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JPS · 7 May 2009, 11:25 PM

Hey guys!

Poll for you here

A friend of mine is thinking about a first Rolex and has narrowed it down to the 2 he likes the best.

1) s/s yacht-master Platty

or

2) s/s GMT IIc

I know you guys do your best with your thoughts and feedback so it is much appreciated

bodybump · 7 May 2009, 11:29 PM

ceramic...both are amazing watches but i would go for the ceramic gmt...

Gaijin · 7 May 2009, 11:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bodybump

ceramic...both are amazing watches but i would go for the ceramic gmt...

Agree.

Chris B · 7 May 2009, 11:36 PM

Tough call, what a dilemma

At a push I'd choose the GMT IIc, the 24hr hand, bezel, AR coating & clasp would swing it for me

Lol-x · 7 May 2009, 11:52 PM

Looks like I'm the only one to vote for the YM.

I just like the way it feels on my wrist more than the GMTIIC 'supercase'.

They are both great watches, but the YM just works for me.

Atomant · 7 May 2009, 11:55 PM

S/S GMT IIc hands down.

dardeca · 7 May 2009, 11:56 PM

I maybe in the minority, but I don't like the SS/Plat Yachtmaster...the silver dial blends too much with the rest of the SS/Plat casing and bracelet. In my opinion, you need some different colors to break it up.

SDDS · 7 May 2009, 11:58 PM

i like thw YM but i prefer the GMT 2

net0man · 8 May 2009, 12:10 AM

I like YM but I am a black dial person. If YM comes with a black platinum, I would choose it over GMT.

For now, GMT IIc

rkot07 · 8 May 2009, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lol-x

Looks like I'm the only one to vote for the YM.

I just like the way it feels on my wrist more than the GMTIIC 'supercase'.

They are both great watches, but the YM just works for me.

Not only am I voting for the YM but I bought it too... hmm but then again I got the GMT II but not ceramic

dawgfan#1 · 8 May 2009, 12:22 AM

YM for sure.

RJC · 8 May 2009, 12:26 AM

I'm considering my next buy and, both, the YM and GMT IIc are in the fame.

Must say, I'm swaying towards the YM!!

kcmo · 8 May 2009, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dardeca

I maybe in the minority, but I don't like the SS/Plat Yachtmaster...the silver dial blends too much with the rest of the SS/Plat casing and bracelet. In my opinion, you need some different colors to break it up.

Agree. While I love some of the YMs, the ss/plat is too monotone for my liking so I voted for the GMTIIC!

BMAN8 · 8 May 2009, 12:52 AM

The decision would depend, IMHO, on what other watches are in your friend’s collection. I prefer the YM to the GMT-IIC but if I didn’t have a black dialed watch, I may be tempted by the GMT.

javierleon · 8 May 2009, 01:12 AM

YM all the way

jmagic · 8 May 2009, 01:22 AM

Gmt iic!!!

The GMT Master · 8 May 2009, 02:10 AM

I'm going to vote for the GMT IIc - I think it's by far the best watch that Rolex produce right now - it might not be the technological marvel that the Deep Sea is, but it is wearable, practical, great looking, and sums up everything that is good about Rolex. Don't get me wrong, the Yachtmaster is a great watch in it's own right with a really unique look, but I personally prefer the solidity, weight and practicality of the GMT IIc.

Bebot · 8 May 2009, 02:24 AM

Go for GMT IIc. Unless of course you own a yacht.

JJ Irani · 8 May 2009, 03:59 AM

Both superb looking watches, tough choice!!

The YM for some nice dressy bling, but the GMT-IIC for the latest in technology and practicality that Rolex has to offer!!

Either way.....an outright winner!!

G M · 8 May 2009, 04:00 AM

GMT it....

Starwalker · 8 May 2009, 04:10 AM

GMT all the way!

Colnago · 8 May 2009, 05:00 AM

GMT for sure, love the YM to be honest, but it always seems to look better on someone else (much the same goes for the Bluesy actually...I've tried both on and can't get away with them)....some look right on your own wrist and some don't....sure a lot of you have had similar experiences....both GMT and YM are fantastic pieces without doubt but for me it has to be the GMT

newsboy · 8 May 2009, 06:13 AM

Go for GMT IIc

rayt · 8 May 2009, 09:36 AM

gmt 2 awesome watch

presario · 8 May 2009, 09:47 AM

Another vote for the GMT2C. It's one heck of a watch.

