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woodbine · 29 April 2011, 02:41 AM

Hello All,

I have a chance to buy a 1997 yacht master Rolex, Is there any differences in the watch from a 2011, Is the Bracelet the same ect.. Any advise would be appreciated. What should one pay for such a watch in fine condition?

Thank you!

bondtoys · 29 April 2011, 02:49 AM

which material are we talking?

ArcticMoose · 29 April 2011, 04:00 AM

If it's a Pt/SS there is some good advice in this thread:
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=158561

Rollie2011 · 29 April 2011, 04:09 AM

Man, all these YM threads popping up recently have really got my nose twitching!

I might have to do something about that!! :)

bighaole · 29 April 2011, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Rollie2011

Man, all these YM threads popping up recently have really got my nose twitching!

I might have to do something about that!! :)

Maybe with the economy recovering, more people are getting into yachting.

Rollie2011 · 29 April 2011, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by bighaole

Maybe with the economy recovering, more people are getting into yachting.

I'm liking that!

I wouldn't call my 29 footer a yacht, but i just may have to use that as an excuse for my girlfriend

bighaole · 29 April 2011, 04:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rollie2011

I'm liking that!

I wouldn't call my 29 footer a yacht, but i just may have to use that as an excuse for my girlfriend

Go for it! One day I plan to use snorkeling as an excuse to add a DSSD to my collection.

tkc324 · 29 April 2011, 04:38 AM

All of the YM are about the same... there is a difference in the red lettering, some are darker then others. Not sure when the difference occured. YM is a great watch. You should go for it. I say a fair price range with full box and paper around 5k.

bondtoys · 29 April 2011, 04:55 AM

I don't think, that the SS/Pt model existed in 1997. Am I wrong about this?

jnkay · 29 April 2011, 06:29 AM

Weren't they introduced in 2001?

lortap · 29 April 2011, 06:33 AM

"I wouldn't call my 29 footer a yacht, but i just may have to use that as an excuse for my girlfriend " Will she also let you acquire the other mandatory accessories (at least two hot blondes) you know just for the "yacht"

BH13GMT · 29 April 2011, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by jnkay

Weren't they introduced in 2001?

I was thinking the same

TempoKing · 29 April 2011, 06:38 AM

Yot... (Yacht) MASTER...
sounds rich and famous...

woodbine · 29 April 2011, 07:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bondtoys.de

which material are we talking?

It's the stainless and gold with blue face. This one is also a 35mm watch, I think the new ones are 40mm.

Thanks for your help!

horseco · 29 April 2011, 08:59 AM

no cosmetic changes in the Yachtmaster line up for the last 12 years...

Alcan · 29 April 2011, 09:56 PM

The introduction of the Yacht-Master ref.16628 was in 1992, full 18kt gold with white dial and Rolex caliber 3135 movement. In 1994, Rolex introduced smaller editions, ref. 68628 @ 35mm and ref. 69628 @ 29mm. Also in gold, and available with white and blue dial. The smaller Yacht-Master watches have Rolex caliber 2135.

Rolex introduced the steel/platinum Yacht-Master series during Basel in 1999. The 40mm version was reference 16622, followed by the intermediate (ref. 168622 @ 35mm) and lady’s (ref. 169622 @ 29mm) versions.

watchf · 29 April 2011, 11:38 PM

My V serial 40mm ss/plat still have the stamped sheet metal clasp so I don't think you have to worry too much about difference.

ArcticMoose · 30 April 2011, 05:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by horseco

no cosmetic changes in the Yachtmaster line up for the last 12 years...

No major changes, but plenty smaller ones, such as a switch from glossy red paint to matte, thinner fonts, removal of the gray shadow, less sparkly dial and addition of the engraved rehaut.

(213)GMT · 30 April 2011, 05:29 AM

Never been a big fan of the YM. Some mixed reviews in this thread

http://rolexforums.com/showthread.ph...ighlight=clown

ArcticMoose · 30 April 2011, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by (213)GMT

Never been a big fan of the YM. Some mixed reviews in this thread

http://rolexforums.com/showthread.ph...ighlight=clown

Uh, pretty significant difference between the YM and YMII.

The YM is more of a "Sub II". :-)

Chipmunk · 30 April 2011, 05:33 AM

Go for it.

watchf · 30 April 2011, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArcticMoose

Uh, pretty significant difference between the YM and YMII.

The YM is more of a "Sub II". :-)

I feel thirsty for an ice cold soda everytime I see that pic. Gorgeous shot

woodbine · 30 April 2011, 02:56 PM

well i pulled the trigger, bought a GMT Master black dial SS, and my wife a Date just blue dial SS. Got them both for the price of a yacht master TT blue dial. Made a great Deal, Brand New and before any price changes.

Thanks for all your help.

Rolex Watches are addicting....

glimmer · 30 April 2011, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by woodbine

well i pulled the trigger, bought a GMT Master black dial SS, and my wife a Date just blue dial SS. Got them both for the price of a yacht master TT blue dial. Made a great Deal, Brand New and before any price changes.

