriver · 14 May 2016, 04:19 AM

I do like the look of the yacht master but not too keen on the ever rose gold. But if it could be in stainless steel with the rubber strap, then this is the one I would want.

blue lion · 14 May 2016, 05:00 AM

BLNR is easy choice for me. Rubber band and rose don't do it for me.

PrinceT · 14 May 2016, 05:01 AM

Yep not a fan of that ym rose gold... Meh. The platinum and steel ones are nicer! BLNR for me

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thomaspp · 14 May 2016, 05:10 AM

116655 is a great looking watch in my opinion. Vintage vibe and very modern elements is a winner.

Trurolexer · 14 May 2016, 05:13 AM

Blnr

Daytona88 · 14 May 2016, 05:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

When faced with a difficult buying decision between two watches, always pick the more expensive watch. That way if you don't like it, you can flip it for the other one. Which you can't do (well without taking a beating), if you pick the lesser expensive one.

That is sound advice

AK797 · 14 May 2016, 06:39 AM

YM for sure.

Eric Chan · 14 May 2016, 08:21 AM

Assuming cost is out of the equation, I would still choose the BLNR. One of the best all-around Rolex watches currently available.

Still not sure about the Oysterflex bracelet and RG combo.

superdog · 14 May 2016, 08:39 AM

Personally, I flipped the blnr twice. I tried to like it. I really wanted to.

For me, the YM is the best all around watch. I've always had a bias towards rubber tho. I much prefer them to steel, for both looks and comfort. And the design of the oysterflex is so far an unheralded marvel of modern engineering.

LuminousMaximus · 14 May 2016, 08:45 AM

this

GB-man · 14 May 2016, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

When faced with a difficult buying decision between two watches, always pick the more expensive watch. That way if you don't like it, you can flip it for the other one. Which you can't do (well without taking a beating), if you pick the lesser expensive one.

While I like your conclusion

I think op will take a greater beating flipping the YM than the blnr.

benzng · 14 May 2016, 09:18 AM

I passed on a YM but on the list for a BNLR. BNLR for me.

mjrchabot · 14 May 2016, 09:21 AM

YM ... that was one of their most beautiful watches released at Basel that year.
It's stunning and a great all-arounder. Looks awesome worn casually or with a suit ... oh wait, as does every other Rolex! lol

ap1 · 14 May 2016, 09:46 AM

These are two great watches. I'd go for blnr if only, but YM if a small fleet

lig · 14 May 2016, 10:08 AM

BLNR for sure.

If the YM was on bracelet that would be a tough choice.

aagahi · 14 May 2016, 10:16 AM

It's going to be a tough choice, seeing how I actually like black rubber type bracelets on watches, rose gold and the matte black cerachrom bezel I might be leaning towards the yachtmaster but I'm going to try it on tomorrow and we'll see how it fits on my wrist compared to the SS bands. I'll keep y'all posted but keep the input coming!

superdog · 14 May 2016, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aagahi

It's going to be a tough choice, seeing how I actually like black rubber type bracelets on watches, rose gold and the matte black cerachrom bezel I might be leaning towards the yachtmaster but I'm going to try it on tomorrow and we'll see how it fits on my wrist compared to the SS bands. I'll keep y'all posted but keep the input coming!

You listed two watches.

Which did you post a picture of?

aagahi · 14 May 2016, 10:40 AM

The yachtmaster oysterflex Everose

Touring · 14 May 2016, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

When faced with a difficult buying decision between two watches, always pick the more expensive watch. That way if you don't like it, you can flip it for the other one. Which you can't do (well without taking a beating), if you pick the lesser expensive one.

I'd argue the opposite, actually. You'll recoup more of the original purchase price when flipping a steel professional Rolex versus a PM model, and take a bigger "beating" when trying to flip the other way.

Oyster Al · 14 May 2016, 12:05 PM

Blnr

Nighttrain805 · 14 May 2016, 01:11 PM

Get both!!

superstarmar · 14 May 2016, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superdog

Personally, I flipped the blnr twice. I tried to like it. I really wanted to.

For me, the YM is the best all around watch. I've always had a bias towards rubber tho. I much prefer them to steel, for both looks and comfort. And the design of the oysterflex is so far an unheralded marvel of modern engineering.

I don't know about that really ...
BLNR for me ... Beautiful , comfortable, and extremely
versatile compared to the YM in ever rose and on rubber...
Rubber for everyday? Not for me !!! Get what makes your
heart beat and really sings to you ... Best of wishes on your
final choice ...

superstarmar · 14 May 2016, 01:28 PM

BLNR smokes YM RG for everyday daily wear
IMHO!!! Price not being a factor ...