View Poll Results: Which Rolex?
s/s yacht-master platty	30	31.58%
s/s gmt II c	65	68.42%
Voters: 95. You may not vote on this poll

7 May 2009, 11:29 PM	#2
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	ceramic...both are amazing watches but i would go for the ceramic gmt... __________________

7 May 2009, 11:52 PM	#5
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,555	Looks like I'm the only one to vote for the YM. I just like the way it feels on my wrist more than the GMTIIC 'supercase'. They are both great watches, but the YM just works for me. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

7 May 2009, 11:55 PM	#6
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	S/S GMT IIc hands down. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

7 May 2009, 11:58 PM	#8
SDDS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Yazan Location: Canada Posts: 4,782	i like thw YM but i prefer the GMT 2 __________________ Patek Philippe 5167 Patek Philippe 5905P black dial Rolex Deepsea 116660 M series Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 N series Rolex OP 41MM 124300 Green Dial

7 May 2009, 11:25 PM	#1
JPS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jonathan Location: UK Watch: 116500 White&Black Posts: 1,359	S/S Platty YM or S/S GMT IIc Hey guys! Poll for you here A friend of mine is thinking about a first Rolex and has narrowed it down to the 2 he likes the best. 1) s/s yacht-master Platty or 2) s/s GMT IIc I know you guys do your best with your thoughts and feedback so it is much appreciated

7 May 2009, 11:36 PM	#4
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Tough call, what a dilemma At a push I'd choose the GMT IIc, the 24hr hand, bezel, AR coating & clasp would swing it for me

7 May 2009, 11:56 PM	#7
dardeca 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: US Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 2,474	I maybe in the minority, but I don't like the SS/Plat Yachtmaster...the silver dial blends too much with the rest of the SS/Plat casing and bracelet. In my opinion, you need some different colors to break it up.

8 May 2009, 12:10 AM	#9
net0man Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USA Watch: 79190 Posts: 30	I like YM but I am a black dial person. If YM comes with a black platinum, I would choose it over GMT. For now, GMT IIc

8 May 2009, 12:22 AM	#11
dawgfan#1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Wayne Location: GA U.S. Watch: tt gmt c Posts: 113	YM for sure.

8 May 2009, 12:26 AM	#12
RJC "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cheshire, UK Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 1,125	I'm considering my next buy and, both, the YM and GMT IIc are in the fame. Must say, I'm swaying towards the YM!! __________________ Current - DSJC 136660 - Sea-Dweller 126600

8 May 2009, 12:52 AM	#14
BMAN8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: CAN Posts: 629	The decision would depend, IMHO, on what other watches are in your friend’s collection. I prefer the YM to the GMT-IIC but if I didn’t have a black dialed watch, I may be tempted by the GMT.

8 May 2009, 01:12 AM	#15
javierleon "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: spain Posts: 386	YM all the way __________________ My photo blog http://watchphoto.blogspot.com/

8 May 2009, 01:22 AM	#16
jmagic "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Posts: 55	Gmt iic!!!

8 May 2009, 02:10 AM	#17
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	I'm going to vote for the GMT IIc - I think it's by far the best watch that Rolex produce right now - it might not be the technological marvel that the Deep Sea is, but it is wearable, practical, great looking, and sums up everything that is good about Rolex. Don't get me wrong, the Yachtmaster is a great watch in it's own right with a really unique look, but I personally prefer the solidity, weight and practicality of the GMT IIc.

8 May 2009, 02:24 AM	#18
Bebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Emil Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: U macallit Posts: 2,645	Go for GMT IIc. Unless of course you own a yacht.

8 May 2009, 03:59 AM	#19
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Both superb looking watches, tough choice!! The YM for some nice dressy bling, but the GMT-IIC for the latest in technology and practicality that Rolex has to offer!! Either way.....an outright winner!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

8 May 2009, 04:00 AM	#20
G M "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Garrett Location: Irvine, CA Watch: 16610 Posts: 130	GMT it....

8 May 2009, 04:10 AM	#21
Starwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: aroundtheworld Watch: SS Daytona - BLACK Posts: 2,261	GMT all the way! __________________ 116520 Black - 116500 White - 116713LN - 116613LB - Panerai 389 - Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph - Chopard LUC Sport 2000 - Moser Pioneer Centre Seconds

8 May 2009, 05:00 AM	#22
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	GMT for sure, love the YM to be honest, but it always seems to look better on someone else (much the same goes for the Bluesy actually...I've tried both on and can't get away with them)....some look right on your own wrist and some don't....sure a lot of you have had similar experiences....both GMT and YM are fantastic pieces without doubt but for me it has to be the GMT __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

8 May 2009, 06:13 AM	#23
newsboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: UK Watch: SS White Daytona Posts: 1,060	Go for GMT IIc

8 May 2009, 09:36 AM	#24
rayt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Earth Watch: must be rolex Posts: 630	gmt 2 awesome watch

8 May 2009, 09:47 AM	#25
presario "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Andrew Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,428	Another vote for the GMT2C. It's one heck of a watch. __________________

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