Thanks for all your help.

Rolex Watches are addicting....

Congratulations! Post some pics when you can...

dddrees · 30 April 2011, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by woodbine

well i pulled the trigger, bought a GMT Master black dial SS, and my wife a Date just blue dial SS. Got them both for the price of a yacht master TT blue dial. Made a great Deal, Brand New and before any price changes.

Thanks for all your help.

Rolex Watches are addicting....

Nice, decided to get you and your wife a watch.

Congrats.

Post some PICs when you get a chance.

travisb · 30 April 2011, 08:25 PM

Nice that you both get new watches..
Pics when you can

woodbine · 30 April 2011, 10:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

Nice, decided to get you and your wife a watch.

Congrats.

Post some PICs when you get a chance.

30th Wedding anniversary! I will post pic's asap.

Thanks!

MortgageGuy · 1 May 2011, 12:59 PM

Not sure about the price but I can tell you that your going to love it

It goes with EVERYTHING

woodbine · 1 May 2011, 11:51 PM

Here are the his and her's

29 April 2011, 02:41 AM	#1
woodbine "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: illinois Posts: 29	Advise - yacht master Hello All, I have a chance to buy a 1997 yacht master Rolex, Is there any differences in the watch from a 2011, Is the Bracelet the same ect.. Any advise would be appreciated. What should one pay for such a watch in fine condition? Thank you!

29 April 2011, 09:56 PM	#16
Alcan "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	The introduction of the Yacht-Master ref.16628 was in 1992, full 18kt gold with white dial and Rolex caliber 3135 movement. In 1994, Rolex introduced smaller editions, ref. 68628 @ 35mm and ref. 69628 @ 29mm. Also in gold, and available with white and blue dial. The smaller Yacht-Master watches have Rolex caliber 2135. Rolex introduced the steel/platinum Yacht-Master series during Basel in 1999. The 40mm version was reference 16622, followed by the intermediate (ref. 168622 @ 35mm) and lady’s (ref. 169622 @ 29mm) versions. __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

30 April 2011, 05:33 AM	#21
Chipmunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Alvin Location: So Cal Watch: ROLEXES Posts: 5,390	Go for it. __________________ "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"............John Keats

30 April 2011, 08:25 PM	#26
travisb "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,884	Congrats on the purchase!! Nice that you both get new watches.. Pics when you can

1 May 2011, 12:59 PM	#28
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Not sure about the price but I can tell you that your going to love it It goes with EVERYTHING __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

29 April 2011, 02:49 AM	#2
bondtoys "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: World Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,736	which material are we talking?

29 April 2011, 04:00 AM	#3
ArcticMoose "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The Sea Posts: 1,894	If it's a Pt/SS there is some good advice in this thread: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=158561

29 April 2011, 04:09 AM	#4
Rollie2011 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: John Location: Palm Beach, FL Watch: Sub-C + Exp 42 Posts: 1,654	Man, all these YM threads popping up recently have really got my nose twitching! I might have to do something about that!! :)

29 April 2011, 04:38 AM	#8
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,718	All of the YM are about the same... there is a difference in the red lettering, some are darker then others. Not sure when the difference occured. YM is a great watch. You should go for it. I say a fair price range with full box and paper around 5k.

29 April 2011, 04:55 AM	#9
bondtoys "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: World Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,736	I don't think, that the SS/Pt model existed in 1997. Am I wrong about this?

29 April 2011, 06:29 AM	#10
jnkay "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: South Florida, US Watch: du jour Posts: 1,821	Weren't they introduced in 2001?

29 April 2011, 06:33 AM	#11
lortap "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Oregon Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 147	"I wouldn't call my 29 footer a yacht, but i just may have to use that as an excuse for my girlfriend " Will she also let you acquire the other mandatory accessories (at least two hot blondes) you know just for the "yacht"

29 April 2011, 06:38 AM	#13
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,496	Yot... (Yacht) MASTER... sounds rich and famous...

29 April 2011, 08:59 AM	#15
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,433	no cosmetic changes in the Yachtmaster line up for the last 12 years...

29 April 2011, 11:38 PM	#17
watchf "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 2,458	My V serial 40mm ss/plat still have the stamped sheet metal clasp so I don't think you have to worry too much about difference.

30 April 2011, 05:29 AM	#19
(213)GMT Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Vince Location: Los Angeles Watch: GMT 116710 Posts: 215	Never been a big fan of the YM. Some mixed reviews in this thread http://rolexforums.com/showthread.ph...ighlight=clown

30 April 2011, 02:56 PM	#23
woodbine "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: illinois Posts: 29	well i pulled the trigger, bought a GMT Master black dial SS, and my wife a Date just blue dial SS. Got them both for the price of a yacht master TT blue dial. Made a great Deal, Brand New and before any price changes. Thanks for all your help. Rolex Watches are addicting....

1 May 2011, 11:51 PM	#29
woodbine "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: illinois Posts: 29	Pic's Here are the his and her's Attached Images

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