If you really want to spend that kind of money then
Consider the BLRO, SMURF or YG Bluesy!!!
Best wishes !!! These are much nicer daily wearers on that
Level if u ask me !!!

el1125 · 14 May 2016, 02:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

When faced with a difficult buying decision between two watches, always pick the more expensive watch. That way if you don't like it, you can flip it for the other one. Which you can't do (well without taking a beating), if you pick the lesser expensive one.

Great thinking!

Hairdude1 · 14 May 2016, 02:14 PM

Blnr

Ckci · 14 May 2016, 02:28 PM

The 116655 is my favorite YM. You can't go wrong either way.

JSMesser · 14 May 2016, 02:34 PM

Contour all the way... get the yacht master = far more sculpted case fits & suits like a glove!

14 May 2016, 05:10 AM	#7
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	116655 is a great looking watch in my opinion. Vintage vibe and very modern elements is a winner. __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

14 May 2016, 08:21 AM	#11
Eric Chan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eric Chan Location: Vancouver, BC CAN Watch: Day-Date 118238 Posts: 8,798	Assuming cost is out of the equation, I would still choose the BLNR. One of the best all-around Rolex watches currently available. Still not sure about the Oysterflex bracelet and RG combo. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016

14 May 2016, 08:39 AM	#12
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,827	Personally, I flipped the blnr twice. I tried to like it. I really wanted to. For me, the YM is the best all around watch. I've always had a bias towards rubber tho. I much prefer them to steel, for both looks and comfort. And the design of the oysterflex is so far an unheralded marvel of modern engineering. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

14 May 2016, 10:16 AM	#19
aagahi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: texas Posts: 71	Tough choice It's going to be a tough choice, seeing how I actually like black rubber type bracelets on watches, rose gold and the matte black cerachrom bezel I might be leaning towards the yachtmaster but I'm going to try it on tomorrow and we'll see how it fits on my wrist compared to the SS bands. I'll keep y'all posted but keep the input coming!

14 May 2016, 02:14 PM	#28
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Blnr __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

14 May 2016, 12:30 AM	#2
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14 May 2016, 01:28 AM	#3
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,011	When faced with a difficult buying decision between two watches, always pick the more expensive watch. That way if you don't like it, you can flip it for the other one. Which you can't do (well without taking a beating), if you pick the lesser expensive one.

14 May 2016, 04:19 AM	#4
skydriver "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Larry Location: Johns Creek, GA Watch: GMT Pepsi Posts: 251	I do like the look of the yacht master but not too keen on the ever rose gold. But if it could be in stainless steel with the rubber strap, then this is the one I would want.

14 May 2016, 05:00 AM	#5
blue lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Florida State! Watch: It's just a watch. Posts: 1,463	BLNR is easy choice for me. Rubber band and rose don't do it for me.

14 May 2016, 05:01 AM	#6
PrinceT "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: One Degree North Posts: 340	Yep not a fan of that ym rose gold... Meh. The platinum and steel ones are nicer! BLNR for me Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 May 2016, 05:13 AM	#8
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Blnr

14 May 2016, 06:39 AM	#10
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	YM for sure.

14 May 2016, 09:18 AM	#15
benzng "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Benson Location: ASIA Posts: 270	I passed on a YM but on the list for a BNLR. BNLR for me.

14 May 2016, 09:21 AM	#16
mjrchabot "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Toronto, ON Watch: Rolex 116000, BB36 Posts: 147	YM ... that was one of their most beautiful watches released at Basel that year. It's stunning and a great all-arounder. Looks awesome worn casually or with a suit ... oh wait, as does every other Rolex! lol

14 May 2016, 09:46 AM	#17
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,519	These are two great watches. I'd go for blnr if only, but YM if a small fleet

14 May 2016, 10:08 AM	#18
lig "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PacNW Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 2,611	BLNR for sure. If the YM was on bracelet that would be a tough choice.

14 May 2016, 10:40 AM	#21
aagahi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: texas Posts: 71	The yachtmaster oysterflex Everose

14 May 2016, 12:05 PM	#23
Oyster Al "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Al Location: USA Posts: 1,546	Blnr

14 May 2016, 01:11 PM	#24
Nighttrain805 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Jeff Location: Ventura county CA Posts: 104	Get both!!

14 May 2016, 02:28 PM	#29
Ckci "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Russell Location: KC, MO Watch: FedEx 4 next 1 Posts: 2,244	The 116655 is my favorite YM. You can't go wrong either way.

14 May 2016, 02:34 PM	#30
JSMesser "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Jon Location: Scottsdale, AZ Watch: Yacht Master pt&ss Posts: 19	Contour all the way... get the yacht master = far more sculpted case fits & suits like a glove!

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